steering RENAULT ALASKAN 2017 Workshop Manual

While driving on
aslippery surface, be careful when
braking, accelerating or downshifting. Abrupt brak-
ing or acceleration could cause the wheels to skid
and result in an accident.
Wet brakes
When the vehicle is washed or driven through wa-
ter, the brakes may get wet. As aresult, your brak-
ing distance will be longer and the vehicle may pull
to one side during braking.
To dry the brakes, drive the vehicle at asafe speed
while lightly depressing the footbrake pedal to heat
up the brakes. Do this until the brakes return to nor-
mal. Avoid driving the vehicle at high speeds until
the brakes function correctly.
Parking brake running-in
Break in the parking brake shoes whenever the
stopping effect of the parking brake is weakened or
whenever the parking brake shoes and/or drums/
rotors are replaced, in order to assure the best brak-
ing performance.
This procedure is described in the vehicle service
manual and can be performed by an approved dealer
or qualified workshop.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) WARNING
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) is
asophis-
ticated device, but it cannot prevent accidents
resulting from careless or dangerous driving
techniques. It can help maintain vehicle control during braking on slippery surfaces. Remember
that stopping distances on slippery surfaces will
be longer than on normal surfaces even with ABS.
Stopping distances may also be longer on rough,
gravel or snow covered roads, or if you are using
tyre chains. Always maintain
asafe distance from
the vehicle in front of you. Ultimately, the driver
is responsible for safety.
Tyre type and condition may also affect braking
effectiveness.
• When replacing tyres, install the specified size
of tyres on all four wheels.
• When installing
aspare tyre, make sure that it
is the proper size and type as specified on the
tyre placard. (See “Vehicle identification” in
the “9. Technical information” section.)
• For detailed information, see “Tyres and
wheels” in the “9. Technical information” sec-
tion.
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) controls the
brakes so the wheels do not lock during hard brak-
ing or when braking on slippery surfaces. The sys-
tem detects the rotation speed at each wheel and
varies the brake fluid pressure to prevent each wheel
from locking and sliding. By preventing each wheel
from locking, the system helps the driver maintain
steering control and helps to minimise swerving and
spinning on slippery surfaces. Using system
Depress the brake pedal and hold it down. Depress
the brake pedal with firm steady pressure, but do
not pump the brakes. The ABS will operate to pre-
vent the wheels from locking up. Steer the vehicle to
avoid obstacles. WARNING
Do not pump the brake pedal. Doing so may re-
sult in increased stopping distances.
Self-test feature
The ABS includes electronic sensors, electric
pumps, hydraulic solenoids and acomputer. The
computer has abuilt-in diagnostic feature that tests
the system each time you start the engine and move
the vehicle at alow speed in forward or reverse.
When the self-test occurs, you may hear a“clunk”
noise and/or feel apulsation in the brake pedal. This
is normal and does not indicate amalfunction. If the
computer senses amalfunction, it switches the ABS
off and illuminates the ABS warning light on the
instrument panel. The brake system then operates
normally, but without anti-lock assistance. If the ABS
warning light illuminates during the self-test or while
driving, have the vehicle checked by an approved
dealer or qualified workshop.
Normal operation
The ABS operates at speeds above 5to10km/h (3
to 6M PH). The speed varies according to road con-
ditions.
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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
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1. Remove the speed restriction sticker from the
compressor*, then place it in alocation where
the driver can see it while driving.
*: The compressor shape may differ depending
on the model.
CAUTION
Do not put the speed restriction label on the
steering wheel pad, the speedometer or the
warning light locations.
2. Take the hose➀and the power plug
➁out of
the air compressor. Remove the cap of the bottle holder from the air compressor.
3. Remove the cap of the tyre sealant bottle. NOTE
Leave the bottle seal intact. Screwing the
bottle onto the bottle holder will pierce the
seal of the bottle.
4. Screw the bottle clockwise onto the bottle holder of the air compressor.
5. Remove the cap of the tyre valve on the flat tyre.
6. Remove the protective cap of the hose and screw the air tube j
Ao fthe compressor securely onto
the tyre valve. Make sure that the air compressor
switch is in the “OFF” (0) position and the pres-
sure release valve j
Bi ssecurely closed, then
insert its power plug into the power outlet in the
vehicle. SCE0867Z
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If the pressure drops again,
the tyre cannot be
repaired with this tyre puncture repair kit. Con-
tact an approved dealer or qualified workshop.
When the tyre pressure is the specified
pressure:
The temporary repair is completed.
See an approved dealer or qualified workshop for
the repair/replacement as soon as possible.
After repairing tyre
See an approved dealer or qualified workshop for
tyre repair or replacement and for anew tyre seal-
ant bottle and hose, as soon as possible.
CAUTION
• Before driving, ensure tyre is adjusted to rec-
ommended inflation pressure as indicated on
vehicle placard. Monitor tyre pressure until
sealed tyre is replaced.
• Do not drive the vehicle at speeds faster than
50 MPH (80 km/h), and the damaged tyre
must be replaced as quickly as possible
(within
amaximum driving distance of 200 km
(120 miles)). You must not continue to drive if
heavy vibrations, unsteady steering behaviour
or noises should occur while driving.
• Immediately after using Emergency Tyre Seal-
ant to repair
aminor tyre puncture, take your
vehicle to an approved dealer or qualified
workshop to inspect, and repair or replace
the tyre. The Emergency Tyre Sealant cannot
permanently seal apunctured tyre. Continu- ing operation of the vehicle without
aperma-
nent tyre repair can lead to acrash.
• If you used Emergency Tyre Sealant to repair
am
inor tyre puncture, your approved dealer
or qualified workshop will also need to re-
place the TPMS sensor in addition to repair-
ing or replacing the tyre.
• RENAULT recommends using only RENAULT
Genuine Emergency Tyre Sealant provided
with your vehicle. Other tyre sealants may
damage the valve stem seal which can cause
the tyre to lose air pressure. WARNING
• Incorrect jump starting can lead to
abattery
explosion. The battery explosion may result in
severe injury or death. It may also result in
damage to the vehicle. Be sure to follow the
instructions in this section.
• Explosive hydrogen gas is always present in
the vicinity of the battery. Keep all sparks and
flames away from the battery.
• Always wear suitable eye protection and re-
move rings, bracelets, and any other jewellery
whenever working on or near
abattery.
• Never lean over the battery while jump start-
ing.
• Never allow battery fluid to come into contact
with eyes, skin, clothes or the vehicle’s
painted surfaces. Battery fluid is
acorrosive
sulphuric acid which can cause severe burns.
If the fluid comes into contact with anything,
immediately flush the contacted area with
plenty of water.
• Keep the battery out of the reach of children.
• The booster battery must be rated at 12 volts.
Use of an incorrectly rated battery will dam-
age your vehicle.
• Never attempt to jump start
afrozen battery.
It could explode and cause serious injury.
JUMP STARTING
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1. If the booster battery is in another vehicle
jA,
position the two vehicles j
Aa ndjBt obring the
batteries into close proximity to each other.
CAUTION
• Do not allow the two vehicles to touch.
• If the battery of vehicle
jBe quipped with
the Remote Control Key system is dis- charged, the steering wheel will lock and
cannot be turned with the ignition switch
in the OFF position. Supply power using
jumper cables before pushing the ignition
switch to any position other than the OFF
position and disengaging the steering lock.
2. Apply the parking brake. 3.
Automatic transmission (AT) model:
Move the shift lever to the P(Park) position.
Manual transmission (MT) model:
Move the shift lever to the N(Neutral) position.
4. Switch off all unnecessary electrical systems (headlights, heater, air conditioner, etc.).
5. Place the ignition switch in the OFFposition.
6. Remove the vent caps, where fitted, on the bat- tery.
7. Cover the battery with afirmly wrung out moist
cloth to reduce the hazard of an explosion.
8. Connect the jumper cables in the sequence as illustrated ( ➀,
➁ ,
➂ ,
➃ ).
CAUTION
• Always connect positive
j+t opositive
j +a nd negative j-t obody ground, NOT
to the battery’s negative j
-.
• Be sure that the jumper cables do not
touch moving parts in the engine compart-
ment.
• Be sure that the jumper cable’s clamps do
not contact any other metal.
9. Start the engine of the booster vehicle j
Aa nd let
it run for afew minutes.
10. Depress the accelerator pedal of the booster vehicle j
At orace the engine at about 2,000
rpm. NCE477
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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
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2. Secure the steering wheel in
astraight ahead
position with rope or similar device.
3. Move the shift lever to the N(Neutral) position.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Attach safety chains before towing.
Rear wheels on the ground:
RENAULT recommends that towing dollies be used
under the rear wheels when towing your vehicle or
the vehicle be placed on aflatbed tow truck as illus-
trated.
CAUTION
Never tow Automatic Transmission (AT) model
with the rear wheels on the ground. Doing so will
cause serious and expensive damage to the
transmission.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
If you have to tow aMTvehicle with rear wheels on
the ground, perform the following procedures.
CAUTION
Observe the following restricted towing speeds
and distances.
• Speed: Below 50 km/h (30 MPH)
• Distance: Less than 65 km (40 miles)
1. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position and turn all accessories off.
2. Move the shift lever to the N(Neutral) position.
3. Release the parking brake. 4. Attach safety chains whenever towing.
All four wheels on the ground:
RENAULT recommends that the vehicle be placed
on
aflatbed tow truck as illustrated.
CAUTION
Never tow Automatic Transmission (AT) model
with all four wheels on the ground. Doing so will
cause serious and expensive damage to the driv-
etrain.
Manual Transmission (MT) model:
If you have to tow aMTvehicle with all four wheels
on the ground, perform the following procedures.
CAUTION
• Never tow
aManual Transmission (MT) model
backward with all four wheels on the ground.
• Observe the following restricted towing
speeds and distances.
–S
peed: Below 50 km/h (30 MPH)
–D istance: Less than 65 km (40 miles)
1. Place the ignition switch in the “ON” position and turn all accessories off.
2. Move the shift lever to the N(Neutral) position.
3. Release the parking brake.
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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

Lights*:
Clean the headlights on
aregular basis. Make sure
that the headlights, stop lights, tail lights, turn signal
lights, and other lights are all operating properly and
installed securely. Also check the aim of the head-
lights.
Tyres*:
Check the pressure with agauge often and always
prior to long distance trips. Adjust the pressure in all
tyres, including the spare, to the pressure specified.
Check carefully for damage, cuts or excessive wear.
Tyre rotation*:
In the case of Two-Wheel Drive (2WD), and where
front and rear tyres are the same size: tyres should
be rotated every 10,000 km (6,000 miles). Tyres
marked with directional indicators can only be ro-
tated between front and rear. Make sure that the
directional indicators point in the direction of wheel
rotation after the tyre rotation is completed.
In the case of the Four-Wheel Drive and All Wheel
Drive (4WD/AWD), and where front and rear tyres
are the same size: tyres should be rotated every
5,000 km (3,000 miles). Tyres marked with direc-
tional indicators can only be rotated between front
and rear. Make sure that the directional indicators
point in the direction of wheel rotation after the tyre
rotation is completed.
In the case that front tyres are different size from
rear tyres: tyres cannot be rotated.
The timing for tyre rotation may vary according to
your driving habits and the road surface conditions. Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
transmitter components (where fitted):
Replace the TPMS transmitter grommet seal, valve
core and cap when the tyres are replaced due to
wear or age.
Wheel alignment and balance:
If the vehicle should pull to either side while driving
on astraight and level road, or if you detect uneven
or abnormal tyre wear, there may be aneed for
wheel alignment. If the steering wheel or seat vi-
brates at normal highway speeds, wheel balancing
may be needed.
Windscreen:
Clean the windscreen on aregular basis. Check the
windscreen at least every six months for cracks or
other damage. Repair as necessary.
Wiper blades*:
Check for cracks or wear if not functioning cor-
rectly. Replace as necessary.
Inside vehicle
The maintenance items listed here should be
checked on aregular basis, such as when perform-
ing periodic maintenance, cleaning the vehicle, etc.
Accelerator pedal:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make
sure that the pedal does not catch or require uneven
effort. Keep the floor mats away from the pedal. Brake pedal*:
Check the pedal for smooth operation and make
sure that it is the proper distance from the floor mat
when depressed fully. Check the brake booster
function. Be sure to keep the floor mats away from
the pedal.
Parking brake*:
Check the parking brake operation regularly. Check
that the lever (where fitted) or the pedal (where fit-
ted) has the proper travel. Also make sure that the
vehicle is held securely on
afairly steep hill when
only the parking brake is applied.
Seat belts:
Check that all parts of the seat belt system (for
example, buckles, anchors, adjusters and retrac-
tors) operate properly and smoothly, and are in-
stalled securely. Check the belt webbing for cuts,
fraying, wear or damage.
Steering wheel:
Check for changes in the steering condition, such
as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Warning lights and chimes:
Make sure that all warning lights and chimes are
operating properly.
Windscreen defogger:
Check that the air comes out of the defogger outlets
properly and in good quantity when operating the
heater or air conditioner.
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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 and 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 and lines on the reservoirs.
Except for Manual Transmission (MT) model: make
sure that the brake fluid level is between the
and 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
and 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.
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