Renault Megane (2018 year). Manual

2.72

Automatic deactivation of the

parking distance control

The system deactivates:
– when the vehicle speed is above ap-

proximately 6 mph (10 km/h);

– depending on the model, when the

vehicle is stationary for more than

approximately 5 seconds and an ob-

stacle is detected (such as when in a

traffic jam, etc.);

– when the vehicle is in neutral for

manual gearboxes, or in position N

or P for automatic gearboxes.

PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL

(5/5)

Operating faults

When the system detects an operating

fault, a beep sounds for approximately

3 seconds each time reverse gear is se-

lected and is accompanied by the mes-

sage “Check parking sensor” shown on

the instrument panel. Please consult an

authorised dealer.

2.73

REVERSING CAMERA

(1/2)

The 1 rear view camera is located on

the luggage compartment lid.

Special feature

Make sure that the 1 camera is not ob-

scured (by dirt, mud, snow, condensa-

tion etc.).

This function is an additional aid. It cannot, therefore, under any circum-

stances replace the vigilance or the responsibility of the driver.

The driver should always be ready for sudden incidents while driving:

always ensure that there are no small, narrow moving obstacles (such

as a child, animal, pushchair, bicycle, stone, post etc.) in the blind spot when ma-

noeuvring.

2.74

4 moving guide line:

This is shown in blue on the multime-

dia screen 2. It indicates the vehicle tra-

jectory according to the position of the

steering wheel.

Activating, deactivating the

reversing camera

From the multimedia screen 2, select

“Vehicle”, “Parking assistance”, “Rear

view camera”. Activate or deactivate

the reversing camera and confirm your

choice.

You can also adjust the camera image

settings (brightness, contrast, etc.)

REVERSING CAMERA

(2/2)

The screen shows a reverse mirror

image.

Objects which appear on the edge

of the screen may be deformed.

In very bright light (snow, vehicle in

sunshine etc.), the camera vision

may be adversely affected.

If the boot is open or poorly closed,

the message “Boot open” appears

and the camera display disappears.

Fixed clearance gauge 3

The fixed clearance gauge comprises

coloured markers A, B and C, indicat-

ing the distance behind the vehicle:

– A (red) approximately 30 centime-

tres from the vehicle;

– B (yellow) approximately 70 centime-

tres from the vehicle;

– C (green) approximately 150 centi-

metres from the vehicle.

This gauge remains fixed and indicates

the vehicle trajectory if the wheels are

in line with the vehicle.

Operation

When reversing, the camera transmits

a view of the surroundings to the rear

of the vehicle to the screen 2 accompa-

nied by one or two clearance gauges 3

et 4 (mobile and fixed). This system

is initially used with the aid of several

gauges (mobile for trajectory and fixed

for distance). When the red zone is

reached, use the bumper image to stop

accurately.

The frames are a representation projected onto flat ground; this information must

not be taken into account when superimposed on a vertical object or an object

on the ground.

2.75

ASSISTED PARKING

(1/4)

This function assists with parking ma-

noeuvres.
Take your hands off the steering wheel.

You only control the pedals and the

gear lever.
You can retake control at any time by

operating the steering wheel.

Switching on

With the vehicle stationary or driv-

ing at less than approximately 19 mph

(30 km/h), press the switch 1. The warn-

ing light integrated on switch 1 lights up

and screen 2 appears on the multime-

dia screen.

Special features

Ensure that the ultrasonic sensors indi-

cated by arrows 3 are not obscured (by

dirt, mud, snow, etc.).

2.76

Choice of manoeuvre

The system can perform four types of

manoeuvres:
– parallel parking;
– perpendicular parking;
– angle parking;
– moving out of a parallel parking

space.

From the multimedia screen, select the

manoeuvre you wish to perform.
Note: when starting the vehicle, or after

having successfully completed parallel

parking using the system, the default

manoeuvre proposed by the system is

assistance in exiting a parallel parking

space. In other cases, the default ma-

noeuvre can be set from the multimedia

screen.

ASSISTED PARKING

(2/4)

Operation

Parking
As long as the vehicle speed is less

than 20 mph (30 km/h), the system

looks for available parking spaces on

both sides of the vehicle.
Once a space has been found, it is dis-

played on the multimedia screen, indi-

cated by a small letter “P". Drive slowly,

with the indicators activated on the side

of the space, until the message “Stop”

is displayed, alongside a beep.
The space is then indicated on the mul-

timedia screen by a capital “P".
– Stop the vehicle;
– select reverse gear.

Warning light



lights up on the in-

strument panel, along with a beep.
– release the steering wheel;
– follow the system instructions on the

multimedia screen.

Your speed should not exceed around 4

mph (7 km/h).

Once the warning light



on the

instrument panel goes off and a beep

sounds, the manoeuvre has been com-

pleted.

2.77

ASSISTED PARKING

(3/4)

Your speed should not exceed around

4 mph (7 km/h).

Once in position to exit the space, the

system will notify you of the end of the

manoeuvre.

Once the warning light



on the

instrument panel goes off and a beep

sounds, the manoeuvre has been com-

pleted.

Suspending the manoeuvre

The manoeuvre is suspended in the fol-

lowing circumstances:

– you take control of the wheel;

– a door or the boot is opened;

– the vehicle is at a standstill for too

long;

– an obstacle in the direction of move-

ment prevents the manoeuvre from

being completed;

– the engine will stop.

Once the warning light



on the

instrument panel goes off and a beep

sounds, the manoeuvre has been sus-

pended. Then to resume the manoeu-

vre, press and hold the system activa-

tion switch.

In this case, the reason for suspending

the manoeuvre will be displayed on the

multimedia screen.
Make sure:

– you have released the steering wheel

and;

– that all doors and the boot are closed,

and;

– that no obstacles are in the way of

the direction of movement, and;

– that the engine is started.

Cancelling the manoeuvre

The manoeuvre can be stopped in the

following cases:

– by pressing the system activation

switch;

– the vehicle speed has exceeded

4 mph (7 km/h);

– You have performed more than ten

forwards/backwards movements in

one manoeuvre;

– the parking distance control sensors

are dirty or blocked;

– the vehicle wheels have skidded.

Once the warning light



on the

instrument panel goes off and a beep

sounds, the manoeuvre has been com-

pleted.

Exiting a parallel parking space
– Select “exit parallel parking space”

mode;

– activate the direction indicator on the

side you wish to go out of;

– press and hold switch 1 (around

2 seconds).

Warning light



lights up on the in-

strument panel, along with a beep.

– release the steering wheel;

– go forwards and backwards using

the parking distance control system

alerts.

2.78

ASSISTED PARKING

(4/4)

This function is an additional driving aid. This function is not under any circumstances intended to replace the due care

and attention of the driver, who should at all times be in control of the vehicle.
Make sure that the manoeuvre complies with the applicable traffic regulations at your location.

– The driver should always look out for sudden hazards during driving: always ensure that there are no moving obstacles

(such as a child, animal, pram, bicycle, etc.) or small, narrow objects such as stones or posts in your path when manoeu-

vring.

– The system cannot detect objects located in the sensor blind spots.
– During manoeuvring, the steering wheel may turn quickly: do not place your hands inside the wheel, and ensure nothing is

located in this space.

– Always visually check that the parking space proposed by the system is still available and contains no obstacles.
– The system should be deactivated when towing a trailer.

2.79

Operation

With the selection lever 1 in position P,

switch on the ignition.
To move out of position P, you must de-

press the brake pedal before pressing

the unlocking button 2.
With your foot on the brake pedal (warn-

ing light

on the display goes out),

move the lever out of position P.
Only engage D or R when the vehi-

cle is stopped, with your foot on the

brake and the accelerator pedal re-

leased.

Selector lever 1

P: park
R: reverse
N: Neutral
D: automatic mode
M: manual mode
+: upper gear
–: lower gear
The gear engaged is displayed on the

instrument panel B and on the dis-

play A.
Note: Press button 2 to go from posi-

tion D or N to R or P.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

(1/3)

Gear shift paddles 3

(depending on the vehicle)

The paddles 3 enable you to change

gear while the gear lever is in “manual

mode” position or, if driving, in “auto-

matic mode” position.
P, N and R are not accessible using the

paddles.

2.80

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

(2/3)

Driving in manual mode

With the selector lever in position D,

move the lever to the left into the M po-

sition. Shifting the lever or the paddles

repeatedly allows you to change gears

manually:

– to move down through the gears,

push the lever forwards or press the

left-hand paddle;

– to move up through the gears, push

the lever backwards or press the

right-hand paddle.

The gear selected is displayed on the

instrument panel.

Special cases

In certain driving conditions (for exam-

ple, engine protection, operation of the

Electronic Stability Programme: the au-

tomatic system may change gear auto-

matically. Likewise, to prevent incorrect

manoeuvres, a gear change may be re-

fused by the automatic system: in this

case the gear display flashes for a few

seconds as a warning.

Special circumstances

– If the bends and road surface do

not allow you to stay in automatic

mode (e.g. in the mountains), we

recommend that you change to

manual mode. This will prevent the

automatic gearbox from changing

gear repeatedly when climbing, and

permit engine braking on long de-

scents.

Driving in automatic mode

Put lever 1 into position D.
In most road conditions you will en-

counter, you will not need to touch your

lever again: the gears will change au-

tomatically at the right time and at the

most suitable engine speed because

the automatic system takes into ac-

count the vehicle load and road contour

and adjusts itself to the particular driv-

ing style you have chosen.

Economical driving
When driving, always leave the lever

in position D, keeping the accelerator

pedal lightly depressed to ensure auto-

matic gear changes at a lower engine

speed.

Accelerating and overtaking
Depress the accelerator pedal firmly

and fully (so that it goes beyond the

kickdown point).
This will enable you to change down

to the optimum gear within the

engine range.

When facing uphill, to remain

stopped, do not keep your foot on

the accelerator.
Risk of overheating the automatic

gearbox.

2.81

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

(3/3)

Parking the vehicle

When the vehicle is stopped, move the

lever to position P while keeping your

foot on the brake pedal: the gearbox is

in neutral and the drive wheels are me-

chanically locked by the driveshaft.
Apply the handbrake or, depending

on the vehicle, ensure that the elec-

tronic parking brake is applied.

When activated, in the event that the

lever is stuck in P, depress the brake

paddle. It is possible to free the lever

manually. To do this, unclip the base of

the lever, then insert a tool (rigid rod)

into the slot 4 and press simultaneously

on the button 2 in order to unlick the

lever.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon

as possible.

Operating faults

– when driving, if the message

“Check auto gearbox” appears on

the instrument panel, it indicates a

failure.
Contact your approved Dealer as

soon as possible;

– when driving, if the message

“Gearbox overheating” appears on

the instrument panel, stop as soon

as possible to let the gearbox cool

down and wait for the message to

disappear;

– If a vehicle with an automatic

gearbox breaks down, refer to the

information on “Towing” in Section 5.

For safety reasons, do not

switch off the ignition before

the vehicle has come to a

complete standstill.

An impact to the under-

side of the vehicle while

manoeuvring (e.g.: strik-

ing a post, raised kerb or

other street furniture) may result in

damage to the vehicle (e.g.: defor-

mation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have

your vehicle checked by an ap-

proved Dealer.

3.1

Section 3: Your comfort

Multi-Sense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2

Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.4

Manual air conditioning/heating system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.6

Automatic climate control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.9

Air conditioning: information and advice on use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.19

Outside air quality and deodorisation functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.21

Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.22

Electric sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.24

Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.27

Sun visor/blinds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.29

Passenger compartment storage/fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.30

Accessories socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.34

Ashtray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.34

Cigarette lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.34

Rear headrests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.36

Rear bench seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.38

Luggage compartment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.40

Rear parcel shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.44

Luggage cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.45

Luggage net. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.46

Luggage compartment storage space/fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.48

Transporting objects in the luggage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.53

Transporting objects: towbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.54

Roof bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.55

Multimedia equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.57

3.2

MULTI-SENSE

(1/2)

Depending on the mode selected and

depending on the vehicle, the Multi-

Sense system controls the driving,

the ambient lighting, and the tone and

smoothness of the engine:

– modes Sport, Eco, Neutral and

Comfort are preset and associated

with customisable light environments

and engine noise;

– mode Perso is fully customisable.
The drive modes affect the:

– power-assisted steering;

– the rear wheel steering;

– engine and gearbox responsiveness;

– heating level.
They also affect the:

– the light environment and the instru-

ment panel lighting;

– the information on the instrument

panel and multimedia screen;

– engine noise;

– massage seat.
After each start-up, the vehicle uses the

mode set at the time the engine was

last switched off.

Mode Eco

Mode Eco is geared towards saving

energy and the environment. The

steering is smooth, engine and gearbox

management enable fuel consumption

to be lowered. Air conditioning is man-

aged to be used only when necessary.
Please refer to the information on

“Driving advice, Eco-driving” in

Section 2.
Note: for vehicles without ECOmode,

the Comfort mode becomes the most

suitable mode in terms of energy econ-

omy and respect for the environment.

Mode Neutral

Default mode, mode Neutral selects the

vehicle factory settings.

Multi-Sense

Sport

Eco

Neutral

Comfort

Perso

Sport mode

This mode permits an increased re-

sponsiveness from the engine and the

gearbox. The steering is firmer.
Note: depending on the vehicle, this

mode can inhibit the Stop and Start

(refer to the information on the "Stop

and Start Function" in section 2).

In any mode, you can change the colour of the ambient lighting as well as the

format of the information displayed on the instrument panel and multimedia

screen. You can also reset to the default settings.
Please refer to the multimedia equipment instructions.

3.3

MULTI-SENSE

(2/2)

Accessing the menu

You can access Multi-Sense, depend-

ing on the vehicle:

– from the multimedia screen 1. Select

the Vehicle menu, then Multi-Sense;

– using switch 2;

– depending on the vehicle, by press-

ing the 3 Eco button which automati-

cally starts Eco mode, or the 3 R.S

Drive button which automatically

starts Sport mode. In both cases

this opens the "Multi-Sense" menu

on the multimedia screen 1 for a few

seconds.

Mode Comfort

This mode favours smooth steering.

The interior environment is softened.

Depending on the vehicle, the driver’s

seat massage function is activated.

Mode Perso

This mode enables you to manually

configure the drive, comfort, light envi-

ronment and engine noise.

Depending on the vehicle, once the

“Multi-Sense" menu is displayed on the

multimedia screen 1, pressing switch 2

enables you to toggle between the two

preferential modes you have selected.

Refer to the handbook for the equip-

ment.

Stopping the engine in Sport

mode, or Perso mode with

engine setting in Sport mode.
When you restart the vehicle, a mes-

sage asks you if you wish to keep

the engine setting in Sportmode.

3.4

AIR VENTS: air outlets

(1/2)

1  side window demister outlets
2  side air vents
3  windscreen demister outlet
4  centre air vents
5  footwell heater outlets for front pas-

sengers

6 multimedia screen

7 footwell heater outlets for rear pas-

sengers

8 centre console air vents

3.5

Air flow
Turn control knob 9:



: maximum air flow;



: closed.

To remove bad odours from your ve-

hicles, only use the systems designed

for this purpose. Consult an approved

Dealer.

AIR VENTS: air outlets

(2/2)

Front seats

Direction

Right/left direction
Move cursor 8.

Up/down direction
Move cursor 8.

Do not add anything to the

vehicle’s ventilation circuit

(for example, to remove

bad odours).

There is a risk of damage or of

fire.

Rear seats

Right/left direction
Move cursor 11.

Up/down direction
Move cursor 11.

Air flow
Turn control knob 10:
up: maximum flow;
down: closed.

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