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Renault Twingo (2018 year). Instruction - part 12

5.14

Side indicator lights

Unclip the indicator light 11 using a flat-

blade screwdriver or similar.
Turn the bulb holder a quarter of a turn

and take out the bulb.
Bulb type: W5W.
Replace the bulb and refit the indicator

light.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.
Risk of injury.

REAR AND SIDE LIGHTS: changing bulbs

(3/3)

5.15

Courtesy light

Unclip the lens (using a flat-blade

screwdriver or similar).
Remove the bulb concerned.
Bulb type 1: W5W.

INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing bulbs

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.
Risk of injury.

Press tab 3 to release the bulb holder

and access bulb 4.
Bulb type: C5W festoon type bulb.

Luggage compartment light

Unclip light 2 by pressing the tabs on

each side (using a flat-blade screw-

driver or similar).
Disconnect the light.

5.16

Radio location 1

Unclip the blanking cover. The aerial, +

and – supply and speaker wire connec-

tions are located behind it.

Door speakers 2

To install any equipment, please con-

sult an authorised dealer.

FITTING A RADIO

– In all cases, it is very important to

follow the manufacturer’s instruc-

tions carefully.

– The specifications of the brack-

ets and wires (available from our

network) vary depending on the

equipment level of your vehicle

and the type of radio.

Consult an approved Dealer to

find out the correct part number.

– No work may be carried out on

the vehicle’s electrical or radio

circuits, except by approved

dealers: an incorrectly connected

system may result in damage

being caused to the electrical

equipment and/or the compo-

nents connected to it.

5.17

Fuses in passenger compartment A
If any electrical component does not

work, check the condition of the fuses.
Unclip the access flap A.

FUSES

(1/3)

Fuses in engine compartment B

Some functions are protected by fuses

located in the engine compartment

(unit B).

However, because of their reduced

accessibility, we advise you to have

your fuses replaced by an approved

Dealer.

It may be necessary to use clips

to remove and replace the fuses.

These can be purchased at an au-

thorised dealer.

Check the fuse in question and replace it, if necessary, by a fuse of the

same rating.
If a fuse is fitted with too high a rating, it may cause the electrical circuit

to overheat (risk of fire) in the event of an item of equipment using an ex-

cessive amount of current.

To comply with current legislation,

or as a precaution, you can obtain

an emergency kit from your appro-

ved dealer containing a set of spare

bulbs and fuses.

5.18

FUSES

(2/3)

Allocation of fuses

(the presence of certain fuse depends on the vehicle equipment level)

5.19

Number

Allocation

“Starting” position on the

ignition-starter switch

Power-assisted steering

Lighting

Airbags

Lighting

Instrument panel

Alarm

UCE energy management

Passenger compartment

ECU

Direction indicator lights

Passenger compartment

ECU

Passenger compartment

ECU

Electric windows

ESC/steering wheel angle

sensor/automatic gearbox

Courtesy lights/air

conditioning

Locking/unlocking the

doors/ESC

Rear-view mirrors

Brake lights

FUSES

(3/3)

Number

Allocation

Headlight beam height/rear

parking distance control/

front camera adjustment

Injection

Reversing light/rear

windscreen wiper

“Starting” position on the

ignition-starter switch

«Accessory» position on the

ignition switch/service relay

Front windscreen wiper

Radio/energy management

Daytime running lights

Accessories socket

UCE energy management

Horn

Rear fog light

“Accessory” position on the

ignition-starter switch

Exterior lights/Rear side

lights

Number

Allocation

energy management ECU/

passenger compartment

ECU/headlights/daytime

running lights

Right headlight/energy

management ECU

Left headlight/passenger

compartment ECU

Right-hand main beam

headlight

Left headlight/passenger

compartment ECU

Bicycle carrier

Not used

Fog lights

Radio amplifier

Automatic gearbox

Electric windows/one-touch

windows

Electric door mirrors

Not used

5.20

Replacing the battery

Open the case at slot 1 using a flat-

blade screwdriver or similar, and re-

place the battery 2, observing the type

and polarity shown on the back of the

cover.

Note: It is not advisable to touch the

electronic circuit in the key cover when

replacing the battery.

RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: batteries

(1/2)

When refitting, ensure that the cover

is correctly clipped on and the screw

tightened.

The batteries are available from ap-

proved Dealers, and their service

life approximately two years.
Check that there is no dye on the

battery: risk of an incorrect electri-

cal contact.

5.21

Operating faults

If the battery is too weak to ensure cor-

rect operation, you can still start and

lock/unlock the vehicle (please refer to

the information on “Locking/unlocking

the opening elements” in Section 1).

Do not throw away your

used batteries; give them to

an organisation responsible

for collecting and recycling

batteries.

RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: batteries

(2/2)

5.22

BATTERY: troubleshooting

(1/3)

To avoid all risk of sparks:

– Ensure that any electrical consumers

(courtesy lights, etc.) are switched

off before disconnecting or recon-

necting 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 cir-

cuit 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.

Connecting a battery charger

The battery charger must be com-

patible with a battery with nominal

voltage of 12 volts.
Do not disconnect the battery while the

engine is running. Follow the instruc-

tions given by the manufacturer of

the battery charger you are using.

Special procedures may be

required to charge some

batteries. Contact your ap-

proved dealer.

Avoid all risk of sparks which may

cause an immediate explosion, and

charge the battery in a well venti-

lated 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.
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 car-

rying out operations in close prox-

imity. In addition, the engine cooling

fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.

5.23

BATTERY: troubleshooting

(2/3)

Depending on the vehicle, unclip the

red protective cover to access termi-

nal 2 (+).
Connect the positive cable B to the ter-

minal 2 (+) then to the terminal 3 (+) of

the battery supplying the current.
Connect the negative cable A to the

terminal 4 (–) of the battery supplying

the current, then to the terminal 1 (–) of

the discharged battery.

Starting the vehicle using the

battery from another vehicle

If you have to use the battery from an-

other vehicle to start, obtain suitable

jump leads (with a large cross section)

from an approved dealer or, if you al-

ready have jump leads, ensure that

they are in perfect condition.
The two batteries must have an iden-

tical 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 dis-

charged 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 supply-

ing the current and run it at an interme-

diate engine speed.

Check that there is no con-

tact between cables A

and B, and that the positive

cable B is not touching any

metal parts of the vehicle supplying

the current.
Risk of injury and/or damage to

the vehicle.

For your safety, do not remove the bonnet holding straps. Risk of the

bonnet falling on the road surface.

5.24

Start the engine. As soon as it is run-

ning, disconnect the cables A and B in

reverse order ( 1 - 4 - 3 - 2 ) and posi-

tion the red protective cover by press-

ing it down.

BATTERY: troubleshooting

(3/3)

Follow the instructions on the label C.

5.25

ACCESSORIES

Electrical and electronic accessories

Before installing this type of accessory (particularly for transmitters/receivers: frequency bandwidth, power level, po-

sition of the aerial, etc.), make sure it is compatible with your vehicle. You can get advice from an authorised dealer.

Connect accessories with a maximum power of 120 Watts only. Fire hazard. When several accessory sockets are

used at the same time, the total power of the connected accessories must not exceed 180 watts.

No work may be carried out on the vehicle’s electrical or radio circuits, except by authorised dealers: an incorrectly connected

system may result in damage being caused to the electrical equipment and/or the components connected to it.

If the vehicle is fitted with any aftermarket electrical equipment, make sure that the installation is correctly protected by a fuse.

Establish the rating and position of this fuse.

Using the diagnostic socket

The use of electronic accessories on the diagnostic socket may cause serious disturbance to the vehicle’s electronic systems.

For your safety we recommend that you use only electronic accessories approved by the manufacturer, consult an Approved

Dealer. Serious accident risk.

Use of transmitting/receiving devices (telephones, CB equipment etc.).

Telephones and CB equipment with integrated aerials may cause interference to the electronic systems originally fitted to the

vehicle: it is advisable only to use equipment with an external aerial. Furthermore, we remind you of the need to conform

to the legislation in force concerning the use of such equipment.

Fitting aftermarket accessories

If you wish to install accessories on the vehicle: please contact an authorised dealer. Also, to ensure the correct operation of

your vehicle, and to avoid any risk to your safety, we recommend that you use only accessories specifically designed for your

vehicle, which are the only accessories for which the manufacturer will provide a warranty.

If you are using an anti-theft device, only attach it to the brake pedal.

Obstructions to the driver

On the driver’s side, only use mats suitable for the vehicle, attached with the pre-fitted components, and check the fitting regu-

larly. Do not lay one mat on top of another. There is a risk of wedging the pedals.

5.26

WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES (1/2)

Replacing windscreen wiper

blades 1

Ignition switched off,
– Lift the wiper arm 2;
– turn blade 1.
– lower the tab 3 by pressing on each

side A.

– push the blade forwards B to release

the hook 4.

To refit

Proceed in reverse order. Make sure

that the blade is correctly locked in po-

sition.

– In frosty weather, make

sure that the wiper blades

are not stuck by ice (to

avoid the risk of the motor

overheating).

–

Check the condition of the wiper

blades.

They should be replaced as soon

as they become less efficient: ap-

proximately once a year.

When changing the blade, when it

has been removed, do not let the

wiper arm fall against the window:

risk of breaking the window.

Check the condition of the wiper

blades. You are responsible for their

service life:

– clean the blades, windscreen and

rear screen regularly with soapy

water;

– do not use them when the wind-

screen or rear screen are dry;

– free them from the windscreen or

rear screen when they have not

been used for a long time.

5.27

Rear screen wiper blade 5

Ignition switched off,
– Lift the wiper arm 5;
– release the blade 6 by pulling it.

To refit

Proceed in reverse order. Make sure

that the blade is correctly locked in po-

sition.

WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES (2/2)

5.28

TOWING: breakdown recovery

(1/2)

Towing a vehicle with an

automatic gearbox

With the engine switched off, the trans-

mission is no longer lubricated. It is

preferable to tow this type of vehicle on

a trailer or tow it with the rear wheels off

the ground.
In exceptional circumstances, you

may tow it with all four wheels on the

ground, only in a forward gear, with the

gear in neutral position N, over a maxi-

mum distance of 31 miles (50 km) and

not exceeding a speed of 15.5 mph

(25 km/h).
If the gear lever cannot be put into the

N position, please consult an autho-

rised dealer.

Before any towing, put the gears into

neutral (neutral position for vehicles

equipped with a manual gearbox or N

position for vehicles equipped with an

automatic gearbox).
Unlock the steering column; the igni-

tion key must be in “M” position (ig-

nition) to enable signalling (“Stop”

lights, hazard warning lights, etc.).

Always switch on the lights when

driving at night.
Release the parking brake.
It is also essential to observe the towing

regulations imposed by current legisla-

tion in your country. Please contact an

authorised dealer.

When the engine is

stopped, steering and brak-

ing assistance are not op-

erational.

Do not remove the key from

the ignition when the vehi-

cle is being towed.

If the lever is locked in position P,

even though you are depressing the

brake pedal and pressing the unlock-

ing button 1, the lever can still be re-

leased manually. To do this, unclip the

base of the gear lever 2 starting on the

side below the air conditioning controls.

Then raise the button 3 and simulta-

neously press the unlock button 1 on

the lever.
Contact an authorised dealer as soon

as possible.

5.29

TOWING: breakdown recovery

(2/2)

Only use the front and rear towing

points 4.

(never use the drive shafts or any other

part of the vehicle)
This towing point may only be used for

towing: never use it for lifting the vehi-

cle directly or indirectly.

Access to towing points

Unclip the cover 6 by inserting a flat-

blade screwdriver or similar under the

cover. Screw in the tow eye 5 by hand

as far as possible.
Only use the tow eye 5 located under

the passenger footwell alongside the

inflation kit; unscrew the two screws 8.

Never leave tools unse-

cured in the vehicle: there

is a risk that they may be

thrown about during brak-

ing. After use, check that the tow

eye is properly stored away in its

housing: there is a risk of injury.

– Use a rigid towing bar.

If a rope or cable is used

(where the law allows this),

the vehicle being towed

must be able to brake.

– A vehicle must not be towed if it is

not fit to be driven.

– Avoid accelerating or braking

suddenly when towing, as this

may result in damage being

caused to the vehicle.

– In all cases, it is advisable not to

exceed 15.5 mph (25 km/h).

– Do not push the vehicle if the

steering column is locked.

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