fuel type RENAULT DUSTER 2016 Owners Manual

1.65
FUEL TANK (1/6)
Petrol and diesel versions
Usable capacity of the fuel tank:
50 litres approximately.
Depending on the vehicle, to open the
fuel filler flap A, place your finger in
opening B and pull.
To close, push the fuel filler flap A by
hand as far as it will go. Depending
on the vehicle, the cap 1 is unlocked
using the ignition key. If not, it will be
connected to the vehicle by a strip of
plastic. For details on filling the fuel
tank, please refer to the information on
“Filling with fuel”.
Fuel filler cap: this is spe-
cific to the vehicle type. If
you have to replace it, make
sure the new cap is of the
same type. Contact an approved
dealer.
Never place the cap near a source
of heat or flame.
Do not wash the filler area with a
high-pressure washer.
A
3
C
B
There is a cap holder 3 on the fuel filler
flap for holding the cap when the tank is
being filled.
Depending on the vehicle, lift lever 2 to
unlock the fuel filler flap A. Open it, then
unscrew fuel filler cap 1.
1
2

1.66
FUEL TANK (2/6)
Vehicles running on ethanol-based
fuel
Always use unleaded petrol or fuel
containing a maximum of 85 percent
ethanol (E85).
In very cold conditions, it may be very
difficult or even impossible to start the
engine.
Note: you may notice an increase in
fuel consumption with this type of fuel.
When the fuel is changed the engine
must adjust, which may cause minor in-
conveniences for a few minutes (longer
starting times, cutting out, etc.).Fuel grade
Always use a high-grade fuel that
complies with the legislation in force
in each country. It must conform to the
specifications given on label C inside
the fuel filler flap.
Refer to the “Engine specifications”
table in Section 6.
Petrol version
It is essential to use unleaded petrol.
The octane rating (RON) must conform
to the specifications given on the label
inside fuel filler flap C.
Diesel versions
It is essential to use diesel fuel that con-
forms to the specifications given on the
label inside fuel flap C.
Do not mix even small
amounts of petrol (un-
leaded or E85) with diesel.
Do not use ethanol-based
fuel if your vehicle is not compatible
with this fuel.
Do not add additive to the fuel other-
wise you risk damaging the engine.

6.6
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Versions1.6 16V 1.6 16V 2.0 16V 1.2 16V 1.5 dCi
Engine type
(see engine plate) K4M
H4M F4R H5Ft K9K
Cubic capacity (cc) 1,59815981 998 1 198 1,461
Type of fuel
Octane rating Petrol
The use of unleaded petrol is essential, with the octane rating as state\
d
on the label inside the fuel filler flap. Diesel
The label located in
the fuel filler flap in-
dicates authorised
fuels.
Spark plugs Only use spark plugs specified for your vehicle’s engine.
The type should be marked on a label stuck inside the engine compart-
ment. If it is not then contact your authorised dealer.
Fitting spark plugs other than those specified may damage the engine.