Renault MEGANE 2005 Owner Manual

has chosen ELF

For all engines

ELF EXCELLIUM LDX 5W-40 ACEA A3 / B3 / B4

Optimum performance and maximum protection in the most severe conditions

All types of driving

ELF EVOLUTION SXR 5W-40 ACEA A3 / B3 / B4

Optimum performance

All types of driving

For all petrol engines

For all engines

5 or 6 speed manual

ELF EVOLUTION SXR 5W-30 ACEA A5 / B5

Fuel economy, engine protection and respect for the environment.

All types of driving

ELF COMPETITION ST 10W-40 ELF TURBO DIESEL 10W-40

Other RENAULT approved lubricants for normal use.

TRANSELF TRJ 75W-80 API GL5

gearbox Automatic gearbox

RENAULT recommends approved ELF lubricants. When topping up or changing the oil, we recommend you use the original oils. Consult your RENAULT Dealer or visit the site www.lubricants.elf.com

RENAULTMATIC D3 Syn DEXRON III

ACEA A3 / B3 / B4

ACEA B3 / B4

Brief overview

• Tyre pressures .............................................................................................. 0.04 - 0.05

0.02

• RENAULT Card: use ................................................................................. 1.02

• Child restraints .......................................................................................... 1.31

• Warning lights (instrument panel) .......................................................... 1.46

• Starting/stopping the engine ...................................................................... 2.03 - 2.04

• Driving ........................................................................................................ 2.02

Tyre Pressure Monitor .......................................................................... 2.14

Electronic Stability Program: ESP .................................................................... 2.18

Traction control: A.S.R. .......................................................................... 2.19 - 2.20

Emergency brake assist ..................................................................................... 2.23

Cruise control/speed limiter ................................................................ 2.24

• Retractable glass hardtop roof .................................................................. 3.02

• Heating/air conditioning ........................................................................... 3.08

• Bonnet/maintenance .................................................................................. 4.02

• Practical advice (replacing bulbs, fuses, breakdown, faults) ............... 5.02

➟ 1.07 ➟ 1.41 ➟ 1.57

➟ 2.33 ➟ 2.17

➟ 2.29 ➟ 3.07 ➟ 3.22 ➟ 4.14 ➟ 5.41

CONTENTS

Sections

Getting to know your vehicle ............................................................

Driving ...............................................................................................................

Your comfort .................................................................................................

Maintenance ..................................................................................................

Practical advice ...........................................................................................

Technical specifications ........................................................................

Alphabetical index ....................................................................................

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

Versions 1.6 16V 2.0 16V - 2.0 T 1.9 dCi

Tyre sizes

Wheel sizes 6.5 J 15

Non-motorway use

• Front 2.2 2.2 2.2 2.3 2.2 2.4

• Rear 2.02.02.02.02.02.0

Motorway use (1)

• Front 2.3 2.4 2.4 2.5 2.4 2.6

• Rear 2.02.02.02.02.02.0

Emergency spare wheel 2.32.42.42.52.42.6

Tyre safety and use of snow chains

Refer to “Ty re s” in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on the version, the conditions under which snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.

195/65 R15 H 205/55 R16 V

6.5 J 16

205/50 R17 V 195/65 R15 H

205/55 R16 V

6.5 J 17 6.5 J 15

6.5 J 16

205/50 R17 V 195/65 R15 H

205/55 R16 V

6.5 J 17 6.5 j 15

6.5 J 16

205/50 R17 V

6.5 J 17

(1) Special note concerning vehicles used under 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 “We ights” in Section 6 for more details.

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TYRE PRESSURES (in psi)

Versions 1.6 16V 2.0 16V - 2.0 T 1.9 dCi

Tyre sizes

Wheel sizes 6.5 J 15

Non-motorway use

• Front 323232333235

• Rear 29 29 29 29 29 29

Motorway use (1)

• Front 333535363538

• Rear 29 29 29 29 29 29

Emergency spare wheel 33 35 35 36 35 38

Tyre safety and use of snow chains

Refer to “Ty re s” in Section 5 for information on maintenance and, depending on the version, the conditions under which snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.

195/65 R15 H 205/55 R16 V

6.5 J 16

205/50 R17 V 195/65 R15 H

205/55 R16 V

6.5 J 17 6.5 J 15

6.5 J 16

205/50 R17 V 195/65 R15 H

205/55 R16 V

6.5 J 17 6.5 j 15

6.5 J 16

205/50 R17 V

6.5 J 17

(1) Special note concerning vehicles used under 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 3psi. Refer to “We ights” in Section 6 for more details.

0.05

0.06

Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle

RENAULT Card: general information, use, deadlocking .................................................................. 1.02 ➟ 1.08

Doors ..................................................................................................................................................... 1.09

RAID (RENAULT Anti-Intruder Device) ......................................................................................................... 1.14

Engine immobiliser system ................................................................................................................... 1.15 - 1.16

Headrests / Seats .................................................................................................................................. 1.17

Steering wheel ...................................................................................................................................... 1.20

Additional methods of restraint ......................................................................................................... 1.23

the front seat belts ............................................................................................ 1.23

the rear seat belts .......................................................................................................... 1.27

side restraints ................................................................................................................. 1.28

in the event of overturning ........................................................................................... 1.30

Child safety ........................................................................................................................................... 1.31

Driving position ................................................................................................................................... 1.42

Control instruments ............................................................................................................................. 1.46

Trip computer and warning system ............................................................................................... 1.58

Clock and external temperature ...................................................................................................................... 1.70

Seat belts ........................................................................................................................................................... 1.71

Rear-view mirrors ............................................................................................................................................. 1.72

Audible and visible signals ............................................................................................................................. 1.73

Exterior lighting and signals ............................................................................................................... 1.74

Headlight beam adjustment ............................................................................................................................. 1.77

Washers / wipers ................................................................................................................................... 1.78 - 1.79

Fuel tank (filling with fuel) .................................................................................................................. 1.80 - 1.81

➟ 1.13

➟ 1.19 ➟ 1.22 ➟ 1.30 ➟ 1.26

➟ 1.41 ➟ 1.45 ➟ 1.69 ➟ 1.69

➟ 1.77

1.01

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RENAULT CARD: general information

The RENAULT Card is used for:

RENAULT Card

1 - Unlocking all doors and the

luggage compartment.

2 - Locking all doors and luggage

compartment.

3 - Locking/Unlocking the luggage

compartment.

4 - Integrated security key.

- locking/unlocking the doors and luggage compartment (doors, luggage compartment) and thefuel filler flap (refer to the following pages);

- starting the engine, see “Starting the engine” in Section 2.

Battery life

It is powered by a battery which must be replaced when the message “Replace card battery” appears on the instrument panel (refer to “RENAULT Card: batteries” in Section 5).

Range of the RENAULT Card

This varies according to the environment. It is therefore important to take care when handling the RENAULT Card that you do not lock or unlock the doors by inadvertently pressing the buttons.

Advice

Do not keep your RENAULT Card in a place where it could be bent or damaged accidentally, such as in a back pocket where you might sit on it.

Driver's responsibility

Never leave your vehicle with the RENAULT Card

inside and never leave a child (or a pet) unsupervised. They might start the engine or operate electrical equipment such as the electric windows andthere is a risk that they may trap part of their body(neck,arms,hands,etc.).Risk of serious injury.

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RENAULT CARD: general information (continued)

Integrated security key 4 or separate security key 5

(depending on vehicle) It is only used in exceptional

circumstances, it locks or unlocks the front left-hand door and the luggage compartment lid if the RENAULT Card does not work:

- vehicle located in a high electromagnetic radiation zone;

- use of devices using the same frequency as the card;

- wear on the RENAULT Card battery, flat battery, etc.

For instructions on how to use the emergency key, see locking/ unlocking the doors.

Once you have unlocked the vehicle with the emergency key, insert the RENAULT card into the card reader in order to start the vehicle.

Replacement, need for an additional RENAULT Card

A new RENAULT Card may be obtained from your Dealer in the event of loss.

If a RENAULT Card is replaced, it willbenecessarytotakethe vehicle and all its RENAULT Cards to your RENAULT Dealer to initialise the system.

You can use up to four RENAULT Cards per vehicle.

Faulty RENAULT Card.

Make sure the battery is always in good condition; it has a service life of approximately two years.

See “RENAULT Card: batteries” in Section 5.

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REMOTE CONTROL RENAULT CARD: use

Locking the doors

Press the locking button 2. The side repeaters and hazard

warning lights flash twice to indicate that the doors have been locked:

- if a door or the luggage compartment is open or not properly shut, or if a RENAULT Card is stillin the reader, the doors and luggage compartment quickly lock then unlock and the hazard warning lights and side repeaters do not flash.

Unlocking the doors

Press the unlocking button 1. Unlocking is indicated by one flash

of the hazard warning lights and the side repeaters.

Special notes (for some countries):

- only the driver's door is opened by

pressing button 1 once,

- the other doors can be opened by

pressing button 1 twice.

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Unlocking/locking the luggage compartment only

Press the button 3 to unlock or lock the luggage compartment.

The hazard warning lights and side repeaters flash once to indicate unlocking if the vehicle doors are locked.

The hazard warning lights and side repeaters flash twiceto indicate that the luggage compartment lid is locked if the vehicle doors are locked.

RENAULT CARD IN HANDS-FREE MODE: use

Hands-Free RENAULT Card

In addition to the RENAULT Card remote control functions, certain models are equipped with a Hands-Free RENAULT Card. This allows:

- the doors and luggage compartment and the fuel filler flap to be unlocked/locked if the card is within access range 1;

- the engine to be started when the card is in the passenger compartment (refer to “Starting the engine” in Section 2).

Unlocking the doors and luggage compartment

Walk up to your vehicle carrying your RENAULT Card.

As soon as you place your hand behind door handle 2 or you press the luggage compartment button 3, the vehicle unlocks (if the vehicle has not been unlocked for at least three days it will be necessary to pull on the door handle twice).

Unlocking is indicated by one flash of the hazard warning lights and the side repeaters.

Never leave your vehicle with the RENAULT Card inside.

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RENAULT CARD IN HANDS-FREE MODE: use (continued)

Locking the doors and luggage compartment

Holding the RENAULT Card and with the doors and luggage compartment closed, press button 4 located on one of the handles 2 or button 5 on the luggage compartment.

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

Note: the RENAULT Card must be within the range of the vehicle for lockingtobepossibleusingthe buttons.

If a door or the luggage compartment lid is open or not properly shut, or if a RENAULT Card is present in the reader, the doors and luggage compartment lid quickly lock then unlock and the hazard warning lights and side repeaters do not flash.

If you wish to confirm locking after using the RENAULT Card or the buttons on the handles, you have approximately three seconds to try the door handles without them unlocking.

ThentheHands-Freemodeisactive again, and any movement of the handle will unlock the doors.

Driver's responsibility

Never leave your vehicle with the RENAULT Card

inside and never leave a child (or a pet) unsupervised. They might start the engine or operate electrical equipment (electric windows) and there is a risk that they may trap part of their body (neck, arms, hands, etc.). Risk of serious injury.

1.06

DEADLOCKING

Deadlocking the doors and luggage compartment (for some countries)

This allows you to lock the doors and luggage compartment and to prevent the doors from being opened with the interior handles (by breaking the window and then trying to open the doors from the inside).

To activate deadlocking:

- either press button 1 twice in

24088

quick succession

-orpresstheexteriordoorhandle buttons or the luggage compartment logo twice in quick succession.

The hazard warning lights flash five times to indicate locking.

Never use deadlocking if someone is still inside the vehicle.

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RENAULT CARD USED IN RESTRICTED MODE

RENAULT card in restricted

(depending on vehicle)

use

In certain situations (vehicle in the care of a third party: parking valet, mechanic, etc.) you may wish to restrict the operation of the RENAULT Card.

Have both cards at hand. Insert a card in the reader 3 then press buttons 1 and 2 on the second card simultaneously. The vehicle is locked then the driver's door is unlocked.

When the RENAULT card is inserted in the reader, restricted use mode becomes operational.

1.08

When the RENAULT card is in restricted use mode, the only actions permitted are unlocking the driver's door and starting the vehicle (the passenger side glove compartment and boot lid remain locked).

To cancel restricted mode, start the vehicleusingtheRENAULTcardin non-restricted mode.

Interior locking / unlocking control 4 is deactivated while the vehicle is used with the RENAULT card in restricted mode.

Only one RENAULT card may restricted at any one time.

While one RENAULT card is being used in restricted mode,the second card remains fully operational.

OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS

Opening the doors from the outside

Once the doors have been unlocked or with the Hands-Free RENAULT Card on your person, pull the handle 1 towards you to open the door.

Opening the doors from the inside

Pull handle 2.

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OPENING AND CLOSING THE DOORS (continued)

Card reminder buzzer

A beep will let you know if you have leftthe card in thereader when you open the driver's door, and the message “Remove card” will appear on the instrument panel.

Special note

The lights andaccessories operating when the engine is switched off (radio, air conditioning, etc.) will continue to function.

They will stop when the driver's door is opened.

Lights on warning buzzer

A warning buzzer will sound when a door is opened if you have left the lights switched on after switching off the ignition.

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Door/luggage compartment open reminder

If a door or the luggage compartment lid is open or not properly closed, the message “door open” or “luggage compartment open” (depending on which is open) will appear on the instrument panel as soon as the vehicle reaches a speed of about 6 mph (10 km/h).

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS

Locking/unlocking the doors from outside

This is done using the RENAULT Card; see “RENAULT Cards” in Section 1.

In some instances, the RENAULT Card may not work:

- vehicle located in a high electromagnetic radiation zone;

- use of equipment operating on the same frequency as the card (car phone, etc.);

- wear on the RENAULT Card battery, discharged battery, etc.

It is possible:

- to use the security key (integrated into the card or separate, depending on the vehicle) for the driver's door;

- tomanuallylockeachofthedoors;

- to use the interior locking/ unlocking door control refer to “Interior locking/ unlocking door control” in Section 1.

Use of the integral emergency key 2

Remove the cover A on the left-hand door (using the end of the emergency key) at the notch 1.

Insert the key 2 into the lock and lock or unlock the door.

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LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)

Using the separate security key 3

Insert key 3 into the lock of the left-hand door and lock or unlock the door.

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(depending on vehicle)

Manual door locking

Turn the screw 4 with the door open (using a tool such as a flat-head screwdriver) and close the door.

This is then locked from the outside.

The front left door can only be opened from the outside using the emergency key.

LOCKING/UNLOCKING THE DOORS (continued)

Locking the doors and luggage compartment without the RENAULT Card

With the enginestopped and a front door open, press switch 5 for more

than five seconds. On closing the door all the doors

and luggage compartment will be locked.

Interior locking/unlocking switch

The switch 5 controls the doors, the luggage compartment and the fuel filler flap simultaneously.

If a door or the luggage compartment lid is open or not properly closed, the doors and luggage compartment lock/unlock quickly.

If transporting an object with a door/luggage compartment open: with the engine stopped,pressthe switch 5 for more than five seconds to lock the other doors and luggage compartment.

It will only be possibleto unlock the vehicle from outside using the RENAULT Card.

Never leave your vehicle with the RENAULT Card inside.

Door and tailgate status indicator light

When the ignition is switched on,

the integrated indicator light tells you whether or not the doors and luggage compartment lidare locked:

- indicator light on, the doors and luggage compartment are locked;

- indicator light off, the doors and luggage compartment are unlocked;

When you lock the doors, the indicator light remains lit for approximately one minute then goes out.

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.

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RAID FUNCTION (RENAULT Anti-Intruder Device)

You can decide to activate this function if you wish.

To activate

With the ignition on, press central door locking button 1 for about five seconds, until you hear two beeps.

To deactivate

With the ignition on, press central door locking button 1 for about five seconds, until you hear a beep.

Operating principle

When the vehicle moves off, the system locks the doors automatically as soon as you reach a speedof6mph(10km/h).

The door is unlocked:

- by pressing door unlocking

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.

button 1.

- by opening a door when stationary.

Note: If a door is opened, it will automatically be locked again when the vehicle reaches a speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

Faults

If you note a fault (no automatic locking, indicator light incorporated into button 1 does not light up when the doors are locked, etc.), first check that that all the doors and the boot are properlyclosed. If theyare closed correctly, contact your RENAULT Dealer.

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ENGINE IMMOBILISER

This prevents the vehicle being driven by anyone not in possession of the vehicle's RENAULT Card.

The vehicle is automatically protected a few seconds after the engine is switched off.

Any unauthorised work carried out on the engine immobiliser (computers,

wiring, etc.) could be dangerous. It must be carried out by trained RENAULT network personnel.

Operating principle

Whentheengineisstarted,the indicator light 1 comes on for a few seconds and then goes out (refer to “Starting the engine” in Section 2).

If the code is not recognised, the card reader flashes quickly and the vehicle cannot be started.

Indicator lights

Vehicle protection indicator light

After the ignition has been switched off, the indicator light 1 will flash and the vehicle is protected.

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ENGINE IMMOBILISER (continued)

Operating fault indicator light

If the warning light continues to flash or stays on permanently following an attempt to start the engine, this indicates an operating fault in the system.

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If the RENAULT Card is faulty (card reader flashes rapidly), use the second RENAULT Card (supplied with the vehicle) if possible.

In which case, it is essential to contact a RENAULT Dealer who alone is qualified to repair the engine immobiliser system.

If the Hands-Free RENAULT Card is affected by interference or not recognised, insert it into the card reader 2.

FRONT HEADREST

To fit the headrest

Slide it upwards to the required height.

To lower the headrest

Press on tab 1 and lower the headrest to the required height.

To adjust the angle of the headrest

Depending on the vehicle, move section A of the headrest forwards or backwards until it feels comfortable.

To remove the headrest

Press button 2 and lift the headrest to release it.

To refit the headrest

Insert the headrest rods into the sleeves, with the notches facing forwards.

Move tab 1 forwards and lower the headrest down to the required height.

The headrest is important for safety. Ensure that it is in place and in the correct

position. The distance between your head and the headrest should be as small as possible. The top of your head should be in line with the top of the headrest.

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FRONT SEATS

To move forwards or backwards

Lift the handle 3 onthedoorsideto unlock. Release the handle at the desired position and make sure that it is locked.

To tilt the seatback

Lift the lever on the centre console side 1 and tilt the seatback to the desired angle.

To adjust the height of the seating position:

Move the lever 2 as many times as necessary:

- upwards to raise the seat;

- downwards to lower the seat.

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To adjust the lumbar support of the driver’sseat

Adjust the wheel 4.

For safety reasons, only adjust the seats when the vehicle is stationary.

To maintain the

effectiveness of the seat

belts, we advise you to

flatten the seat belt on your shoulder.

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.

FRONT SEAT (continued)

Access to the rear seats

Lift the door handle 5 and slide the seat forward.

To return the seat to its original (memorised) position on the driver's side, slide the seat backwards until it locks.

Heated seats

With the ignition on, press switch 6 for the required seat. A message appears on the instrument panel or a warning light integrated in the switch comes on.

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SEAT BELTS

Always wear your seat belt when travelling in your vehicle. You must also comply with the local legislation of 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 lap belt is not exerting too much pressure on the abdomen but do not allow any slack.

Adjusting your driving position

• Sitwellbackinyourseat(having

removed your coat or jacket). This is essential to ensure your back is positioned correctly.

• Adjust the distance between the seat and the pedals. Your s ea t

should be as far back as possible for you to be able to depress the clutch pedal fully. The seatback should be adjusted so that your arms are slightly bent when you hold the steering wheel.

• Adjusting the position of your headrest. For safety reasons, the

top of theheadrest should be level with your head.

• Adjusting the height of the seat.

This adjustment allows you to select the seat position which offers you the best possible vision for driving.

• Adjusting the position of the steering wheel.

Adjusting the seat belts

Sit with your back firmly againstthe 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 worn flat over the thighs and against the pelvis.

Thebeltshouldbewornsothatitis as closeto your body aspossible, i.e. avoid wearing heavy clothing or keeping bulky objects under the belts.

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SEAT BELTS (continued)

Fastening

Unwind the belt slowly and smoothly and ensure the buckle 3

locks into the catch 5.(Checkthatit is locked by pulling on the buckle 3). If the belt jams before it is latched, allow it to return before attempting to unwind it again.

Fastening (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, contact

your RENAULT Dealer.

4 5

Unfastening

Press button 4 of catch 5.Thebelt will rewind itself.

Guide the buckle to help the operation.

Rear seat belts

The belts are locked and unlocked in the same way as the front seat belts.

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SEAT BELTS

The following information applies to both the vehicle's front and rear seat belts.

• No modification may be made to the original restraint system components (belts and seats and their mountings).

For special applications (e.g. fitting child seats) contact your RENAULT Dealer.

• Do notuse devices which give anyslack in the belts(e.g. clothes pegs, clips, etc.): a seat belt which is worntoo loosely risks causing injury in the event of an accident.

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

• Never use the same belt for more than one person and never hold a baby or child on your lap with your seat belt

around them.

• The belt should never be twisted.

• Seat belts should be replaced after a serious accident. Likewise, replace your seat belts as soon as they show any signs

of wear.

• If necessary, readjust the position and tightness of the belt.

• Make sure that the tongue is inserted into the appropriate buckle.

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METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO THE FRONT SEAT BELT

These are:

■ buckle pretensioners,

■ chest load limiters,

■ front passenger and driver's

airbags,

■ anti-submarining airbags.

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

Depending on the force of the impact the system may activate:

- seat belt locking;

- the buckle pretensioner (which is triggered to take up the seat belt play);

- the anti-submarining airbag to keep theoccupant in their seat,the front low volume airbag and the load limiters;

- the large volume front airbag.

Pretensioners

With the ignition switched on, if there is a severe frontal impact and depending on the severity of the impact, the system may activate:

-the piston 1 which immediately

retracts the seat belt;

- the anti-submarining airbag. The pretensioners hold the seat belt

against the body, holding the occupant more securely against the seat, thus increasing the seat belt's efficiency.

• No operation whatsoever is

• To avoid premature triggering of

• Testing of the electric trigger

• When the vehicle is scrapped,

• Have the entire restraint

system checked after an accident.

permitted on any part of the system (pretensioners, airbags, computers, wiring) and the system components must not be reused on any other vehicle, even if identical.

the system which may cause injury, only qualified RENAULT Networkpersonnelmayworkon the pretensioner and airbag system.

system may only be carried out by a specially trained technician using special equipment.

contact your RENAULT Dealer fordisposalofthepretensioner and airbag gas generators.

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