Renault Modus User Manual

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BATTERY: breakdown
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure that all electrical
equipment is 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.
- Never disconnect a battery less
than twenty seconds after the
engine has been switched off.
- Make sure that you reconnect the
battery terminals after refitting.
Access to the battery
Depending on the vehicle, unclip
then pull unit A in the engine
compartment.
Unclip cover B then remove it. Then
unclip cover C and remove it.
Refitting the battery covers
- position cover C in its hinges and
clip it in place,
- then position cover B in its hinges
and clip it in place,
Make sure that both covers B and C
are fastened correctly.
Depending on the vehicle,
reposition unit A, tilting it
forwards, then clip it in place by
tilting it backwards. ensure that it is
correctly locked in place
Handle the battery with care as it contains sulphuric acid which
must not come into contact with the eyes or skin. If it does, wash
the affected area with plenty of cold water.
Ensure that naked flames, red-hot objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a risk of explosion.
Take care when working in the engine compartment as the engine cooling
fan may start to operate at any moment without warning.

Renault Modus Specifications

General

Brand	Renault
Model	Modus
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Section 1: Getting to know your vehicle

Key / Radio Frequency Remote Control

Child Safety

Guidelines and regulations for using child restraints and installing child seats.

Instrument Panel

Explanation of the instrument panel layout and warning lights.

Section 2: Driving

Running In

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Tyre Pressure Monitor

Explanation of the tyre pressure monitoring system and its operation.

Electronic Stability Program (ESP)

Details on the ESP system, its operating principle, and fault diagnosis.

Traction Control: ASR

Information on the ASR system for limiting skidding and controlling the vehicle.

Anti-lock Braking System: ABS

Explanation of the ABS system, its aims, and how it functions.

Cruise Control - Speed Limiter

Instructions for using the speed limiter and cruise control functions.

Automatic Gearbox

Guidance on operating the automatic gearbox, including starting and driving modes.

Quickshift Gearbox

Details on operating the Quickshift gearbox, including modes and paddle controls.

Section 3: Your comfort

Heating and Air Conditioning

Controls and operation of the heating and air conditioning system.

Climate Control

Operation of the climate control system, including automatic mode and adjustments.

Electric Windows

Section 4: Maintenance

Bonnet

Engine Oil Level

Guidance on checking and topping up engine oil levels via instrument panel and dipstick.

Coolant Level

Information on checking and topping up coolant levels in the expansion bottle.

Brake Fluid Level

Procedure for checking and maintaining the brake fluid level.

Battery

Section 5: Practical advice

Emergency Spare Wheel

Instructions for removing and refitting the emergency spare wheel and its winch system.

Changing a Wheel

Step-by-step guide to changing a vehicle wheel, including safety precautions.

Tyres

Information on tyre and wheel safety, maintenance, and pressure recommendations.

Halogen Headlights: Changing Bulbs

Fuses

Battery: Breakdown

Towing: Breakdown

Operating Faults

Advice on carrying out temporary repairs for common operating faults.

Section 6: Technical specifications

Vehicle Identification Plates

Engine Specifications

Weights

Towing Weights