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Tyre pressure .................................................................................................................................................... 2 - 3Engine oil level ...................................................................................................................................................... 4

Electronic stability program: ESP with understeer control .......................................................................... 5 - 6

Traction control: ASR ...................................................................................................................................... 7 - 8

Emergency brake assist ......................................................................................................................................... 9

Puncture/emergency spare wheel ...................................................................................................................... 10

Tyre repair aerosols ............................................................................................................................................. 11

Changing a wheel ........................................................................................................................................ 12 - 13Tyres ............................................................................................................................................................ 14 16

Towing .................................................................................................................................................................. 17

Identification plate .............................................................................................................................................. 18

Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................................... 19

Engine specifications ........................................................................................................................................... 20

Weights ................................................................................................................................................................. 21

The information contained in this document cancels and / or supplements that in the main driver's handbook.

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

Version 2.0T 16V

Wheel sizes 7.5 187.0 17

8.0 18

Tyre sizes 225/40 R18 92 Y225/45 R17 91 W

235/40 R18 91 Y

Non-motorway use Front 2.2 2.3 Rear 2.0 2.1

Motorway use (1) Front 2.5 2.3 Rear 2.3 2.1

Emergency spare wheel (depending on vehicle) 2.5 2.3

Tyre safety and use of chainsRefer to the information on tyres in Section 5 for maintenance information and, depending on the version, the conditionsunder which snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.

(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.For information on weights, refer to the information on weights in Section 6 of the main driver's handbook.

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TYRE PRESSURES in PSI (when cold)

Version 2.0T 16V

Wheel sizes 7.5 187.0 17

8.0 18

Tyre sizes 225/40 R18 92 Y225/45 R17 91 W

235/40 R18 91 Y

Non-motorway use Front 32 34 Rear 29 31

Motorway use (1) Front 36 34 Rear 33 31

Emergency spare wheel (depending on vehicle) 36 34

Tyre safety and use of chainsRefer to the information on tyres in Section 5 for maintenance information and, depending on the version, the conditionsunder which snow chains may be fitted to the vehicle.

(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 3 PSI.For information on weights, refer to the information on weights in Section 6 of the main driver's handbook.

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ENGINE OIL LEVEL

Reading the level using the dipstick- Take out the dipstick;- Wipe the dipstick using a clean,

lint-free cloth.- push in the dipstick as far as it will

go.- Take out the dipstick again;- read the oil level again. It should

never fall below minimum oil

level A nor exceed maximum oillevel B.

Topping up/filling with oilThe vehicle must be parked on levelground and the engine should becold (for instance, before the engineis started up for the first time in theday).

Contact your RENAULT Dealerat once if you notice an abnormalor repeated drop in any of thefluid levels.

- Unscrew cap 1;- Top up the level (for information

purposes, the capacity betweenthe minimum and maximumreading on dipstick 2 isapproximately 2 litres).

- Wait for approximately twominutes to allow the oil to flowinto the engine.

- Check the level using the dipstick 2(as explained above).

Do not exceed the max level andremember to screw cap 1 back on.

Oil changeOil change frequency: refer to theservicing booklet for your vehicle.

Average capacities of oil change(for you information)2.0 16V engine: 5 litres

Take care when workingunder the bonnet as theengine cooling fan maystart to operate at anymoment.

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ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM: ESP WITH UNDERSTEER CONTROLThis system helps to keep control ofthe vehicle in critical drivingsituations (avoiding an obstacle,loss of grip when cornering, etc.)and works in conjunction with theundersteer control system.

This function is anadditional aid in case ofcritical driving conditionsto enable the vehicle

behaviour to be adapted to suitthe driving conditions.

However, the function does nottake the place of the driver. Itdoes not increase the vehicle'slimits and should not encourageyou to drive more quickly.

Thus, it can, under nocircumstances, replace thevigilance or responsibility of thedriver when manoeuvring the

vehicle (the driver must always be ready for sudden incidentswhich may occur when driving).

Operating principleA sensor in the steering wheeldetects the direction selected by thedriver.

Other sensors on the vehiclemeasure the actual direction.

The system compares the directionselected by the driver and the actualdirection of the vehicle and corrects

this as necessary by applying thebrakes selectively and/or acting onthe engine power.

When the function begins tooperate, warning light A flashes towarn you.

If the warning light comes onaccompanied by the ASRdeselected message when the

engine is started, slowly turn thesteering wheel from lock to lock toreinitialise the system.

Understeer controlThis system optimises the action ofthe ESP in the event of pronouncedundersteer (loss of front axle grip).

Operating faultsWhen the system detects anoperating fault the message"ESP/ASR fault" appears on theinstrument panel along with the

warning light and warning

light A.

Contact your RENAULT Dealer.

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ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM: ESP WITH UNDERSTEER CONTROL (continued)

Disabling the functionThe function is deactivated bypressing switch 1; indicator light Awill come on to confirm this. Thisaction also deactivates the tractioncontrol mechanism: the messageASR deselected appears on theinstrument panel. Refer to theAutomatic gearbox informationin Section 2.

As the ESP offers additional safety,it is recommended that you do notdrive with the function disabled.Correct this by pressing switch 1again.

ESP is automatically reactivatedwhen the ignition is switched onand, when driving, when the

vehicle is travelling in excess ofapproximately 30 mph (50 km/h),depending on the vehicle.

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TRACTION CONTROL: ASRThis system helps to limit skiddingon drive wheels and to control thevehicle when pulling away oraccelerating.

This function is anadditional aid in theevent of critical drivingconditions, enabling the

vehicle behaviour to be adaptedto suit the driving conditions.

However, the function does nottake the place of the driver. Itdoes not increase the vehicle'slimits and should not encourageyou to drive more quickly.

Thus, it can, under nocircumstances, replace thevigilance or responsibility of thedriver when manoeuvring thevehicle (the driver must always

be ready for sudden incidentswhich may occur when driving).

Operating principleUsing the wheel sensors, the systemmeasures and compares the speedof the drive wheels at all times andslows down their over-rotation.

If a wheel is starting to spin, thesystem brakes automatically untilthe drive supplied becomescompatible with the level of grip.

The system also adjusts the enginespeed to the grip available under thewheels, independently of thepressure exerted on the acceleratorpedal.

When the function begins to

operate, warning light A flashes towarn you.

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TRACTION CONTROL: ASR (continued)

Disabling the functionIn some situations (driving on verywet ground: snow, mud, etc. ordriving with chained wheels), thesystem may reduce the engineoutput to limit wheelspin. If this isnot required, it is possible todeactivate the function by pressingswitch 1.

The message ASR deselectedappears accompanied by warninglight A on the instrument panel toinform you.

Disabling the function also disablesthe ESP function.

Correct this as soon as possible bypressing switch 1 again.

ESP is automatically reactivatedwhen the ignition is switched onand, when driving, when thevehicle is travelling in excess of

approximately 30 mph (50 km/h),depending on the vehicle.

Operating faultsIf the system detects an operatingfault the ESP/ASR fault messageappears on the instrument panel

display accompanied by the

warning light and warning light A.Contact your RENAULT Dealer.

If the warning light comes onaccompanied by the ASRdeselected message when theengine is started, slowly turn thesteering wheel from lock to lock toreinitialise the system.

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BRAKE ASSISTOn vehicles which have emergency brake assist fitted, this system iscomplementary to ABS and helpsreduce vehicle stopping distances.

Operating principleThe system detects an emergency braking situation. In this case, the braking assistance immediatelydevelops maximum power and maytrigger ABS regulation.

ABS braking is maintained as longas the brake pedal is not released.

Hazard warning lights comingonDepending on the vehicle, thesemay light up in the event of suddendeceleration.

This function is anadditional aid in case ofcritical driving conditionsto enable the vehicle

behaviour to be adapted to suit thedriving conditions.

However, the function does nottake the place of the driver. It doesnot increase the vehicle's limitsand should not encourage you todrive more quickly.

Thus, it can, under nocircumstances, replace thevigilance or responsibility of thedriver when manoeuvring thevehicle (the driver must always beready for sudden incidents whichmay occur when driving).

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PUNCTURE / EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL

In the event of a puncture,depending on the vehicle, you willhave:- tyre repair aerosols;- an emergency spare wheel.

Emergency spare wheel(depending on vehicle)This is located in the luggagecompartment.

To access the emergency sparewheel:

- open the luggage compartment lid;- lift carpet 1 and 2;- unscrew the central mounting;- remove the emergency spare

wheel.

Vehicles fitted with an

emergency spare wheelsmaller than the fourother wheels.

The driving speed must notexceed 80 mph (130 km/h)during the temporary use of theemergency spare wheel.

Special noteThe Tyre Pressure Monitor functiondoes not check the emergency sparewheel (the wheel replaced by thespare wheel disappears from theinstrument panel display).

Refer to the information on the tyrepressure monitor in section 2 of themain driver's handbook.

If the spare wheel has been stored for severalyears, have it checked byyour Dealer to ensure

that it is still safe to use.

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TYRE REPAIR AEROSOLS

Tyre repair aerosols(depending on vehicle)In the event of a puncture, carry outan emergency repair using theaerosols located under the luggagecompartment carpet:

remove the object that has causedthe puncture; turn the wheel so that the valve is

at the top; if the aerosol is cold, rub it

between your hands to warm itup;

attach the aerosol to the tyreinflation valve, with the aerosolupside down, and keep pressing

the button until the tyre isinflated. You will need twoaerosols to complete the repair.

Because the valves arespecially designed, useonly aerosols approvedby RENAULT's TechnicalDepartment.

drive the vehicle for approximately12 miles (20 kilometres) at amaximum speed of 28 mph(45 km/h), and then check the tyrepressure.

Note:

During this period of driving, thetyre pressure monitor may display apressure fault.

This is a temporaryrepairGo to a specialist as soonas possible to have the

tyre inspected, repaired oreplaced.

After a tyre inflation repaircontact your RENAULTDealer to replace your tyrerepair aerosols.

PrecautionsKeep the pressurisedcontainer out of sunlight.

Do not expose to tempera-tures above 50C.

Do not pierce or burn after use.Do not spray towards a flame or anincandescent object.

The puncture repairaerosol should not be usedfor punctures in the tyresidewall.

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CHANGING A WHEEL

Remove wheel trim 1Remove it using tool A (in the toolkit) by inserting the end into recess2.

To refit it, turn it in relation to recess2and clip it in place.

Removing the wheelUndo the wheel bolts usingwheelbrace3. Fit it so that youpressdownwards rather than pullingupwards.

Park your vehicle on firm,flat ground (if necessary,placing a plank under thejack). Switch on the hazard

warning lights.

Apply the handbrake and engage agear (first or reverse).

Ask all the passengers to leave thevehicle and keep away from thetraffic.

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CHANGING A WHEEL (continued)

Offer up jack 4 horizontally, thejack head should be positioned atthe level of jacking point 5 in thelower section of the bodyworkclosest to the wheel concerned,marked by arrow 6.

Crank up the jack by hand at firstto align the base plate (whichshould be inclined further

inwards than the jack head).

Turn a few times to lift the wheeloff the ground.

Undo the bolts and take the wheeloff.

Position the emergency spare

wheel on the hub and turn it sothat the holes in the wheel andthe hub coincide.

If bolts are supplied with theemergency spare wheel, only usethese bolts for the emergencyspare wheel. Tighten the bolts andlower the jack.

With the wheels on the ground,tighten the bolts fast and have thetightness of the bolts checked by aRENAULT Dealer as soon aspossible (tightening torque:130 Nm).

If you have a puncture,replace the wheel as soonas possible.

A tyre which has been puncturedshould always be inspected (andrepaired if possible) by a specialist.

TYRES

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TYRES

Tyre safety - road wheelsThe tyres are the only contactbetween the vehicle and the road, soit is essential to keep them in goodcondition.

You must make sure that your tyres

conform to local road regulations.

When they need to bereplaced, only tyres ofthe same make, size, typeand profile should be

used.

Tyres fitted to the vehicle shouldeither be identical to those fittedoriginally or conform to thoserecommended by your RENAULTDealer.

Maintaining the tyresThe tyres must be in good conditionand the tread form must havesufficient depth; tyres approved byRENAULT's Technical Departmenthave wear warning strips 1 whichare risers moulded into the tread atseveral points.

When the tread has worn down tothe level of these warning risers,they become visible 2: the tyresconcerned must be replaced now asonly 1.6 mm maximum of treadremains and this is not sufficient tomaintain a good grip on wet roads.

An overloaded vehicle, longjourneys by motorway, particularlyin very hot weather, or continualdriving on poorly surfaced minorroads will lead to more rapid tyrewear and affect safety.

Incidents which occurwhen driving, such asstriking the kerb, maydamage the tyres and

wheel rims, and could also lead tomisalignment of the front or rearaxle geometry. If such incidentsoccur, have the condition of theseparts checked by a RENAULTDealer.

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Tyre pressuresRecommended tyre pressures mustbe adhered to. (Remember to checkthe emergency spare wheel at thesame time.) Pressures must bechecked at least once a month andalways before a long journey. (Referto the section on Tyre pressures.)

Incorrect tyre pressures

lead to abnormal tyrewear and unusually hotrunning, factors which

may seriously affect safety andlead to:- poor road holding,- the risk of blowouts or of

throwing a tread at high speed.

The pressure depends on theload and the speed of use. Adjustthe pressures according to theconditions of use (refer to Tyrepressures).

Pressures should be checked whenthe tyres are cold; ignore higherpressures which may be reached inwarm weather or following a fastjourney.

If tyre pressures cannot be checkedwhen the tyres are cold, increase theindicated pressures by 0.2 to 0.3bar(or 3 psi).

Never deflate a hot tyre.

Note: a label (depending on countryor model) fixed to the edge or frameof the driver's door gives therecommended tyre pressures.

Swapping the wheels aroundThis practice is not recommended.

Vehicle fitted with TyrePressure MonitorEach of the sensorsincorporated in valves is

dedicated to a specific wheel:under no circumstances shouldyou swap the wheels.There is a risk of incorrectinformation which could haveserious consequences.

Fitting new tyres

For safety reasons, thisoperation must becarried out by a

specialist.Fitting different tyres maychange your vehicle as follows:- It may mean that your vehicle

no longer conforms to currentregulations.

- It may change the way ithandles when cornering.

- It may cause the steering to beheavy.

- It may cause tyre noise.- It may affect the use of snow

chains.

Emergency spare wheelRefer to the information on theemergency spare wheel and

changing a wheel in Section 5 of themain driver's handbook.

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Use in winter Snow chains

For safety reasons, fitting snowchains to the rear axle is strictlyforbidden.

Chains may only be fittedto tyres of the same sizeas those originally fittedto your vehicle.

Special note on versions fittedwith 18" wheels: snow chainsmay not be fitted

If you wish to use specialequipment, contact your

RENAULT Dealer.

Snow or Winter tyresWe would recommend that these be fitted to all four wheels toensure that your vehicle retainsmaximum road holding.

Note: We would point out thatthese tyres may sometimes have:- a driving direction,- a maximum speed index which

may be lower than themaximum speed of yourvehicle.

In all cases, we would recommendthat you contact your RENAULTDealer who will be able to adviseyou on the choice of equipmentwhich is most suitable for yourvehicle.

TOWING (attachments)

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TOWING (attachments)

Permissible nose weight,maximum permissible towingweight, braked and unbraked:refer to weights in Section 6.

Refer to the manufacturer'sinstructions for information onhow to fit and use the roof rack bar.

Note: please keep theseinstructions with the rest of thevehicle documentation.

A : 829 mm

IDENTIFICATION PLATE

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IDENTIFICATION PLATE

The information shown on engineplate A should be quoted on allyour letters or orders.

A - Engine plate or label(Location varies depending onengine)1 Engine type.

2 Engine suffix.

3Engine number.

DIMENSIONS (in metres)

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0,857 2,617 0,754 1,517

4,228 2,060

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1,437*

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DIMENSIONS (in metres)

* Unladen

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

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ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

Versions 2.0T 16V

Engine type(see engine plate) F4Rt

Capacity (cc) 1 998

Type of fuelFuel grade

Unleaded fuel95 or 98

Spark plugs Only use the spark plugsspecified for

your vehicles engine.The type should be marked

on a label stuck insidethe engine compartment.If it is not then contactyour RENAULT Dealer.

Fitting spark plugs which arenot to specification may damage

the engine.

WEIGHTS (in kg) - Basic vehicle with no options; may change during the year and depending on the

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WEIGHTS (in kg) Basic vehicle with no options; may change during the year and depending on thecountry of marketing: see your RENAULT Dealer.

Versions 2.0T 16V

Vehicle type

(see manufacturer's plate)

CM0M

CM1L

BM0M

BM1L CM11 BM11

Kerb weightwithoutdriver

TotalFront

Rear

1 355 1 375 1 380 1 400865 865 875 874490 510 505 526

Maximum permissibleaxle weight

FrontRear

1 060 1 060930 1 015

Maximum permissible all-up weight 1 800 1 820 1 817 1 845

Maximum permissible towing weight unbraked 650

Maximum permissible towing weight braked (1)driver only 1 000 950 1 000

other situations 700 650 700

Total train weight(= Maximum permissible all-upweight and towing)

2 500 2 550 2 500 2 550

Permissible nose weight 75

Maximum permissible load on roof rack80

(including the carrying equipment)

(1) Towing weights(Towing a caravan, boat, etc.)

- It is important to comply with thetowing weights, governed by locallegislation in each country and, in

particular, laid down in the roadtraffic regulations. Contact yourRENAULT Dealer about anytowing equipment. Under nocircumstances may the total trainweight (= maximum permissibleall-up weight + weight towed) beexceeded.

- If your vehicle is already at fullload (max. permissible all-up

weight), the maximum speed mustbe limited to 60 mph (100 km/h)and the tyre pressures increasedby 0.2 bar (3 psi).

- The engine output and climbingcapability are reduced withaltitude. We recommend that themaximum load be reduced by10% at an altitude of 1000 metresand by an additional 10% for each

1000 metres thereafter.

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Driver's handbook 82 00 464 323 NU 727-5 August 2004 Edition anglaise

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