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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Towing a vehicle with an automatic gearbox
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
Access to towing points
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
Operating faults
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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Clutch: Precautions for the repair
Before removing the clutch, check:
The direction of fitting for the clutch plate.
Before refitting the clutch, check:
The flywheel friction track (no scratches or blue
stains),
The crankshaft bearing (no sticking),
The engine and gearbox seals (replace if necessary),
The sliding action of
Starting, Stopping the engine
Remote control RENAULT card
When you get into the vehicle, insert
the RENAULT card integrated key,
pointing towards you, fully into the card
reader 2.
To start, press button 1. If a gear is engaged,
depress the clutch pedal to start
the vehicle.
Hands-free RENAULT card
The RENAULT
