Renault Megane Sedan
Breakdown recovery
Before towing, put the gearbox in neutral, unlock the steering column and release the parking brake.
On vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox, if it is not possible to set the gear lever to N position, please consult an authorised dealer.
Steering column unlocking
Insert the key into the ignition or press the engine start button for two seconds with the card on you (depending on the vehicle).
Reposition the lever to neutral (position N for vehicles fitted with an automatic gearbox).
The steering column unlocks and the accessory functions are powered: you can use the vehicle's lights (direction indicators, brake lights, etc.). At night the vehicle must have its lights on.
Depending on the vehicle, once you have finished towing, press the engine start button twice (risk of running down the battery).
The speed specified by current legislation for towing must always be observed. If you are driving the towing vehicle, do not exceed the maximum towing weight for your vehicle Weights (in kg).
Towing a vehicle with an automatic gearbox
Transport the vehicle on a trailer or tow it with the front wheels off the ground.
In exceptional circumstances, you may tow it with all four wheels on the ground, forwards only, with the gear lever in neutral position N over a maximum distance of 50 miles (80 km) and not exceeding a speed of 16 mph (25 km/h).
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Do not remove the key from the ignition switch, or leave the card in the vehicle during towing (depending on the vehicle).
Risk of the steering column locking.
If the lever is stuck in P, even though you are depressing the brake pedal, the lever can be released manually.
To do this, unclip the base of the lever then insert a tool (rigid rod) into the slot 1 while simultaneously pressing the button 2 in order to unlock the lever.
Contact your approved Dealer as soon as possible;
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When the engine is stopped, steering and braking assistance are no longer provided.
Access to towing points
Only use the front 3 and rear 6 towing points.
(never use the drive shafts or any other part of the vehicle)
These towing points may only be used for towing: never use them for lifting the vehicle directly or indirectly.
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Do not leave the tools unsecured inside the vehicle as they may be projected during braking.
Front towing point 3
Press zone A and maintain the pressure while pulling on zone B to open the flap 4.
Rear towing point 6
Press zone C and maintain the pressure while pulling on zone D to open the flap 7.
Tighten the towing eye 5 by hand as far as possible.
You must only use the towing eye 5Tools.
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Ensure that the towing ring is bolted correctly.
Risk of losing the towed object.
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- Use a rigid tow 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 31 mph (50 km/h).