battery RENAULT FLUENCE 2012 1.G User Guide

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Ordinateur de bord : messages d’information (L38 - X38 - X32 - B32 -\
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TRIp COMpUTER AND WARNINg sYsTEM: information messages
Examples of messages Interpreting the display selected
“Battery low start engine” Indicates that the vehicle must be started to recharge the battery (eg. after the engine has been
switched off for some time whilst listening to the radio).
“please remove keycard ”Request to remove the RENAULT card from the reader when you leave the vehicle.
“Checking control functions ” Displayed with the ignition on when the vehicle is running self-diagnost\
ics.
“Traction control off ”Indicates that you have deactivated the ASR function.
“Turn steering
wheel + sTART” Turn the steering wheel slightly whilst pressing the vehicle start button to unlock the steering
column.
“No message available” No warning is stored.
“steering wheel not locked ”Indicates that the steering column has not been locked.
“stop vehicle” Indicates an electronic parking brake fault. Apply the electronic parking brake manually and
ensure that the vehicle is immobilised using a chock.
These can help in the vehicle starting phase, or give information about \
a selection or a driving status.
Examples of information messages are given in the following pages.

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Ordinateur de bord : messages d’anomalies de fonctionnement (L38 - X\
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TRIp COMpUTER AND WARNINg sYsTEM: operating fault messages
These appear with the © warning light and mean that you should drive very carefully to an approved dealer as soon
as possible. If you fail to follow this recommendation, you risk damagin\
g your vehicle.
They disappear when the display selection key is pressed or after several seconds and are stored in the computer log. The
©
warning light stays on. Examples of operating fault messages are given i\
n the following pages.
Examples of messages Interpreting the display selected
« Clean diesel filter » Indicates the presence of water in the diesel filter.
« Check lighting »Indicates a fault in the directional headlights.
« Check vehicle » Indicates a fault on one of the pedal sensors or in the battery management
system.
« Check airbag » Indicates a fault in the restraint system in addition to the seat belts. In the event
of an accident, it is possible that they may not be triggered.
« Check antipollution system »Indicates a fault in the vehicle’s particle filter system.
« Check injection system » Indicates an engine fault.

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Ordinateur de bord : messages d’alerte (L38 - X38 - X32 - B32 - Rena\
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These appear with the ® warning light and require you to stop immediately, for your own safety, as soon as traffic
conditions allow. stop your engine and do not restart it. Contact an approved Dealer.
Examples of warning messages are given in the following pages. Note: the messages appear on the display either individually
or alternately (when there are several messages to be displayed), and \
may be accompanied by a warning light and/or a beep.
Examples of messages Interpreting the display selected
« Engine failure hazard »Indicates engine overheating, or an injection or engine oil pressure fau\
lt.
“power steering fault” or
“Risk of steering locking ”Indicates a fault in the steering.
« Battery charging fault » Indicates a fault in the vehicle battery charging circuit (alternator e\
tc.).
« puncture » Indicates a puncture on the tyre displayed on the instrument panel.
TRIp COMpUTER AND WARNINg sYsTEM : warning messages

clock ..................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
clock ..................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
external temperature ............................ (up to the end of the DU)
indicators: exterior temperature indicator .......................... (current page)
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Heure et température extérieure (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Vehicles equipped with a
navigation system, radio, etc.
For vehicles which are not fitted with
buttons 2 and 3 , refer to the specific
equipment instructions to discover the
special features.
Clock and exterior temperature
With the ignition on , the time and,
depending on the vehicle, the exterior
temperature are displayed.
Resetting the clock 1
On equipped vehicles, buttons 2 and 3
are used to set the clock.
Press button 2 to adjust the hours and
button 3 to adjust the minutes.
External temperature
indicator
As ice formation is related
to climatic exposure, local
air humidity and temperature, the
external temperature alone is not
sufficient to detect ice.
CLOCK AND EXTERIOR TEMpERATURE (1/2)
If the power supply is cut (battery
disconnected, supply wire cut, etc.),
the clock must be reset.
We recommend that you do not
adjust these settings while driving.
External temperature
indicator
special note:
When the external temperature is be -
tween –3°C and +3°C, the °C charac -
ters flash (indicates risk of ice forma -
tion).
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Heure et température extérieure (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Finishing by pressing and holding
button 6 to confirm the time set.
When the minutes flash, repeatedly
press or press and hold button 5 to set
them.
The fixed display on the hours and min-
utes for two seconds confirms the hour
and minute setting.
Press button 5 or 6 to exit time setting
mode.setting the time on display A(vehicle with setting buttons 5 and 6)
With the ignition on, press button 5 or 6
to enter time setting mode: display 4
appears.
Wait for the hours and minutes to flash.
Press and hold button 6 to select the
hours.
When the hours flash, repeatedly press
or press and hold button 5 to set them.
A5
6
4
CLOCK AND EXTERIOR TEMpERATURE (2/2)
If the power supply is cut (battery
disconnected, supply wire cut, etc.),
the clock must be reset.
We recommend that you do not
adjust these settings while driving.

switching on the vehicle ignition ............................ (current page)
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Démarrage / Arrêt moteur avec carte RENAULT mains libres (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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StARtING/St OPPING the eNGINe: vehicle with ReNAULt CARD (2/3)
Accessories function(switching on the ignition)
Once you have gained access to your
vehicle, you may use some of its func-
tions (radio, navigation, wipers, etc.).
To use the other functions, press
button 1 without touching the pedals, or
insert the card in the reader.
Note: depending on the vehicle, press-
ing button 1 starts the engine.
Operating faults
In certain cases, the hands-free
RENAULT card may not work:
– when the RENAULT card battery is
drained, flat battery, etc.
– near to appliances operating on the
same frequency as the card (moni -
tor, mobile phone, video game, etc.);
– vehicle located in a high electromag -
netic radiation zone.
The message “ Please insert keycard ”
appears on the instrument panel.
Insert the RENAULT card fully into card
reader 2.
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle
with the RENAULT card
inside and never leave a
child (or a pet) unsupervised, even
for a short while.
There is a risk that they could start
the engine or operate electrical
equipment (electric windows etc.)
and trap part of their body (neck,
arms, hands, etc.).
Risk of serious injury.
Never switch off the ignition before
the vehicle has stopped completely.
Once the engine has stopped, the
brake servo, power-assisted steer -
ing, etc. and the passive safety de-
vices such as air bags and preten -
sioners will no longer operate.
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catalytic converter................................. (up to the end of the DU)
special features of diesel versions ........(up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Particularités des versions diesel (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Special features of diesel versions
SPeCIAL FeAtUReS OF DIeSeL VeRSIONS
Diesel engine speed
Diesel engines are fitted with injection
equipment which prevents the engine
speed being exceeded irrespective of
the gear selected.
If the message “ Check anti-pollution
system” is displayed on the instrument
panel accompanied by the
Ä and
© warning light; consult an ap -
proved dealer straight away.
When driving, depending on the fuel
grade used, it is possible that white
smoke may be emitted.
This is due to the exhaust particle filter
being cleaned automatically, and does
not affect the way the vehicle runs.
Running out of fuel
If the tank has been completely
drained, the system must be reprimed
after the tank is refilled: see information
on the “fuel tank” in section 1 before re-
starting the engine.
Do not park the vehicle or
run the engine in locations
where combustible sub -
stances or materials such
as grass or leaves can come into
contact with the hot exhaust system.
Precautions to be taken in
winter
To avoid any faults in icy weather:
– ensure that the battery is always fully
charged,
– always keep the diesel tank rela -
tively full to avoid water vapour con-
densing in it and accumulating at the
bottom of the tank.

environment .......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Environnement (sans marque) (X44 - X45 - X77 - X81 - X85 - X90 - X91 \
- X83 - X61 - TEST - X95 - J95 - R95 - F90 Ph2 - X33 - X47 - X43 - X38 - H79 - X62 - X32 -\
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Environment
eNVIRONMeNt
emissions
Your vehicle has been designed to emit
fewer greenhouse gases (CO2) while in
use, and therefore to consume less fuel
(eg. 140 g/km, equivalent to 5.3 l/100
km for a diesel vehicle).
Our vehicles are also equipped with a
particle filter system including a cata -
lytic converter, an oxygen sensor and
an active carbon filter (the latter pre -
vents vapour from the fuel tank being
released into the open air).
For certain diesel vehicles, this system
also has a particle filter to reduce the
volume of soot particles emitted.
Please make your own
contribution towards
protecting the environment
too
– Worn parts replaced in the course of
routine vehicle maintenance (vehi -
cle battery, oil filter, air filter, batter -
ies, etc.) and oil containers (empty or
filled with used oil) must be disposed
of through specialist organisations. –
At the end of the vehicle’s service
life, it should be sent to approved
centres to ensure that it is recycled.
– In all cases, comply with local legis -
lation.
Recycling
Your vehicle is 85% recyclable and
95% recoverable.
To achieve these objectives, many of
the vehicle components have been de-
signed to enable them to be recycled.
The materials and structures have
been carefully designed to allow these
components to be easily removed and
reprocessed by specialist companies.
In order to preserve raw material re -
sources, this vehicle incorporates nu -
merous parts made from recycled plas-
tics or renewable materials (vegetable
or animal-derived materials such as
cotton or wool).
Your vehicle has been designed with
respect for the
environment in mind for
its entire service life: during production,
use and at the end of its life.
This commitment is illustrated by the of
the manufacturer eco² signature.Manufacture
Your vehicle has been manufactured at
a factory which complies with a policy
to reduce the environmental impact
on the surrounding areas (reduction of
water and energy consumption, visual
and noise pollution, atmospheric emis-
sions and waste water; sorting and re-
using waste).

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Sommaire 4 (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Engine oil level: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
topping up, filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6
Engine oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7
Levels: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8
engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8
brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
windscreen/headlight washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
Tyre pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
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Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12
Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13
Interior trim maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.15

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Batterie (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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The battery 1 does not require any
maintenance.label A
Observe the indications on the battery:
– 2 naked flames and smoking forbid -
den;
– 3 eye protection required;
– 4 keep away from children;
– 5 explosive materials;
– 6 refer to the handbook;
– 7 corrosive materials.
Battery
The battery is a specific
type , please ensure it is
replaced with the same
type. Consult an approved
dealer.
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.
BA tteR y
Depending on the vehicle, a system
continuously checks the battery charge
status. If the level drops, the message
“Battery low start engine ” is displayed
on the instrument panel. In this case,
start the engine. Then the message
“ Battery charging ” appears on the in -
strument panel for the duration of the
charging time.
The charge status of your battery can
decrease especially if you use your ve-
hicle:
– for short journeys;
– for driving in town;
– when the temperature drops;
– after extended use of consumers
(radio etc.) with the engine switched
off.
Replacing the battery
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
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The engine may be hot
during operations in close
proximity. In addition, the
engine cooling fan may
start at any moment.
Risk of injury.
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