Renault Clio: Towing
Before towing, unlock the steering
column: with the clutch depressed,
engage first gear (lever in position N
or R for vehicles with automatic gearboxes),
insert the RENAULT card in the
card reader, then press the engine start
button for two seconds.
Reposition the lever to neutral (position
N for vehicles fitted with an automatic
gearbox).
The column is unlocked, the accessory
functions are supplied: the vehicle
lights can be used (indicators, brake
lights etc.). At night the vehicle must
have its lights on.
Once you have finished towing, press
the engine start button twice (risk of
running down the battery).
Do not remove the
RENAULT card from the
reader when the vehicle is
being towed. |
The speed specified by current legislation
for towing must always be observed.
If your vehicle is the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the maximum
towing weight for your vehicle (refer
to the information on “Weights” in
Section 6).
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With the engine switched off, the transmission
is no longer lubricated. It is
preferable to tow this type of vehicle on
a trailer or tow it with the front wheels
off the ground.
Under exception
Unclip cover 4 or 6 by sliding a flat tool
(or the key integrated in the RENAULT
card) under the cover.
Tighten towing hitch 3 fully: as much
as possible by hand at first, then finish
tight
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.
Using the RENAULT card
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IMPORTANT
Before carrying out any work on a safety or proximity
system component, lock the airbag computer
using the Diagnostic tool. When this function is
activated, all the trigger lines are disabled and the
airbag instrument panel warning light is c
IMPORTANT
When working in the engine compartment, take
care as the radiator fan(s) may start up unexpectedly
(risk of being cut).
To avoid any risk of serious burns when the engine
is hot:
do not open the expansion bottle cap,
do not drain the cooling system,
do not open the bleed screw(s).
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