Charging and starting systems Renault Megane 1

Specifications for engine starting and charging systems
Battery Characteristic Meaning Type: Acidic, low maintenance or maintenance free All models except Scenic Scenic Models Maintenance free only Charge level: Weak Normal Good 12.5 V 12.6 V 12.7 V Generator Characteristic...

Charging and Starting Systems — Description and Precautions
The engine electrical system consists mainly of starting and discharging systems. Since the functions of these systems are related to the operation of the engine, their components are considered separately from the...

Testing and charging the battery
Trial 1. If the vehicle has a low annual mileage, check the electrolyte density every three months to determine the condition of the battery. Measure the density of the electrolyte with a hydrometer and compare the...

Removing and installing the battery
Attention! If the radio in your car is coded, make sure you know the code before disconnecting the battery. Removing All models except Scenic 1. The battery is located in the right rear of the engine compartment (refer...

Charge system test
Note. See the warnings in Section Charge and launch systems of this Chapter. 1. If the charge control lamp does not light when the ignition is on, first check the reliability of the generator wiring connection. If the...

Removal and installation of the generator
Removing 1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery. Loosen the tension of the auxiliary drive belt as described in Chapter Maintenance and remove the drive belt from the alternator pulley. Note. Renault recommends...

Checking and overhauling the generator
If the alternator is suspected to be faulty, remove it from the vehicle and have it checked by an electrician. However, before you get started, evaluate the cost of repairs, as it may be more cost effective to purchase...

Checking the health of the launch system
Note. Before starting, see "Precautions", given in Section Charge and launch systems . 1. Failure of the starter when the ignition key is turned to the working position can be caused by the following reasons: a) Battery...

Removal and installation of a starter
Removing 1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery. Attention! If the radio in your car is coded, make sure you know the code before disconnecting the battery. Petrol engine models 1. Remove a casing of the air...

Starter test and overhaul
If the starter is suspected to be defective, it must be removed from the vehicle and taken to a specialist for inspection and repair. However, make sure that the repair cost does not exceed the cost of a new starter.

Removal and installation of the ignition switch
Removing 1. Disconnect the ground cable from the battery. Attention! If the radio in your car is coded, make sure you know the code before disconnecting the battery. 2. Remove a steering wheel and casings of a steering...

Removal and installation of the switch of a control lamp of pressure of oil
Removing 1. On all engines except K7M, the switch is located next to the oil filter (refer to accompanying illustration). On the K7M engine, it is located on the left front of the cylinder block. 2. Engage the...

Removal and installation of the oil level sensor
Removing 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 accompanying illustration). On the K7M engine, it is located on the back of the...