Renault MEGANE 2001 Owner Manual

RENAULT recommends

For all petrol engines, LPG and multi-valve only.

ENGINE

ELITE PREMIER PLUS 5W30

Fuel economy and protecting the environment.

Other types of lubricant approved by RENAULT may be used in petrol or diesel engines:

ACEA : A1/B1 (Performance

A3/B3/B4)

		ULTIMATE 5W40	Universal use	ACEA : A3/B3/B4
			(recommended for 1.9 dCi)
	ELITE PREMIER PLUS 10W40		Standard use	ACEA : A3/B3
				ACEA : B3/B4
ELITE PRESTIGE 10W40			Flexible driving	ACEA : A2/B2
				ACEA : B2

MANUAL GEARBOX	TRANSELF TRJ 75W80	All types	API : GL5
AUTOMATIC GEARBOX	RENAULTMATIC D3 SYN	All types	DEXRON III
POWER STEERING	RENAULTMATIC D2	All types	DEXRON II
BRAKE FLUID	FRELUB 650	All types	DOT 4

ELF recommends its lubricants as approved by RENAULT. For more information, go to www.elf-lub.com

Brief overview

• Tyre pressures ........................................................................................................		0.04
• Adjusting the seats and the driving position .......................................	1.11 ¬ 1.18
• Child restraints .........................................................................................	1.29	¬ 1.35
• Instrument panel lights ...........................................................................	1.40	¬ 1.52
• De-icing/demisting ...................................................................................	1.57	¬ 1.60
• Horn and lights .....................................................................................................		1.61
• Running in, driving .................................................................................	2.02	¬ 2.26
• Heating/air conditioning .........................................................................	3.02 ¬ 3.10
• Opening the bonnet ...................................................................................	4.02 - 4.03
• Levels (engine oil, windscreen washer, etc.) ........................................	4.04 ¬ 4.11
• Emergency spare wheel ...........................................................................	5.02 ¬ 5.07
• Practical advice (changing bulbs, fuses, repairs,
operating incidents) ...................................................................................	5.02 ¬ 5.45

0.02

C	O	N	T	E	N	T	S
							Sections
Getting to know your car .....................................................................							1
Driving	...............................................................................................................						2
Your comfort .................................................................................................							3
Maintenance ..................................................................................................							4
Practical advice		...........................................................................................					5
Technical specifications			........................................................................				6
Alphabetical index ....................................................................................							7

0.03

TYRE INFLATION PRESSURES WHEN COLD (in bar or kg/cm² when cold)

	Versions	1.4 l 16V	1.6 l 16V	1.8 l 16V	1.9 l dTi	2.0 l 16V
					1.9 l dCi
	Types	B/L/KAOD	B/L/KAOB	B/L/KA1R	B/L/K/SAO5	LA1L
	(see vehicle identification plate)	B/L/KA1H	B/L/KA1J	B/L/KA1A	B/L/KSON
		B/L/KAOW	B/L/KAO4	B/L/KA12	B/L/KSA1U
		B/L/KA10	B/L/KA11
	Normal use
	• Front	2.1 (1)	2.2	2.2	2.2	2.2
	• Rear	2.0	2.0	2.0	2.0	2.0
	Full load (2)
	• Front	2.3 (1)	2.4	2.4	2.4	2.4
	• Rear	2.2	2.2	2.2	2.2	2.2
	Spare wheel	2.3	2.4	2.4	2.4	2.4
	Wheel sizes		6 J 15 - 5.5 J 14 - 6.5 J 16
	Tyre sizes	175/65 R 14 T - 175/70 R 14 T - 185/55 R 15 H - 185/60 R 15 H - 195/50 R16 V

Tyre safety and use of chains

Refer to the information on tyres in section 5 for advice on tyre maintenance and, depending on the version, the use of chains.

(1)Add 0.1 bar for estate model vehicles.

(2)Special note concerning vehicles used at full load (maximum permissible all-up weight) and towing a trailer:

The maximum speed must be limited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar. Refer to the information on weights in section 6 for more details.

0.04

Section 1: Getting to know your car

Keys - Remote control .........................................................................................................................	1.02 ¬ 1.04
Doors .....................................................................................................................................................	1.05 ¬ 1.08
Engine immobiliser system ...................................................................................................................	1.09 - 1.10
Head restraints - Seats .........................................................................................................................	1.11	¬ 1.15
Steering wheel ..................................................................................................................................................		1.16
Seat belts - Methods of restraint in addition to the side seat belts ................................................	1.17 ¬ 1.28
Child safety ...........................................................................................................................................	1.29	¬ 1.35
Driver’s position ...................................................................................................................................	1.36	¬ 1.39
Instruments ...........................................................................................................................................	1.40 ¬ 1.52
Driving module (on-board computer) ...........................................................................................	1.50 ¬ 1.52
Clock and external temperature ...........................................................................................................	1.53 - 1.54
Rear-view mirrors ..................................................................................................................................	1.55 - 1.56
Warning lights and horn ..................................................................................................................................		1.57
Lighting and external signals ................................................................................................................	1.58 - 1.59
Headlight beam adjustment .............................................................................................................................		1.60
De-icing - Demisting .........................................................................................................................................		1.61
Windscreen wipers - Windscreen washer ...........................................................................................	1.62 - 1.63
Fuel tank (filling with fuel) ................................................................................................................	1.64	¬ 1.66

1.01

KEYS / REMOTE CONTROL

1

2

1 Radio frequency remote control locking unit, ignition key, key for doors, luggage compartment and fuel filler flap.

2 Ignition key, key for doors, luggage compartment and fuel filler cap.

If there is a child (or

animal) in the car, never

leave it unattended with

the key in the ignition.

With the key in the ignition it

would be possible to operate the

rear electric window and there is a

risk that the child may be seriously

injured (by trapping his or her

neck, arm, hand, etc.).

1.02

RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL DOOR LOCKING

12

The plip remote control 1 locks and unlocks the doors.

It is supplied with power by a battery which must be replaced when the battery indicator light 2 no longer illuminates. (Refer to the information on the plip remote control batteries in section 5).

Locking/unlocking the doors

Press the remote control for approximately one second to lock or unlock the doors. (Light 2 will light up.)

-The side repeaters and hazard warning lights flash twice to indicate that the doors have been locked.

Note: If either a door or a luggage compartment lid is open or not properly closed, the hazard warning lights will not flash.

-The hazard lights and side repeaters flash once to indicate unlocking.

The range within which the remote control will operate

This varies according to the environment: therefore take care when handling the remote control that you do not inadvertently lock or unlock the doors.

Note: On certain vehicles, if a door is not opened within approximately 30 seconds of unlocking the door using the remote control, the doors will lock again automatically.

1.03

RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL (continued)

Interference

Interference may be caused to the operation of the remote control by factors in the immediate vicinity (external installations or the use of equipment operating on the same frequency as the remote control).

If you lose your keys or need another set of keys (or a remote control), contact your Renault Dealer.

•It will be necessary to take the vehicle to your Renault Dealer if you need to replace a key because both the vehicle and all the keys are needed to initialise the system.

•No more than four keys (including the remote controls) can be used on one vehicle.

If the plip remote control will not operate:

•Make sure that the batteries are always in good condition - they last for approximately two years.

•Check that the remote control is correctly synchronised.

In both cases refer to the information on the remote control batteries in section 5.

1.04

OPENING THE DOORS

1

2

Opening the doors from the outside

Front: Use the key to unlock one of the front door locks 2. (Make sure that the key is inserted as far as it will go into the lock.) Place your hand behind handle 1 and pull it towards you.

Rear: Place your hand behind handle 1 and pull it towards you.

3

Opening the doors manually from inside the car

Move handle 3.

“Lights on” warning buzzer

A warning buzzer will sound when a front door is opened if you have left the lights switched on after switching off the ignition (to prevent discharge of the battery).

Childproof locks

These make it impossible for the rear doors to be opened from the inside. Move lever 4 on each door and check from the inside that both doors are securely locked.

1.05

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS

1

Manual locking

If outside, use the key.

Electric central locking

This enables all four doors, the luggage compartment and fuel flap to be locked or unlocked simultaneously.

Press the red spot on switch 1 to lock the doors.

The front door mechanism cannot be locked if the front door is open.

2

Operating incident

In the event of an electrical failure, the doors can be locked manually.

Front: Using the key.

Rear: With the door open, turn the screw 2 (using a tool such as a flat screwdriver) and close the door again. The door will then be locked from the outside.

It will only be possible to open the door from the inside.

1.06

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)

3

Door status indicator light 3

The switch indicator light 3 shows the closure status of the doors:

-when the doors are locked, indicator light 3 is on;

-when a door is opened (or not properly closed), indicator light 3 is off.

When you lock the doors by remote control, indicator light 3 stays on for approximately one minute before switching off.

A

If one of the four doors is open, indicator light 5 switches on and the four doors in picture 4 are open on display A.

A
	16823
km/h
4	5
If you decide to keep the
doors locked when you are
driving, remember	that it
may be more difficult for
those assisting you to gain access to
your vehicle in the event of an
emergency.
	1.07

AUTOMATIC LOCKING OF DOORS, ETC. WHEN DRIVING

You can decide if you wish to activate the function.

To activate it

With the ignition on, press the locking side (red dot) of the door central locking button 1 for approximately 5 seconds until you hear a beep.

To deactivate it			1
With the	ignition on, press	the		2
unlocking	side (opposite the	red

dot) of the door central locking button 1 for approximately 5 seconds until you hear a beep.

If you decide to keep the

doors locked when you

are driving, remember

that it may be more

difficult for those assisting you

to gain access to your vehicle in

the event of an emergency.

Operating principle

When the vehicle moves off, the system automatically locks the doors, etc. as soon as a speed of 4 mph (6 km/h) is attained.

Unlocking occurs automatically:

-if a front door is opened.

Note: If a rear door is opened, this will be locked again automatically when the vehicle attains a speed of approximately 4 mph (6 km/h).

-by pressing the door unlocking button 1.

Operating incident

If you note that the system is not operating correctly (automatic locking does not take place, the indicator light 2 does not illuminate when the doors, etc. are locked), first of all check that all the doors, etc. are properly closed. However, if they are closed correctly, consult your Renault Dealer.

1.08

ENGINE IMMOBILISER

This prevents the vehicle being driven by anyone not in possession of the vehicle’s coded ignition key.

Any work or modification

to the engine immobiliser

(computer, wiring, etc.)

may be dangerous. It must

be carried out by trained Renault

network personnel.

1

Operating principle

The vehicle is automatically protected a few seconds after taking the key out of the ignition.

When the ignition is switched on, indicator light 1 illuminates steadily for a few seconds and then extinguishes.

The vehicle has recognised the code and the engine can be started.

If the vehicle does not recognise the code of the ignition key, indicator light 1 flashes continuously and the engine cannot be started.

indicator light relating to the engine immobiliser

•Vehicle protection indicator light

A few seconds after the ignition has been switched off, indicator light 1 will flash continuously.

The vehicle will not be protected until the key has been taken out of the ignition.

•Indicator light to indicate the engine immobiliser is operating

When the ignition has been switched on, indicator light 1 illuminates steadily for a few seconds and then extinguishes. You can then start the engine.

1.09

ENGINE IMMOBILISER (continued)

1

2

•Warning light to indicate that the system is not operating correctly

After the ignition has been switched on, if indicator light 1 continues to flash or remains illuminated steadily, this indicates that the system is not operating correctly.

If indicator light 2 flashes during a journey when the vehicle is slowing down or at idling speed, it indicates that the system is not operating correctly.

In all cases, it is essential to consult a Renault Dealer as only he is qualified to repair the engine immobiliser.

If your coded ignition key is faulty, use the second key (given to you when the vehicle is delivered). If you do not have access to this, it is essential to call a Renault Dealer because it is only dealers in the Renault network who are qualified to repair the engine immobiliser.

1.10

HEAD RESTRAINTS

To refit the head restraint

Insert the rods into the sleeves with the notches facing the front.

			Lower the head restraint until it
A	1	A	locks in position.

B

1

To adjust the height

Pull the head restraint forwards A and slide it up or down at the same time B.

To remove the head restraint

Raise the head restraint until it is at the highest possible setting. Lift up tab 1 and then pull the head restraint upwards until it is released.

To adjust the angle of the head restraint

On certain vehicles the angle of the head restraint can be adjusted. To do this, move the front section A of the head restraint forwards or backwards until it feels comfortable.

The head restraint is

important for safety:

ensure that it is

positioned correctly.

The distance between your head

and the head restraint should be

as small as possible, and the top

of the head restraint should be as

close as possible to the top of

your head.

1.11

REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS

	1
C
A	D
B	2
	1

Side C and centre D head restraints

To adjust the height:

Simply slide it up.

To remove it:

Press tab 1 on head restraint guides.

To refit the head restraint:

Insert the rods into the sleeves, with the notches facing the front, and lower the head restraint to the desired height.

Stowing position of centre head restraint

Press the tabs 2 on the head restraint guides and lower the head restraint completely.

When the head restraint has been lowered as far as it can go, it is called the stowing position: the head restraint must not be in this position if the seat is occupied by a passenger.

The	head		restraint	is
important for safety. Ensure
that it is in place and in the
correct		position.		The
distance between your head and
the head restraint should be as
small as possible. The top of your
head should be in line with the top
of the head restraint.

1.12

FRONT SEATS

2

1

To move forwards or backwards:

Lift lever 1 to unlock the seat. Release the lever in the required position and ensure that the seat is locked in place.

To raise or lower the seat

Move lever 2.

A

4

3

To incline the seatback:

Turn tumblewheel 4 and tilt the seatback to the desired position.

3

To adjust the lumbar support of the driver’s seat

Turn tumblewheel 3.

1.13

FRONT SEATS

A

4

Central armrest

You can set the height to one of three different positions by raising it slightly:

Raised position A

Used to access the adjustment stalk 4.

The raised position A is

used to attach the seat

belt (access to the

casing 5).

We would advise you not to

recline the seatbacks

excessively to ensure that

the effectiveness of the seat

belts is not reduced.

Make sure the seatback is locked in place correctly.

Nothing should be placed on the

floor (area in front of driver) as

such objects may slide under the

pedal during braking manoeuvres,

thus obstructing its use.

For safety reasons, only

adjust the seats when the

vehicle is stationary.

1.14

HEATED SEATS

1

With the ignition on, press switch 1. A indicator light will illuminate on the instrument panel.

If the indicator light is illuminated, the system is not necessarily activated. The system has a thermostat and only operates when the passenger compartment temperature is less than 12°C (with a tolerance of plus or minus 4°C).

1.15

STEERING WHEEL

1

On certain vehicles, the position of the steering wheel is adjustable.

Adjustment

Lift lever 1 and put the steering wheel in the required position; lower the lever to lock the steering wheel in place.

For safety reasons, only

adjust the steering wheel

when the vehicle is

stationary.

When power assisted steering is fitted, never leave the steering wheel on full lock when the vehicle is parked as this may damage the pump.

Never switch off the ignition when travelling downhill, and avoid doing so when driving in general (power steering and brake servo will not function).

1.16

SEAT BELTS

Always wear your seat belt when travelling in your car. You must also comply with the local legislation in the particular country you are in.

Before driving off:

- First ensure that your driving position is correct.

- Then adjust your seat belt to provide maximum protection.

Incorrectly adjusted seat

belts may cause injuries

in the event of an

accident.

Even pregnant women should

wear a seat belt. In this case,

ensure that the pressure of the

lap belt on the abdomen is not

excessive.

Adjusting your driving position

•Sit with your back firmly against the seatback. This is essential to ensure that your lumbar vertebrae are in the correct position.

•Adjust the distance between the seat and the pedals. Your seat should be as far back as possible for you to be able to press in the clutch pedal fully. The seatback should be adjusted so that your arms are slightly bent when you hold the steering wheel.

•Adjust the position of your head restraint. For maximum safety your head should be as near as possible to the head restraint.

•Adjust the height of the seat. This adjustment allows you to select the seat position which offers you the best possible vision.

•Adjust the position of the steering wheel.

1

2

Adjusting the seat belts

Sit with your back firmly against the seatback.

The shoulder strap 1 should be as close to the base of the neck as possible but not on it.

The lap strap 2 should be held firmly over the thighs and against the pelvis.

The belt should be worn so that it is as close to the body as possible, i.e. avoid wearing heavy clothing or having bulky objects under the belts.

1.17

SEAT BELTS (continued)

3

Adjusting the front seat belt shoulder strap height

Press button 3 to select the position you require so that the shoulder strap 1 is worn as described above.

When the belt has been adjusted, make sure it is locked in position correctly.

1

4

6

6

To fasten

Unwind the belt slowly and smoothly and ensure the buckle 4 locks into the catch 6 (check it is locked by pulling on the buckle 4). If the belt jams, allow it to return slightly before attempting to unwind it again.

To fasten (continued)

If your belt becomes completely jammed:

-Pull the belt slowly but firmly so that just over an inch (3 cm) unwinds.

-Then allow the belt to rewind automatically.

-Unwind it again.

-If the problem persists, consult your Renault Dealer.

To release

Press button 5 on the catch 6 and the seat belt will be returned by the inertia reel.

Hold the buckle to help the operation.

1.18

REAR SEAT BELTS EXCEPT FOR ESTATE VERSIONS

Rear side seat belts

The belts are fastened, released and adjusted in the same way as the front belts.

	A	3
		4
1		2

Rear centre belt

Depending on version, release buckle 1 from its housing A.

Unwind belt 3 slowly until the black buckle 2 locks into the black catch 5.

For hatchback versions: it is essential to route the belt in the guide 4 as shown in the photos above.

3

1

6

5

Insert the last sliding buckle 1 into catch 6.

To fold back the rear seatback, release the black buckle 2 by unlocking the red catch 6.

For hatchback versions: Release the belt from guide 4. Replace buckle 1 at position A.

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REAR SEAT BELTS EXCEPT FOR ESTATE VERSIONS (continued)

6 7

Special note for vehicles with split folding rear bench seats

If you have to fold down the section behind the front left-hand seat:

•Remove the head restraint.

•Lift the seat cushion against the front left-hand seat.

• Release catch 6 from its housing 7.

6

8

•Lower seatback 8 while holding catch 6 so that it remains visible when the seatback is folded down (as shown above).

Note: The label will remind you of these instructions.

The belt is then fastened as described on the previous page.

1.20

REAR CENTRE BELTS ON ESTATE VERSIONS

1

2

3 4

5

Unwind the belt slowly from its housing 1.

Insert black buckle 2 until it locks into black catch 3.

Insert the last sliding buckle 4 until it locks into red catch 5.

1.21

SEAT BELTS

The following information applies to both the vehicle’s front and rear seat belts:

• No modifications may be made to the component parts of the restraint system (belts and seats and their mountings) fitted originally.

For special applications (e.g. fitting child seats) consult your Renault Dealer.

•Do not use any devices which give any play in the belts (clothes pegs, clips, for example). A seat belt that is worn too loosely may cause injuries in the event of an accident.

•Never wear the shoulder strap under your arm or behind your back.

•Do not use the same belt for more than one person and never hold a baby or child on your knees with your seat belt around them.

•The belt should never be twisted.

•Following a serious accident the seat belts in use at the time must be replaced. Likewise, have your seat belts replaced as soon as they show any signs of wear.

•When refitting the rear bench seat, take care that the seat belts are correctly positioned so that they can be used properly.

•If necessary, re-adjust the position and tension of the belt.

1.22

METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT AND REAR SIDE SEAT BELTS

These are:

OSeat belt pretensioners.

OForce limiter.

OAir bags for driver and front passenger.

These systems are provided to act independently or together when the vehicle is subjected to a frontal impact.

There are three possibilities, depending on the force of the impact:

-Protection is provided by the belt only;

-The pretensioner is triggered to rectify belt position and take up play in the belt;

-Always wear your seat belt when travelling in your car.

OSide air bags

Provided to operate in the event of a violent side impact.

1

Seat belt pretensioners

This system is only operational when the ignition is switched on.

If the vehicle is subject to a severe frontal impact, piston 1 immediately retracts the seat belt buckle pulling the seat belt tight against the body and thereby improving its efficiency.

• Following an accident, have all the restraint

systems checked.

•No operations whatsoever are permitted on any part of the pretensioner system (computer, wiring).

•To avoid accidental triggering of the system which may cause damage, only qualified personnel of the Renault Network may work on the pretensioner system.

•Electrical testing of the trigger system may only be carried out by a specially trained technician using special equipment.

•When the vehicle is scrapped, contact your Renault Dealer for disposal of the gas generator.

1.23

METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT AND REAR SIDE SEAT BELTS (continued)

Force limiter

Above a certain severity of impact, this mechanism is used to limit the force of the belt against the body so that it is at an acceptable level.

Warning relating to the service life of air bags

and pretensioners

The pyrotechnic systems in air

bags and pretensioners have a limited service life. These

systems must be replaced each

time they are activated but at the latest after they have been in

service for ten years.The work

must be undertaken by a Renault

Dealer.

The seat belt pretensioners and

the air bag operate together. If one of the systems has passed the

date when it is due for renewal, it

will alter the overall safety protection provided.

Airbags for driver and front passenger

An air bag may be provided for both the driver and the front passenger.

"Air bag" inscriptions on the steering wheel and dashboard together with a label on the sun visor on the passenger side indicate that the vehicle is equipped with air bags.

1.24

METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT AND REAR SIDE SEAT BELTS (continued)

1

Airbags for driver and front passenger (continued)

Each air bag system consists of:

-An air bag and gas generator fitted on the steering wheel for the driver and in the dashboard for the front passenger.

-A computer for both systems, which includes the impact detector and a monitor controlling the electrical trigger system for the gas generator.

-One single indicator light on the instrument panel 1.

Operation

The system is only operational after the ignition has been turned on (ignition key in position M “ignition on”).

If a severe frontal impact occurs, the air bag(s) inflate(s) in approximately 30 millisecond(s), cushioning the impact of the driver’s head against the steering wheel and the front passenger’s head against the dashboard. The air bag then deflates immediately so that the passengers are not impeded in any way when they get out of the vehicle.

The air bag system uses the principles of pyrotechnics. This explains why, when the air bag inflates, it will generate heat, produce smoke (this does not mean that a fire is about to start) and make a noise upon detonation. In a situation where an air bag is required, it must inflate immediately and this may cause some minor, superficial grazing to the skin.

Operating incidents

Tell-tale light 1 illuminates on the instrument panel when the ignition is turned on and then extinguishes after a few seconds.

If it does not illuminate when the ignition is turned on or if it flashes, there is a fault in the system.

Consult your Renault Dealer as soon as possible. Your protection will be reduced until this problem is rectified.

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