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    4. : My Renault Megane does not recognize the Startup Card. How can I start it?

My Renault Megane does not recognize the Startup Card. How can I start it?
Years 2008-2015

Answer

If it happens that your Renault Megan is not recognized the startup card when it is inserted: the display shows the words "Card not identified". When this message appears, the card may need to be replaced. A temporary solution is to insert into the slot, together with the card, something that acts as a thickness: like a knife. At this point the car can be started by pressing the button.
Posted on: 25 July 2022 by ScegliAuto

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