Renault Megane Hatchback (2015 year). Manual

2.12

Before leaving the vehicle,

check that the electronic

parking brake is fully ap-

plied. Indicator light 2 on

switch 3 and indicator light

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on the instrument panel light up to

show that the parking brake is ap-

plied but go out when the doors are

locked.

Note:
To indicate that the electronic parking

brake is released, a beep sounds and

the message “Apply parking brake” ap-

pears on the instrument panel:
– with the engine running: when the

driver’s door is opened;

– with the engine switched off (eg.

when the engine stalls): when a front

door is opened.

In this case, pull and release switch 3 to

apply the electronic parking brake.

Automatic releasing of the

electronic parking brake
The brake will be released as soon as

the vehicle moves, by accelerating with

a gear selected and the engine running.

Automatic operation

The electronic parking brake en-

sures vehicle immobilisation when the

engine is stopped and engine Start/

Stop button 1 is pressed.
In all other instances, e.g. engine stal-

ling, the electronic parking brake is not

applied automatically. Manual mode

must be used.
For certain country-specific model ver-

sions, the automatic brake application

function is not activated. Refer to the in-

formation on “Manual operation”.

ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE

(1/3)

To confirm that the electronic parking

brake is applied, the message “Parking

brake on” and warning light

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on the instrument panel and warning

light 2 on the switch 3 light up.
After the engine is switched off, indi-

cator light 2 goes out several minutes

after the electronic parking brake has

been applied and indicator light

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goes out when the vehicle is locked.

2.13

Special cases

When parking on a slope or towing a

trailer, pull switch 3 for a few seconds

to obtain the maximum braking effect.
To park the vehicle without applying the

electronic parking brake (if there is a

risk of freezing, for example):
– with the engine running and

RENAULT card in reader 4, switch

off the engine by pressing engine

Start/Stop button 1;

– remove the RENAULTcard from the

Reader 4 and insert it again in the

reader;

– select a gear (manual gearbox) or

position P (automatic gearbox);

– depress the brake pedal and press

switch 3 at the same time;

– remove the RENAULT card from the

card reader.

Brief stop

To manually activate the electronic par-

king brake, (when stopping at a red

light, or stopping when the engine is

running, etc.): pull and release switch 3.

The brake is released as soon as the

vehicle is started up again.

ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE

(2/3)

Manual operation

You can control the electronic parking

brake manually.

Applying the electronic parking

brake

Pull switch 3. Indicator lights 2 and

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light up on the instrument panel.

Releasing the electronic parking

brake

With the ignition on, depress the brake

pedal then press button 3: indicator

lights 2 and

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go out.

2.14

– If there is an electronic parking brake

fault, warning lights

light up

accompanied by the “Parking brake

fault” message, a beep and, in cer-

tain cases, warning light

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This means that you must stop as

soon as traffic conditions allow.

Operating faults

– If there is a fault, the

warning

light illuminates on the instrument

panel accompanied by the “Check

parking brake” message and, in

some cases, the

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warning

light.
Contact an approved Dealer as soon

as possible.

ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE

(3/3)

It is therefore essential to

immobilise the vehicle by

engaging first gear (manual

gearbox) or position P (au-

tomatic gearbox). If the slope re-

quires it, chock the vehicle.

Versions with an automatic

gearbox

For safety reasons, automatic release

is deactivated when the driver’s door

is open or not shut properly and the

engine is running (in order to prevent

the vehicle from moving without the

driver). The “Release parking brake

manually” message appears on the

instrument panel when the driver de-

presses the accelerator.

Never leave your vehicle

without moving the selec-

tor lever to position P or N.

This is because when the

vehicle is stationary with the engine

running and a gear engaged, the

vehicle may begin to move if you

accelerate.
There is a risk of accidents.

If no lights or sounds are

apparent, this indicates

a fault in the instrument

panel. This indicates that

it is essential to stop immediately

(as soon as traffic conditions allow).

Ensure that the vehicle is correctly

immobilised and contact an appro-

ved Dealer.

2.15

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

(1/3)

Fuel consumption is accredited in ac-

cordance with a standard regulatory

method. Identical for all manufactur-

ers, this enables vehicles to be com-

pared with one another. Consumption

in real time depends on vehicle usage

conditions, the equipment fitted and the

user’s driving style. To optimise fuel

consumption, please refer to the follow-

ing advice.
Depending on the vehicle, you will have

various functions which enable you to

lower your fuel consumption:
– gear change indicator;

– the journey record and eco-driving

advice via the multimedia display;

If fitted on the vehicle, the navigation

system provides additional information.

Gear change indicator

To optimise consumption, a warning

light on the screen 1 tells you the best

time to change gear:

to shift up a gear;

[

to shift down a gear.

Journey record

Once the engine is switched off, you

will see “Journey record” displayed on

the screen 1, enabling you to view in-

formation relating to your last journey.
This indicates:
– average fuel consumption;

– total consumption;

– number of miles/kilometres travelled;

– number of miles/kilometres saved.

2.16

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

(2/3)

An overall rating from 0 to 100 is dis-

played to let you assess your eco driv-

ing performance. The higher the score,

the better your eco-driving perform-

ance.

Eco advice is given to help improve

your performance.

With your favourite journeys saved, you

can evaluate your performance.

For more information, please see the

multimedia system instructions.

Obstructions to the driver

On the driver’s side, only

use mats suitable for the

vehicle, attached with the

pre-fitted components, and check

the fitting regularly. Do not lay one

mat on top of another.

There is a risk of wedging the

pedals

Driving advice, Eco-driving

Behaviour
– Drive carefully for the first few miles

until the engine reaches its normal

operating temperature, rather than

let it warm up while the vehicle is sta-

tionary.

– Speed is expensive.
– Sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: drive

with a light right foot.

– Do not overrev the engine in the in-

termediate gears.

You should always use the highest

gear possible.

– Avoid sudden acceleration.
– Brake as little as possible. If you an-

ticipate an obstacle or bend in ad-

vance, you may then simply release

the accelerator pedal.

– Do not try to maintain the same

speed up a hill, accelerate no more

than you would on the level. Keep

your foot in the same position on the

accelerator pedal.

– Double declutching and accelerating

before switching off are unnecessary

in modern vehicles.

– Bad weather, flooded roads:

Do not drive through floods

if the water is above the

lower edge of the wheel

rims.

2.17

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

(3/3)

Tyres
– An underinflated tyre increases fuel

consumption.

– The use of non-recommended tyres

can increase fuel consumption.

Advice on use
– Electricity is fuel; switch off all the

electrical components which are

not really needed. However (safety

first), keep your lights on when the

visibility is bad (“see and be seen”).

– Use the air vents. Driving with the

windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h)

will increase fuel consumption by

4%.

– Never fill the fuel tank right to the

brim to avoid overflow.

– In vehicles fitted with air condi-

tioning, it is normal to observe an

increase in fuel consumption (espe-

cially in urban conditions) when it is

used. For vehicles fitted with manual

air conditioning, switch off the system

when it is not required.
Advice for reducing consumption

and therefore helping to preserve

the environment:
If the vehicle has been parked in the

sun, open the doors for a few mo-

ments to let the hot air escape before

starting the engine.

– Do not leave an empty roof rack

fitted to the vehicle.

– It is better to fit a trailer for bulky ob-

jects.

– When towing a caravan, fit a wind

deflector and adjust it carefully.

– Avoid using the car for door-to-door

calls (short journeys with long waits

in between) because the engine

never reaches its normal operating

temperature.

2.18

MAINTENANCE AND ANTI-POLLUTION ADVICE

Your vehicle complies with criteria for

recycling and recovering vehicles at the

end of their service life, which will come

into force in 2015.
Some of the parts on your vehicle have

been designed to be recycled later.
These parts are easily removable in

order to be collected and reprocessed

in recycling networks.
Furthermore, by virtue of its design,

moderate fuel consumption and initial

settings, your vehicle also conforms

to current anti-pollution regulations.

The manufacturer is actively striving

to reduce pollutant exhaust gas emis-

sions and to save energy. However,

the fuel consumption of your vehicle

and the level of pollutant exhaust gas

emissions are also your responsibility.

Ensure that it is maintained and used

correctly.

Maintenance

It is important to remember that fail-

ure to respect anti-pollution regulations

could lead to legal action being taken

against the vehicle owner.
In addition, replacing engine, fuel

supply system and exhaust compo-

nents with parts other than those origi-

nally recommended by the manufac-

turer may alter your vehicle so that it

no longer complies with anti-pollution

regulations.
Have your vehicle adjusted and

checked by an authorised dealer, in ac-

cordance with the instructions given in

your maintenance schedule: they will

have all the equipment necessary for

ensuring that your vehicle is maintained

to its original standard.

Engine adjustments

– Air filter, fuel filter: a choked ele-

ment will reduce efficiency. It must

be replaced.

– Idle speed: no adjustment is

needed.

Exhaust gas monitoring

system

The exhaust gas monitoring system will

detect any operating faults in the vehi-

cle’s antipollution system.

If this system malfunctions, toxic sub-

stances may be released into the at-

mosphere or damage may occur.

This warning light on the in-

strument panel will indicate if

there are any faults in the system:

This lights up when the ignition is

switched on and goes out when the

engine is started.
– If it lights up continuously, consult an

approved Dealer as soon as possi-

ble;

– if it flashes, reduce the engine speed

until the light stops flashing. Contact

an authorised dealer as soon as pos-

sible.

2.19

ENVIRONMENT

Emissions

Your vehicle has been designed to emit

fewer greenhouse gases (CO2) while in

use, and therefore to consume less fuel

(eg. 140 g/km, equivalent to 5.3 l/100

km for a diesel vehicle).
Our vehicles are also equipped with a

particle filter system including a cata-

lytic converter, an oxygen sensor and

an active carbon filter (the latter pre-

vents vapour from the fuel tank being

released into the open air).
For certain diesel vehicles, this system

also has a particle filter to reduce the

volume of soot particles emitted.

Please make your own

contribution towards

protecting the environment

too

– Worn parts replaced in the course of

routine vehicle maintenance (vehi-

cle battery, oil filter, air filter, batter-

ies, etc.) and oil containers (empty or

filled with used oil) must be disposed

of through specialist organisations.

– At the end of the vehicle’s service

life, it should be sent to approved

centres to ensure that it is recycled.

– In all cases, comply with local legis-

lation.

Recycling

Your vehicle is 85% recyclable and

95% recoverable.
To achieve these objectives, many of

the vehicle components have been de-

signed to enable them to be recycled.

The materials and structures have

been carefully designed to allow these

components to be easily removed and

reprocessed by specialist companies.
In order to preserve raw material re-

sources, this vehicle incorporates nu-

merous parts made from recycled plas-

tics or renewable materials (vegetable

or animal-derived materials such as

cotton or wool).

Your vehicle has been designed with

respect for the environment in mind for

its entire service life: during production,

use and at the end of its life.

This commitment is illustrated by the of

the manufacturer eco² signature.

Manufacture

Your vehicle has been manufactured at

a factory which complies with a policy

to reduce the environmental impact

on the surrounding areas (reduction of

water and energy consumption, visual

and noise pollution, atmospheric emis-

sions and waste water; sorting and re-

using waste).

2.20

If the vehicle is equipped with the func-

tion, this system monitors the tyre pres-

sure.

Operating principle

Each wheel (except for the emergency

spare wheel) has a sensor in the infla-

tion valve which periodically measures

the tyre pressure. The system informs

the driver via the display 1 and on-

board computer 2 that the tyres are suf-

ficiently inflated and warns if they are

underinflated or leaking. The warning

light 4

on the instrument panel

comes on to warn the driver if the pres-

sure is too low.

It should always be done after checking

the tyre pressure of all four tyres when

cold.

Tyre pressures must correspond to the

current usage of the vehicle (empty,

carrying a load, motorway driving, etc.).
With the ignition on:

– Make short presses on the control 3

to select the tyre pressure display

(see “On-board computer: settings”

in Section 1);

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

the button 3 to launch the reset. A

flashing tyre followed by the mes-

sage “Pressure ref Ongoing” indi-

cates that the request to learn the

reference pressure has been taken

into account;

– reset can take several minutes of

driving.

TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

(1/4)

Resetting the standard level

for the tyre pressures

This should be done:
– when the standard tyre pressure

needs to be changed to adapt to

usage conditions (empty, carrying a

load, motorway driving, etc.);

– after swapping wheels over (how-

ever this practice is not recom-

mended);

– after changing a wheel.

This function is an addi-

tional driving aid.

However, the function does

not take the place of the

driver. It cannot, therefore, under

any circumstances replace the vig-

ilance or the responsibility of the

driver.

Check the tyre pressures, including

the emergency spare wheel, once a

month.

2.21

Display

The warning light 4

on the in-

strument panel along with the display 1,

and messages on the display 2 indicate

any tyre pressure faults (flat tyre, punc-

tured tyre, system fault, etc.).

TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

(2/4)

“Puncture”

The wheel A, together with the warn-

ing light 4

, indicates that the af-

fected wheel is punctured or severely

underinflated. Replace it or contact an

authorised dealer if it is punctured. Top

up the tyre pressure if the wheel is de-

flated.

This message appears along with the

warning light.

“Adjust tyre pressure”

A coloured wheel A, together with the

warning light 4

, indicates a flat

tyre.

Check and, if necessary, readjust the

pressures of the four wheels when cold.

While driving the warning light 4

goes off after a few minutes.

Warning light

re-

quires you to stop immedi-

ately, for your own safety,

as soon as traffic conditions allow.

The sudden loss of pressure in a

tyre (burst tyre, etc.) cannot be de-

tected by the system.

2.22

TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

(3/4)

“CHECK TYRE PRESSURE

SENSORS”

The warning light

flashes for

several seconds, then stays on, along

with the message “CHECK TYRE

PRESSURE SENSORS” and a missing

wheel B.

This message appears along with the

warning light.

This message appears when at least

one wheel fitted on the vehicle does not

have sensors (e.g. emergency spare

wheel). In other cases, contact an au-

thorised dealer.

Replacing wheels/tyres

This system requires specific equip-

ment (wheels, tyres, sensors, etc.).
Contact an authorised dealer to replace

the tyres and to find out about avail-

able accessories compatible with the

system: the use of any other accessory

could affect the correct operation of the

system or damage a sensor.

Changing a wheel

The system may take sev-

eral minutes depending on

use for the new wheel po-

sitions and pressures to be recog-

nised; check the tyre pressures after

all operations.

Interchangeability of wheels

If you wish to swap the wheels around,

please consult an approved dealer to

reinitialise the system.

Each of the sensors incor-

porated in the valves 5 is

dedicated to a single wheel:

under no circumstances

should you swap the wheels, with-

out resetting the system.
There is a risk of incorrect informa-

tion which could have serious con-

sequences.

2.23

Readjustment of tyre

pressures

The tyre pressures must be adjusted

when cold (please refer to the label lo-

cated on the edge of the driver’s door).
If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, the recom-

mended pressures must be increased

by 0.2 to 0.3 bar (3 PSI).

Never deflate a hot tyre.

Emergency spare wheel

If the vehicle is equipped with an emer-

gency spare wheel, it will not have

a sensor. When it is fitted to the ve-

hicle, the message “CHECK TYRE

PRESSURE SENSORS” is displayed

on the instrument panel.

TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

(4/4)

To mark the correct position of the

wheel, note the colour of the ring 6

(after cleaning, if necessary) on each

valve:
C yellow ring
D black ring
E red ring
F green ring

Each of the sensors incorporated in the valves 5 is dedicated to a single

wheel: under no circumstances should you swap the wheels, without re-

setting the system.
There is a risk of incorrect information which could have serious conse-

quences.

Tyre repair product and

inflation kit

Because the valves are specially de-

signed, only use equipment approved

by the approved network.

2.24

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(1/4)

Depending on the vehicle, this is com-

posed of:

– the ABS (anti-lock braking

system);

– electronic stability control ESC

with understeer control and trac-

tion control;

– emergency brake assist with, de-

pending on the vehicle, braking

anticipation;

– hill start assistance.

In an emergency, apply firm and

continuous pressure to the brake

pedal. There is no need to pump

it repeatedly. The ABS will modu-

late the force applied in the braking

system.

These functions are an ad-

ditional aid in the event of

critical driving conditions,

enabling the vehicle behav-

iour to be adapted to suit the driving

conditions.
However, the functions do not take

the place of the driver. They do

not increase the vehicle’s limits

and should not encourage you

to drive more quickly. Therefore,

they can under no circumstances

replace the vigilance or responsibil-

ity of the driver when manoeuvring

the vehicle (the driver must always

be ready for sudden incidents which

may occur when driving).

Your braking systems

are partially operational.

However, it is dangerous

to brake suddenly and

it is essential to stop immediately,

as soon as traffic conditions allow.

Contact an approved dealer.

Operating faults:

–

and

lit on the instru-

ment panel with the messages

“Check ABS”, “Check braking

system” and “Check ESC” : ABS,

ESC and the emergency brake

assist are deactivated. Braking is

always enabled;

–

and

lit

up on the instrument panel alongside

the message “Braking system fault”:

this indicates a fault in the braking

system.

In both cases, consult an approved

Dealer.

ABS (anti-lock braking

system)

Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents

the wheels from locking, allowing the

stopping distance to be managed and

keeping control of the vehicle.

Under these circumstances, the vehi-

cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle

whilst braking. In addition, this system

can increase stopping distances, par-

ticularly on roads with low surface grip

(wet ground etc.).

You will feel a pulsation through the

brake pedal each time the system is

activated. The ABS does not in any

way improve the vehicle’s physical per-

formance relating to the road surface

and road-holding. It is still essential to

follow the rules of good driving practice

(such as driving at a safe distance from

the vehicle in front, etc.).

2.25

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(2/4)

Electronic stability control

ESC with understeer control

and traction control

Electronic stability control ESC
This system helps you to keep control

of the vehicle in critical driving condi-

tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip

on a bend, etc.).

Operating principle

A sensor in the steering wheel detects

the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle

measure the actual direction.
The system compares driver input to

the actual trajectory of the vehicle and

corrects the trajectory if necessary by

controlling the braking of certain wheels

and/or engine power. In the event that

the system is engaged, indicator light

flashes on the instrument panel.

Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the

ESC in the case of pronounced under-

steer (loss of front axle road holding).

Traction control
This system helps to limit wheelspin of

the drive wheels and to control the ve-

hicle when pulling away accelerating or

decelerating.
Operating principle

Using the wheel sensors, the system

measures and compares the speed of

the drive wheels at all times and slows

down their over-rotation. If a wheel is

starting to slip, the system brakes au-

tomatically until the drive supplied be-

comes compatible with the level of grip

under the wheel again.
The system also adjusts the engine

speed to the grip available under the

wheels, independently of the pressure

exerted on the accelerator pedal.

Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-

ing fault the message “Check ESC” and
warning light

appear on the in-

strument panel.
In this case, the ESC and traction

control system are deactivated. Consult

an authorised dealer.

2.26

The traction control system offers ad-

ditional safety. It is recommended that

you do not drive with the function di-

sabled. Correct this as soon as pos-

sible by pressing the switch 1 again.
Note: the function is reactivated auto-

matically when the ignition is switched

on or when a speed of approximately

24 mph (40 km/h) is exceeded.

Emergency brake assist

This system supplements the ABS

and helps reduce vehicle stopping dis-

tances.

Operating principle
The system is for detecting an emer-

gency braking situation. In this case,

the braking assistance immediately de-

velops maximum power and may trig-

ger ABS regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as long as

the brake pedal is applied.

Hazard warning lights switching on

Depending on the vehicle, these may

light up in the event of sudden decel-

eration.

Operating faults

When the system detects an operat-

ing fault the message “Check brak-

ing system” appears on the instrument
panel along with the

warning

light.
Consult an approved dealer.

Braking anticipation

Depending on the vehicle, when you

rapidly release the accelerator, the

system anticipates the braking ma-

noeuvre in order to reduce stopping

distances.
Special cases

When using the cruise control:

– if you use the accelerator, when you

release it, the system may be trig-

gered;

– if you do not use the accelerator, the

system will not be triggered.

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(3/4)

Disabling the traction control

system
In some situations (driving on very wet

ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with

snow chains fitted), the system may

reduce the engine output to limit wheel-

spin. If this is not required, it is possible

to deactivate the function by pressing

switch 1.
The message “Traction control off” is

displayed on the instrument panel to

inform you.

2.27

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(4/4)

Hill start assistance

This device assists the driver when

starting on hills (ascending or descend-

ing). It prevents the vehicle from rolling

forwards or backwards by automatically

applying the brakes when the driver lifts

their foot off the brake pedal to depress

the accelerator pedal.

System operation
It only operates when the gear lever is

in a position other than neutral (other

than N or P for automatic transmis-

sions) and the vehicle is completely

stationary (brake pedal depressed).
The system holds the vehicle for ap-

proximately 2 seconds. The brakes are

then gradually released (the vehicle will

move according to the slope).

The hill start assistance

system cannot completely

prevent the vehicle from

rolling backwards in all sit-

uations (extremely steep gradients,

etc.).
In all cases, the driver may depress

the brake pedal to prevent the ve-

hicle from rolling forwards or back-

wards.
The hill start assistance function

should not be used for prolonged

stops: use the brake pedal.
This function is not designed to im-

mobilise the vehicle permanently.
If necessary, use the brake pedal to

stop the vehicle.
The driver must remain particularly

vigilant when driving on slippery or

low-grip surfaces and/or on hills.
Risk of serious injury.

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