RENAULT ESPACE 2012 J81 / 4.G Owners Manual

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Batterie : dépannage (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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BA tter Y: troubleshooting (continued)
Starting the vehicle using the
battery from another vehicle
If you have to use the battery from an-
other vehicle to start, obtain suitable
jump leads (with a large cross section)
from an approved dealer or, if you al -
ready have jump leads, ensure that
they are in perfect condition.
the two batteries must have an iden-
tical nominal voltage of 12 volts. The
battery supplying the current should
have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which
is at least the same as that of the dis-
charged battery.
Ensure that there is no risk of contact
between the two vehicles (risk of short
circuiting when the positive terminals
are connected) and that the discharged
battery is properly connected. Switch
off your vehicle ignition.
Start the engine of the vehicle supply -
ing the current and run it at an interme-
diate engine speed. Connect positive (+) lead A to (+) termi-
nal 1 of the discharged battery, then to
(+) terminal
2 of the battery supplying
the current.
Connect negative (–) lead B to (–) ter-
minal 3 of the battery supplying the cur-
rent and then to (–) terminal 4 of the
discharged battery.
Check that there is no contact between
leads A and B and that the positive (+)
lead A is not touching any metal parts
on the vehicle supplying the current.
Start the engine as you would normally.
As soon as it is running, disconnect
leads A and B in the reverse order (4-
3-2-1).
1
A
2
3
B4
Check that there is no con-
tact between leads A and B
and that the positive lead A
is not touching any metal
parts on the vehicle supplying the
current.
Risk of injury and/or damage to the
vehicle.

wiper blades .......................................................... (current page)
practical advice ...................................................... (current page)
wipers blades .............................................................. (current page)
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Wipers (replacing blades)
WInDScreen WIPer BLADeS
replacing windscreen wiper
blades 1
– Lift wiper arm 2;
– move blade 1 into a horizontal posi-
tion;
– slide blade 1 until catch 3 on the
wiper arm is released.
refitting
To refit the wiper blade, proceed in the
reverse order to removal. Make sure
that the blade is correctly locked in po-
sition.
Windscreen washer jets
These can be adjusted using a tool
such as a flat-blade screwdriver.
rear screen wiper blade 4
– Lift wiper arm 5 as far as it will go;
– pivot blade 4 until it is removed from
its hinge.
refitting
To refit the wiper blade, clip the blade
onto its hinge. Make sure that the blade
is correctly locked in position.
– In frosty weather, make
sure that the wiper blades
are not stuck by ice (risk of
motor overheating).
– Check the condition of the wiper
blades. Replace the wiper blades
as soon as they begin to lose ef-
ficiency (approximately once a
year).
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accessories...........................................(up to the end of the DU)
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Accessoires (S65 - X84 - B84 - C84 - E84 - L84 - K84 - J84 - X85 - B85 \
- C85 - S85 - X91 - B91 - K91 - D91 - B65 - C65 - K85 - X95 - B95 - D95 \
- J95 - R95 - X33 - X38 -
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Accessories
AcceSSOrIeS
use of transmission/
receiving devices
(telephones, cB
equipment etc.).
Telephones and CB equipment with
integrated aerials may cause inter -
ference to the original electronic
systems fitted to the vehicle: it is ad-
visable only to use equipment with
an external aerial.
Furthermore, we remind you of
the need to comply with the legis-
lation in force concerning the use
of such equipment.
electrical and electronic
accessories
– C o n n e c t a c c e s s o r i e s
with a maximum power of
120 Watts only.
Fire hazard.
– No work may be carried out on
the vehicle’s electrical or radio
circuits, except by approved
Dealers: an incorrectly con -
nected system may result in
damage being caused to the
electrical equipment and/or the
components connected to it;
– if the vehicle is fitted with any
aftermarket electrical equip -
ment, make sure that the unit
is correctly protected by a fuse.
Establish the rating and position
of this fuse.
Before fitting an electrical or
electronic device (particu -
larly for transmitters/receiv-
ers: frequency bandwidth,
power level, position of the aerial
etc.), ensure that it is compatible
with your vehicle.
Contact an approved dealer for this
information.
Fitting after-market
accessories
If you wish to install acces-
sories on the vehicle: con -
sult an approved dealer.
Also, to ensure the correct opera -
tion of your vehicle, and to avoid
any risk to your safety, we recom -
mend that you use only specific ac-
cessories, designed for your vehi -
cle, which are the only accessories
for which the manufacturer will pro-
vide a warranty.
If you are using an anti-theft
device, only attach it to the
brake pedal.

towing hitch........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
towing breakdown ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Towing
tOWInG: breakdown
Insert the card fully into the card
reader to unlock the steering wheel
and to be able to use the signal
lights (brake lights, indicators, etc.).
the towed vehicle’s lights must be
switched on at night.
The speed specified by current legis -
lation for towing must always be ob -
served. If your vehicle is the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the maximum
towing weight for your vehicle (refer
to the information on “Weights” in
Section 6). Only use the front
1 and rear 4 towing
points (never use the driveshafts or any
other part of the vehicle). These towing
points may only be used for towing:
never use them for lifting the vehicle di-
rectly or indirectly.
Access to towing points
Unclip cover 2 or 5.
Use the towing hitch from the tool kit
(refer to the information on the “Tool kit”
in Section 5).
t ighten towing hitch 3 fully: first by
hand as far as it will go, then finish tight-
ening it using the wheelbrace from the
tool kit.
Towing hitch 3 is located in the tool kit
(refer to information on the “Tool kit” in
Section 5).
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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2
3
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Do not leave the tools unse-
cured inside the vehicle as
they may come loose under
braking.
D o n o t r e m o v e t h e
RENAULT card from the
reader when the vehicle is
being towed.

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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.
2
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.

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t OWInG: towing equipment
Permissible nose weight, maxi -
mum permissible towing weight,
braked and unbraked: refer to
the information on “Weights” in
Section 6.
Please refer to the manufacturer’s
instructions on how to fit and use
the bars.
Please keep these instructions with
the rest of the vehicle documenta -
tion.
AB
A: normal chassis: 907 mm B: long chassis 1,030 mm

operating faults ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
faults operating faults ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Operating faults
OPerA tInG FAuL tS (1/5)
the following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved dealer as soon as possible.
using the renAuL t card POSSIBLe cAuSeS WHAt tO DO
The RENAULT card does not lock or
unlock the doors. Card battery is flat.
Replace the battery. You can still lock/
unlock and start your vehicle (refer to the
information on “Locking/unlocking the
doors” in Section 1 and “Starting/Stopping
the engine” in Section 2).
Use of appliances operating on the
same frequency as the card (mobile
phone, etc.). Stop using the equipment or use the
emergency key (refer to the informa
-
tion on “Locking/unlocking the doors” in
Section 1).
Vehicle located in a high electromag -
netic radiation zone.
Vehicle battery flat. Use the emergency key integrated in the
card (refer to the information on “Locking/
unlocking the doors” in Section 1).

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (J81 - X84 - B84 - C84 - L84 - K84 - J84 - \
R84 - X91 - B91 - K91 - Renault)
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OPerA tInG FAuL tS (2/5)
the starter is activated POSSIBLe cAuSeSWHAt tO DO
The instrument panel indicator lights
are weak or fail to light up and the
starter does not turn. Battery terminals not tight, battery
terminals disconnected or oxidised.
Retighten or reconnect the terminals, or
clean them if they are oxidised.
Discharged battery or not opera -
tional. Connect another battery to the faulty bat
-
tery. Refer to information on “Battery: trou-
bleshooting” in Section 5 or replace the bat-
tery if necessary.
Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.
The engine will not start. Starting conditions are not fulfilled.Refer to the information on “Starting/stop -
ping the engine” in Section 2.
The hands-free RENAULT card
does not work. Insert the card in the card reader in order to
start the engine.
Refer to the information on “Starting/stop
-
ping the engine” in Section 2.
The engine cannot be switched off. Card not detected.Insert the card in card reader.
Electronic fault. Press the starter button quickly five times.

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (J81 - X84 - B84 - C84 - L84 - K84 - J84 - \
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OPerA tInG FAuL tS (3/5)
On the road POSSIBLe cAuSeSWHAt tO DO
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pres-
sures, incorrectly balanced or dam -
aged. Check the tyre pressures: if this is not the
problem, have them checked by an ap
-
proved dealer.
White smoke from the exhaust. This is not necessarily a fault. Smoke
may be caused by regeneration of the
particle filter.Refer to the information on “Special fea
-
tures of diesel versions” in Section 2.
Smoke under the bonnet. Short-circuit or cooling system leak.Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away
from the vehicle and contact an approved
dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes
on: on a bend or when braking. The level is too low. Top up the engine oil (refer to the informa-
tion on “Engine oil level – Topping up/refill-
ing” in Section 4).
is slow to go out or remains lit
when accelerating. Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an approved
Dealer.

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (J81 - X84 - B84 - C84 - L84 - K84 - J84 - \
R84 - X91 - B91 - K91 - Renault)
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OPerA tInG FAuL tS (4/5)
On the road POSSIBLe cAuSeSWHAt tO DO
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating.Consult an approved dealer.
The engine overheats. The coolant
temperature indicator is in the warn -
ing zone and the
® warning light
comes on. Engine cooling fan not working.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
contact an approved dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the coolant reservoir: it should con-
tain fluid. If there is no coolant, consult an
approved dealer as soon as possible.
radiator: If there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling
system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved
by our Technical Department may be used for this purpose.