Engine Starting and Charging System Specifications Battery Characteristic Meaning Type: Acidic, low maintenance or maintenance free all models except Scenic scenic Models Only maintenance free State of charge: weak normal good 12.5 V 12.6 V 12.7 V Generator...
Charging and Starting Systems — Description and Precautions The engine electrical system consists primarily of the starting and discharging systems. Since the functions of these systems are related to engine operation, their components are considered separately from the body...
Testing and charging the battery Trial 1. If the annual mileage of the vehicle is low, check the specific gravity of the electrolyte every three months to determine the condition of the battery. Measure the specific gravity of the electrolyte with a...
Removal and installation the battery Warning! If the radio in your car is coded, make sure you know the code before disconnecting the battery. Removal All models except Scenic 1. The battery is located in the right rear part of the engine compartment...
Testing the charging system Note: See the warnings provided in Section Charging and starting systems this Chapter. 1. If the charge indicator lamp does not light when the ignition is on, first check the generator wiring for proper connection. If...
Removal and installation the generator Removal 1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Loosen the accessory drive belt as described in Chapter Maintenance and remove the drive belt from the generator pulley. Note: Renault recommends changing the drive belt...
Checking and overhauling the generator If you suspect a faulty alternator, remove it from the vehicle and have it checked by an electrician. However, before you begin work, consider the cost of repairs, as it may be more cost effective to purchase a new or...
Checking the serviceability of the starting system Note: Before you begin, refer to the "Precautions" in Section Charging and starting systems . 1. Failure of the starter when turning the ignition key to the working position may be caused by the following reasons: a)...
Removal and installation the starter Removal 1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery. Warning! If the radio in your car is coded, make sure you know the code before disconnecting the battery. Models with petrol engine 1. Remove the air filter...
Testing and overhauling the starter If the starter is suspected of being faulty, it should be removed from the vehicle and taken to a specialist for inspection and repair. However, make sure that the cost of repair does not exceed the cost of a new...
Removal and installation the ignition switch Removal 1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery. Warning! If the radio in your car is coded, make sure you know the code before disconnecting the battery. 2. Remove the steering wheel and steering column covers...
Removal and installation the oil pressure warning light switch Removal 1. On all engines except K7M, the switch is located next to the oil filter (refer to the accompanying illustration). On the K7M engine, it is located on the left front part of the cylinder block. 2. Set the...
Removal and installation the oil level sensor Removal 1. On all engines except K7M, the oil level sensor is located on the front of the cylinder block, below the oil filter (refer to the accompanying illustration). On the K7M engine it is located on the rear of the...