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Renault MEGANE 2005 User Manual

Renault MEGANE 2005
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RENAULT s.a.s. Société par Actions
Simplifiée au capital de 533 941 113
/ 13-15, quai Le Gallo - 92100 Boulogne-Bi
llancourt
R.C.S. Nanterre 780 129 987 - SIRET
780 129 987 03591 / Tél. : 0810 40 50
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Driver's handbook 82 00 561 636 NU 761-1 06/2005 Edition anglaise
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Renault MEGANE 2005 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRenault
ModelMEGANE 2005
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Welcome to Your New RENAULT

Driver's Handbook Information

Explains the purpose and content of the handbook, including technical developments and maintenance advice.

Hazard Symbol Explanation

Explains the warning symbol used for hazards, dangers, or safety recommendations within the manual.

Model Description Basis

States that model descriptions are based on technical specifications at the time of writing, covering all equipment.

Getting to Know Your Vehicle

RENAULT Card: General Information

Details on the RENAULT card's functions, battery life, range, and emergency key.

Remote Control RENAULT Card: Use

Instructions for using the remote control RENAULT card for locking and unlocking doors.

RENAULT Card in Hands-Free Mode: Use

Explains how to use the RENAULT card in hands-free mode for unlocking doors and starting the engine.

Deadlocking Doors and Luggage Compartment

Instructions on how to activate the deadlocking function for doors and luggage compartment.

RENAULT Card in Restricted Use Mode

Explains how to set and use the RENAULT card in restricted mode for third-party use.

Opening and Closing Doors

Instructions on how to open and close the vehicle doors from inside and outside.

Child Safety (Rear Doors)

Instructions on using the child safety switch to inhibit rear door and window operation.

Locking/Unlocking Doors from Outside

Details on locking/unlocking doors using the RENAULT card or emergency key.

Locking Doors Manually

Steps for manually locking the vehicle doors when the door is open.

Control for Locking/Unlocking from Inside

Explains the switch used for interior door and luggage compartment locking.

Renault Anti-Intruder Device (RAID)

Details on activating and deactivating the RAID anti-intruder system.

Engine Immobiliser System

Explanation of the vehicle's engine immobiliser system and its indicator light.

Front Head Restraints

Instructions on adjusting, removing, and refitting front head restraints for safety.

Rear Head Restraints

Guidance on positioning, removing, and refitting rear head restraints.

Front Seats: Adjustments

Details on adjusting seat position, seatback, driver's seat height, and lumbar support.

Heated Seats

Operation of the heated seat function for driver and passenger comfort.

Seat Belts: Driving Position & Adjustment

How to adjust driving position and seat belts for maximum protection.

Rear Seat Belts

Information on rear seat belt operation, fastening, and adjustment.

Additional Restraint Methods (Front)

Details on pretensioners, airbags, and anti-submarine airbags.

Load Limiter and Airbags

Explanation of load limiters and driver/passenger airbags.

Airbag Operation and Faults

Information on airbag operation, deployment, and fault indicators.

Airbag Warnings (Driver & Passenger)

Safety warnings concerning driver and passenger airbags and child seat installation.

Side and Curtain Airbags

Information on side airbags and curtain airbags for side impact protection.

Additional Restraint System Warnings

General warnings and safety precautions for all restraint systems.

Child Safety Regulations and Recommendations

Regulations and advice on using child restraints and approved safety devices.

Child Seat Installation Table

Table indicating suitable passenger seats for various child seat types.

Child Seat Categories and Choice

Guidance on selecting appropriate child seat categories based on child's weight.

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounting System

Details on the ISOFIX system for child seat installation, including anchorage points.

General Child Safety Precautions

Crucial safety advice for child occupants and restraint systems.

Deactivating Front Passenger Airbags

Steps to deactivate front passenger airbags for child seat installation.

Steering Wheel: Height and Depth Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the steering wheel's height and depth for optimal driving.

Driver's Position: Controls Overview

Diagram and numbering of controls for left-hand drive vehicles' dashboard.

Instrument Panel Overview

Overview of the instrument panel layout and its main zones.

Instrument Panel Warning Lights and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights and indicators on the instrument panel.

Instrument Panel Display Functions

Explains display information like engine oil level, trip computer, and gear selection.

Trip Computer and Warning System

Explains trip computer display functions and the warning system.

Clock and Outside Temperature

Instructions for setting the clock and information on the exterior temperature indicator.

Door Mirrors: Adjustment and Folding

Details on manual and electric door mirror adjustment and folding.

Rear-View Mirrors

Information on interior rear-view mirror adjustment and auto-dimming function.

Horn and Headlight Flasher

How to use the horn and operate the headlight flasher.

Hazard Warning Lights

Instructions for activating and deactivating hazard warning lights.

Exterior Lighting: Side and Dipped Beam Headlights

How to switch on side lights and operate dipped beam headlights.

Exterior Lighting: Main Beam and See-Me-Home

How to switch on main beam headlights and use the See-Me-home function.

Exterior Lighting: Fog Lights

Instructions for switching front and rear fog lights on and off.

Electric Beam Height Adjustment

How to adjust headlight beam height based on vehicle load.

Windscreen Wash/Wipe: Operation

Instructions for operating windscreen wipers and washers.

Rear Screen Wash/Wipe

Instructions for using the rear screen wiper and washer.

Fuel Tank: Capacity and Fuel Grade

Information on fuel tank capacity and recommended fuel grades.

Fuel Tank: Filling Up

Guidance on filling the fuel tank and handling persistent fuel odour.

Driving

Running In Procedures

Recommendations for the initial running-in period for petrol and diesel engines.

Starting the Engine

Instructions for starting the engine using remote control or hands-free cards.

Stopping the Engine

Procedures for stopping the engine using remote control and hands-free modes.

Special Features of Petrol Versions

Advice on operating petrol versions and avoiding starting faults.

Special Features of Diesel Versions

Advice on diesel engine speed, running out of fuel, and winter precautions.

Diesel Vehicles with Exhaust Particle Filter

Information on exhaust particle filter messages and cleaning operations.

Gear Lever Operation

Instructions for selecting gears, including reverse and automatic transmission.

Handbrake Operation

Details on applying and releasing the handbrake.

Fuel Economy and Driving Advice

Recommendations for maintaining the vehicle for fuel economy and anti-pollution standards.

Emission Control and Driving Habits

Advice on exhaust gas monitoring and driving techniques for fuel economy.

Tyre Pressure Monitor: System Overview

Explanation of the tyre pressure monitoring system and driver responsibility.

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Explanation of the ESP system, its operation, and fault indicators.

Traction Control (ASR) System

Details on the ASR system, its operation, and warning lights.

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Information on the ABS system's aims, operation, and driver feedback.

Emergency Brake Assist System

Information on the emergency brake assist function and hazard light switching.

Speed Limiter Function: Controls and Indicators

Details on speed limiter controls, operation, and indicator light.

Cruise Control Function: Operation and Controls

Explanation of cruise control operation, controls, and safety advice.

Parking Proximity Sensor: Operation and Faults

Explanation of the parking sensor system, its operation, and faults.

Automatic Transmission: Selector Lever and Operation

Explanation of the selector lever positions and automatic transmission operation.

Automatic Transmission: Manual Mode and Special Circumstances

How to use manual mode and handle special driving conditions.

Your Comfort

Air Vents: Outlet Locations

Diagram showing the location of various air vents and outlets in the dashboard.

Air Vents: Air Flow and Direction Control

Instructions on adjusting air flow and direction for the dashboard air vents.

Heating/Air Conditioning: Controls Overview

Identifies the main controls for the vehicle's heating and air conditioning system.

Heating/Air Conditioning: Air Distribution

Explains how to adjust air distribution settings for passenger comfort.

Heating/Air Conditioning: Blower Speed and AC Control

How to adjust blower speed and control the air conditioning system.

Heating/Air Conditioning: Air Recirculation

Explains the air recirculation mode and its purpose in isolating the cabin.

Climate Control: System Overview and Controls

Identifies climate control system buttons and their functions, including display.

Climate Control: Automatic Mode Operation

Explains the automatic mode for climate control and temperature adjustment.

Climate Control: Ambient Temperature (Automatic Mode)

How automatic mode maintains ambient temperature and passenger comfort.

Climate Control: Passenger Compartment Air Distribution

Details the five air distribution settings available in the climate control system.

Climate Control: Ventilation Speed and AC Control

How to vary ventilation speed and switch air conditioning on/off.

Climate Control: Rear Screen De-icing/Demisting

Operation of the rear screen de-icing and demisting function.

Climate Control: "Clear View" Function

How the "Clear View" function rapidly demists/de-ices windows and mirrors.

Climate Control: Air Recirculation Mode

Explains how to activate and use air recirculation mode for cabin isolation.

Air Conditioning: Information and Operating Advice

Advice on fuel consumption, maintenance, and operating faults of the air conditioning system.

Electric Windows: Operation from Driver's Seat

Instructions for operating electric windows from the driver's seat.

"One-Touch" Electric Windows: Operation

Details on the "one-touch" feature for electric windows and its system operation.

Manual Windows

Instructions for operating manually operated rear windows.

Sun Visor and Vanity Mirrors

Information on front sun visors and vanity mirrors, illuminated and non-illuminated.

Electric Sunroof: Operation and Blind

Instructions for operating the electric sunroof and its blind.

Interior Lighting: Courtesy, Map Reading, and Door Lights

Details on courtesy lights, map reading lights, and door lights.

Storage Compartments: Door Armrests and Pockets

Details on storage compartments in front door armrests and door pockets.

Storage Compartments: Front Centre Armrest and Glove Box

Information on the front centre armrest and glove box storage.

Storage Compartments: Storage Clip and Cup Holders

Details on storage clip, cup holders, and rear armrest storage.

Storage Compartments: Clothes Hooks and Front Seat Pockets

Information on clothes hooks and front seat storage pockets.

Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter

Details on the ashtray and cigarette lighter/accessories socket.

Rear Bench Seat: Folding and Transporting Objects

Instructions on folding the rear bench seat and transporting items.

Luggage Compartment: Opening, Closing, and Access

How to open, close, and access the luggage compartment from inside.

Rear Parcel Shelf: Removal and Refitting

Instructions for removing and refitting the rear parcel shelf.

Luggage Compartment Fittings: Anchorage Points and Spare Wheel Area

Details on anchorage points and storage in the spare wheel area.

Transporting Objects in Luggage Compartment

Guidance on positioning and securing objects for transport in the luggage compartment.

Roof Bars: Mounting Points and Load

Information on accessing mounting points and authorised load for roof bars.

Maintenance

Bonnet: Opening and Safety Catch

Instructions for opening the bonnet and releasing the safety catch.

Bonnet: Closing Procedure

Steps for safely closing the bonnet after checking the engine compartment.

Engine Oil Level: Reading and Warnings

How to read the oil level using the dipstick and interpret instrument panel warnings.

Engine Oil Level: Using the Dipstick

Detailed instructions on how to correctly read the engine oil level using the dipstick.

Engine Oil Level: Topping Up and Grade

Instructions for topping up engine oil and recommended oil grades.

Engine Oil Level/Oil Change

Information on oil change frequency, capacities, and recommended engine oil grade.

Coolant Level Checks and Replacements

How to check coolant level, topping up, and replacement intervals.

Brake Fluid Level Checks and Filling

Guidance on checking brake fluid level and recommended filling procedures.

Windscreen/Headlight Washer Reservoir

How to fill the washer reservoir and adjust windscreen washer jets.

Battery: Maintenance and Replacement

Details on battery maintenance, replacement advice, and safety precautions.

Bodywork Maintenance: Corrosive Agents and Impacts

Protection against corrosive agents and minor impacts affecting bodywork.

Bodywork Maintenance: Cleaning and Repair Advice

Recommendations for washing, drying, and repairing bodywork to prevent corrosion.

Interior Trim Maintenance

Cleaning advice for interior trim, glass panels, and seat belts.

Practical Advice

Emergency Spare Wheel

Information on accessing and using the emergency spare wheel and its monitoring.

Tool Kit Contents and Usage

Details on the tools included in the kit (jack, wheelbrace) and their functions.

Wheel Trims: Removal and Refitting

Instructions for removing and refitting wheel trims using the provided tool.

Changing a Wheel: Step-by-Step Guide

A detailed guide on how to safely change a vehicle wheel.

Tyres: Safety and Maintenance

Advice on tyre and wheel safety, and maintaining tyre condition and tread depth.

Tyres: Pressures and Fitting New Tyres

Information on tyre pressures, fitting new tyres, and tyre sensor compatibility.

Tyres: Winter Use and Chains

Advice on using tyres in winter, including snow chains and special tyre types.

Halogen Headlights: Accessing Bulbs

How to access headlight bulbs for replacement, noting potential difficulties.

Halogen Headlights: Replacing Bulbs

Step-by-step guide to replacing halogen headlight bulbs.

Front Lights: Fog Lights and Additional Lights

Information on front fog lights and fitting additional lights like foglights.

Rear Lights: Replacing Bulbs

Instructions for replacing rear light bulbs, including brake, side, and reversing lights.

Interior Lighting: Replacing Courtesy Light Bulbs

Instructions for replacing courtesy light bulbs.

Fuses: Identification and Replacement

How to identify and replace fuses, and advice on fuse box locations.

Battery: Safety Precautions

Safety precautions to avoid sparks when working with the battery.

Battery: Connecting a Charger and Failure

Instructions for connecting a battery charger and advice on battery failure.

Battery: Starting Vehicle with Another Battery

Procedure for jump-starting the vehicle using another battery.

RENAULT Card: Battery Replacement

How to replace the battery in the RENAULT card.

Fitting the Radio and Speakers

Instructions for installing a radio and speakers, and electrical circuit precautions.

Windscreen Wiper Blades: Replacement

Instructions for replacing windscreen wiper blades.

Windscreen Wiper Blades: Rear Screen Wiper Replacement

How to replace the rear screen wiper blade.

Towing: Breakdown Procedures and Automatic Transmission

Procedures for towing the vehicle and special info for automatic transmissions.

Towing: Towing Points and Hitch

Information on using towing points and fitting the towing hitch.

Operating Faults: RENAULT Card Issues

Troubleshooting for operating faults related to the RENAULT card.

Operating Faults: Starter Activation Issues

Troubleshooting for issues when the starter is activated, like no response.

Operating Faults: Engine Start and Steering Column Issues

Troubleshooting for engine start problems and steering column lock.

Operating Faults: Open Road Issues (Smoke, Vibrations, Coolant)

Troubleshooting for open road issues like smoke, vibrations, and coolant boiling.

Operating Faults: Open Road Issues (Bonnet Smoke, Oil Pressure, Power Loss)

Troubleshooting for bonnet smoke, oil pressure warnings, and loss of engine power.

Operating Faults: Open Road Issues (Steering, Engine Overheating)

Troubleshooting for steering issues and engine overheating.

Operating Faults: Electrical Equipment Issues (Wipers, Indicators, Headlights)

Troubleshooting for wiper, indicator, and headlight faults.

Technical Specifications

Vehicle Identification Plates: Manufacturer's Plate

Details on the manufacturer's plate and the information it contains.

Vehicle Identification Plates: Engine Plate Information

How to identify engine type, suffix, and number from the engine plate.

Engine Specifications

Table detailing engine types, capacities, fuel grade, and spark plugs.

Weights: 1.4 16V and 1.6 16V Versions

Weight specifications for 1.4 16V and 1.6 16V models.

Towing Weights: Regulations and Load Limits

Important regulations and advice regarding towing weights and loads.

Weights: 2.0 16V and 2.0 T Versions

Weight specifications for 2.0 16V and 2.0 T models.

Weights: 1.5 dCi and 1.9 dCi Versions

Weight specifications for 1.5 dCi and 1.9 dCi models.

Weights: 2.0 dCi Versions

Weight specifications for 2.0 dCi models.

Vehicle Dimensions

Diagram showing external dimensions of the vehicle in metres.

Spare Parts and Repairs

Information on using genuine Renault parts for repairs and warranty.

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