Renault Megane Coupe (2016 year). Manual — part 11

3.26

Removal

Unhook the two cords 1 (tailgate side).

Do not place any objects,

especially heavy or hard

objects, on the parcel shelf.

These may pose a risk to

the vehicle occupants if the driver

has to brake suddenly or if the vehi-

cle is involved in an accident.

Lift rear parcel shelf 2 slightly and pull it

towards you.
To refit it, proceed in reverse order to

removal.

REAR PARCEL SHELF

1

2

Unclip mountings 3 on either side of

the parcel shelf, then remove the parcel

shelf via the luggage compartment.
To refit it, proceed in the reverse order

to removal.

3

3.27

To remove the flexible

section of the luggage cover

Pull handle 1 gently to release the pins

from their mounting points located on

each side of the luggage compartment.
Guide the luggage cover onto the roller.

Removing the luggage cover

Push the luggage compartment cover

to the left (movement A) and lift the

right-hand side of the inertia reel (move-

ment B).
To refit the luggage compartment cover,

insert the left-hand side, then push it to

the left (movement A) and lower the

right-hand side of the inertia reel into its

housing.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT COVER: estate models

1

B

A

Do not place any heavy or solid objects on the luggage cover. These may

pose a risk to the vehicle occupants if the driver has to brake suddenly or

if the vehicle is involved in an accident.

3.28

Anchorage points

(Three- and five-seater versions)
Hooks 2 located on each corner of the

luggage compartment, allow the load to

be secured.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS

(1/3)

Storage under carpet 1

(depending on vehicle)
To open, fold back carpet A.

2

2

Always place objects being trans-

ported so that the heaviest items

are resting against the back of the

rear bench seat.

Side straps

Side straps 3 are located either side of

the luggage compartment, and can be

used to store an oil can.

3

A

1

3.29

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS

(2/3)

Storage under carpet

(sport tourer version)
To access storage compartments 7,

fold back section B using handle 4 and,

depending on the vehicle, lift flap 6.

B

4

7

5

Anchorage points

(sport tourer version)
Hooks 5, located on either side of the

luggage compartment, allow the load to

be secured.

6

3.30

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT STORAGE SPACE AND FITTINGS

(3/3)

Separating the luggage

compartment

(sport tourer version)
The loading area can be separated.
Turn locks 8 situated on either side of

the luggage compartment to the first

notch. Lift divider C using handle 4;

when the bolts make contact, push the

divider and it will lock.
Maximum weight: 20 kg.

On the back there is an elastic strip 9 to

hold small objects vertically in position.

8

4

C

C

9

Always place objects being trans-

ported so that the heaviest items

are resting against the back of the

rear bench seat.

3.31

TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE BOOT

Always position the objects transported

so that the largest surface is against:

– The rear bench seatback for normal

loads (example A).

– The front seatbacks with the rear

seatbacks folded down, the mobile

floor in the flat-floor position (exam-

ple B).

If you have to place objects on the folded

seatback, it is necessary that you lower

the headrests before folding the seat-

back so that it can be folded as flat as

possible against the seat.

B

A

Always position the heavi-

est items directly on the

floor. Use the lashing

points 1 on the boot floor, if

these are fitted to the vehicle. The

luggage should be loaded in such a

way that no items will be thrown for-

ward and strike the occupants if the

driver has to brake suddenly. Fasten

the rear seat belts, even if the seats

are not occupied.

1

3.32

TRANSPORTING OBJECTS towbar

B

Three-door version B = 872 mm
Five-door version B = 867 mm
Estate version B = 1,070 mm

If the towbar ball obscures the regis-

tration plate or the rear fog lights, it

should be removed when not in use.
In all cases, comply with local leg-

islation.

Permissible nose weight, maxi-

mum permissible towing weight,

braked and unbraked: refer to

the information on “Weights” in

Section 6.
Choice and fitting of towing

equipment
Maximum weight of towing equip-

ment:

– three-door version: 26 kg;

– five-door version: 15 kg;

– estate version: 25 kg.
For fitting and conditions of use,

refer to the equipment’s fitting in-

structions.

Please keep these instructions with

the rest of the vehicle documenta-

tion.

3.33

TRANSPORTING OBJECTS: luggage net

(1/2)

Luggage net A

On equipped vehicles, this can be used

when transporting animals or luggage,

to separate them from the passenger

section.
It can be positioned:
– behind the front seats;
– behind the rear bench seat.

Fitting the luggage net

behind the front seats

Inside the vehicle on each side:
– lift cover 1 to access the upper

mounting ring of the net;

– fix the net belt hook onto the ring;

– to access the lower mounting 2

for the net the first time you use it,

contact an approved Dealer;

– once you have accessed the lower

mounting, attach the hook 2 of the

net strap to the ring;

– adjust the net strap so that it is taut.

A

2

1

The luggage net is desig-

ned to retain a maximum

weight of 10 kg.
Risk of injury.

3.34

TRANSPORTING OBJECTS: luggage net

(2/2)

– in the luggage compartment, fix the

lower mounting strap hook on the

net to the anchorage point 4 loca-

ted under the luggage compartment

carpet;

– adjust the net strap so that it is taut.

A

4

3

Fitting the luggage net

behind the rear bench seat

Inside the vehicle on each side:
– Lift cover 3 to access the upper

mounting ring of the net;

– fix the net belt hook onto the ring;

The luggage net is desig-

ned to retain a maximum

weight of 10 kg.
Risk of injury.

3.35

ROOF BARS: ACCESS TO FIXING POINTS

Five-seater and sport tourer

versions

Open the doors to access the mount-

ing points 1.

For information on the range of

equipment adapted to your vehi-

cle, we advise you to consult an ap-

proved Dealer.
Refer to the fitting instructions for in-

formation on how to fit roof bars and

conditions of use.
Please keep these instructions with

the rest of the vehicle documenta-

tion.
Maximum permissible load on

roof rack: refer to the information

on “Weights” in Section 6.

1

Sport tourer versions
For vehicles fitted with original roof

bars, the roof bars are fixed and

must not be removed. To change

them contact an approved Dealer.

If original roof bars, ap-

proved by our Technical

Department, are supplied

with screws, only use these

screws for attaching the roof bars to

the vehicle.

Three door version

The fitting of roof bars is prohibited on

three door versions.

3.36

MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT

Multimedia systems

The equipment described below may

or may not be fitted to the vehicle, and

its location may vary, depending on the

vehicle navigation system version.
1 Multimedia display;

2 Radio;

3 Central control;

4 Multimedia sockets;

5 Steering column control;

6 Microphone.

Refer to the equipment instructions

for information on how to operate

this equipment.

6

Using the telephone
We remind you of the need

to conform to the legislation

in force concerning the use

of such equipment.

Hands-free telephone

integrated control

On equipped vehicles, use micro-

phone 6 and steering column control 5.

1

2

3

4

5

4.1

Section 4: Maintenance

Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.2

Engine oil level: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4

general information, use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4

Engine oil level: topping up/filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.6

Oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.8

Levels: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.9

engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.9

brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.10

windscreen/headlight washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.11

Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11

Tyre Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.14

Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.16

Interior trim maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.18

4.2

Unlocking the bonnet catch

To release it, lift tab 2.

Opening the bonnet

Lift the bonnet; you will need to guide it

as it is held by a strut.

To open, pull handle 1, located on the

left-hand side of the dashboard.

BONNET

(1/2)

2

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.

1

Do not press down on the

bonnet: there is a risk that

the bonnet may accidentally

close.

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).

4.3

BONNET

(2/2)

Closing the bonnet

Check that nothing has been left in the

engine compartment.
To close the bonnet again, hold the

bonnet in the middle and guide it down,

allowing a 30 cm gap before it is closed,

then release it. It will latch automatically

under its own weight.

Ensure that the bonnet is

properly locked.
Check that nothing is pre-

venting the catch from lock-

ing (gravel, cloth, etc.).

After carrying out any work

in the engine compart-

ment, check that nothing

has been left behind (cloth,

tools, etc.).

These may damage the engine or

cause a fire.

In the event of even a slight

impact involving the radia-

tor grille or bonnet, have the

bonnet lock checked by an

authorised dealer as soon as pos-

sible.

4.4

ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information

(1/2)

Minimum oil level warning on

the instrument panel

When the message “Checking control

functions” is displayed, press either

button 3 or 4.
If the level is above the minimum

level : the message “Oil level” will be

shown on the display with squares 1,

which are replaced by dashes when the

level drops 2.
Note: The detailed level cannot be dis-

played if the vehicle was previously

only driven for a short time.

If the level is at the minimum
The “Top up oil level” message and
warning light

©

are displayed on

the instrument panel.
It is vital to top up the oil as soon as

possible.

The display only warns the

driver if the oil level is at the

minimum level. It does not

inform the driver that the oil

level has exceeded the maximum

level as this can only be measured

using a dipstick.

It is normal for an engine to use oil for

lubrication and cooling of moving parts

and it is normal to top up the level be-

tween oil changes.
However, contact your approved

Dealer if more than 0.5 litres is being

consumed every 600 miles (1,000 km)

after the running in period.
Oil change frequency: check the oil

level from time to time and certainly

before any long journey to avoid the

risk of damaging your engine.

Reading the oil level

The oil level should be read with the ve-

hicle on level ground, after the engine

has been switched off for some time.
The dipstick must be used to read

the exact oil level and make sure

that the maximum level has not been

exceeded (risk of engine damage).

Refer to the following pages.
The instrument panel display only

alerts the driver when the oil level is at

its minimum.

3

4

Oil level

  

1

2

4.5

ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information

(2/2)

Reading the level using the

dipstick

– Remove the dipstick and wipe with a

clean, lint-free cloth;

– push the dipstick in as far as it will

go (for vehicles equipped with a cap-

type dipstick C, screw the cap in as

far as it will go);

– take out the dipstick again;

– read the level: it should never fall

below minimum mark A or exceed

maximum mark B.

Once the operation has been com-

pleted, ensure that the dipstick is

pushed in as far as it will go or that

the “cap-type dipstick” is completely

screwed in.

Consult your approved Dealer at

once if you notice an abnormal or

repeated drop in any of the fluid

levels.

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.

Exceeding the maximum

engine oil level

The oil level should only be read with

the dipstick as explained above.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum

level, do not start your vehicle and

contact an approved Dealer.

Under no circumstances

should maximum filling

level B be exceeded: this

could damage the engine

and the catalytic converter.

In order to prevent splashback, it is

recommended that a funnel be used

when topping up/filling with oil.

A

B

A

B

C

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).