Renault Clio: Battery
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure that any electrical consumers (courtesy lights, etc.) are switched off before disconnecting or reconnecting the battery.
- When charging, stop the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery.
- Do not place metal objects on the battery to avoid creating a short circuit between the terminals.
- Always wait at least one minute after the engine has been switched off before disconnecting a battery.
- Make sure that you reconnect the battery terminals after refitting.
| Before performing any action in the engine compartment, the ignition must be switched off by pressing the engine stop button (please see the information on “Starting, stopping the engine” in Section 2). |
Connecting a battery charger
The battery charger must be compatible with a battery with nominal voltage of 12 volts.
Do not disconnect the battery when the engine is running. Follow the instructions given by the manufacturer of the battery charger you are using.
| Special procedures may be
required to charge some
batteries. Contact your approved
dealer. Avoid all risk of sparks which may cause an immediate explosion, and charge the battery in a well-ventilated area. Risk of serious injury. |
| Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with 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. The engine may be hot when carrying out operations in close proximity. In addition, the engine cooling fan can come on at any moment. Risk of injury. |
Starting the vehicle using the battery from another vehicle
If you have to use the battery from another vehicle to start, obtain suitable jump leads (with a large cross section) from an approved dealer or, if you already have jump leads, ensure that they are in perfect condition.
The two batteries must have an identical nominal voltage of 12 volts. The battery supplying the current should have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which is at least the same as that of the discharged battery.
Ensure that there is no risk of contact between the two vehicles (risk of short circuiting when the positive terminals are connected) and that the discharged battery is properly connected. Switch off your vehicle ignition.
Start the engine of the vehicle supplying the current and run it at an intermediate engine speed.
Depending on the vehicle, unclip the battery cover.
Connect the positive cable A to the support on the (+) terminal 1, then to the (+) terminal 4 of the battery supplying the current.
Connect the negative cable B to the (–) terminal 3 of the battery supplying the current and then to the (–) terminal 2 of the discharged battery.
Start the engine, and as soon as it starts running, disconnect cables A and B in reverse order ( 2 - 3 - 4 - 1 ).
| Check that there is no contact
between leads A and B
and that the positive lead A
is not touching any metal
parts on the vehicle supplying the
current. Risk of injury and/or damage to the vehicle |
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Fitting a radio
Radio location 1
Unclip the blanking cover. The aerial, +
and – supply and speaker wire connections
are located behind it.
Door speakers 2
To install any equipment, please consult
an a
Accessories
Electrical and electronic accessoriesBefore installing
this type of accessory (particularly for transmitters/receivers:
frequency bandwidth, power level, position
of the aerial, etc.
Wipers (replacing blades)
Replacing windscreen wiper
blades 1
With the ignition off, lift wiper arm 2;
turn blade 1.
Lower tab 3, by pressing on either
side A.
Then push the blade forwards B, to release
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DP0
Do not drain or remove the automatic gearbox in order
to remove the flow control solenoid valve
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Place the vehicle on a two-post lift (see 02A, Lifting
equipment, Vehicle: Towing and lifting).
Disconnect the battery (see 80A, Battery, Battery:
Remov
Hydraulic unit with ESP: Removal - Refitting
LEFT-HAND DRIVE
WARNING
Prepare for brake fluid outflow, to prevent damage
to the mechanical parts and bodywork around the
braking system.
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Position the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (MR 392, 02A, Lifting equipment).
Discon
