cooling RENAULT ESPACE 2012 J81 / 4.G Owners Manual

3.10
ENG_UD20381_1
Chauffage/Air conditionné (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING (6/7)
Air conditioning control
Button 6 starts or stops the air condi -
tioning system.
The air conditioning system is used for:
– lowering the temperature inside the
passenger compartment;
– e l i m i n a t i n g c o n d e n s a t i o n m o r e
quickly. Repeatedly pressing button
6 enables
you to:
– select the “air conditioning” func-
tion.
Operating tell-tale E comes on.
This is the most widely-used func -
tion: the system determines the level
of cooling needed according to the
external conditions.
– select the “Maximum air condi -
tioning” function.
Operating tell-tale C comes on.
The air conditioning is at the maxi -
mum cooling level.
– switch the air conditioning off.
Operating tell-tales E and C are off.
Note:
– there is no cold air when tab 9 is po-
sitioned right at the bottom;
– you may adjust the air temperature
in the passenger compartment at
any point by moving air adjustment
tab 5;
– the “Clear View” function automati -
cally activates the air conditioning
system: operating tell-tale C comes
on.
If no cold air is produced
Check that the controls are set cor -
rectly and that the fuses are sound.
Otherwise, switch off the air condition -
ing (press button 6 so that operating
tell-tales E and C go out) and consult
an approved dealer.
Do not open the refrigerant
fluid circuit. The fluid may
damage eyes or skin.
9
5
E
6C

bonnet.................................................................... (current page)
levels ..................................................................... (current page)
4.2
ENG_UD24344_2
Capot moteur (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
To open the bonnet, pull handle 1.
Unlocking the bonnet catchTo unlock, lift catch 2.
Bonnet
Bonnet (1/2)
1
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.
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.
Do not press down on the
bonnet: there is a risk that
the bonnet will close inad -
vertently.

maintenance:mechanical ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
dipstick.................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
levels .................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil level ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.4
ENG_UD20407_1
Niveau huile moteur : généralités (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
Engine oil level/Engine oil change
enGIne oIL LeVeL: general information
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.
o il change frequency: check the oil
level from time to time and always
before any long journey to avoid the
risk of damaging your engine.
Reading the oil levelThe vehicle must be parked on level
ground and the engine should have
been stopped for a long time before -
hand to obtain an accurate reading.
Always use the dipstick to check the
exact oil level and ensure that the
maximum level is not exceeded (risk
of engine damage): refer to the infor-
mation on “Engine oil level/Topping-up/
Filling” on the following pages.
The instrument panel display only
alerts the driver when the oil level is at
its minimum.
Reading the level on the instrument
panel
When the ignition is switched on:
If the level is above the minimum, the
display indicates ‘Oil level OK’: mes -
sage 1.
For more information: press button 3.
The squares which appear on the dis -
play indicate the level. These squares
disappear as the oil level drops and
they are replaced by dashes.If the level is at the minimum, the ‘Top
Up Oil Level’ message appears on the
display. The squares are replaced by
dashes: message 2.
Indicator light
ú comes on at the
same time.
It is vital to top up the oil as soon as
possible.
The display only warns the
driver if the oil level is at the
minimum level. It does not
inform the driver that the oil
level has exceeded the maximum
level as this can only be measured
using a dipstick.
24091Message 1
Level above
minimum
24159Message 2
Minimum level3

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4.5
ENG_UD20407_1
Niveau huile moteur : généralités (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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enGIne oIL LeVeL: general information (continued)
Reading the level using the dipstick
– remove the dipstick (refer to the fol-
lowing pages for its location) and
wipe it with a clean lint-free cloth;
– push the dipstick in as far as it will go
(for vehicles equipped with “cap-type
dipstick” C , screw the cap in com -
pletely);
– take out the dipstick again;
– read the level: it should never fall
below minimum mark A or exceed
maximum mark B.
Once the level has been checked,
ensure that the dipstick is pushed in as
far as it will go or that the cap-type dip-
stick is completely screwed in.
AB
A
B
C
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.
Maximum engine oil level
exceeded.
The oil level should only be read with
the dipstick as explained above.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum
level, do not start your vehicle and
contact an approved Dealer.
To prevent splashback, you are rec-
ommended to use a funnel to top up
the oil.
Under no circumstances
should maximum filling
level B be exceeded: this
could damage the engine
and the catalytic converter.
Consult your approved Dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.

engine oil capacity ................................................. (current page)
filter oil filter ............................................................. (current page)
oil change .............................................................. (current page)
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4.7
ENG_UD25551_2
Niveau huile moteur : appoint/remplissage (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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oil change
Service intervals: please refer to your
vehicle’s maintenance document.
Average capacities for oil change oil
filter included.
(for information)
2.0 t engine : 5.40 litres
engine 2.0 dCi : 8.20 litres
engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
enGIne oIL LeVeL: topping up/filling (2/2)
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.
Never run the engine in an
enclosed space as exhaust
gases are poisonous.
Consult your approved Dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
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.

maintenance:mechanical ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
filter oil filter ............................................................. (current page)
coolant ................................................................... (current page)
levels .................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
tanks and reservoirs coolant ............................................................. (current page)
levels: coolant ............................................................. (current page)
4.8
ENG_UD24345_4
Niveaux/Filtres (X81 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
Levels
coolant
LeVeLS (1/4)
Coolant
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. Checking intervals
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;
– anticorrosion protection of the cool -
ing system.
No operations should be
carried out on the cooling
circuit when the engine is
hot.
Risk of burns.
1
Consult your approved Dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.

power-assisted steering......................................... (current page)
power-assisted steering pump ...............................(current page)
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4.9
ENG_UD24345_4
Niveaux/Filtres (X81 - Renault)
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power-assisted steering pump
LeVeLS (2/4)
Power-assisted steering
pump 2
Checking intervals:
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
Level
With the engine switched off and cold,
and on level ground, the level must be
visible between the MInI and MAXI
levels on reservoir 2.
For topping up or refilling with oil, use
products approved by our Technical
Department.
The engine may be hot
during operations in close
proximity. In addition, the
engine cooling fan may
come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
2

brake fluid .............................................................. (current page)
tanks and reservoirs brake fluid ........................................................ (current page)
levels: brake fluid ........................................................ (current page)
4.10
ENG_UD24345_4
Niveaux/Filtres (X81 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
brake fluid
LeVeLS (3/4)
3
Brake fluid
This should be checked frequently,
and immediately if you notice even the
slightest loss in braking efficiency.
Top up with the engine switched off and
on level ground.
Level 3
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 our network or from the
manufacturer’s website.Filling
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our
Technical Department (and taken from
a sealed container).
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
Consult your approved Dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
The engine may be hot
during operations in close
proximity. In addition, the
engine cooling fan may
come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.

filterair filter ............................................................. (current page)
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer .......................................... (current page)
filter ........................................................................\
(current page)
filter oil filter ............................................................. (current page)
filter passenger compartment filter .......................... (current page)
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4.11
ENG_UD24345_4
Niveaux/Filtres (X81 - Renault)
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windscreen/headlight washer reservoir
Filters
LeVeLS (4/4)/FIL teRS
Windscreen/headlight washer
reservoir
Filling
Through cap 4.
Fluid
Water + special windscreen washer
fluid (antifreeze product in winter).
Jets
Use a flat-blade screwdriver to position
the windscreen washer jets.
Filters
The replacement of filter elements (air
filter, passenger compartment filter,
diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled in the
maintenance operations for your vehi -
cle.
Replacement intervals for filter el -
ements: refer to the Maintenance
Service Booklet for your vehicle.
4
The engine may be hot
during operations in close
proximity. In addition, the
engine cooling fan may
come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.

batterytroubleshooting ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.29
ENG_UD20429_1
Batterie : dépannage (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Battery
BA tter Y: troubleshooting
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
The engine may be hot when car -
rying out operations in close prox -
imity. In addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
t o avoid all risk of sparks:
– Ensure that any electrical consumers
(courtesy lights, etc.) are switched
off before disconnecting or recon -
necting the battery.
– When charging, stop the charger
before connecting or disconnecting
the battery.
– Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short cir-
cuit between the terminals.
– Always wait at least one minute after
the engine has been switched off
before disconnecting a battery.
– Make sure that you reconnect the
battery terminals after refitting.