Renault Megane Sedan
Side lights
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Turn the ring 2 until the symbol is opposite the mark 3.
This indicator light on the instrument panel comes on.
Note: depending on the vehicle, the side lights can only be activated manually when the parking brake is applied or, depending on the vehicle, when the gear lever is in the P position.
Otherwise, the "Unavailable position lights" message is displayed on the instrument panel to inform you that it is not possible to activate the side lights.
Daytime running lights function
The daytime running lights are activated automatically, without any action on the stalk 1, when the engine is started and they are deactivated when the engine is switched off.
Dipped beam headlights
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Manual operation
Turn the ring 2 until the symbol is opposite the mark 3. This indicator light on the instrument panel comes on.
Automatic operation
(depending on the vehicle)
Rotate the ring 2 until the AUTO symbol is aligned with the mark 3: with the engine on, the dipped beam headlights switch on or off automatically according to the exterior light level, without any action on the stalk 1.
Depending on the vehicle, the dipped beam headlights will appear automatically after several sweeps of the windscreen wiper blades.
Main beam headlights
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With the engine running and the dipped beam headlights lit, push stalk 1. This indicator light on the instrument panel comes on.
To return to the dipped beam headlights position, pull the stalk 1 towards you again.
During deactivation of the main beam headlights, the dipped beam headlights return to their original position.
Automatic main beam headlights
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Depending on the vehicle, this system switches the main beam headlights on and off automatically. It uses a camera located behind the interior rear view mirror to detect vehicles that are being followed and those coming in the opposite direction.
tip
The system may encounter difficulties under certain conditions, including:
- extreme weather conditions (rain, snow, fog, etc.);
- obstruction in front of the windscreen or camera;
- when a following or oncoming vehicle has weak or hidden lighting;
- incorrect settings for the front headlights;
- reflecting systems;
- ...
The main beam headlights come on automatically if:
- the exterior light level is low;
- no other vehicle or lighting is detected;
- the vehicle speed is above approximately 25 mph (40 km/h).
If any of the above conditions are not fulfilled, the system switches to dipped beam headlights.
Note: make sure the windscreen is not obscured (dirt, mud, snow, condensation, etc.).
Activation/deactivation
To activate the automatic main beam headlights:
- rotate the ring 2 until the AUTO symbol is aligned with the mark 3;
- push the stalk 1.
Warning light
comes on the instrument panel.
To deactivate the automatic main beam headlights:
- pull the stalk 1;
- or turn the ring 2 to a position other than AUTO.
Warning light
goes out on the instrument panel.
Note: make sure the windscreen is not obscured (dirt, mud, snow, condensation, etc.).
Operating faults
If the "Check automatic lighting" message appears on the instrument panel, the system is deactivated.
Consult an approved Dealer.
warning
Using a portable navigation system at night in the windscreen area below the camera may disturb the operation of the "automatic main beam headlights" system (risk of reflection on the windscreen).
warning
The "automatic main beam headlights" system should under no circumstances be used to replace the driver's attention and responsibility with regard to vehicle lighting and adapting to light, visibility and traffic conditions.
Switching off the lights
The lights will go out automatically when the engine is switched off, the driver's door is opened or the vehicle is locked. In this case, the next time the engine is started the lights will be switched back on according to the position of the ring 2.
Note: if the fog lights are lit, the lights are not switched off automatically.
Lights-on reminder audible alarm
If the lights are on after the engine is switched off, a warning beep sounds when the driver’s door is opened to warn you that the lights are still on.
Operating faults
If the "Check lighting" message appears accompanied by the
warning light and the
warning light flashes on the instrument panel, this indicates a lighting fault.
Consult an approved dealer.
Welcome and goodbye function
(depending on the vehicle)
Once the function is activated, the daytime running lights and the rear side lights will light up automatically upon detection of the card or when the vehicle is unlocked.
They switch off automatically:
- approximately one minute after lighting up;
- when starting the engine, based on the position of the lighting stalk;
or
- upon locking the vehicle.
Activating/deactivating the function
For activation or deactivation of the external welcome, refer to the multimedia instructions.
Select "ON " or "OFF ".
"See-me-home lighting" function
This function enables you to briefly switch on the side lights and dipped beam headlights (e.g. to provide light when opening a gate).
With the engine stopped, the lights off and the ring 2 in position AUTO, pull the stalk 1 towards you: the side lights and dipped beam headlights will switch on for approximately 30 seconds along with the
and
warning lights on the instrument panel.
To increase this duration, you may pull the stalk up to four times (total time restricted to approximately two minutes).
The "Lighting on during _ _ _" message appears with the lighting time on the instrument panel to confirm the action. You can then lock your vehicle.
To switch off the lights before they switch off automatically, turn the ring 2 to any position, then return it to AUTO position.
Front fog lights
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Turn centre ring 4 on the stalk 1 until the symbol faces mark 3, then release it.
Operation of the fog lights depends on the exterior lighting selected, and an indicator light will light up on the instrument panel.
Rear fog lights
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Turn centre ring 4 on the stalk until the symbol faces mark 3, then release it.
Operation of the fog lights depends on the exterior lighting selected, and an indicator light will light up on the instrument panel.
Do not forget to switch off the fog lights when they are no longer needed, to avoid inconveniencing other road users.
Switching off the lights
Rotate the centre ring 4 again to align the mark 3 with the symbol for the fog lights. The corresponding indicator light on the instrument panel goes out.
The rear fog lights switch off when the exterior lights are switched off.
tip
When driving in fog or snow, or when transporting objects which are higher than the roof, the headlights do not come on automatically.
The fog lights are controlled by the driver: indicator lights on the instrument panel inform you whether they are on (indicator light on) or off (indicator light off).