FAQ

[Ray]

I'm compiling a new list of FAQ questions to add.

Please feel free to add your questions here and i'll do my best to get the answers.

such as:
How do i get the spanner icon off after servicing?
how do i get the change oil sign to go away?
what bulbs do I need?
what oil filter do I need?
What oil type is recommended for my engine and example of such...

etc... keep them coming in!

[Ray]

also, if you have something you'd like to author and add yourself, make a new topic and mark it for my attention in the subject line "for faq" or something obvious and i'll move it over!

[Bumpy macaroon]

How to power radio wipers windows etc with out starting engine:
for models without keyless start,
card in slot press start without depressing brake or clutch
would think for keyless start you will just press start button without depressing brake/clutch

[Bumpy macaroon]

How to lock doors without keycard or card broken:
Stop engine,
ensure card is out of slot,
open door leave open,
press and hold in door lock/unlock button, you will hear click then after approx 5 seconds you will hear a louder clunk and dash display will go out,
get out of car and close door, all doors should be locked, courtesy lights will go out after a delay.
(remember to take card with you and if its not working will have to use emergency key to get back in)

[Bumpy macaroon]

Ray, had a homer moment have put two topics in everthing else for your attn ref above two replies...
Bump go the brain cells

[pw981]

how to unlock the steering lock/have power steering assistance/etc without the engine started:

card in slot, feet off all pedals, press the start button for 5 seconds, steering will unlock.

[d.jessop]

Any ideas how i can manually check my oil level on a 54 plate Megane. I've checked under the bonnet, but can't find a dip stick

[wanda]

How to change the main light bulb.

[andywills]

Any ideas how i can manually check my oil level on a 54 plate Megane. I've checked under the bonnet, but can't find a dip stick

its a front of the engine in front of the radiator/fan, right at the bottom. its tiny, but its there

[billibob]

HI Guys, I am new to this so I hope someone can help. I am running a 54 plate scenic and servicing costs the way they are I am going to do it myself, how do you reset the service schedule (get rid of the spanner) where is the diagnostic socket ? Also when opening the n/side front elec window it just dropped and I had to lift it and wedge it to keep it closed. Is this common and is it easy to fix, thought I would ask before I start to strip off the door panel. hope someone can help.

[Ray]

resetting the service indicator is (or was) in the faq. else it's in the forums if you use the search function

diagnostic socket is under the card reader.

re:window, you might need a new regulator. common prob.

[andypye]

Water in door card storage area - I had this looked at approx 18 months ago at a local dealer and they fixed it now out of warranty and looking to see if it's something I can fix myself.

[boydy]

i had this prob and for the life of me i cant find how the water got in ?? realy weird

[Ray]

that'd be the coming from the speakers no?

[rockerdunn]

Im sorry to ask such silly questions but I dont really know anything about cars, so id like a little a bit of help, even if they do seem obvious.

I currently have a Renault Megane DYNAMIQUE VVT 03 1.6. As I bought the car without a handbook :
I am just wondering what pressure should the tyres be?
How often do I put new oil in the car? What oil is best?
Is the little spanner flashing on my screen a problem?

Again I know these are silly questions but I would be very grateful for your help.

Thanks.