Renault TRAFIC 1995 Owner Manual

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Brief overview

• Tyre pressures ......................................................................................................... 0.04

0.02

• Adjusting the seats and the driver's position ........................................ 1.18

• Child restraints .......................................................................................... 1.32

• Warning lights ............................................................................................ 1.48

• Audible and visual signals ....................................................................... 1.62

• Running in, driving ................................................................................... 2.02

• Heating / air conditioning ........................................................................ 3.02

• Opening the bonnet ............................................................................................... 4.02

• Levels (engine oil, screen washer, etc.) .................................................. 4.03

• Emergency spare wheel ............................................................................ 5.02

• Practical advice (changing bulbs, fuses, repairs,

operating faults) ......................................................................................... 5.02

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➟ 1.43

➟ 1.58

➟ 1.65

➟ 2.21

➟ 3.12

➟ 4.11

➟ 5.05

➟ 5.36

CONTENTS

Sections

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

0.03

Tyre pressures (in hectopascals or bar, when cold)

Ty re s i z es (original fittings)

Wheel sizes 6 J 16

Front 3.4 3.8 3.1 3.8 Rear 3.7 4.2 3.4 4.2 Spare wheel 3.7 4.2 3.4 4.2

Tyre safety and use of snow chains

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

195/65R 16 C 205/65 R 16 C 215/65 R 16C 195/75 R 16C

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Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle

Keys - Remote control - Deadlocking ................................................................................................ 1.02 ➟ 1.05

Doors ..................................................................................................................................................... 1.06

Anti-intrusion alarm .............................................................................................................................. 1.14 - 1.15

Engine immobiliser ........................................................................................................................................... 1.16

Front seats ......................................................................................................................................................... 1.17

Headrests ........................................................................................................................................................... 1.18

Rear-view mirrors ............................................................................................................................................. 1.19

Seat belts ................................................................................................................ 1.20 - 1.21 - 1.28 - 1.29 - 1.31

Restraint systems in addition to front seat belts .............................................................................. 1.22

Front seat belt pretensioners ................................................................................................................ 1.22 - 1.23

Airbag .................................................................................................................................................... 1.22

Methods of restraint in addition to the rear seat belt ...................................................................................1.30

Child safety ........................................................................................................................................... 1.32

Driver’s position ................................................................................................................................... 1.44

Instrument panel .................................................................................................................................. 1.48

Trip computer and warning system ................................................................................................... 1.56

Clock .................................................................................................................................................................. 1.59

Washers / Wipers .............................................................................................................................................. 1.60

Lighting and external signals ................................................................................................................ 1.61 - 1.62

Electric headlight beam adjustment ................................................................................................................ 1.63

Audible and visual signals .............................................................................................................................. 1.64

Fuel tank ................................................................................................................................................. 1.65 - 1.66

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➟ 1.27

➟ 1.43 ➟ 1.47 ➟ 1.55 ➟ 1.58

1.01

KEYS

1 Radio frequency remote controls,

ignition key, key for doors and fuel filler cap.

1.02

2 Ignition key, key for doors and

fuel filler cap.

Driver's responsibility

If there is a child (or a pet) in the vehicle, never leave

it unattended with the key in the ignition. With the key in the ignition the child could start the engine or operate electrical equipment such as the electric windowsandthereisariskthathe or she may be injured (by trapping his or her neck, arm, hand, etc.). Risk of serious injury.

RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL

Locking/unlocking the doors

Press the remote control unit for approximately one second (indicator light 2 lights up) to lock

The remote control 1 locks and unlocks the doors.

It is supplied with power by a battery which must be replaced when battery warning light 2 no longer lights up (refer to the section entitled “Batteries for the remote control unit”).

(side B) or to unlock (side A). The side indicators and hazard

warning lights flash twice to indicate that the doors have been

locked. Note: depending on the vehicle, if

either a door or the boot lid is open or not properly closed, the hazard warning lights will not flash.

The hazard warning lights and side indicators flash once to indicate

unlocking.

1.03

RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL UNIT (continued)

Remote control unit operating range

This varies according to the surroundings: therefore when handling the remote control, be careful 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 the door being unlocked by remote control, the doors will lock again automatically.

Interference

Operation of the remote controlmay be disrupted by equipment being used close to the vehicle (e.g. external equipment or the use of devices which operate 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.

• If a remote control is replaced, it

will be necessary to take the vehicle and all sets of keys to your RENAULT Dealer to initialise the system.

• It is not possible to usemore than

four remote control units for one vehicle.

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

Refer to the section entitled “Batteries for the remote control unit” in Section 5 for information on how to change the batteries.

1.04

DEADLOCKING

Deadlocking the doors and tailgate

(for some countries) This allows you to lock the doors

and tailgate and to prevent the doors from being unlocked with the interior handles (for example, by breaking the window and then trying to open the door from the inside).

To activate deadlocking, press twice on locking side A of the remote control.

The hazard warning lights flash five times to indicate locking.

Special note: deadlocking is not possible if the hazard warning lights or the side lights are lit.

Never use deadlocking if

someone is still inside the

vehicle.

1.05

INTERIOR ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKING CONTROL

Fromtheinsidewithelectric central locking 1

This enables all the doors to be locked simultaneously.

To lock, press the switch on the opposite side to that in the diagram.

1.06

If you decide to keep the doors locked when you are driving, remember that it

may be more difficult for those assisting youto gain access to your vehicle in the event of an emergency.

Note: the front doors cannot be locked if a door is open.

FRONT DOORS

Warning buzzer

An audible warning will sound when a front door is opened and the lights are still switched on after the ignition has been turned off (to prevent discharge of the battery).

Opening the doors from the outside

Unlock driver's door 2 using the key or, for vehicles fitted with the remote control unit, use the remote control. Pull lever 1 towards you and open the door.

Closing from the outside

Push the door until it catches automatically. Lock it with key 2 or use the remote control.

Opening the doors from the inside

Use lever 4.

Closing from the inside

Pull the door until it catches automatically.

Manual locking

With the door closed, lock the door by pressing button 3.

Note: the front doors cannot be locked if a door is open.

As a safety precaution, the doors should only be opened or closed when the vehicle is stationary.

1.07

SLIDING SIDE OPENING DOORS

Opening the doors from the outside

Unlock the front door using the key, or, for vehicles fitted with the system, use the remote control unit. Pull handle 1 towards you and slide the door towards the rear.

Closing from the outside

Slide the door towards the front of the vehicle while holding handle 1 until it is completely closed.

Lock with the key or using the remote control.

Opening the doors from the inside

Pull handle 3 towards the rear of the vehicle and open the sliding door until it locks into position.

Closing from the inside

Pull handle 2 towards the front of the vehicle.

Manual locking

Use button 4.

1.08

SLIDING SIDE DOORS (continued)

opening or closing the sliding door, as is the case for any of the opening elements on the vehicle:

- check that the door will not come

- use only the handles on the

Childproof locks

To prevent the sliding side door from being opened from the inside, turn bolt 5 clockwise through 90° (usingatoolsuchasaflat screwdriver) and check from the inside that the door is properly locked.

- take care when opening and

- take particular care when the

- before moving off, always ensure

Recommendations

concerning the sliding side

door

Care must be taken when

into contact with any person, part of the body, animal or object;

inside and outside of the door to operate it.

closing the door;

vehicle is parked on a slope: open the door with care until it is fully open and latches into its locking position;

that the door is properly closed.

1.09

REAR SWING DOORS

Opening the doors from the outside

Unlock using the door key, or, for vehicles fitted with the system, use the remote control unit. Pull lever 1 towards you and open the door.

Press handle 2 andopenthesecond door.

If the vehicle is parked on the hard shoulder with the tailgate open,the rear lights

may be obscured. You should make other road users aware of the presence of your vehicle by using a warning triangle or otherequipment specified bythe road traffic regulations of the country concerned.

1.10

REAR SWING DOORS (continued)

Opening the doors to the maximum position

For eachdoor, pull catch 1 to release door handle 2. Open the door as far as possible.

There is no device to restrain the doors in the wind.

Closing from the outside

Return the doors to an almost-closed position and slam them shut.

For your safety, check that all your vehicle's doors are properly closed before starting the engine.

1.11

REAR SWING DOORS (continued)

Opening the doors from the inside

Pull handle 3 andopenthedoor. Turn handle 4 and open the second

door.

For your safety, check that all your vehicle's doors are properly closed before starting the engine.

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Closing from the inside

Close the door using handle 4,then the second door.

TAILGATE

The tailgate locks andunlocks at the same time as the doors.

To open

Press button 1 and lift the tailgate.

To close

Lower the tailgate, initially using handle 2 to assist you.

When the tailgate has been lowered to shoulder height, release handle 2 and finish closing the tailgate by pressing down on the tailgate from the outside.

1.13

ANTI-INTRUSION ALARM

It protects thevehicle by performing the following functions:

- volumetric protection of the front passenger compartment using an

ultrasound field;

- protection of the passenger compartment perimeter;

- protection of the rear load area and bonnet;

- surveillance in the event of an attempt tostart the engine with an incorrect ignition key;

- surveillance in the event of horn power supply cut-off.

Before activating the alarm function

Check that:

- the windows and doors are properly closed;

- there are no passengers, animals or objectsinside the vehicle which could move and set off the alarm. Otherwise it will be necessary to disable the passenger compartment protection promptly, refer to the section on disabling the spatial protection.

Passenger compartment protection is disabled (in the event, for

example, of there being a moving object or animal in the vehicle).

Press the locking side 1 of the remote control locking unit, the horn will bleep to confirm disablement.

It remains disabled even if you press the locking side 1 of the remote control locking unit several times.

Disablement is cancelled each time the doors are unlocked.

1.14

ANTI-INTRUSION ALARM (continued)

Activating the alarm function

The alarm is set when the doors are locked with the remote control unit.

This is signalled by the hazard warning lights flashing twice

When the alarm function is activated, any detection leads to the alarm being triggered and the hazard warning lights flashing for around 25 seconds.

After approximately 5 seconds, if the detection persists, the system will start once more for approximately 25 seconds and then again for approximately 13 minutes.

Beyond that, there is no more surveillance until the doors are next unlocked/locked.

Deactivating the alarm function

The alarm, even when triggered, stops:

- when the doors are unlocked with the remote control unit;

- when the vehicle ignition is switched on.

Deactivation is indicated by the hazard warning lights flashing once.

If the hazard warning lights do not flash when the alarm is set this

indicates that a door or the bonnet is open or not properly closed: check. If this is not the case, contact your RENAULT Dealer.

If the hazard warning lights do not flash when the alarm is deactivated

this indicates that the alarm was triggered during your absence.

Opening the doors with the key doesnot stop the alarm; it must be stopped using

the remote control unit or by switching the ignition on using the vehicle key.

1.15

ENGINE IMMOBILISER

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

Any work on or modification to the engine immobiliser

system (computers, wiring, etc.) may be dangerous. Work m us t be carr ied ou t by qualified RENAULT personnel.

Operating principle

The vehicle is automatically protected a few seconds after the key is removed from the ignition.

If the vehicle does not recognise the ignition key code, warning light 1 will flash continuously and the engine cannot be started.

• Engine immobiliser operating indicator light

When the ignition is switched on, warning light 1 comes on for approximately three seconds and then goes out. The vehicle has recognised the code. You can then start the engine.

• 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.

• Operating fault warning light

If warning light 1 continues to flash or stays on continuously when the ignition has been switched on, this indicates that the system is not operating correctly.

In all cases,itisessential to contact a RENAULT Dealer. Only RENAULT Dealers are qualified to repair the engine immobiliser.

If the coded ignition key is faulty, use the second key (supplied with the vehicle). If you do not have access to this, it is essential to contact a RENAULT Dealer because they alone are authorised to repair the engine immobiliser.

1.16

FRONT SEATS

To move a seat forwards or backwards

Lift bar 2. Adjust the seat and release it. Make sure the seat is correctly locked in position.

To adjust the height of the seat

Lift handle 1. Release it at the required position.

Note: lift yourself out of the seat while you are raising the seat height.

To tilt the seatback

Use lever 6.

Heated seats

Press switch 5. An indicator light lights up on the

switch.

Front armrests 4

To adjust the lumbar support on the driver’sseat

Turn tumblewheel 3

We would advise you not to recline the seatbacks too far to ensure that the effectiveness of the seat

beltsisnotreduced. Make sure the seatback is locked in

place correctly. Nothing should be placed on the

floor (area in front of driver) as objects could slide under the pedal during sudden braking manoeuvres and obstruct its use.

1.17

FRONT HEADRESTS

To raise or lower the headrest

While sitting in the seat, pull the headrest towards you andslide it up or down at the same time.

To remove the headrest

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

To refit the headrest

Insert the rods into the sleeves. Lower the headrest until it locks in

position.

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

andinthecorrect 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.

1.18

REAR-VIEW MIRRORS

Interior rear-view mirror

This is adjustable. When driving at night, tilt the small lever 1 to avoid being dazzled by the headlights of the vehicle behind.

Door mirrors

Push mirror 2 to position it. Mirror 3 is fixed.

Mirror 2 or 4 provides

the same visibility as a

conventional rear-view

mirror. Mirror 3 can be used, for your safety, to increase rear side visibility: objects

appear much further away than they really are.

Electrically-adjustable door mirrors

With the ignition on, turn knob 5to:

- position A to adjust the left-hand

door mirror;

- position C to adjust the right-hand

door mirror;

B is the central neutral position. Mirror 3 is fixed.

Heated door mirrors

Mirrors 4 are de-iced at the same time as the rear screen.

1.19

SEAT BELTS

Always wear your seat belt when travelling in your vehicle. You must also comply with the 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.

Adjusting your driving position

• Sitwellbackinyourseat(having

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

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

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

Incorrectly adjusted seat belts may cause injuries in the event of an accident.

Even pregnant women should wear a seat belt. In this eventuality, ensure that the lap belt is not exerting too much pressure on the abdomen but do not allow any slack.

1.20

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

topofyourheadshouldbeinline with the top of the headrest.

• Adjusting the height of the seat.

This adjustment allows you to select the seat position which offers you the best possible view.

• Adjust the positionof the steering wheel.

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 worn flat over your thighs and against your pelvis.

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

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FRONT SEAT BELTS

Adjusting the height of the seat belt

Press button 3 to select the seat belt adjustment height so that shoulder strap 1 is worn as above:

- to lower the seat belt, press

button 3 and lower the seat belt simultaneously,

- to raise the seat belt, push the

button 3 rightdownthenraiseitto the desired height.

Make sure that the seat belt is locked in position correctly after you have adjusted it.

To fasten

Unwind the belt slowly and smoothly and ensure that tongue 4

locks into buckle 6 (check that it is locked by pulling tongue 4). If the belt jams before it is latched, allow it to return 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,

-unwinditagain,

- if the fault is still present, contact your RENAULT Dealer.

Unlocking

Press button 5 on buckle 6 and the seat belt will be rewound by the inertia reel.

Guide the buckle to help the operation.

1.21

METHODS OF RESTRAINT IN ADDITION TO FRONT SEAT BELTS

These are:

■ frontseatbeltpretensioners,

■ force limiter,

■ driver and passenger front

airbags.

These systems are designed to operate independently or together intheeventofafront,sideorrear 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;

- the airbag and the force limiter are also triggered when there are severe impacts.

Seat belt pretensioners

The system is not operational until a few seconds after the ignition has been switched on.

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

• No operation whatsoever is

• To avoid premature triggering of

• Testing of the electric trigger

• When the vehicle is scrapped,

• Have the entire restraint

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.

system checked following an accident.

1.22

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

Force limiter

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

Driver and passenger airbags

Warning relating to the service life of airbags and pretensioners.

The pyrotechnic systems in airbags and pretensioners have a limited service life.

Refer to the service booklet for your vehicle for the replacement frequency.

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

Airbag inscriptions on the steering wheel and dashboard together with a label on the lower part of the windscreen indicate that the vehicle is equipped with airbags.

The passengerairbag protects the front passenger(s) (according to whether there is a conventional seat or a bench seat in the front).

Each airbag system consists of:

- an airbag and gas generator fitted on the steering wheel for the driverandinthedashboardfor the front passenger;

- a computer for both systems, which includes the impact sensor and a monitor controlling the electrical trigger system for the gas generator;

- a single warning light on the instrument panel.

1.23

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

Operating faults

Operation

The system is only operational when the ignition is switched on (ignition key in M position).

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

Warning l ig ht 2 will light up on the instrument panel when the ignition is turned on and then go out after a few seconds.

If it does not light up when the ignition is switched on, or comes on when the engine is running, there is a fault in the system.

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

Theairbagsystemusesthe principles of pyrotechnics. Therefore, when the airbag inflates, it will generate noise, heat and smoke upon detonation, this does not mean thatafireisabouttostart.Ina situation where an airbag is required, it will inflate immediately and this may cause some minor, superficial grazing to the skin.

1.24

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

Allofthewarningsbelowaregiven so that the airbag is not obstructed in any way when it is inflated and also to prevent the risk of serious injuries caused by items which may be dislodged when the airbag inflates.

Warnings concerning the driver’sairbag

• Do not adjust the steering wheel or the cushion.

• Do not cover the steering wheel cushion.

• Do not attach any objects (badge, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.) to the

steering wheel cushion.

• The steering wheel must not be removed (except by qualified personnel from the RENAULT network).

• Do not sit too close to the steering wheel. Sit with your arms slightly bent (see the information on Adjusting your driving position in Section 1). This will allow sufficient space for the airbag to deploy correctly and to be fully effective.

Warnings concerning the passenger airbag: location 3

• Do not attach or glue any objects (pins, logo, clock, telephone holder, etc.)

to the dashboard in the proximity of the airbag housing.

• Do not place bulky objects in glove box 4.

• Nothing should be placed between the dashboard and the passenger (pet,

umbrella, walking stick, parcels, etc.).

• The passenger must not put his or her feet on the dashboard or seat as there is a risk that serious injuries may be sustained. As a general rule, keep all parts of the body (knees, hands, head, etc.) well away from the dashboard.

A REAR-FACING CHILD/BABY SEAT MUST NOT BE FITTED

TO THE PASSENGER SEAT IF THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH A PASSENGER AIRBAG.

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