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OPERATING FAULTS
The following troubleshooting tips will enable you to get going again quickly, even if only temporarily. For reasons of
safety you should always consult a RENAULT Dealer as soon as you can.
When you operate the starter
CAUSES
REMEDIAL ACTION
• There is no response, the indicator
lights fail to illuminate and the
starter does not operate.
Battery
lead
disconnected
or
terminals oxidised.
Check battery terminals: scrape clean
if oxidised and re-tighten.
Battery discharged.
Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
Battery unserviceable.
Change battery.
• Indicator lights dim and starter
turns very slowly.
Battery terminals not tight.
Terminals oxidised.
Check battery terminals: scrape clean
if oxidised and re-tighten.
Battery discharged.
Connect another battery to the faulty
battery.
• The engine is difficult to start in
damp weather or after washing.
Poor ignition, ignition system damp.
Dry spark plug leads and ignition coil.
• The engine is difficult to start when
hot.
Faulty
carburation
(bubbles
of
vaporised fuel in circuit).
Let the engine cool down.
No compression.
Consult a RENAULT Dealer.