engine coolant RENAULT ALASKAN 2017 User Guide

When the ABS senses that one or more wheels are
close to locking up, the actuator rapidly applies and
releases hydraulic pressure. This action is similar to
pumping the brakes very quickly. You may feel a
pulsation in the brake pedal and hear anoise from
under the bonnet or feel avibration from the actua-
tor when it is operating. This is normal and indicates
that the ABS is operating properly. However, the
pulsation may indicate that road conditions are haz-
ardous and extra care is required while driving.
When the differential lock (where fitted) is engaged,
the ABS warning light illuminates. This indicates that
the anti-lock function is not fully operating. (See
“Rear differential locking system (where fitted)” ear-
lier in this section for the rear differential lock func-
tion.) WARNING
• Whatever the condition, drive with caution.
Accelerate and decelerate with great care. If
accelerating or decelerating too fast, the drive
wheels will lose even more traction.
• Allow more stopping distance in cold weather
driving. Braking should be started sooner than
on dry pavement.
• Keep at
agreater distance from the vehicle in
front of you on slippery roads.
• Wet ice (0°C, 32°F and freezing rain), very cold
snow and ice can be slick and very difficult to
drive on. The vehicle will have
alot less trac-
tion or grip under these conditions. Try to
avoid driving on wet ice until the road is salted
or sanded.
• Watch for slippery spots (glaring ice). These
may appear on an otherwise clear road in
shaded areas. If
apatch of ice is seen ahead,
brake before reaching it. Try not to brake while
actually on the ice, and avoid any sudden
steering manoeuvres.
• Do not use cruise control on slippery roads.
• Snow can trap dangerous exhaust gas under
your vehicle. Keep snow clear of the exhaust
pipe and from around your vehicle. BATTERY
If the battery is not fully charged during extremely
cold weather conditions, the battery fluid may freeze
and damage the battery. To maintain maximum effi-
ciency, the battery should be checked regularly. For
details, see “Battery” in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
ENGINE COOLANT
If the vehicle is to be left outside without anti-freeze,
drain the cooling system, including the engine block.
Refill before operating the vehicle. For details, see
“Engine cooling system” in the “8. Maintenance and
do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
TYRE EQUIPMENT
1. If you have snow tyres installed on the front/rear
wheels of your vehicle, they should be of the
same size, loading range, construction and type
(bias, bias-belted or radial) as the rear/front tyres.
2. If the vehicle is to be operated in severe winter conditions, snow tyres should be installed on all
four wheels.
3. For additional traction on icy roads, studded tyres may be used. However, some countries, prov-
inces and states prohibit their use. Check local,
state and provincial laws before installing stud-
ded tyres.
Skid and traction capabilities of studded snow
tyres, on wet or dry surfaces, may be poorer
than that of non-studded snow tyres.
COLD WEATHER DRIVING
Starting and driving5-51

11. Start the engine of the jumped vehicle
jBi nthe
normal manner.
CAUTION
Never keep the starter motor engaged for
more than 10 seconds. If the engine does not
start right away, place the ignition switch in
the “LOCK” position and wait at least 10 sec-
onds before trying again.
12. After the engine is started, carefully disconnect the jumper cables in the opposite sequence
from that illustrated ( ➃,
➂ ,
➁ ,
➀ ).
13. Remove and dispose of the cloth properly as it may be contaminated with corrosive acid.
14. Replace the vent caps, if removed. Do not attempt to start the engine by pushing the
vehicle.
CAUTION
• Automatic Transmission (AT) model cannot
be started by pushing. Attempting to do so
may cause damage to the transmission.
• Three-way catalyst equipped model should
not be started by pushing. Attempting to do
so may cause damage to the three-way cata-
lyst.
• Diesel Oxidation Catalyst equipped model
should not be started by pushing. Attempting
to do so may cause damage to the catalyst.
• Never try to start the engine by towing. When
the engine starts, the forward surge could
cause the vehicle to collide with the towing
vehicle. WARNING
• Never continue driving if your vehicle over-
heats. Doing so could cause engine damage
and/or avehicle fire.
• Never open the bonnet if steam is coming
out.
• Never remove the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap while the engine is hot. If the radiator
or coolant reservoir cap is removed when the
engine is hot, pressurised hot water will spurt
out and possibly cause burning, scalding or
serious injury.
• If steam or coolant is coming from the engine,
stand clear of the vehicle to prevent getting
scalded.
• The engine cooling fan can start at any time
when the coolant temperature exceeds pre-
set degrees.
• Be careful not to allow your hands, hair, jewel-
lery or clothing to come into contact with, or
to get caught in the cooling fan or drive belts.
If your vehicle is overheating, or if you feel alack of
engine power, detect unusual noise, etc., take the
following steps:
1. Safely move the vehicle off the road away from traffic.
2. Turn on the hazard indicator flashers.
3. Apply the parking brake.
PUSH STARTING
IF YOUR VEHICLE OVERHEATS
6-12 In case of emergency

4.
Automatic transmission model:
Move the shift lever to the P(Park) position.
Manual transmission model:
Move the shift lever to the N(Neutral) position.
DO NOT STOP THE ENGINE.
5. Open all the windows.
6. Turn off the air conditioner. Move the tempera- ture control to maximum hot and the fan control
to high speed.
7. Get out from the vehicle.
8. Visually inspect and listen for steam or coolant escaping from the radiator before opening the
bonnet. Wait until no steam or coolant can be
seen before proceeding.
9. Open the engine bonnet.
10. Visually inspect if the cooling fan is running.
11. Visually inspect the radiator and radiator hoses for leakage. If the cooling fan is not running or
the coolant is leaking, stop the engine.
12. After the engine cools down, check the coolant level in the reservoir with the engine running.
Do not open the radiator or coolant reservoir
cap.
13. Add coolant to the reservoir if necessary.
Have your vehicle inspected/repaired at an
approved dealer or qualified workshop. When towing your vehicle, local regulations for tow-
ing must be followed. Incorrect towing equipment
could damage your vehicle. To assure proper tow-
ing and to prevent accidental damage to your ve-
hicle, RENAULT recommends that you have profes-
sional road assistance personnel tow your vehicle. It
is advisable to have the professional road assistant
carefully read the following precautions.
TOWING PRECAUTIONS
• Be sure that the transmission, steering system
and powertrain are in working condition before
towing. If any units are damaged, the vehicle
must be towed using
adolly or flatbed tow truck.
(Two- Wheel Drive (2WD) model)
• RENAULT recommends that your vehicle be
towed with the driving wheels off the ground.
(Two- Wheel Drive (2WD) model)
• To tow
avehicle with automatic transmission,
and appropriate vehicle dolly MUSTbe placed
under the towed vehicles drive wheels. Always
follow the dolly manufacturer’s recommenda-
tions when using their product.
• Always attach safety chains before towing.
• Never tow Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) model with
any of the wheels on the ground as this may
cause serious and expensive damage to the driv-
etrain. TOWING RECOMMENDED BY
RENAULT
Towing Two-Wheel Drive (2WD) models
Front wheels on the ground:
1. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position and
turn all accessories off. NCE482
TOWING YOUR VEHICLE
In case of emergency6-13

8
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance and do-it-yourself
Maintenance requirements ....................................... 8-2 Scheduled maintenance...................................... 8-2
General maintenance .......................................... 8-2
Where to go for service ...................................... 8-2
General maintenance ............................................... 8-2 Explanation of general maintenance items ........... 8-2
Maintenance precautions .................................... 8-4
Engine compartment check locations ....................... 8-5
Engine cooling system ............................................. 8-5 Checking engine coolant level............................. 8-6
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-6
Engine oil................................................................. 8-6
Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-6
Changing engine oil and oil filter ......................... 8-7
Protect environment ............................................ 8-7
AdBlue® tank (where fitted for diesel engine
model) ..................................................................... 8-7 Refilling the AdBlue® tank .................................. 8-7
Drive belt ................................................................. 8-8
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) (where fitted).... 8-8 7-speed Automatic Transmission (AT) model....... 8-8
Power steering fluid ................................................. 8-8
Brakes ..................................................................... 8-9 Checking parking brake ...................................... 8-9
Checking footbrake ............................................ 8-9
Brake booster ..................................................... 8-9
Brake fluid ............................................................... 8-10
Clutch fluid (where fitted) ......................................... 8-11 Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-11
Battery..................................................................... 8-12
Vehicle battery .................................................... 8-13
Remote controller battery (where fitted) .............. 8-13
Remote Control Key battery (where fitted)........... 8-14
Air cleaner filter........................................................ 8-15
Wiper blades ........................................................... 8-16 Windscreen wiper blades ................................... 8-16
Variable voltage control system (where fitted) ........... 8-17
Fuses ...................................................................... 8-18 Engine compartment ........................................... 8-18
Passenger compartment ..................................... 8-19
Lights ...................................................................... 8-20
Headlights .......................................................... 8-20
Exterior lights ...................................................... 8-21
Interior lights....................................................... 8-22
Light locations .................................................... 8-23
Tyres and wheels ..................................................... 8-26 Tyre inflation pressure......................................... 8-26
Types of tyres ..................................................... 8-26
Tyre chains ......................................................... 8-27
Tyre rotation ....................................................... 8-27
Tyre wear and damage ....................................... 8-28
Tyre age ............................................................. 8-28
Changing tyres and wheels................................. 8-28
Wheel balance.................................................... 8-28
Spare tyre .......................................................... 8-28

Windscreen wiper and washer*:
Check that the wipers and washer operate properly
and that the wipers do not streak.
Under bonnet and vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked periodically (for example, each time you
check the engine oil or refuel).
Battery (except for maintenance free batter-
ies)*:
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be be-
tween the <UPPER> and <LOWER> lines. Vehicles
operated in high temperatures or under severe con-
ditions require frequent checks of the battery fluid
level.
Brake (and clutch) fluid level(s)*:
For Manual Transmission (MT) model: make sure
that the brake and clutch fluid levels are between
the <MAX> and <MIN> lines on the reservoirs.
Except for Manual Transmission (MT) model: make
sure that the brake fluid level is between the <MAX>
and <MIN> lines on the reservoir.
Engine coolant level*:
Check the coolant level when the engine is cold.
Make sure that the coolant level is between the
<MAX> and <MIN> lines on the reservoir.
Engine drive belt(s)*:
Make sure that drive belt(s) is/are not frayed, worn,
cracked or oily. Engine oil level*:
Check the level after parking the vehicle (on
alevel
ground) and turning off the engine.
Fluid leaks:
Check under the vehicle for fuel, oil, water or other
fluid leaks after the vehicle has been parked for a
while. Water dripping from the air conditioner after
use is normal. If you should notice any leaks or if fuel
fumes are evident, check for cause and have it cor-
rected immediately.
Power steering fluid level and lines*:
Check the level when the fluid is cold, with the en-
gine off. Check the lines for proper attachment,
leaks, cracks, etc.
Windscreen washer fluid*:
Check that there is adequate fluid in the reservoir.
MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS
When performing any inspection or maintenance
work on your vehicle, always take care to prevent
serious accidental injury to yourself or damage to
the vehicle. The following are general precautions
which should be closely observed. WARNING
• Park the vehicle on
alevel surface, apply the
parking brake securely and block the wheels
to prevent the vehicle from moving. Move the
shift lever to the P(Park) position (AT model)
or the shift lever to the N(Neutral) position
(MT model). •
Be sure the ignition switch is in the LOCK
position when performing any parts replace-
ment or repairs.
• Do not work under the bonnet while the en-
gine is hot. Always turn off the engine and
wait until it cools down.
• If you must work with the engine running,
keep your hands, clothing, hair and tools away
from moving fans, belts and any other moving
parts.
• It is advisable to secure or remove any loose
clothing and any jewellery, such as rings,
watches, etc. before working on your vehicle.
• If you must run the engine in an enclosed
space such as
agarage, be sure there is
proper ventilation for exhaust gasses to es-
cape.
• DO NOT GET UNDER
AVEHICLE THAT IS
SUPPORTED BY AJACK.
• Keep smoking materials, flame and sparks
away from fuel and the battery.
• Never connect or disconnect either the bat-
tery or any transistorised component connec-
tor while the ignition switch is in the ON posi-
tion.
8-4 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

•
Your vehicle is fitted with an automatic en-
gine cooling fan. It may come on at any time
without warning, even if the ignition switch is
in the OFF position and the engine is not run-
ning. To avoid injury, always disconnect the
negative battery cable before working near
the fan.
• Always wear eye protection whenever you
work on your vehicle.
• Never leave the engine or the transmission
related component harness connector
disconnected while the ignition switch is in
the ON position.
• Avoid direct contact with used engine oil and
coolant. Improperly disposed engine oil, en-
gine coolant, and/or other vehicle fluids can
hurt the environment. Always conform to lo-
cal regulations for disposal of vehicle fluids.
This “8. Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section
provides instructions regarding only those items
which are relatively easy for an owner to perform.
You should be aware that incomplete or improper
servicing may result in operating difficulties or ex-
cessive emissions, and could affect your warranty
coverage. If in doubt about any servicing, have it
done by an approved dealer or qualified work-
shop. For an overview of the engine compartment, see
“Engine compartment” in the “0. Illustrated table
of contents” section. WARNING
• Never remove the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns
could be caused by high-pressure fluid es-
caping from the radiator. Wait until the engine
and radiator cool down.
• Engine coolant is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out of
the reach of children.
The engine cooling system is filled at the factory
with ahigh-quality, year-round, anti-freeze coolant
solution. The anti-freeze solution contains rust and
corrosion inhibitors, therefore additional cooling sys-
tem additives are not necessary.
CAUTION
• Never use any cooling system additives such
as radiator sealer. Additives may clog the
cooling system and cause damage to the en-
gine, transmission and/or cooling system.
• When adding or replacing coolant, be sure to
use the proper mixture ratio. Examples of the
mixture ratio of coolant and water are shown
in the following table: Outside
temperature
down to
Engine coolant
(concentrated) Demineralised
or distilled water
°C °F
−35 −30 50% 50%
ENGINE COMPARTMENT CHECK
LOCATIONS
ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM
Maintenance and do-it-yourself 8-5

The radiator is fitted with
apressure cap. To prevent
engine damage, use only aGenuine RENAULT ra-
diator cap or its equivalent when replacement is
required.
CHECKING ENGINE COOLANT
LEVEL
Check the coolant level in the reservoir when the
engine is cold. If the coolant level is below the <MIN>
level ➁,a
dd coolant up to the <MAX> level
➀.If
the reservoir is empty, check the coolant level in the
radiator when the engine is cold. If there is insuf-
ficient coolant in the radiator, fill the radiator with
coolant up to the filler opening and also add it to the
reservoir up to the <MAX> level ➀.T
ighten the cap
securely after adding engine coolant.
If the cooling system frequently requires coolant,
have it checked by an approved dealer or quali-
fied workshop. CHANGING ENGINE COOLANT
Contact an approved dealer or qualified workshop if
replacement is required.
Major engine cooling system repair should be per-
formed by an approved dealer or qualified work-
shop. The service procedures can be found in the
appropriate Service Manual.
Improper servicing can result in reduced heater per-
formance and engine overheating.
WARNING
• To avoid being scalded, never change the
coolant when the engine is hot.
• Never remove the radiator or coolant reser-
voir cap when the engine is hot. Serious burns
could be caused by high pressure fluid es-
caping from the radiator.
• Avoid direct skin contact with used coolant. If
skin contact is made, wash thoroughly with
soap or hand cleaner as soon as possible.
• Keep coolant out of reach of children and
pets.
Engine coolant must be disposed of properly. Check
your local regulations. CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL
1. Park the vehicle on
alevel surface and apply the
parking brake.
2. Start the engine and warm it up until the engine temperature reaches the normal operating tem-
perature (approximately 5minutes).
3. Stop the engine.
4. Wait at least 10 minutes for the engine oil to drain back to the oil pan.
5. Remove the dipstick and wipe it clean. 6. Reinsert the dipstick all the way.
7. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. It should be within the range ➀.
8. If the oil level is below ➁,r
emove the oil filler
cap and pour the recommended oil into the open-
ing. Do not overfill ➂.
When filling the engine oil, do not remove the
dipstick. JVM0528XZ
M9T 2.3DCI engine JVM0535XZ
M9T 2.3DCI engine
ENGINE OIL
8-6 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

CAUTION
•
Do not substitute anti-freeze engine coolant
for window washer solution. This may result in damage to the paint.
• Always use window washer fluid recom-
mended by an approved dealer or qualified
workshop. Caution symbols for battery
m
WARNING
➀
m No
smoking
No exposed flames No sparks Never smoke around the battery. Never expose the battery to open flames or
electrical sparks.
➁
m Shield
eyes
Handle the battery cautiously. Always wear eye protection glasses to protect
against explosion or battery acid.
➂
m Keep
away from
children Never allow children to handle the battery. Keep the battery out of reach of
children.
➃
m Battery
acid
Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces.
After handling the battery or battery cap, immediately wash your hands
thoroughly. If the battery fluid gets into your eyes, or onto your skin or clothing,
flush with water immediately for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
Battery fluid is acid. If the battery fluid gets into your eyes or onto your skin, it
could cause eyesight loss or burns.
➄
m Note
operating
instructions Before handling the battery, read this instruction carefully to ensure correct and
safe handling.
➅
m Explosive
gas Hydrogen gas, generated by battery fluid, is explosive.
BATTERY
8-12 Maintenance and do-it-yourself

–B
ooster ........................................................................V
... 8-9
–C hecking footbrake ......................................................... 8-9
–C hecking parking brake ................................................... 8-9
–E lectronic Stability Programme (ESP) ............................ 5-33
–F luid ....................................................................... 8-10, 9-2
–P ad wear warning ........................................................... 8-9
–P recautions ................................................................... 5-49
C Capacities and recommendations
–B rake and clutch fluid ...................................................... 9-2
–C oolant ........................................................................V
... 9-2
–F uel ........................................................................V
......... 9-2
–O il ........................................................................V
........... 9-2
–R efrigerant ...................................................................... 9-2
Cargo
–B ed ........................................................................V
....... 3-20
Changing
–E ngine oil filter ................................................................. 8-7
–F lat tyre ........................................................................V
... 6-3
Checking
–B attery fluid level ........................................................... 8-13
–B rake pedal ..................................................................... 8-9
–E ngine oil level ................................................................ 8-6
–P arking brake .................................................................. 8-9
Child restraints .................................................................... 1-14
–A nchorage ........................................................... 1-20, 1-21
–I SOFIX ........................................................ 1-18, 1-19, 1-22
–P recautions ................................................................... 1-14
–S eat belt installation ....................................................... 1-24
–U niversal child restraints (front and rear seats) ............... 1-15
Child safety
–S eat belts ...................................................................... 1-11
Cleaning
–C hrome parts .................................................................. 7-3 –E
xterior ........................................................................V
.... 7-2
–F loor mats ....................................................................... 7-4
–G lass ....................................................................... 7-3, 7-4
–H eadlights ..................................................................... 2-35
–I nterior ........................................................................V
.... 7-3
–S eat belts ........................................................................V
7-4
–U nderbody ...................................................................... 7-3
–W ashing ........................................................................V
.. 7-2
–W axing ........................................................................V
.... 7-2
–W heels ........................................................................V
.... 7-3
–W indow washer nozzle .................................................. 8-16
Clock ........................................................................V
.......... 2-30
Clutch
–F luid ....................................................................... 8-11, 9-2
Cockpit
–O verview ........................................................................V
. 0-6
Cold weather ...................................................................... 5-51
–B attery ........................................................................V
.. 5-51
–C orrosion protection ...................................................... 5-52
–E ngine coolant ............................................................... 5-51
–P arking brake ................................................................ 5-52
–T yre equipment .............................................................. 5-51
–W inter equipment .......................................................... 5-52
Compass
–V ehicle information display ............................................. 2-23
Console box ........................................................................V
2-39
Console side pockets .......................................................... 2-40
Coolant
–C apacity ........................................................................V
.. 9-2
–C hanging engine coolant ................................................. 8-6
–C hecking coolant level ..................................................... 8-6
–C old weather ................................................................ 5-51
–E ngine cooling system ..................................................... 8-5
Corrosion protection ............................................................. 7-5
–C old weather ................................................................ 5-52
–E nvironmental factors ...................................................... 7-5
10-2 Index

Cup holders ........................................................................V
2-40
–B ottle holder .................................................................. 2-40
D Defogger
–R
ear window ................................................................. 2-34
Diesel
–C apacity ........................................................................V
.. 9-2
–F iller lid ........................................................................V
. 3-18
–F uel recommendation ...................................................... 9-2
Dimensions ........................................................................V
... 9-5
–E ngine ........................................................................V
..... 9-3
–T yres ........................................................................V
....... 9-4
Display
–R eversing camera ............................................................ 4-7
Doors
–T ailgate ........................................................................V
. 3-20
Drive belt ........................................................................V
....... 8-8
Driving ........................................................................V
........ 5-19
–A utomatic Transmission (AT) ......................................... 5-19
–C are ........................................................................V
........ 5-8
–C old weather ................................................................ 5-51
–O n-pavement and off-road precautions ............................ 5-6
–P recautions ..................................................................... 5-3
–S top/Start System ......................................................... 5-23
–W et conditions ................................................................ 5-8
E ECO drive report ................................................................. 5-44
Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) .................................. 5-33
–O FF switch ................................................................... 5-35
Engine
–A ir cleaner filter ............................................................. 8-15 –C
hanging engine coolant ................................................. 8-6
–C hanging oil filter ............................................................ 8-7
–C hecking coolant level ..................................................... 8-6
–C hecking oil level ............................................................ 8-6
–C ompartment ................................................................ 0-11
–C ooling system ............................................................... 8-5
–D rive belt ........................................................................V
. 8-8
–O il Disposal ..................................................................... 8-7
–O verheat ....................................................................... 6-12
–S erial number .................................................................. 9-7
–S pecifications .................................................................. 9-3
–S tarting (With Remote Control Key) ............................... 5-18
–S tarting (Without Remote Control Key) .......................... 5-18
–T urbocharger .................................................................. 5-8
Exhaust gas (Carbon Monoxide) ............................................ 5-3
Exterior
–L ights —Bulb information ............................................. 8-21
–O verview ........................................................................V
. 0-3
F Filter
–A
ir cleaner ..................................................................... 8-15
Flat tyre ........................................................................V
......... 6-2
–E mergency tyre puncture repair kit ................................... 6-6
–J acking ........................................................................V
.... 6-4
–P reparing tools ................................................................ 6-2
Floor mats ........................................................................V
..... 7-4
Fluids
–A utomatic transmission Fluid (ATF) .................................. 8-8
–B rake ........................................................................V
.... 8-10
–C lutch ........................................................................V
... 8-11
–C oolant ........................................................................V
... 8-5
–P ower steering ................................................................ 8-8
–R ecommendations and capacities .................................... 9-2
–W indow washer ............................................................ 8-11
Index10-3