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Renault Megane Hatchback (2015 year). Manual - part 13

5.9

Remove the wheel trim using hubcap

tool 1 (located in the tool kit) by en-

gaging the hook in the opening near

valve 2.
To refit it, align it with valve 2. Push the

retaining hooks in fully, starting with

side A near the valve, followed by B

and C, finishing at D opposite the valve.
NB: if you are using anti-theft bolts,

please refer to the information on

“Changing a wheel”.

WHEEL TRIMS - WHEEL

Do not leave the tools un-

secured inside the vehicle

as they may come loose

under braking. After use,

check that all the tools are correctly

clipped into the tool kit, then position

it correctly in its housing: there is a

risk of injury.

If wheel bolts are supplied in the

tool kit, only use these bolts for the

emergency spare wheel: refer to the

label affixed to the emergency spare

wheel.

The jack is designed for wheel

changing purposes only. Under no

circumstances should it be used for

carrying out repairs underneath the

vehicle or to gain access to the un-

derside of the vehicle.

5.10

Offer up the jack 4 horizontally; the jack

head must be lined up with jacking

point 1 located on the underside of the

sill, closest to the wheel concerned, as

shown by arrow 2.
Start cranking the jack up by hand to

align the base plate (which should be

pushed slightly under the vehicle).
Turn the wheelbrace until the wheel lifts

off the ground.

Switch on the hazard warn-

ing lights.
Keep the vehicle away from

traffic and on a level surface

where it will not slip.
Apply the parking brake and engage

a gear (first or reverse, or P for auto-

matic transmissions).

Ask all the passengers to leave the

vehicle and keep them away from

traffic.

CHANGING A WHEEL

(1/2)

To prevent any risk of injury

or damage to the vehicle,

only crank the jack until the

wheel you are replacing is

a maximum of 3 centimetres off the

ground.

If the vehicle is parked on

the hard shoulder, you must

warn other road users of

your vehicle’s presence

with a warning triangle or with other

devices as per the legislation apply-

ing to the country you are in.

Vehicles equipped with a jack

and wheelbrace

If necessary, remove the wheel trim.
Use the wheelbrace 3 to slacken off the

wheel bolts. Position it so as to be able

to push from above.

If the vehicle is not equipped with a

jack or wheelbrace, you can obtain

these from your approved dealer.

5.11

Undo the bolts and take off the wheel.
Fit the emergency spare wheel onto

the hub and rotate it until the mounting

holes in the wheel coincide with those

of the hub.
If bolts are supplied with the emergency

spare wheel, only use these bolts for

the emergency spare wheel. Tighten

the bolts, checking that the wheel is

correctly positioned on its hub and

lower the jack.
With the wheel on the ground, tighten

the bolts fully and have the tightness

of the bolts checked (tightening torque:

110 N.m) and the emergency spare

wheel pressure checked as soon as

possible.

CHANGING A WHEEL

(2/2)

Anti-theft bolt
If you use anti-theft bolts, fit these

nearest the valve (wheel trim may

not be able to fit).

If you have a puncture, re-

place the wheel as soon as

possible.
A tyre which has been punc-

tured should always be inspected

(and repaired, where possible) by a

specialist.

5.12

TYRES

(1/3)

Maintaining the tyres

The tyres must be in good condition

and the tread form must have sufficient

depth; tyres approved by our Technical

Department have wear warning strips 1

that are indicators moulded into the

tread at several points.

The tyres are the only contact between

the vehicle and the road, so it is essen-

tial to keep them in good condition.

You must make sure that your tyres

conform to local road traffic regulations.

When the tyre tread has been worn to

the level of the wear indicators, they

become visible 2: it is then necessary

to replace your tyres because the tread

rubber is no more than 1.6 mm deep,

resulting in poor roadholding on wet

roads.
An overloaded vehicle, long journeys

by motorway, particularly in very hot

weather, or continual driving on poorly

surfaced minor roads will lead to more

rapid tyre wear and affect safety.

Incidents which occur when

driving, such as striking the

kerb, may damage the tyres

and wheel rims, and could

also lead to misalignment of the

front or rear axle geometry. In this

case, have the condition of these

checked by an approved dealer.

For your safety and to

comply with the law.
When they need to be re-

placed, only tyres of the

same make, size, type and profile

should be used on a single axle.
They must: either have a load ca-

pacity and speed rating at least

equal to those of the original

tyres, or conform to those recom-

mended by an authorised dealer.
Failure to heed these instructions

could endanger your safety and

affect your vehicle’s roadworthi-

ness.
Risk of loss of control of the ve-

hicle.

5.13

Tyre pressures

Adhere to the tyre pressures (including

the emergency spare wheel). The tyre

pressures should be checked at least

once a month and additionally before

any long journey (refer to the label af-

fixed to the edge of the driver’s door).

Pressures should be checked when the

tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures

which may be reached in hot weather

or following a fast journey.
If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, the normal

pressures must be increased by 0.2 to

0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).
Never deflate a hot tyre.

Special note

Depending on the vehicle, there may

be an adapter which needs to be posi-

tioned on the valve before air is added.

Fitting new tyres

Emergency spare wheel

Refer to the information on the

“Emergency spare wheel” and in-

structions on “Changing a wheel” in

Section 5.

Changing wheels around

This practice is not recommended.

TYRES

(2/3)

Incorrect tyre pressures

lead to abnormal tyre wear

and unusually hot running.

These are factors which

may seriously affect safety and lead

to:
– poor road holding,
– risk of bursting or tread separa-

tion.

The pressure depends on the load

and the speed of use. Adjust the

pressure according to the condi-

tions of use (refer to the label affixed

to the edge of the driver’s door).

Please be aware that a

poorly tightened or miss-

ing valve cap can make the

tyres less airtight and lead

to pressure loss.
Always use valve caps identical to

those fitted originally and tighten

them fully.

For safety reasons, this op-

eration must be carried out

by a specialist.
Fitting different tyres may

change your vehicle as follows:
– It may mean that your vehicle no

longer conforms to current regu-

lations;

– It may change the way it handles

when cornering;

– It may cause the steering to be

heavy;

– It may affect the use of snow

chains.

5.14

Use in winter

Chains
For safety reasons, fitting snow

chains to the rear axle is strictly for-

bidden.
Chains cannot be fitted to tyres which

are larger than those originally fitted to

the vehicle.
Snow or Winter tyres
We would recommend that these be

fitted to all four wheels to ensure that

your vehicle retains maximum adhe-

sion.
Warning: These tyres sometimes have

a specific direction of rotation and a

maximum speed index which may be

lower than the maximum speed of your

vehicle.

TYRES

(3/3)

In all cases, we would recommend

that you contact an approved dealer

who will be able to advise you on

the choice of equipment which is

most suitable for your vehicle.

Changing a wheel
As the tyre pressure moni-

tor may take several min-

utes following driving to cor-

rectly determine the positions of the

wheels and the pressure values,

check the tyre pressures following

any operation.

18” wheels cannot be

fitted with chains.
If you wish to fit snow

chains, you must use spe-

cial equipment.
Consult an approved Dealer.

Studded tyres
This type of equipment may only be

used for a limited period and as laid

down by local legislation. It is neces-

sary to observe the speed specified by

current legislation.
These tyres must, at a minimum, be

fitted to the two front wheels.

5.15

Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it

by its base.

When the bulb has been changed,

make sure you refit the cover correctly.

Direction indicator lights

Rotate the bulb holder B to unlock it.

Bulb type: PY21W.

FRONT HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs

(1/3)

After opening the bonnet, pull tool A

upwards. Remove the two screws 1

from the headlight using the A tool.
Pull the headlight forwards, sliding it in

its rails up to the end stop.
After refitting the light, tighten the

screws 1 and reposition the tool A cor-

rectly in its housing.

Dipped beams

Halogen dipped beam headlight

Unlock the two springs D, remove

the cover, then unclip the spring 3 to

remove the bulb 4.

Bulb type: H7.
It is essential to use anti U.V. 55W

bulbs so as not to damage the plastic

on the headlights.

Due to the danger involved

in handling high-voltage de-

vices, this type of bulb must

be replaced by an approved

dealer.

Before performing any action in the engine compartment, the ignition

must be switched off by pressing the engine stop button (please see the

information on “Starting, stopping the engine” in Section 2).

5.16

The engine may be hot

when carrying out opera-

tions in close proximity. In

addition, the engine cooling

fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.

To comply with current legislation,

or as a precaution, you can obtain

an emergency kit from an appro-

ved dealer containing a set of spare

bulbs and fuses.

FRONT HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs

(2/3)

Daytime running light

Remove the cover C, unlock the bulb

holder 2 by rotating it.

Bulb type: P21W.

Main beam headlight

Remove the cover E, press the bulb

holder 5 downwards to unlock it.

Bulb type: H7.

Front side light

Remove the cover E and pull the bulb

holder 6.
Bulb type: W5W.

Discharge bulb dipped beam

headlight

Bulb type: D1S.

Due to the danger involved

in handling high-voltage de-

vices, this type of bulb must

be replaced by an approved

dealer.

Before performing any

action in the engine com-

partment, the ignition must

be switched off by pressing

the engine stop button (please see

the information on “Starting, stop-

ping the engine” in Section 2).

5.17

FRONT HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs

(3/3)

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.
Risk of injury.

Daytime running lights 7

Please see an authorised dealer.

Front fog lights 8

The front bumper needs to be removed;

consult an approved Dealer.

Additional lights

If you wish to fit fog lights or long range

headlights to your vehicle, consult an

approved Dealer.

Any operation on (or mo-

dification to) the electri-

cal system must be perfor-

med by an approved dealer

since an incorrect connection might

damage the electrical equipment

(harness, components and in par-

ticular the alternator). In addition,

your Dealer has all the parts requi-

red for fitting these units.

5.18

REAR LIGHTS AND INDICATOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs

(1/6)

– loosen nut 1, press down on it to

release the front of the light (move-

ment A) then remove the nut;

– from the outside, pull the light to-

wards you (movement B);

– remove the bulb holder 3 by re-

leasing the clips 4.

Direction indicator lights 5
Bulb type: PY21W.
Side light and brake light 6
Bulb type: P21/5W.

Refitting
To refit, proceed in the reverse order,

taking care not to damage the wiring.

Five-door versions

Direction indicator lights/brake and

side lights
– Unclip the cover to access nuts 1

and 2;

– unscrew nut 2 without removing it

completely;

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.
Risk of injury.

5.19

REAR LIGHTS AND INDICATOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs

(2/6)

Five-door versions

(continued)

Fog lights/side lights and reversing

lights
– From the luggage compartment,

unclip flap 7, then remove the

bolts 8.

– Lower the tailgate, then pull light 9

towards the rear to release it.

– Unscrew the bulb holder for the bulb

concerned.

Reversing light 10
Bulb type: W16W.
Fog light (left or right-hand side)/

side light 11
Bulb type: P21/4W.

5.20

Three-door versions

– Unclip the access flap;
– unscrew nuts 12 and 13;
– from the outside, remove bolt 14,

then pull on the light;

– remove the bulb holder by releasing

the clips 15;

16 Side light/stop light

Bulb type: P21/5W.

17 Direction indicator light

Bulb type: PY21W.

18 Reversing light

Bulb type: P21W.

Fog light (left or right-hand side)
Undo bulb holder 19, turning it towards

the centre of the vehicle by accessing it

from underneath.
Bulb type: P21W.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.
Risk of injury.

REAR LIGHTS AND INDICATOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs

(3/6)

5.21

REAR LIGHTS AND INDICATOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs

(4/6)

Sport tourer Versions

Side lights/reversing lights and fog

lights
– From the luggage compartment,

unclip flap 20 (movement C), then

remove the bolts .

– Lower the tailgate, then pull light 21

towards the rear to release it.

– Turn the bulb holder of the bulb

concerned a quarter of a turn.

Side light 22
Bulb type: W5W.
Reversing light 23
Bulb type: P21W.
Fog light (left or right-hand side) 24
Bulb type: H21W.

Refitting
To refit, proceed in the reverse order,

taking care not to damage the wiring.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.
Risk of injury.

5.22

REAR LIGHTS AND INDICATOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs

(5/6)

Side light and brake light 28
Bulb type: P21/5W.
Direction indicator lights 29
Bulb type: PY21W.

Estate versions

(continued)

Brake and side lights/direction

indicator lights
– Unclip covers 25 to access the nuts;
– unscrew the 2 nuts;
– from the outside, pull the light to-

wards you;

– remove the bulb holder 27 by re-

leasing the clips 26.

5.23

REAR LIGHTS AND INDICATOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs

(6/6)

Indicator lights 33

– Unclip indicator light 33 (using a flat-

blade screwdriver type tool positio-

ned at D to move the indicator light

towards the front of the vehicle);

– turn the bulb holder a quarter of a

turn and take out the bulb.

Bulb type: W5W.

Number plate lights 32

– Unclip light 32 by pressing tab 31;
– remove the light cover to gain access

to the bulb.

Bulb type: W5W.

High level brake light 30

Consult an approved Dealer.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.
Risk of injury.

5.24

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.
Risk of injury.

INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing bulbs

(1/2)

Courtesy light

– Position the 3 switches in the central

position;

– move the courtesy light backwards

(movement A) then tilt the front

downwards (movement B);

– when removing the courtesy light,

ensure that you do not pull the elec-

trical wires;

– unclip the lens 1;
Note: to remove the defective bulb, you

can use a flat-blade screwdriver or sim-

ilar.
Bulb type: W5W.

Glove box light

Open the access cover 3, you can then

unclip the bulb holder more easily 4.
Bulb type: C5W.

Door lights

Unclip light 2 (using a flat-blade screw-

driver or similar).
Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn

and take out the bulb.
Bulb type: W5W.

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