Renault Twizy (2018 year). Instruction — part 6

5.15

TOWING, BREAKDOWN

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In the event of an energy

fault: towing

In the event of a fully discharged trac-

tion battery:
– warning light

Ṏ

flashes on the in-

strument panel;

– battery warning light 1 on the instru-

ment panel is empty.

It is possible to recover on a flatbed

truck or tow the vehicle using the tow

eye, following the instructions below.

1

Before towing, insert the key in the

switch to unlock the steering column.

Turn key to position

M

.

The column is unlocked, the acces-

sory functions are supplied: the vehi-

cle lights can be used (hazard warn-

ing lights, brake lights etc.). The towed

vehicle’s lights must be switched on at

night.
The speed specified by current legis-

lation for towing must always be ob-

served.

5.16

TOWING, BREAKDOWN

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Access to the towing point

Remove:
– the bolts 4;
– the plastic clips 3;
– the clips 2 located under the front

bumper. Lift up the bonnet.

Only use the front towing point 5.
This towing point may only be used for

towing: never use it for lifting the vehi-

cle directly or indirectly.

Do not remove the key from

the ignition when the vehi-

cle is being towed.

5

Take care not to allow anything to

hit the 12 volt battery during towing.

2

4

3

5.17

OPERATING FAULTS

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The following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact

an approved dealer as soon as possible.

FAULTS

POSSIBLE CAUSES

WHAT TO DO

Impossible to charge the

traction battery.

No electrical current in domes-

tic sockets or poor connection of

cable to domestic socket.

Check your installation (circuit breaker, programmer,

etc.).

Check the connections (power socket, etc.). Please

refer to the information on “Electric vehicle: charging”

in Section 1.

The outdoor temperature is ex-

tremely low.

Recharge your vehicle in a more suitable environ-

ment. Please refer to the information on “Electric ve-

hicle: charging” in Section 1.

The cord is defective.

Please see an authorised dealer to replace it.

The steering column remains

locked.

Steering wheel locked.

Move the steering wheel while pressing the engine

start button (refer to Section 2 “Starting the engine”).

Vibrations.

Tyres incorrectly inflated or dam-

aged.

Check the tyre pressures. If this is not the problem,

have them checked by an approved Dealer.

The engine performance is

limited.

The outdoor temperature is ex-

tremely high.

Opt for a calmer driving style.

The traction battery reserve has

been reached.

Recharge the traction battery as soon as possible.

Please refer to the information on “Electric vehicle:

charging” in Section 1.

The vehicle will not start.

The charging flap is open or not

properly closed.

Check that the charging flap is correctly locked. In

other cases, contact an authorised dealer as soon as

possible.

5.18

Electrical equipment

POSSIBLE CAUSES

ACTION REQUIRED

The wipers do not work.

Wiper blade stuck.

Free the blade before using the wipers.

Broken windscreen wiper fuse.

Consult an approved dealer.

Motor fault.

Consult an approved dealer.

The wiper does not stop.

Faulty electrical controls.

Consult an approved dealer.

Direction indicators flashing more

quickly.

Blown bulb.

Replace the bulb.

The indicators are

not working.

On one side only:

– blown bulb,
– faulty earth connection.

Replace the bulb.

On both sides:

– fuse blown,

Replace it.

– faulty flasher unit.

Needs replacing: please see an authorised

dealer.

OPERATING FAULTS

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5.19

OPERATING FAULTS

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Electrical equipment

POSSIBLE CAUSES

ACTION REQUIRED

The headlights

are not working.

Only one:

– blown bulb,

Replace the bulb.

– disconnected wire or incorrectly-

positioned connector,

Check and reconnect the wire or the connector.

– faulty earth connection.

See above.

Both:

– if the circuit is fused.

Check and replace if necessary.

The headlights do not switch off.

Faulty electrical controls.

Consult an approved dealer.

Traces of condensation in the lights. This is not a fault. The presence of

traces of condensation in lights is a

natural phenomenon linked to vari-

ations in temperature.
These traces soon disappear when

the lights are switched on.

6.1

Section 6: Technical specifications

Vehicle identification plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.2

Engine identification plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.3

Engine specification. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.3

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.4

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.5

Replacement parts and repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.6

Service sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6.7

Anticorrosion check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.13

6.2

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATES

A

A

The information shown on the ve-

hicle identification plate should be

quoted on all correspondence or

orders.

Constructor plate A or B

1 Vehicle type and chassis number.

2 Paint reference.

1

2

B

1

2

6.3

ENGINE IDENTIFICATION PLATE/ENGINE SPECIFICATION

Please quote the information on the

engine plate or label A in all corre-

spondence or orders.

(Location varies depending on engine)

1 Engine type.

2 Engine suffix.

3 Engine number.

A

2

3

1

A

Engine specification

Engine type 1: 3CG

6.4

WEIGHTS (in kg)

Vehicle type

Twizy 45

Twizy

Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)

680

Trailer weight

prohibited

Maximum permissible load on roof

prohibited

6.5

DIMENSIONS (in metres)

0,313

1,686

0,339

1,193 → 1,237

2,337

1,454*

1,188 → 1,232

1,381 → 1,396

* Unladen

6.6

Original parts are based on strict specifications and are subject to highly-specialised tests. Therefore, they are of at least the same

level of quality as the parts fitted originally.
If you always fit genuine replacement parts to your vehicle, you will ensure that it performs well. Furthermore, repairs carried out

within the manufacturer’s Network using original parts are guaranteed according to the conditions set out on the reverse of the

repair order.

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND REPAIRS

6.7

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

VIN: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

SERVICE SHEETS

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6.8

SERVICE SHEETS

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VIN: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

6.9

SERVICE SHEETS

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VIN: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

6.10

SERVICE SHEETS

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VIN: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

6.11

SERVICE SHEETS

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VIN: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page

Date: Miles (Km): Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

Type of operation:

Stamp

Service □
. . . . . . . . . ... □
Anti-corrosion check:
OK □ Not

OK*

□

*See specific page