lock RENAULT FLUENCE 2012 1.G Workshop Manual

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ENG_UD21355_2
Banquette arrière (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Rear bench seat
w hen refitting the seat -
back , make sure it is cor -
rectly locked in place.
If seat covers are fitted ,
make sure these do not prevent the
seatback latch from locking in.
Make sure that the seat belts are
positioned correctly.
Reposition the headrests.
Depending on the vehicle, the seat and
the seatback may be folded away to
allow bulky objects to be carried.
To fold away the seat base
Tilt seat base A against the front seats.
To fold down the seatback
After folding the seat base down,
remove the rear headrests (refer to the
information on the “Rear headrests”
in Section 1), then press button 1 and
lower the seatback(s) B.
In all situations, lower the rear head-
rests (refer to the information on the
“Rear headrests” in Section 1).
For safety reasons, carry
out any adjustments when
the vehicle is not being
driven.
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BA
REAR BENch SEAT
When moving the rear
bench seat, check that
the bench seat anchor -
age points are clean (they
should be free from grit, cloths or
any other item which may prevent
the bench seat from locking se -
curely).

tailgate .................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
tailgate .................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
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Coffre à bagages (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Luggage compartment
T AIlgATE
opening
Press button 1 or 2 and lift the tailgate.
2
closing
Pull down the tailgate using handle 4
inside the tailgate (depending on the
vehicle) to assist you.
1
3
4
opening manually from
inside the vehicle
If it is impossible to unlock the tailgate,
it can be done from inside.
– access the luggage compartment by
folding forward the seatback(s) of
the rear bench seat,
– insert a pencil or similar object in
cavity 3 and slide the unit as shown
in the illustration,
– push the tailgate to open it.

bonnet................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
maintenance: mechanical ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Capot moteur (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Bonnet
Opening the bonnet
Lift the bonnet and release stay 4 from
its holder 5 . For your own safety, it is
very important to fix the stay into re -
tainer 3 in the bonnet.
To open, pull handle
1 , located on the
left-hand side of the dashboard.
Unlocking the bonnet catch
To release it, lift tab 2.
BOnnet: four-door version
1
2Closing the bonnet
Check that nothing has been left in the
engine compartment.
To close the bonnet, replace stay 4
back into its holder 5, hold the bonnet in
the middle and lower it to 30 cm above
the closed position, then release it. It
will latch automatically under its own
weight.
Ensure that the bonnet is
properly locked.
Ensure that nothing is pre -
venting locking (grit, cloths,
etc.).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.
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4
5
After carrying out any work
in the engine compart -
ment, check that nothing
has been left behind (cloth,
tools, etc.).
These may damage the engine or
cause a fire.

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Capot moteur (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Opening the bonnet
Lift the bonnet; you will need to guide it
as it is held by a strut.
To open, pull handle
1 , located on the
left-hand side of the dashboard.
Unlocking the bonnet catch
To release it, lift tab 2.
BOnnet: five-door version
2Closing the bonnet
Check that nothing has been left in the
engine compartment.
To close the bonnet again, hold the
bonnet in the middle and lower it to
30 cm above the closed position, then
release it. It will latch automatically
under its own weight.
Ensure that the bonnet is
properly locked.
Ensure that nothing is pre -
venting locking (grit, cloths,
etc.).
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 may accidentally
close.
1
After carrying out any work
in the engine compart -
ment, check that nothing
has been left behind (cloth,
tools, etc.).
These may damage the engine or
cause a fire.

maintenance:interior trim ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
interior trim maintenance ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
cleaning: inside the vehicle ............................ (up to the end of the DU)
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Entretien des garnitures intérieures (X35 - X45 - X65 - J77 - X81 - \
J81 - X85 - X91 - B91 - K91 - D91 - X83 - X61 - X77 ph2 - X95 - B95 - D9\
5 - E95 - K95 - J95 - R95 -
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Interior trim maintenance
glass instrument panel(e.g. instrument panel, clock, exterior
temperature display, radio display, etc.)
Use a soft cloth (or cotton wool).
If this does not clean it properly, use a
soft cloth (or cotton wool) slightly mois-
tened with soapy water and then wipe
clean with a soft damp cloth or cotton
wool.
Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry
cloth.
Cleaning products containing alco -
hol must not be used under any cir-
cumstances.
Seat belts
These must be kept clean.
Use products selected by our Technical
Department (Approved outlets) or
warm, soapy water and a sponge and
wipe with a dry cloth.
Detergents or dyes must not be used
under any circumstances.
inteRiOR tRiM MAintenAnCe (1/2)
textiles (seats, door trim, etc)
Vacuum-clean the textiles regularly.
liquid stain
Use soapy water.
Dab lightly (never rub) with a soft cloth,
rinse and remove the excess.
Solid or pasty stain
Carefully remove the excess solid or
pasty material immediately with a
spatula (working from the edges to the
centre to avoid spreading the stain).
Clean as for a liquid stain.
Special instructions for sweets or
chewing gum
Put an ice cube on the stain to solidify
it, then proceed as for a solid stain.
A well-maintained vehicle will last
longer. It is therefore recommended to
maintain the interior of the vehicle regu-
larly.
A stain should always be dealt with
swiftly.
Whatever type of stain is on the trim,
use
cold (or warm) soapy water with
natural soap.
Detergents (washing-up liquid, pow -
dered products, alcohol-based prod-
ucts) should not be used.
Use a soft cloth.
Rinse and soak up the excess.
For further recommendations for
maintaining the interior, and/or for
any unsatisfactory results, please
see an authorised dealer.

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5.3
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Crevaison (L38 - X38 - X32 - B32 - Renault)
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t o store the wheel in the cage
– Make sure the wheel is correctly po-
sitioned in the cage, valve facing
down.
– Reposition the cage using handle 5
and retighten the nut using wheel -
brace 3 to refit the assembly.
– Make sure it is correctly locked.emergency spare wheel, five-
door version
This is stored in cage 6 under the floor
at the rear of the vehicle.
to access emergency spare wheel 4
– Open the tailgate;
– Undo the nut using wheelbrace 3
from the tool kit in the luggage com-
partment (refer to the information on
the “Tool kit” in Section 5);
– Detach the cage using handle 5;
– Release the emergency spare
wheel.
4
5
3
6
1
2
emergency spare wheel,
four-door version
This is located in the luggage compart-
ment. To access it:
– open the tailgate;
– lift the luggage compartment carpet
using tab 1 and attach it to hook 2;
– depending on the vehicle, remove
the blanking cover;
– unscrew the central mounting;
– remove the emergency spare wheel.
Puncture, emergency sP are wheel (2/2)

changing a wheel.................................. (up to the end of the DU)
puncture ................................................ (up to the end of the DU)
lifting the vehicle changing a wheel ............................ (up to the end of the DU)
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Changement de roue (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Vehicles equipped with a jack
and wheelbrace
If necessary, remove the wheel trim.
– Unlock the wheel bolts using the
wheel wrench 3. Position it so as to
be able to push from above;
– line jack 4 up horizontally, the jack
head must be positioned at the
same height as plate mounting 1, as
close as possible to the wheel con -
cerned, indicated by an arrow 2;
– start cranking the jack up by hand to
align the base plate (which should be
pushed slightly under the vehicle);
– turn the wheelbrace until the wheel
lifts off the ground;
– undo the bolts and take off the wheel;
– fit the emergency spare wheel on the
central hub and turn it to locate the
mounting holes in the wheel and the
hub.
Changing a wheel
changIng a wheel (1/2)
Switch on the hazard warn-
ing lights.
Keep the vehicle away from
traffic and on a level sur -
face where it will not slip (if neces -
sary, place a solid support under the
jack base).
Apply the parking brake and engage
a gear (first or reverse, or P for auto-
matic transmissions).
Ask all the passengers to leave the
vehicle and keep them away from
traffic.
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4
12
To prevent any risk of injury
or damage to the vehicle,
only crank the jack until the
wheel you are replacing is
a maximum of 3 centimetres off the
ground.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a
jack or wheelbrace, you can obtain
these from your approved dealer.
If the vehicle is parked on
the hard shoulder, you must
warn other road users of
your vehicle’s presence
with a warning triangle or with other
devices as per the legislation apply-
ing to the country you are in.

lightsfront ................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
lights changing bulbs ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
changing a bulb .................................... (up to the end of the DU)
indicators .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
bulbs changing ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
lights: dipped beam headlights .................. (up to the end of the DU)
lights: direction indicators .......................... (up to the end of the DU)
lights: main beam headlights ..................... (up to the end of the DU)
bulbs changing ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Projecteurs avant : remplacement des lampes (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Do not touch the bulb glass. hold it
by its base.
When the bulb has been changed,
make sure you refit the cover correctly.
Discharge bulb dipped beam
headlights
Bulb type: D1s.
Headlights (changing bulbs)
FrOnt heaDlIghts: changing bulbs (1/5)
Five door version
After opening the bonnet, pull tool A
upwards. Remove the two screws 1
from the headlight using the tool.
Pull the headlight forwards, sliding it in
its rails up to the end stop.
After refitting the light, tighten the
screws 1 and reposition the tool cor -
rectly in its housing.
Direction indicatorsRotate the bulb holder B to unlock it.
Bulb type: Py21w .
Daytime running lightsRemove cover C and unlock bulb
holder 2 by rotating it.
Bulb type: P21w .
Dipped beam headlights D
halogen dipped beam headlight
Unlock the two springs D , remove
the cover, then unclip the spring 3 to
remove the bulb 4.
Bulb type: h7.
It is essential to use anti U.V. 55W
bulbs so as not to damage the plastic
on the headlights.
1BcDe324B
Due to the danger involved
in handling high-voltage de-
vices, this type of bulb must
be replaced by an approved
dealer.
a

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ENG_UD27193_5
Projecteurs avant : remplacement des lampes (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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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.
The bulbs are under pres -
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
To comply with current legislation,
or as a precaution, you can obtain
an emergency kit from an approved
dealer containing a set of spare
bulbs and fuses.
FrOnt heaDlIghts: changing bulbs (2/5)
main beam headlights
Remove the cover E , press the bulb
holder 5 downwards to unlock it.
Bulb type: h7.
BcDe3245B6
Front side lights
Remove the cover E and pull the bulb
holder 6.
Bulb type: w5w .

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Fusibles (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Fuses (2/2)
Some accessories are protected by
fuses located in the engine compart -
ment in fuse box C.
However, because of their reduced ac-
cessibility, we advise you to have your
fuses replaced by an approved Dealer.allocation of fuses(the presence of certain fuses depends
on the vehicle equipment level)
1 Brake lights;
2 Automatic door locking;
3 Driver’s electric window;
4 Passenger compartment unit;
5 Direction indicator lights;
6 Navigation system; 7 Rear screen wiper;
8 Right rear window control;
9 Left rear window control;
10 ABS/ESC;
11 Passenger side window control;
12 Windscreen washer;
13 Heated rear-view mirrors;
14 Radio;
15 Rear seat accessories socket;
16 Cigarette lighter.
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