Renault Clio: Towing a vehicle with an automatic gearbox
Renault Clio IV (2014-2019) Owners Manual / Practical advice / Towing / 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 exceptional circumstances, you may tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, only going forward, with the gear lever in the neutral N position, and for a distance not exceeding 30 miles (50 km).
| If the lever is stuck in P,
even though you are depressing
the brake pedal,
the lever can be released
manually. To do this, release the
base of the lever, then use a tool
(rigid rod) in the slot 1 and simultaneously
press button 2 to unlock the
lever. Contact an authorised dealer as soon as possible. |
Only use the front 2 and rear 5 towing points (never use the drive shafts or any other part of the vehicle).
These towing points may only be used for towing: never use them for lifting the vehicle directly or indirectly.
| When the engine is stopped, steering and braking assistance are not operational. |
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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
Technical specifications
The Renault Clio IV, produced from 2014 to 2019, offers a range of technical specifications that contribute to its performance and versatility. It is available with gasoline and diesel engine options,
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K4J or K4M, and Right-hand Drive
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Position the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (MR 392, 02A, Lifting equipment).
Disconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting)
(MR 392, 80A, Battery).
Remove:
the engine cover,
the scuttle panel grille (see S
Locking, unlocking the opening elements
Locking/Unlocking the doors
from the outside
This is done using the RENAULT Card;
see the “RENAULT Card” information in
Section 1.
In certain cases, the RENAULT card
may not work:
if the RENAULT card battery is weak,
flat, etc.
if equipment operating on the same
frequency as th
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