Renault Clio: Hill start assistance
This function assists the driver when
starting on hills. It prevents the vehicle
from rolling backwards, depending on
the slope, by automatically applying the
brakes when the driver lifts his/her foot
off the brake pedal to depress the accelerator
pedal.
System operation
It only operates when the gear lever is
in a position other than neutral (other
than N or P for automatic transmissions)
and the vehicle is completely
stationary (brake pedal depressed)
The system holds the vehicle for approximately
2 seconds. The brakes are
then gradually released (the vehicle will
move according to the slope).
The hill start assistance
system cannot completely
prevent the vehicle from
rolling backwards in all situations
(extremely steep gradients,
etc.).
In all cases, the driver may depress
the brake pedal to prevent the vehicle
from rolling forwards or backwards.
The hill start assistance function
should not be used for prolonged
stops: use the brake pedal.
This function is not designed to immobilise
the vehicle permanently.
If necessary, use the brake pedal to
stop the vehicle.
The driver must remain particularly
vigilant when driving on slippery or
low-grip surfaces and/or on hills.
Risk of serious injury |
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The speed limiter function helps you
stay within the driving speed limit that
you choose, known as the limit speed.
Controls
Main “On/Off” switch.
Limit speed activation, storage
The cruise control function helps you to
maintain your driving speed at a speed
that you choose, called the cruising
speed.
This cruising speed may be set at any
speed above 20 mph (30 km/h
Operating principle
Ultrasonic detectors, installed in the
rear bumper (depending on the vehicle),
measure the distance between the
vehicle and an obstacle whilst reversing.
This measurement is
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This procedure applies to copper pipes diameter 4.7
mm.
Note:
This procedure does not apply to:
hybrid pipes (pipe + hose),
pipes with diameters 6 mm and 8 mm.
REPAIR
I - PIPE PREPARATION OPERATION
WARNING
To avoid causing a breakdown in hydraulic brake
circuit, do not squash or bend the rigid
DISC BRAKE
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Position the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (MR 392, 02A, Lifting equipment).
Remove:
the rear wheel in question (see 35A, Wheels and
tyres, Wheel: Removal - Refitting, 35A-1),
the rear brake pads (see 33A,
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