oil RENAULT TWINGO 2012 2.G Owners Manual

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ELF has developed a complete range of lubricants for RENAULT:
f engine oils
f manual and automatic gearbox oils
Benefiting from the research applied to Formula 1,
lubricants are very high-tech products.
Updated with the help of RENAULT’s technical
teams, this range is perfectly compatible with the
specific features of the brand’s vehicles.
f ELF lubricants enhance
your vehicle’s performance significantly.
RENAULT recommends approved ELF lubricants for oil changes and top-ups.
Contact your RENAULT Dealer or visit www.lubrifiants.elf.com
Warning: to ensure the engine operates optimally, the use
of a lubricant may be restricted to certain vehicles. Please
refer to your maintenance document.
RENAULT recommends ELF

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ÄToxic Fume Filter system
Warning Light
For vehicles equipped with this option,
the light comes on when the ignition is
switched on then goes out.
If it comes on continuously, consult your
approved dealer as soon as possible.
If it flashes, reduce the engine speed
until the light stops flashing.
Contact your approved dealer as soon
as possible.
R e f e r t o t h e i n f o r m a t i o n o n
“Antipollution, fuel economy and driv -
ing” in Section 2.
Esp warning light
Please refer to the informa -
tion on the “Electronic stability program
(ESP) with understeer control and trac-
tion control (ASR)” in Section 2.
INsTRUMENT p ANEL: warning lights (2/4)
ÚBattery charge warning light
This lights up when the ignition
is switched on and goes out after a few
seconds. If it comes on together with
the
û warning light and a beep,
it indicates that the electrical circuit is
overcharged or undercharged.
If it flashes on its own, this indicates
that the battery is low. Stop as soon as
traffic conditions allow and contact an
approved dealer.
ÀOil pressure warning light
This lights up when the ignition is
switched on and goes out after a few
seconds.
If it comes on when the vehicle is being
driven, accompanied by the
û
warning light and a beep, it is essential
to stop and switch off the ignition.
Check the oil level. If the level is normal,
the indicator light is being lit by some-
thing else.
Contact an approved dealer.
ÔCoolant temperature warn -
ing light
If it shows a steady light, stop and let
the engine idle for a minute or two. The
temperature should lower and the warn-
ing light should go out. Let the engine
cool down before checking the coolant.
Contact an approved dealer.
The presence and operation of the warning lights DEpEND ON ThE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY.

mileage before service .......................................... (current page)
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Examples of display selections
by repeatedly pressing button 2Interpreting the display selected
Mileage before service
Distance remaining until the next oil change.
There are several scenarios:
– distance less than 900 miles (1,500 km). It appears on the display for approxi -
mately 8 seconds when the ignition is switched on as soon as the distance is
less than or equal to 900 miles (1,500 km).
– distance less than 0 miles/km. The
© indicator light will light up on the
instrument panel.
The vehicle requires an oil change as soon as possible.
NB: depending on the vehicle, the mileage before an oil change varies according to the driving style (frequent driving at low
speed, door-to-door journeys, extensive use at idle speed, towing a trailer etc.). The distance remaining until the next oil change
can therefore decrease more quickly in some cases than the actual distan\
ce travelled.
The oil change intervals are independent of the vehicle’s maintenance schedule: please refer to your vehicle’s Maintenance
Document.
Resetting: to reset the mileage before an oil change, press and hold one of the display reset buttons for approximately 10 sec-
onds until the display shows the mileage permanently.
The display of information shown below DEpENDs ON ThE VEhICLE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY.

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Environnement (sans marque) (X44 - X45 - X77 - X81 - X85 - X90 - X91 - X83 - X61 - TEST - X95 - J95 - R95 - F90 Ph2 - X33 - X47 - X43 - X38 - H79 - X62 - X32 - X09 -
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Environment
eNvIRoNMeNt
emissions
Your vehicle has been designed to
emit fewer greenhouse gases (CO2)
while in use, and therefore to consume
less fuel (eg. 140 g/km, equivalent to
5.3 l/100 km for a diesel vehicle).
Our vehicles are also equipped with a
particle filter system including a cata -
lytic converter, an oxygen sensor and
an active carbon filter (the latter pre -
vents vapour from the fuel tank being
released into the open air).
For certain diesel vehicles, this system
also has a particle filter to reduce the
volume of soot particles emitted.
Please make your own
contribution towards
protecting the environment
too
– Worn parts replaced in the course of
routine vehicle maintenance (vehi -
cle battery, oil filter, air filter, batter -
ies, etc.) and oil containers (empty or
filled with used oil) must be disposed
of through specialist organisations. –
At the end of the vehicle’s service
life, it should be sent to approved
centres to ensure that it is recycled.
– In all cases, comply with local legis -
lation.
Recycling
Your vehicle is 85% recyclable and
95% recoverable.
To achieve these objectives, many of
the vehicle components have been de-
signed to enable them to be recycled.
The materials and structures have
been carefully designed to allow these
components to be easily removed and
reprocessed by specialist companies.
In order to preserve raw material re -
sources, this vehicle incorporates nu -
merous parts made from recycled plas-
tics or renewable materials (vegetable
or animal-derived materials such as
cotton or wool).
Your vehicle has been designed with
respect for the
environment in mind for
its entire service life: during production,
use and at the end of its life.
This commitment is illustrated by the of
the manufacturer eco² signature.Manufacture
Your vehicle has been manufactured at
a factory which complies with a policy
to reduce the environmental impact
on the surrounding areas (reduction of
water and energy consumption, visual
and noise pollution, atmospheric emis-
sions and waste water; sorting and re-
using waste).

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Starting
The display shows N (neutral) and A
(automatic mode).
Forwards gear
– With the brake pedal depressed,
push the selector lever forwards and
release it (the number 1 will appear
on the display);
– release the brake pedal and acceler-
ate gently to move forwards.
Reverse
– With your foot on the brake pedal,
push the selector lever towards the
right and backwards, and then re -
lease it.
Reverse gear is engaged (letter R
appears on the display).
– release the brake pedal then accel -
erate gently to move backwards. The
engine’s idle speed is sufficient for
parking manoeuvres.
When the vehicle is stationary, push
the selector lever towards the front to
engage a forwards gear.
operation
Switch on the ignition.
The display on the instrument panel
switches on. If neutral (N) is displayed,
start the engine but do not depress the
accelerator.
If a gear other than neutral ( N) is dis -
played, it will flash; starting is possi-
ble if you depress the brake pedal
(indicator light 4 will come on if you
forget) when holding the key in the
starting position.
The gear will automatically change to
neutral (N) and the engine will start.
You may also select neutral after
switching on the ignition by pushing the
lever to the right whilst depressing the
brake pedal.
When the engine is running, automatic
mode will be selected by default.
Note: if the display does not light up
when the ignition is switched on (dis -
charged battery), do not attempt to start
the engine by pushing the vehicle. Shifting to neutral
With the brake pedal depressed, push
the lever to the right.
Note:
when the vehicle is stationary,
you must depress the brake pedal to
engage or disengage a gear. Otherwise,
warning light 4 will light up.
QUIcKShIFt GeARBoX (2/5)
4
The oil level in the automatic gearbox system reservoir is variable depending on use. Adding oil is strictly forbidden
(except by qualified approved network personnel).

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Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Engine oil level: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
topping up/filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5
Engine oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6
Levels: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7
Coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8
Windscreen washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
Tyre pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12
Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13
Interior trim maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.15

engine oil level ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
dipstick.................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil capacity ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
maintenance: mechanical ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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It is normal for an engine to use oil for
lubrication and cooling of moving parts
and it is normal to top up the level be-
tween oil changes.
However, contact an approved dealer if
more than 0.5 litres is being consumed
every 600 miles (1,000 km) after the
running in period.
Oil change frequency: check the oil
level from time to time and always
before any long journey to avoid the
risk of damaging your engine.
Engine oil level:
general information
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information
Consult an approved dealer at once
if you notice an abnormal or re -
peated drop in any of the fluid levels.
Exceeding the maximum
engine oil level
The oil level should only be read with
the dipstick as explained above.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum
level, do not start your vehicle and
contact an approved Dealer.
In order to prevent splashing, it is
recommended that a funnel be used
when topping up/filling the oil.
Reading the level using the
dipstick
– remove the dipstick (refer to the fol-
lowing pages for its location) and
wipe it with a clean lint-free cloth;
– push in the dipstick as far as it will
go;
– take out the dipstick again;
– read the level: it should never fall
below minimum mark A or exceed
maximum mark B.
Once the operation has been com -
pleted, ensure that the dipstick is
pushed in as far as it will go or that
the “cap-type dipstick” is completely
screwed in.
Under no circumstances
should maximum filling
level B be exceeded: this
could damage the engine
and the catalytic converter.
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera -
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
A
B

engine oil capacity ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
maintenance: mechanical ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
dipstick.................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
levels: engine oil ........................................ (up to the end of the DU)
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topping up/filling
Special features of 1.2 16V
engines
To unclip the dipstick, lever it by hand
while pressing engine cover A.
Topping up/fillingThe vehicle must be parked on level
ground and the engine should be cold
(for instance, before the engine is
started up for the first time in the day). –
Unscrew cap 1;
– top up the level (as a guide, the ca-
pacity between the minimum and
maximum reading on dipstick 2 is
between 1.5 and 2 litres, depending
on the engine);
– wait for approximately 10 minutes to
allow the oil to flow into the engine;
– check the level using dipstick 2 (as
described above).
Once the operation has been com -
pleted, ensure that the dipstick is
pushed in as far as it will go or that the
cap-type dipstick is completely screwed
in.
Engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up/filling (1/2)
Do not exceed the max level and
do not forget to refit cap 1 and dip-
stick 2.
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2
1
2

oil change .............................................................. (current page)
filter oil filter ............................................................. (current page)
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Filling: take care when
topping up the oil that
no oil drips onto engine
components - risk of fire.
Remember to refit the cap securely
as there is a risk of fire if oil splashes
onto hot engine components.
Never run the engine in an
enclosed space as exhaust
gases are poisonous.
Consult your approved Dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
Oil change
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for your
vehicle.
Average capacities for oil change (in-
cluding oil filter for information).
1.2 16V engine: 4.35 litres
1.5 dCi engine: 4.4 litres
Engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
Engine oil change : if you
are changing the oil when
the engine is hot, be careful
not to scald yourself if the
oil overflows.
The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera -
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up/filling (2/2)ENGINE OIL ChANGE
Engine oil change

engine oil level ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
brake fluid .............................................................. (current page)
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Levels:
Brake fluid
Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our
Technical Department (and taken from
a sealed container).
Replacement intervals:
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
Brake fluid
The level should be read with the engine
switched off and on level ground.
This should be checked frequently,
and immediately if you notice even the
slightest loss in braking efficiency. Level
It is normal for the level to drop as the
brake shoes become worn, but it must
never drop lower than the
“MIN” warn-
ing line on the reservoir 1.
If you wish to check the disc and drum
wear yourself, you should obtain the
document explaining the checking pro-
cedure from our network or from the
manufacturer’s web site.
LEVELS (1/3)
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.The engine may be hot
when carrying out opera -
tions in close proximity. In
addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
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