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

control instruments ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
indicators: instrument panel ............................. (up to the end of the DU)
instrument panel ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
warning lights ........................................ (up to the end of the DU)
instrument panel messages ..................(up to the end of the DU)
trip computer and warning system ........(up to the end of the DU)
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ENG_UD24088_3
Ordinateur de bord (X81 - J81 - Renault)
ENG_NU_932-3_X81ph3_Renault_1
Jaune NoirNoir texte
Trip computer
TrIP cOMPUTer: general information (1/2)
Trip computer and warning
system
The following are given on the instru-
ment panel display 1:
– information messages (journey pa -
rameters, etc.);
– operating fault messages (generally
associated with the
ú warning
light);
– warning messages (connected to the
û warning light).
display selection keys 2
Scroll through the following information
by brief successive presses.
a) total mileage and trip mileage re -
corder,
b) journey parameters:
– fuel used,
– average fuel consumption,
– current fuel consumption,
– estimated range,
– distance travelled,
– average speed,
c) mileage before service,
d) Tyre pressures,
e) empty display (no message on the
display),
f) programmed speed (speed limiter/
cruise control),
g) on-board log, operating fault and in-
formation message readout.
1
2

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ENG_UD24088_3
Ordinateur de bord (X81 - J81 - Renault)
ENG_NU_932-3_X81ph3_Renault_1
TrIP cOMPUTer: general information (2/2)
Trip mileage recorder reset
buttons 2
To reset the trip mileage recorder,
select the “Trip mileage recorder” dis -
play, then press button 2 until the re -
corder is reset.
Journey parameter reset
buttons 2
With one of the trip parameters se -
lected as the display, press button 2
until the display resets.
Interpreting some of the
values displayed after
resetting
The values showing average fuel con -
sumption, range and average speed
will become more stable and reliable
the further you travel after pressing the
reset button.
For the first few miles after pressing the
reset button you may notice:
– That the range increases as you
drive.
This is normal, as average fuel con-
sumption may decrease when:
– the vehicle stops accelerating;
– the engine reaches its operat -
ing temperature (if the engine
was cold when the reset key was
pressed);
– when driving from an urban area
onto the open road.
– You may also notice that the aver -
age fuel consumption increases
when the vehicle is stationary and
the engine idling.
This is normal, since the computer
takes account of fuel used during
idling.
automatic resetting of the
journey parameters
Resetting occurs automatically when
the maximum value of any of the pa -
rameters is exceeded.
2

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ENG_UD25538_2
Ordinateur de bord : paramètres de voyage (X81 - J81 - Renault)
ENG_NU_932-3_X81ph3_Renault_1
Jaune NoirNoir texte
TrIP cOMPUTer: trip settings (1/4)
The display of information shown below dePends On THe VeHIcLe eQUIPMenT and cOUnTrY.
examples of selections Interpreting the display selected
a) Total mileage and trip mileage recorder.
FUEL USED
b) Journey parameters. Fuel consumed since the last reset.
37.1 L
AVERAGE
a verage fuel consumption since the last reset.
This value is displayed after driving 400 metres and takes into account \
the distance
travelled and the fuel used since the last time the reset button was pre\
ssed.
7.2 L/100
CURRENT
current fuel consumption
This value is displayed after a speed of approximately 18 mph (30 km/h)\
is reached.
9.2 L/100

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ENG_UD25538_2
Ordinateur de bord : paramètres de voyage (X81 - J81 - Renault)
ENG_NU_932-3_X81ph3_Renault_1
TrIP cOMPUTer: trip settings (2/4)
The display of information shown below dePends On THe VeHIcLe eQUIPMenT and cOUnTrY.
examples of
selections Interpreting the display selected
RANGE
estimated range with remaining fuel
This range takes into account the average fuel consumption since the las\
t time the
reset button was pressed.
The value is displayed after driving 400 metres.
623 KM
DISTANCE
distance travelled since the last reset.
275.5 KM
AVERAGE
a verage speed since the last reset.
The value is displayed after driving 400 metres.
78.9 KM/H

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ENG_UD24089_2
Réservoir à carburant (X81 - J81 - Renault)
ENG_NU_932-3_X81ph3_Renault_1
Vehicles running on ethanol -
based fuel
It is essential to use unleaded petrol or
fuel containing a maximum of 85% eth-
anol (E85).
In very cold conditions, it may be very
difficult or even impossible to start the
engine. To avoid this problem, use un-
leaded petrol or, on equipped vehicles,
use the heater integrated in the engine:
connect the special end of the exten -
sion piece supplied into the socket in -
tegrated into the radiator grille and the
other end into a 220V socket for at least
6 hours before starting.
nB: you may notice an increase in fuel
consumption with this type of fuel.
fUeL T anK (2/3)
filling with fuel
Insert the nozzle to open valve B and
insert it fully before turning it on to fill
the fuel tank (risk of splashing).
Keep the nozzle in this position through -
out the entire filling operation.
When the pump cuts out automatically
at the end of the filling procedure, a
maximum of two further filling attempts
may be made, as there must be suffi -
cient space in the fuel tank to allow for
expansion.
Make sure that no water enters the fuel
tank during filling. Valve B and its sur-
round must remain clean.
Petrol versions
Using leaded petrol will damage the
antipollution system and may lead to a
loss of warranty.
To ensure that the fuel tank is not filled
with leaded petrol, the fuel tank filler
neck contains a restrictor fitted with a
foolproof system which only allows
the nozzle for unleaded petrol to be
used (at the pump).
No modifications what -
soever are permitted on
any part of the fuel supply
system (electronic unit,
wiring, fuel circuit, injector, protec -
tive covers, etc.) as this may be
dangerous (unless undertaken by
qualified Network personnel).
Persistent smell of
fuel
If you notice a persistent
smell of fuel you should:
– stop the vehicle as soon as traf-
fic conditions allow and switch off
the ignition;
– switch on the hazard warning
lights and ask your passengers
to leave the vehicle and to keep
away from traffic;
– contact an approved Dealer.
Do not mix even small
amounts of petrol (un -
leaded or E85) with diesel.
Do not use ethanol-based
fuel if your vehicle is not compatible
with this fuel.
Do not add any additives to the fuel,
you risk damaging the engine.

fuel economy ........................................ (up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
fuel advice on fuel economy .................. (up to the end of the DU)
antipollution advice ............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
advice on antipollution .......................... (up to the end of the DU)
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ENG_UD20368_1
Conseils antipollution, économies de carburant, conduite (X81 - J81 \
- Renault)ENG_NU_932-3_X81ph3_Renault_2
Jaune NoirNoir texte
Advice on antipollution and fuel economy
ADvIcE: antipollution, fuel economy and driving
Maintenance
It is important to remember that failure to
respect antipollution regulations could
lead to legal action being taken against
the vehicle owner. In addition, replacing
engine, fuel supply system and exhaust
components with parts other than those
originally recommended by the manu -
facturer may alter your vehicle so that
it no longer complies with antipollution
regulations.
Have your vehicle adjusted and
checked by an approved Dealer, in ac-
cordance with the instructions given
in your Maintenance Service Booklet:
they will have all the equipment nec -
essary for ensuring that your vehicle is
maintained to its original standard.
Engine adjustments– ignition: this does not require ad -
justment.
– spark plugs: for optimum fuel econ-
omy, efficiency and performance
the specifications laid down by our
Design Department must be strictly
applied.
If the spark plugs have to be
changed, use the make, type and
gap specified for your vehicle’s
engine. Contact an approved dealer
for this.
– idle: this does not require adjust -
ment.
– air filter, diesel filter: a clogged ele-
ment reduces performance. It must
be replaced.
Your vehicle complies with criteria for
recycling and recovering vehicles at the
end of their service life which will come
into force in 2015.
Some parts of your vehicle have there-
fore been designed to facilitate future
recycling.
These parts are easy to remove so
that they can be recovered and reproc-
essed by recycling companies.
By virtue of its design, moderate fuel
consumption and initial settings, your
vehicle also conforms to current anti
-
pollution regulations. The manufac -
turer is actively striving to reduce pol -
lutant exhaust gas emissions and to
save energy. But the fuel consumption
of your vehicle and the level of pollutant
exhaust gas emissions are also your
responsibility. Ensure that it is main -
tained and used correctly.

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ENG_UD20368_1
Conseils antipollution, économies de carburant, conduite (X81 - J81 \
- Renault)ENG_NU_932-3_X81ph3_Renault_2
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.

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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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ENG_UD11274_2
Air conditionné : informations et conseils d’utilisation (X81 - R\
enault)
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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.