engine RENAULT ESPACE 2012 J81 / 4.G Manual PDF

operating faults ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
faults operating faults ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.37
ENG_UD22228_7
Anomalies de fonctionnement (J81 - X84 - B84 - C84 - L84 - K84 - J84 - \
R84 - X91 - B91 - K91 - Renault)
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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).

5.38
ENG_UD22228_7
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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5.39
ENG_UD22228_7
Anomalies de fonctionnement (J81 - X84 - B84 - C84 - L84 - K84 - J84 - \
R84 - X91 - B91 - K91 - Renault)
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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.

5.40
ENG_UD22228_7
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.

6.1
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Sommaire 6 (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Section 6: Technical specifications
Vehicle identification plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2
Engine identification plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.3
Engine specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.4
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5
Towing weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.6
Replacement parts and repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.7
Service sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8
Anti-corrosion check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.14

vehicle identification plates .................................... (current page)
6.3
ENG_UD24350_2
Plaques d’identification moteur (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Engine identification plates
ENgINE IDENTIFICATION pLATEs
Quote the information on the identi -
fication plate (or label) in all corre -
spondence or when ordering parts.
Engine marking A
1 Engine type.
2 Engine suffix.
3 Engine number.
A
A
A
12
3

engine specifications ............................ (up to the end of the DU)
engine technical specifications ................... (up to the end of the DU)
6.4
ENG_UD20931_2
Caractéristiques moteurs (X81 - Renault)
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Engine specifications
ENgINE spECIFICATIONs
Versions 2.0 T2.0 dCi
Engine type
(see engine plate) F4R turbo
M9R turbo
Cubic capacity (cc) 1 998 1 998
Type of fuel
Octane rating It is
essential that you use unleaded petrol
of the octane rating stated on the label
inside the fuel filler flap.
If not available, for a limited time only, use
unleaded fuel:
– with an octane rating of 91 for a label
showing 95 or 98;
– with an octane rating of 87 for a label
showing 91, 95 or 98. Diesel
The label located in the fuel filler flap indicates authorised fuels.
spark plugs Only use the spark plugs specified
for your vehicle’s engine.
The type should be marked on a label
affixed inside the engine compartment. If it is not, contact an approved dealer.
Fitting spark plugs which are not to
specification may damage the engine. –

technical specifications .......................................... (current page)
towing a caravan ................................................... (current page)
towing weights ....................................................... (current page)
weights .................................................................. (current page)
load permitted on the roof ......................................(current page)
transporting objects on the roof ........................................................ (current page)
6.5
ENG_UD24351_2
Masses (en kg) (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Weights
Towing weights
WEIgHTs (in kg)
The weights indicated for a basic vehicle without options: they vary depending on the your vehicle’s equipment. Consult
your approved Dealer.
Maximum permissible all-up weight (MMAC)
Total train weight (MTR) Weights are indicated on the vehicle identification plate (refer to
the information on “Vehicle identification plates” in Section 6)
Braked Trailer Weight* found by calculating: MTR - MMAC
Unbraked Trailer Weight* 750
permissible nose weight* 80
permissible load on the roof with the carrying device 80 kg (including the carrying device)
* Towing weight (Towing a caravan, boat, etc.)
Towing is prohibited when the calculation MTR (Total train weight) - MMAC (Maximum permissible all-up weight) is zero\
.
– It is important to comply with the towing weights, governed by local legislation in each country and, in particular, laid down in
the Road Traffic Regulations. Contact an approved Dealer about any towing equipment.
– When towing, under no circumstances may the total train weight (vehicle + trailer) be exceeded . However the following is
permitted:
– the Maximum permissible weight at the rear may be exceeded by no more than 15%,
– the maximum permissible all-up weight may be exceeded by no more than 10% or 100 kg (whichever occu\
rs first).
In either case, the maximum speed of the towing assembly must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressure must be
increased by 0.2 bar (3 PSI).
– The engine output and climbing capability are reduced with altitude. We recommend that the maximum load be reduced by 10%
at an altitude of 1,000 metres and by an additional 10% for each 1,000 m\
etres thereafter.
Weight transfer
If the Maximum Authorised Mass of the vehicle has not been reached, up to 500 kg can be transferred to the braked trailer, within
the limits of the Gross Train Weight.

7.2
FRA_UD25606_4
Index (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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driving .......................... 2.2 → 2.14, 2.16 → 2.19, 2.21 → 2.40
e
electric windows .................................................... 3.26 → 3.29
Electronic Stability Program: ESP ..................................... 2.20
emergency brake assist ..................................................... 2.25
emergency braking ............................................................ 2.25
emergency spare wheel ............................................. 5.2 – 5.3
engine technical specifications .................................................. 6.4
engine immobiliser............................................................. 1.13
system .............................................................. 1.13 – 1.14
engine oil .......................................................... 1.47, 4.4 → 4.7
engine oil capacity ............................................................... 4.7
engine oil level ............................................................ 4.4 – 4.5
engine specifications ........................................................... 6.4
engine start/stop button ............................................. 2.3 → 2.5
environment ....................................................................... 2.15
ESP: Electronic Stability Program ............................ 1.47, 2.20
external temperature ......................................................... 1.63
F
faults operating faults ................................................ 5.37 → 5.41
filter ........................................................................\
............ 4.11
air filter ......................................................................... 4.11
oil filter ......................................................... 4.7 – 4.8, 4.11
passenger compartment filter ...................................... 4.11
fittings ..................................................................... 3.39 – 3.40
fixed sunroof ...................................................................... 3.30
fog lights ....................................................... 1.69, 5.17 → 5.20
front passenger air bag deactivation ................................. 1.38
front seat adjustment electric controls ................................................... 1.17, 1.19
manual controls .................................................. 1.16, 1.19front seats
adjustment .......................................................... 1.15, 1.19
fuel advice on fuel economy ................................... 2.12 → 2.14
filling ................................................................. 1.74 → 1.76
grade ................................................................ 1.74 → 1.76
fuel economy ......................................................... 2.12 → 2.14
fuel filler cap .......................................................... 1.74 → 1.76
fuel level ................................................................. 1.50 – 1.51
fuel tank capacity ............................................................ 1.74 → 1.76
fuel tank capacity ................................................... 1.74 → 1.76
fuses ....................................................................... 5.26 – 5.27
G
gear lever ........................................................................\
... 2.11
h
hands-free telephone integrated control ............................ 3.59
hazard warning lights signal .............................................. 1.66
headlight beam adjustment ............................................... 1.70
headrest ........................................................................\
..... 1.15
heated seats ...................................................................... 1.19
heating and air conditioning system ...................... 3.12 → 3.25
heating system ........................................................ 3.2 → 3.25
hubcap tool ........................................................................\
.. 5.8
i
ignition switch ............................................................ 2.2 → 2.5
indicator lights .................................................................... 5.21
indicators .............................. 1.46, 1.66, 5.14, 5.16, 5.18, 5.21
indicators: direction indicators ....................................................... 1.66
instrument panel .............................................. 1.46 → 1.53
instrument panel .................................................... 1.46 → 1.53
instrument panel messages ....................................1.52 – 1.53

7.4
FRA_UD25606_4
Index (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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reverse gear
selecting ....................................................................... 2.11
roof bars ................................................................. 3.57 – 3.58
roof rack roof bars ............................................................ 3.57 – 3.58
running in ........................................................................\
..... 2.2
S
seat belt pretensioners front seat belt ............................................................... 1.23
seat belts ...................................................... 1.20 → 1.22, 1.48
service sheets .......................................................... 6.8 → 6.13
side protection devices ...................................................... 1.27
signals and lights ...................................................... 1.66, 1.70
special features of diesel versions .......................................2.7
special features of petrol vehicles ....................................... 2.6
speed limiter ................................................. 1.48, 2.26 → 2.28
starting the engine ..................................................... 2.2 → 2.5
steering wheel adjustment ................................................................... 1.41
storage compartment ............................................. 3.37 → 3.40
storage compartments ........................................... 3.37 → 3.40
storing the driver’s seat position ........................................ 1.18
sun blinds ............................................................... 3.33 – 3.34
sun visor ........................................................................\
.... 3.33
sunroof .................................................................... 3.31 – 3.32
t
tailgate ........................................................................\
....... 3.51
tanks and reservoirs brake fluid .................................................................... 4.10
coolant ........................................................................... 4.8
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer ...................................................... 4.11
technical specifications .......................................... 6.2, 6.5, 6.7
temperature regulation ............................................ 3.2 → 3.25tool kit
........................................................................\
. 5.7 – 5.8
towing breakdown ........................................................ 5.34 – 5.35
towing a caravan .......................................................... 5.36
towing a caravan ................................................................. 6.5
towing hitch ............................................................. 5.34 – 5.35
towing rings ....................................................................... 3.55
towing weights ..................................................................... 6.5
traction control ........................................................ 2.21 – 2.22
traction control: ASR ............................................... 2.21 – 2.22
transporting children .......................... 1.29 – 1.30, 1.32 → 1.37
transporting objects in the luggage compartment ........................................ 3.55
luggage net .................................................................. 3.56
on the roof ...................................................................... 6.5
trims ........................................................................\
............. 5.8
trip computer and warning system ..........................1.52 – 1.53
tyre inflation kit ........................................................... 5.4 → 5.6
tyre pressure .................................................... 2.16, 4.12, 5.12
tyre pressure monitor ......................................................... 2.16
tyre pressures .................................................................... 4.12
tyres ..................................... 2.16, 4.12, 5.8 – 5.9, 5.11 → 5.13
V
vehicle identification ............................................................ 6.2
vehicle identification plates ......................................... 6.2 – 6.3
ventilation ................................................................ 3.2 → 3.25
W
warning buzzer .................................................................. 1.68
warning lights ......................................................... 1.46 → 1.53
washing .................................................................. 4.14 – 4.15
weights ........................................................................\
........ 6.5
wheelbrace ........................................................................\
.. 5.8
wheels (safety) ...................... 5.2 – 5.3, 5.8 – 5.9, 5.11 → 5.13
windscreen ........................................................................\
3.30