RENAULT CAPTUR 2017 1.G Owners Manual
Manufacturer: RENAULT, Model Year: 2017, Model line: CAPTUR, Model: RENAULT CAPTUR 2017 1.GPages: 248, PDF Size: 6.56 MB
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4.1
Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   4.2
Engine oil level: general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . .   4.4
Engine oil level: topping up/filling  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   4.5
Oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   4.6
Levels  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   4.7engine coolant  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4.7
Brake fluid  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  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
Seat covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .   4.17 
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4.2
To open the bonnet, pull the handle 1.
BONNET (1/2)
1
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.
Unlocking the bonnet catch
To open, push tab  2 to the left as you 
open the bonnet.
Opening the bonnetLift the bonnet, helping it up, and it will 
rest in position with the help of struts.
2
Do not press down on the 
bonnet: there is a risk that 
the bonnet may accidentally 
close.
When working in the engine 
compartment, ensure that 
the windscreen wiper stalk 
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
Before performing any 
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must 
be switched off by pressing 
the engine stop button (please see 
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).   
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4.3
BONNET (2/2)
Closing the bonnet
Check that nothing has been left in the 
engine compartment.
To close the bonnet again, hold the 
bonnet in the middle and lower it to 
30  cm above the closed position, then 
release it. It will latch automatically 
under its own weight.
After carrying out any work 
in the engine compart-
ment, check that nothing 
has been left behind (cloth, 
tools, etc.).
These may damage the engine or 
cause a fire.
Ensure that the bonnet is 
properly locked.
Check that nothing is pre-
venting the catch from lock-
ing (gravel, cloth, etc.).
In the event of even a slight 
impact involving the radia-
tor grille or bonnet, have 
the bonnet lock checked by 
an approved dealer as soon as pos-
sible. 
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4.4
–  remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth;
–  push the dipstick in as far as it will  go (for vehicles equipped with a cap-
type dipstick C, screw the cap in 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.
Reading the oil levelThe oil level should be read with the ve-
hicle on level ground, after the engine 
has been switched off for some time.
The dipstick must be used to read 
the exact oil level and make sure 
that the maximum level has not been 
exceeded (risk of engine damage).  
Refer to the following pages.
The instrument panel display only 
alerts the driver when the oil level is at 
its minimum.
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 your 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 certainly 
before any long journey to avoid the 
risk of damaging your engine.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information
A
B
A
B
C
In order to prevent splashback, it is 
recommended that a funnel be used 
when topping up/filling with oil.
Before performing any 
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must 
be switched off by pressing 
the engine stop button (please see 
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
Exceeding the maximum 
engine oil level
Under no circumstances 
must the maximum fill 
level  B be exceeded: risk of damage 
to the engine and catalytic con-
verter.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum 
level,  do not start your vehicle  and 
contact an approved Dealer.  
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4.5
Topping up/filling
The 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 the dipstick  2 
is between 1.5 and 2 litres, depend-
ing on the engine);
–  wait for approximately 10 minutes to  allow the oil to flow into the engine;
–  check the level using the 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 and that 
the cap is completely screwed in.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up/filling (1/2)
12
Do not exceed the  max level and 
do not forget to refit cap  1 and dip-
stick 2.
In order to prevent splashback, it is 
recommended that a funnel be used 
when topping up/filling with oil.
2
1
1
2
Before performing any 
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must 
be switched off by pressing 
the engine stop button (please see 
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).    
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4.6
Engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Service 
Booklet for your vehicle.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling (2/2)OIL CHANGE
Never run the engine in an 
enclosed space as exhaust 
gases are poisonous.
Engine oil change: if you 
are changing the oil when 
the engine is hot, be careful 
not to scald yourself if the 
oil overflows.
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.
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.
Oil change
Service interval:  refer to the 
Maintenance Service Booklet for your 
vehicle.
Oil change capacity
Please refer to the maintenance docu-
ment for your vehicle, or contact an au-
thorised dealer. 
Always check the engine oil level using 
the dipstick, as explained previously (it 
should never fall below the minimum 
level, or be over the maximum level on 
the dipstick).
Consult your approved dealer at 
once if you notice an abnormal or 
repeated drop in any of the fluid 
levels.Exceeding the maximum 
engine oil level
Under no circumstances 
must the maximum fill level 
be exceeded: risk of damage to the 
engine and catalytic converter.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum 
level,  do not start your vehicle  and 
contact an approved Dealer. 
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4.7
Frequency of checking coolant level
Check the coolant level regularly 
(very severe damage is likely to be 
caused to the engine if it runs out of 
coolant).
If the level needs to be topped up, only 
use products approved by our Technical 
Department which ensure:
–  protection against freezing;
–  an anti-corrosion protection for the  cooling system.
Consult your approved dealer at 
once if you notice an abnormal or 
repeated drop in any of the fluid 
levels.
No operations should be 
carried out on the cooling 
circuit when the engine is 
hot.
Risk of burns.
Replacement interval
Refer to the Maintenance Document for 
your vehicle.
Coolant level
With the engine switched off and on 
level ground, the level  when cold must 
be between the MINI and MAXI marks 
on reservoir  1.
Top this level up when cold  before it 
reaches the MINI mark.
LEVELS (1/3)
1
When working in the engine 
compartment, ensure that 
the windscreen wiper stalk 
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
Before performing any 
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must 
be switched off by pressing 
the engine stop button (please see 
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).  
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4.8
Level 2
It is normal for the level to drop as the 
brake shoes become worn, but it must 
never drop lower than the “MINI" warn-
ing line.
If you wish to check the disc and drum 
wear yourself, you should obtain the 
document explaining the checking pro-
cedure from the manufacturer’s net-
work or web site.
Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the brake 
fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our 
Technical Department (and taken from 
a sealed container).
Replacement interval
Refer to the Maintenance Document for 
your vehicle.
Brake fluid level
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.
LEVELS (2/3)
2
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.
Consult your approved dealer at 
once if you notice an abnormal or 
repeated drop in any of the fluid 
levels.  
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4.9
Filters
The replacement of filter components 
(air filter, cabin filter, diesel filter, etc.) 
is scheduled in the maintenance opera-
tions for your vehicle.
Replacement intervals for filter el-
ements: refer to the Maintenance 
Document for your vehicle.
Windscreen washer reservoir
Topping up
With the engine switched off, open the 
cap  3. Fill until you can see the fluid, 
then replace the cap.
Liquid
Screen wash product (product with 
antifreeze in winter).
LEVELS (3/3)/FILTERS
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.
Before performing any 
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must 
be switched off by pressing 
the engine stop button (please see 
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).  
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4.10
TYRE PRESSURE (1/2)
Label A
Open the driver’s door to read it.
Tyre pressures should be checked 
when the tyres are cold.
If the tyre pressures cannot be checked 
when the tyres are cold, increase the 
pressures from 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI). 
Never deflate a hot tyre.
A
Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure 
loss warning system
If under-inflated (puncture, low pres-
sure, etc.), the warning light 
 on 
the instrument panel comes on. See 
“Tyre pressure loss warning” in chap-
ter 2.
A
C
D
FE
G
B
C
E
E
F
F
B : dimension of the tyres fitted to the 
vehicle.
C: intended driving speed.
D : recommended pressure for optimis- ing fuel consumption.
 NB: driving comfort may be altered.
E: front tyre pressure.
F: rear tyre pressure.
G : tyre pressure for the emergency 
spare wheel.