Renault Megane (2018 year). Manual — part 16

3.54

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:
– 36 kg (5-door version);
– 37 kg (4-seater and estate ver-

sions).
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.

TRANSPORTING OBJECTS towbar

A

A: 895 mm (5-door version)
A: 1120 mm (estate version)
A: 1127 mm (4-door version)

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.

3.55

ROOF BARS

(1/2)

Access to the mounting

points

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.

1

1

1

Vehicles not fitted with longitudinal

roof bars
Open the doors to access the mount-

ing points 1.

For information on the range of equipment adapted to your vehicle, we advise you

to consult an approved Dealer.
Refer to the fitting instructions for information on how to fit roof bars and condi-

tions of use.
Please keep these instructions with the rest of the vehicle documentation.
Maximum permissible load on roof rack: refer to the information on “Weights”

in Section 6.

3.56

ROOF BARS (2/2)

Precautions during use

Handling the tailgate
Before handling the tailgate, check the

objects and/or accessories (bike rack,

roof box, etc.) fitted to the roof bars:

these must be correctly positioned and

secured, so as not to hinder the opera-

tion of the tailgate.

3

Vehicles fitted with longitudinal roof

bars
The attachment inserts 3 are located on

the longitudinal roof bars 2.

The attaching of any carry-

ing device (bike rack, lug-

gage box, etc.) resting on

the luggage compartment

lid is prohibited. To install a carrying

device on your vehicle, contact an

Approved Dealer.

2

3.57

MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT

(1/2)

Using the telephone
We remind you of the need

to conform to the legislation

in force concerning the use

of such equipment.

4

Hands-free telephone

integrated control

For equipped vehicles, use the steering

wheel controls 3.

Multimedia settings

1 Multimedia screen;

2 Steering column controls;

3 Steering wheel controls;

4 Microphone.

1

3

Refer to the equipment instructions

for information on how to operate

this equipment.

2

3.58

Multimedia sockets 5

You can use the USB ports or, de-

pending on the vehicle, the SD card

reader to access the multimedia con-

tent of your accessories and the system

update (please refer to the equipment

instructions).
The various sources can be selected

from the multimedia screen and from

the steering column controls.

MULTIMEDIA EQUIPMENT

(2/2)

The sockets USB can also recharge ac-

cessories with a maximum power rating

of 12 Watts (voltage: 5V) per socket,

which have been approved by our

Technical Department.
The JACK socket enables the radio to

be used with an auxiliary cable.

Connect accessories with a

maximum power of 12 watts

only.
Fire hazard.

5

4.1

Section 4: Maintenance

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

4.2

Engine oil level: general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4

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

4.5

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

4.7

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

4.8

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

4.8

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

4.9

windscreen washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.10

Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10

Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11

Tyre Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13

Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.15

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

4.2

BONNET

(1/2)

Unlocking the bonnet catch

To unlock, push tab 3 at the same time

as opening the bonnet.

Opening the bonnet

Lift the bonnet, guiding it up, and it

will rest in position with the help of two

struts 2.

To open, pull handle 1, located on the

left-hand side of the dashboard.

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 (please see

the information on “Starting, stop-

ping the engine” in Section 2).

When working in the engine

compartment, ensure that

the windscreen wiper stalk

is in the park position.

Risk of injury.

3

2

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. In addition,

the engine cooling fan may

come on at any moment. The



warning light in the engine compart-

ment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.

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

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.

– 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.

C

A

B

A

B

In order to prevent splashback, it is

recommended that a funnel be used

when topping up/filling with oil

Before performing any

action in the engine com-

partment, the ignition must

be switched off (please see

the information on “Starting, stop-

ping the engine” in Section 2).

Exceeding the maximum

engine oil level
Under no circumstances

must the maximum fill

level B be exceeded: risk of damage

to the engine and catalytic con-

verter.

If the oil level exceeds the maximum

level, do not start your vehicle and

contact an approved Dealer.

4.5

ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling

(1/3)

Topping up/Filling

The vehicle must be parked on level

ground and the engine should be cold

(for instance, before the engine is

started up for the first time in the day).

– Unscrew cap 1;
– top up the level (as a guide, the ca-

pacity between the “mini" and the

"maxi" reading on the dipstick 2

is between 0.33 and 0.44 gallons

(1.5 and 2 litres) depending on the

engine);

– wait for approximately 20 minutes to

allow the oil to flow into the engine;

– check the level using the dipstick 2

(as described above).

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.

Do not exceed the “maxi" level and

do not forget to refit the cap 1 and

the dipstick 2.

1

1

2

Before performing any

action in the engine com-

partment, the ignition must

be switched off (please see

the information on “Starting, stop-

ping the engine” in Section 2).

1

2

In order to prevent splashing, it is

recommended that a funnel be used

when topping up/filling the oil.

2

4.6

ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling

(2/3)

1

2

1

2

1

2

Topping up/Filling

The vehicle must be parked on level

ground and the engine should be cold

(for instance, before the engine is

started up for the first time in the day).

– Unscrew cap 1;
– top up the level (as a guide, the ca-

pacity between the “mini" and the

"maxi" reading on the dipstick 2

is between 0.33 and 0.44 gallons

(1.5 and 2 litres) depending on the

engine);

– wait for approximately 20 minutes to

allow the oil to flow into the engine;

– check the level using the dipstick 2

(as described above).

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.

Do not exceed the “maxi" level and

do not forget to refit the cap 1 and

the dipstick 2.

Before performing any

action in the engine com-

partment, the ignition must

be switched off (please see

the information on “Starting, stop-

ping the engine” in Section 2).

In order to prevent splashing, it is

recommended that a funnel be used

when topping up/filling the oil.

4.7

Engine oil grade

Refer to the Maintenance Service

Booklet for your vehicle.

Never run the engine in an

enclosed space as exhaust

gases are poisonous.

Engine oil change: if you

are changing the oil when

the engine is hot, be careful

not to scald yourself if the

oil overflows.

Filling: take care when

topping up the oil that

no oil drips onto engine

components - risk of fire.

Remember to refit the cap securely

as there is a risk of fire if oil splashes

onto hot engine components.

Consult your approved Dealer at

once if you notice an abnormal or

repeated drop in any of the fluid

levels.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling

(3/3)/

OIL CHANGE

Exceeding the maximum

engine oil level
Under no circumstances

must the maximum fill level

be exceeded: risk of damage to the

engine and catalytic converter.

If the oil level exceeds the maximum

level, do not start your vehicle and

contact an approved Dealer.

Oil change

Service interval: refer to the

Maintenance Service Booklet for your

vehicle.

Oil change capacity

Please refer to the maintenance docu-

ment for your vehicle, or contact an au-

thorised dealer.

Always check the engine oil level using

the dipstick, as explained previously (it

should never fall below the minimum

level, or be over the maximum level on

the dipstick).

When working in the engine

compartment, ensure that

the windscreen wiper stalk

is in the park position.

Risk of injury.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. The engine

cooling fan may also start

at any moment. The



warning

light in the engine compartment re-

minds you of this.
Risk of injury.

4.8

Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for

your vehicle.

Checking intervals
Check the coolant level regularly

(very severe damage is likely to be

caused to the engine if it runs out of

coolant).
If the level needs to be topped up, only

use products approved by our Technical

Department which ensure:
– protection against freezing;
– anticorrosion protection of the cool-

ing system.

LEVELS

(1/3)



Coolant level

With the engine switched off and on

level ground, the level when cold must

be between the “MINI" and "MAXI"

marks on coolant reservoir 1.
Top this level up when cold before it

reaches the MIN mark.

No operations should be

carried out on the cooling

circuit when the engine is

hot.

Risk of burns.

Consult your approved dealer at

once if you notice an abnormal or

repeated drop in any of the fluid

levels.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. The engine

cooling fan may also start

at any moment. The



warning

light in the engine compartment re-

minds you of this.
Risk of injury.

1

Before performing any

action in the engine com-

partment, the ignition must

be switched off (please see

the information on “Starting, stop-

ping the engine” in Section 2).

4.9

LEVELS

(2/3)



Brake fluid level

This should be checked frequently, and

any time you notice even the slightest

loss in braking efficiency.
The level should be read with the engine

switched off and on level ground.

Level 2
It is normal for the level to drop as

the linings become worn, but it should

never drop below the “MINI” warning

line.
If you wish to check the disc and drum

wear yourself, you should obtain the

document explaining the checking pro-

cedure from our network or from the

manufacturer’s website.

Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-

cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our

Technical Department (and taken from

a sealed container).

Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for

your vehicle.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. The engine

cooling fan may also start

at any moment. The



warning

light in the engine compartment re-

minds you of this.
Risk of injury.

2

Before performing any

action in the engine com-

partment, the ignition must

be switched off (please see

the information on “Starting, stop-

ping the engine” in Section 2).

If there is an abnormal or repeated

drop in the fluid level, consult an ap-

proved dealer.

4.10

LEVELS

(3/3)

/FILTERS

Windscreen washer reservoir

Topping up
With the engine switched off, open

cap 3, fill until you can see the fluid,

then refit the cap.
Note: Regularly check the reservoir

level by topping up the liquid before

taking a trip.

Liquid
Windscreen washer fluid. In winter, use

anti-freeze product. Use products rec-

ommended by an authorised dealer.
Note: do not use pure water (risk of

damage to the priming pump, limescale

building up on the pump and the jets).

Jets
To adjust the windscreen washer jets,

please consult an authorised dealer.

Depending on the vehicle, to find

out the fluid level, open cap 3 and

pull out the dipstick.

Filters

The replacement of filter elements (air

filter, passenger compartment filter,

diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled in the

maintenance operations for your vehi-

cle.
Replacement intervals for filter el-

ements: refer to the Maintenance

Document for your vehicle.

3

4.11

BATTERY

(1/2)

1

Battery 1 does not require any mainte-

nance. You should not open it or add

any fluid.

Handle the battery with care

as it contains sulphuric acid

which must not come into

contact with the eyes or

skin. If it does, wash the affected

area with plenty of cold water. If

necessary, consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot

objects and sparks do not come into

contact with the battery as there is a

risk of explosion.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. In addition,

the engine cooling fan may

start at any moment. The



warning light in the engine compart-

ment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.

Before performing any

action in the engine com-

partment, the ignition must

be switched off (please see

the information on “Starting, stop-

ping the engine” in Section 2).

Depending on the vehicle, a system

continuously checks the battery charge

status. If this decreases, the message

“Battery low start engine” is displayed

on the instrument panel. In this case,

start the engine. The message will go

off.
The charge status of your battery can

decrease especially if you use your ve-

hicle:
– for short journeys;
– for driving in town;
– when the temperature drops;
– after extended use of energy-con-

suming devices (radio, etc.) with the

engine switched off.