Note: The information below applies only to the anti-theft alarm and engine immobilisation systems supplied by Renault.
On most of the models covered in this Manual, an anti-theft alarm system is included as standard. The alarm switches on and off automatically when using the remote control (remote control) of a single lock. When the system is activated, the indicator light mounted in the ceiling console of the vehicle starts flashing continuously. In addition to the anti-theft system, the vehicle can be equipped with an engine immobilizer.
An engine immobilizer is also included in the package of most models. On models equipped with an anti-theft alarm system, the immobilizer is also switched on and off automatically when using the remote control of the single lock. If there is no single lock, the immobilizer system is activated using an ignition key equipped with an electronic chip. When the immobilizer is activated, a special control lamp on the instrument panel begins to flash continuously.
Anti-theft alarm system
Note: Locking and unlocking the doors with the key does not turn the anti-theft alarm on/off.
The anti-theft system includes switch sensors for all doors, the hood and the tailgate/trunk lid. In addition to the door sensor-switches, the car interior is equipped with a motion-activated ultrasonic transmitter with tracking sensors mounted in the overhead console. If for any reason there is a failure of the single lock remote control when the anti-theft alarm system is activated, the system can be disarmed manually with the key. Open the door with the key, then enter the vehicle interior - the alarm will be triggered when the door is opened. Now open the storage compartment and turn the anti-theft system isolating switch to the OFF position.
When the anti-theft alarm is activated by means of the remote control of the single lock, the alarm siren will sound once, and the indicator lamp should also turn on and start flashing continuously; otherwise, check the position of the system isolation switch in the glove compartment. If the siren sounds but the indicator lamp does not come on, check that all doors/hood/trunk lid are closed tightly.
To deactivate the anti-theft system, unlock the doors using the single lock remote control, then open the duffel box lid and turn the anti-theft system isolating switch to the OFF position. To reactivate the system, turn the switch to the ON position, then lock the doors with the remote control and unlock them again (again using the remote control).
If the anti-theft alarm system malfunctions, the car should be taken to a specialized auto service workshop.
Engine immobilization system
Models equipped with a single lock
Note: If the remote control of the single lock fails with the doors locked, use the spare remote control included in the standard vehicle package. If this is not possible, contact the specialists of the Renault branded service center for help, since the immobilization system will not allow the engine to be started.
On models equipped with a single lock, the engine immobilization system is switched on and off automatically using the remote control.
When the doors are locked using the remote control, the immobilizer is activated, which is indicated by the activation of the control lamp installed in the instrument panel, which begins to flash continuously. When the doors are unlocked, the lamp should go out. When the ignition is turned on, the control lamp of the engine immobilization system briefly turns on. After a few seconds, the lamp should go out again, which indicates that the immobilizer has received the correct signal and the engine can be started.
If the indicator lamp continues to light after the ignition is turned on, or starts to flash while the engine is running, the vehicle should be taken to a service station to have the system diagnosed and any necessary repairs performed.
Models without a single lock
Note: If the ignition key equipped with a microchip is lost or damaged and it is not possible to use a spare set, you should contact the specialists of the Renault branded service center for help, since starting the engine in this case is not possible.
On models not equipped with a single lock, the engine immobilizer is switched on and off using an ignition key equipped with a microchip.
The immobilization system is activated automatically when the ignition is switched off. At the same time, the control lamp built into the instrument panel is switched on and starts to flash continuously. When the key is inserted into the ignition switch and turned to position M, the control lamp should turn on for a few seconds and then go out, which indicates that the system has received the required signal from the microchip and the engine can be started.
If the warning light comes on or starts flashing while the engine is running, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized Renault service station to have the system diagnosed and any necessary repairs carried out.
Disconnecting the battery
Before disconnecting the battery, the anti-theft alarm system must be deactivated by turning the isolation switch to the OFF position (see above). Otherwise, the alarm siren will sound when the battery is disconnected [connected?]. Remember to turn the isolation switch to the ON position after restoring the electrical connections.