gearbox RENAULT ESPACE 2012 J81 / 4.G User Guide

2.36
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Aide au parking (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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PARKING DISTANcE cONTROL (continued)
Manual activation/
deactivation of the front and
rear parking distance control
You can deactivate the system perma-
nently by pressing switch 1 and hold -
ing it down for approximately three sec-
onds
The warning light in the switch stays
on and the message “parking dis -
tance control deactivated” appears on
the instrument panel for approximately
10 seconds. In this case you can reactivate the
system by pressing and holding
switch 1 for longer than three seconds:
the warning light on the switch goes
out and the message “parking distance
control activated” will be displayed on
the instrument panel for approximately
10 seconds.
Automatic activation/
deactivation of the system
The system is activated when the vehi-
cle is being driven at a speed below ap-
proximately 7 mph (12 km/h).
The system deactivates:
–
when the parking brake is applied;
– when the vehicle speed is above
7 mph (12 km/h);
– when the vehicle is stationary for
more than approximately five sec -
onds (such as when in a traffic jam
or waiting at red lights, etc.);
– when the vehicle is in neutral or
when the gear lever has been shifted
to N or P for automatic gearboxes;
– if a caravan or trailer is fitted with a
detection system.
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automatic gearbox (use) ....................... (up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
automatic gearbox selector lever ..........(up to the end of the DU)
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Boîte automatique (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Using the automatic gearbox
AUTOMATIc GEARBOX
Selector lever 1
Information display strip A indicates the
position of the lever 1.
P: park
R: reverse
N: neutral
D: automatic mode
3: display of gear engaged in manual
mode

c warning light indicating that the
brake pedal should be depressed
so that the lever can be moved out
of position P
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1A
3
Operation
With the selector lever 1 in position P or
N, turn the ignition.
To move out of position P, you must de-
press the brake pedal before pressing
unlocking button 2.
With the foot on the brake pedal (warn-
ing light
c on the display 3 goes out),
move the lever out of position P.
Only engage D or R when the vehi -
cle is stopped, with your foot on the
brake and the accelerator pedal re -
leased.

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Boîte automatique (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
AUTOMATIc GEARBOX (continued)
Driving in automatic mode
Select position D. In the majority of
traffic conditions, you will not have to
touch the gear selector lever again: the
gear will be changed automatically at
the right time and at the most suitable
engine speed because the automatic
system takes into account the vehicle
load and road contour and adjusts itself
to the particular driving style you have
chosen.
Economical driving
When driving, always leave the lever
in position D, keeping the accelerator
pedal lightly depressed to ensure auto-
matic gear changes at a lower engine
speed.
Accelerating and overtaking
Depress the accelerator pedal firmly
and fully (so that it goes beyond the
kickdown point).
This will enable you to change down
to the optimum gear within the
engine range.
Driving in manual mode
With the lever in position D, shift the
lever to the left-hand side.
Shifting lever 1 repeatedly allows you
to change gears manually:
– To move down through the gears,
push the lever backwards,
– To move up through the gears, push
the lever forwards.
The gear ratio engaged appears on the
instrument panel. Special cases
In certain driving conditions (e.g.:
engine protection, operation of the
electronic stability program: ESP), the
automated system may change the
gear automatically.
Likewise, to prevent incorrect manoeu
-
vres, a gear change may be refused by
the automatic system: in this case the
gear display flashes for a few seconds
as a warning.
Using an emergency spare wheel may
disrupt the operation of the automatic
gearbox.
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JauneNoirNoir texte
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Boîte automatique (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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AUTOMATIc GEARBOX (continued)
Special circumstances
– If the bends and road surface do
not allow you to stay in automatic
mode (e.g. in the mountains), we
recommend that you change to
manual mode.
This will prevent the automatic gear-
box from changing gear repeatedly
when climbing, and permit engine
braking on long descents.
– In cold weather, start the engine
and wait a few seconds before
moving the selector lever from posi-
tion P or N and engaging it in D or R
to prevent the engine stalling.
– v ehicles not fitted with traction
control: on a slippery surface or
surface with a low level of adhesion,
change to manual mode and select
second gear (or even third) before
starting the engine to avoid wheel -
spin when starting.
Parking the vehicle
When the vehicle is stopped, move the
lever to position P while keeping your
foot on the brake pedal: the gearbox is
in neutral and the drive wheels are me-
chanically locked by the driveshaft.
check that the parking brake is prop-
erly applied (refer to the information on
the “Parking brake” in Section 2).

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Boîte automatique (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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AUTOMATIc GEARBOX (continued)
When setting off, if the lever is locked
in position P even though you are de -
pressing the brake pedal and pressing
unlocking button 2, the lever can be re-
leased manually.
To do this, unclip the upper section of
the gaiter 3.Push unlocking button 2 and button 4
under the gaiter at the same time to
move the lever from position P.
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3
Operating faults
– When driving , if the message
“ Check auto gearbox ” appears on
the instrument panel, this indicates
there is a fault.
Contact your approved Dealer as
soon as possible.
– When driving, if the message “Auto
gearbox overheating” appears on the
instrument panel, stop the vehicle to
allow the gearbox to cool down.
Contact your approved Dealer as
soon as possible.
– If a vehicle with an automatic
gearbox breaks down, refer to the
information on “Towing” in Section 5.

JauneNoirNoir texte
5.3
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Roue de secours (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Puncture/eMerGencY SPAre WHeeL (2/2)
t o refit the emergency spare
wheel
Proceed in the reverse order.
– stand the punctured wheel up, with
valve 5 towards you;
– run the cable across and reposition
lock 4;
– lie the wheel down, with valve 5
facing the ground;
– in the luggage compartment, use the
tool to completely to rewind the re -
taining cable. Advice
Check the pressure of the emergency
spare wheel regularly.
note:
The bolts for the aluminium wheel may
be used to secure the steel emergency
spare wheel.
using the emergency spare
wheel
The “tyre pressure monitor” function
does not monitor the emergency spare
wheel (the wheel replaced by the emer-
gency spare wheel disappears from the
instrument panel and/or the information
display). Refer to the information on the
“Tyre pressure monitor” in Section 2.
Special note
Using an emergency spare wheel may
disrupt certain functions (automatic
gearbox, etc.).
If the emergency spare
wheel has been stored
for several years, have it
checked by your Dealer to
ensure that it is safe to use.
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5
Vehicles fitted with an
emergency spare wheel
which is different to the
four other wheels:
– Never fit more than one emer -
gency spare wheel to the same
vehicle.
– Replace the emergency spare
wheel as soon as possible with
a wheel identical to the original
one.
– When this is fitted to the vehicle,
which must only be a temporary
measure, the driving speed must
not exceed the speed indicated
on the label on the wheel.
– Fitting an emergency spare
wheel may alter the way the ve -
hicle usually runs. Avoid sudden
acceleration or deceleration and
reduce your speed when corner-
ing.
– If you need to use snow chains,
fit the emergency spare wheel to
the rear axle and check the tyre
pressure.

JauneNoirNoir texte
5.35
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Remorquage : dépannage (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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t OWInG: breakdown (continued)
towing a vehicle with an
automatic transmission:
special features
With the engine switched off: the
gearbox is no longer lubricated. It is
preferable to tow this type of vehicle on
a trailer or tow it with the front wheels
off the ground.
u nder exceptional circumstances ,
you may tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, only going for -
ward, with the gear lever in the n posi-
tion, and for a distance not exceeding
30 miles (50 km).
W h e n t h e e n g i n e i s
stopped, steering and brak-
ing assistance are not op -
erational.
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1
3
– Use a rigid towing bar.
If a rope or cable is used
(where the law allows this),
the vehicle being towed
must be able to brake.
– A vehicle must not be towed if it is
not fit to be driven.
– Avoid accelerating or braking
suddenly when towing, as this
may result in damage being
caused to the vehicle.
– When towing a vehicle, it is ad -
visable not to exceed 15 mph
(25 km/h).
If the lever is stuck in P,
even though you are de -
pressing the brake pedal,
the lever can be released
manually.
To do this, unclip the cover at the
base of the lever.
Press simultaneously on button 2
and on the unlocking button on
lever 1.

7.1
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Index (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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AlphAbeticAl index (1/5)
A
ABS ............................................................... 1.48, 2.23 – 2.24
accessories........................................................................\
5.33
accessories socket ............................................................ 1.45
additional methods of restraint .....................1.23 → 1.26, 1.28
adjusting the seats ............................................................. 1.20
adjusting your driving position ........................................... 1.20
advice on antipollution ........................................... 2.12 → 2.14
air bag ........................................................................\
........ 1.48
activating the front passenger air bags ........................ 1.39
deactivating the front passenger air bags .................... 1.38
air conditioning ........................................................ 3.2 → 3.25
air vents ..................................................................... 3.2 → 3.4
anti-corrosion check .............................................. 6.14 → 6.18
anti-corrosion protection .................................................... 4.14
anti-lock braking system: ABS ................................2.23 – 2.24
antipollution advice .............................................................. 2.12 → 2.14
armrest ........................................................................\
...... 3.45
armrests front .............................................................................. 1.19
ashtrays ........................................................................\
..... 3.41
ASR (traction control) ........................................................ 1.47
audible and visual signals .................................................... 1.7
automatic gearbox (use) ........................................ 2.37 → 2.40
automatic gearbox selector lever ...........................2.37 → 2.40
b
battery ........................................................................\
........ 4.13
troubleshooting ................................................ 5.29 → 5.31
bonnet ........................................................................\
.......... 4.2
brake fluid ........................................................................\
.. 4.10
bulbs changing .......................................................... 5.14 → 5.25c
card emergency key
............................................................ 1.4
catalytic converter ................................................................ 2.6
central door locking ................................................. 1.7 → 1.11
changing a bulb ..................................................... 5.14 → 5.25
changing a wheel ................................................................. 5.9
child headrest ......................................................... 3.43 – 3.44
child restraint/seat ............................. 1.29 – 1.30, 1.32 → 1.37
child safety ......1.3, 1.8, 1.29 – 1.30, 1.32 → 1.37, 3.27 – 3.28, 
3.32, 3.43 – 3.44
child seats .......................................... 1.29 – 1.30, 1.32 → 1.37
children ........... 1.8, 1.29 – 1.30, 3.27 – 3.28, 3.32, 3.43 – 3.44
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.41
cleaning: inside the vehicle .............................................. 4.16 – 4.17
clock ........................................................................\
.......... 1.63
control instruments ................................................ 1.46 → 1.53
controls .................................................................. 1.42 → 1.45
coolant ........................................................................\
......... 4.8
courtesy light ............................ 3.33, 3.35 – 3.36, 5.22 → 5.25
courtesy mirrors ................................................................. 3.33
cruise control ................................................ 1.48, 2.29 → 2.32
cruise control-speed limiter........................... 2.26, 2.29 → 2.32
d
dashboard .............................................................. 1.42 → 1.45
de-icing windscreen ................................................................... 3.19
demisting rear screen ............................................ 3.5, 3.7, 3.12, 3.18
windscreen ..................................................... 3.5, 3.7, 3.12
dimensions ........................................................................\
.. 6.6
dipstick....................................................................... 4.4 → 4.7
display ................................................................... 1.46 → 1.49
doors/tailgate ........................................................... 1.7 → 1.12
driver’s position ..................................................... 1.42 → 1.45