fuel cap RENAULT ESPACE 2012 J81 / 4.G Owners Manual

fuel tank capacity .................................. (up to the end of the DU)
fuel grade ............................................... (up to the end of the DU)
fuel filling ................................................ (up to the end of the DU)
fuel filler cap ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
fuel tank capacity ........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
1.74
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Réservoir à carburant (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Fuel tank (filling with fuel)
fUeL T anK (1/3)
The fuel tank must be filled with the ig-
nition off.
capacity of fuel tank: 80 litres ap -
proximately.
To open flap A , press on the area
shown by the arrow.
The flap opens a little. Twist it to open
fully.
The filler cap is incorporated in the filler
neck.
a
B
n ever press valve B with
your fingers.
Do not wash the filler
area with a high-pressure
washer.
fuel grade
Use a high-grade fuel that complies
with the legislation in force in each
country and which complies with the
specifications given on the label C on
cover A. Please refer to the information
on “Engine specifications” in Section 6.
diesel versions
It is essential to use diesel fuel that
conforms with the information given on
the label C inside cover A.
Petrol versions
It is essential to use unleaded petrol.
The octane rating (RON) must comply
with the information given on the label C
on the cover A . Refer to Section 6 for
information on “Engine specifications”.
special feature of the hands-free
card
The flap locks a few minutes after the
other doors on the vehicle.
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Conseils antipollution, économies de carburant, conduite (X81 - J81 \
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ADvIcE: antipollution, fuel economy and driving (continued)
Advice on use
– Electricity is fuel: switch off all electri-
cal components when you no longer
need them. However (safety first),
keep your lights on when the visibil -
ity is poor (“see and be seen”).
– Use the air vents. Driving with the
windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h)
will increase fuel consumption by
4%.
– Do not leave an empty roof rack
fitted to the vehicle. –
In vehicles fitted with air condi -
tioning , it is normal to observe an
increase in fuel consumption (es -
pecially in city conditions) when
it is used. For vehicles fitted with
manual air conditioning, switch off
the system when it is not required.
In order to minimise consumption
and help to protect the environ -
ment: it is recommended to drive
with the air vents on and the win -
dows closed. If the vehicle has been
parked in the sun, open the doors
for a few moments to let the hot air
escape before starting the engine.
– Never fill the fuel tank right to the
brim to avoid overflow.
– It is better to fit a trailer for bulky ob-
jects.
– When towing a caravan, fit a wind
deflector and adjust it carefully. –
Avoid using the vehicle for door -
to-door calls (short journeys with
long waits in between) because the
engine never reaches its normal op-
erating temperature.
Tyres
– Under-inflated tyres increase fuel
consumption.
– The use of non-recommended tyres
can increase fuel consumption.

air conditioning ...................................................... (current page)
heating system ...................................................... (current page)
air conditioning ...................................................... (current page)
temperature regulation .......................................... (current page)
ventilation .............................................................. (current page)
heating and air conditioning system ...................... (current page)
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Air conditionné : informations et conseils d’utilisation (X81 - R\
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AIR CONDITIONING: information and advice on use
Fuel consumption
You will normally notice an increase
in fuel consumption (especially
when driving in town) when the air
conditioning is operating.
For vehicles fitted with manual air
conditioning, switch off the system
when it is not required.
Advice for reducing consumption
and therefore helping to preserve
the environment:
Drive with the air vents open and
the windows closed.
If the vehicle has been parked in
the sun, open the doors for a few
moments to let the hot air escape
before starting the engine.
Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle for the in -
spection frequency.Vehicles fitted with an auxiliary
heater
Some vehicles are fitted with an
auxiliary heater which heats the pas-
senger compartment more quickly.
This device operates only when
the engine is running and in cold
weather.
When the device is functioning you
can normally see a small amount of
smoke on the right-hand side of the
vehicle coming from the heater’s ex-
haust system.Operating faults
As a general rule, contact your ap-
proved dealer in the event of an op-
erating fault.
– Reduction in de-icing, demist -
ing or air conditioning per -
formance. This may be caused
by the passenger compartment
filter cartridge becoming clogged.
– No cold air is being produced.
Check that the controls are set
correctly and that the fuses are
sound. Otherwise, switch off the
system.
Do not open the refriger -
ant fluid circuit. The fluid
may damage eyes or skin.
Notes
Presence of water under the ve -
hicle. After prolonged use of the air
conditioning system, it is normal for
water to be present under the vehi-
cle. This is caused by condensation.
Do not add anything to the
vehicle’s ventilation circuit
(for example, to remove
bad odours).
There is a risk of damage or of
fire.

engine specifications ............................ (up to the end of the DU)
engine technical specifications ................... (up to the end of the DU)
6.4
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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. –

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Index (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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AlphAbeticAl index (2/5)
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
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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