engine coolant RENAULT FLUENCE 2012 1.G Owners Manual

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Témoins lumineux (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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W ARNINg LIghTs (2/4)
ÚBattery charge warning light
If it comes on together with the
® warning light and a beep, it in-
dicates that the electrical circuit is over-
charged or undercharged.
©Warning light
This lights up when the ignition
is switched on and goes out as soon as
the engine is started. It can light up in
conjunction with other indicator lights
and/or messages on the instrument
panel.
It means you should drive very care-
fully to an approved dealer as soon as
possible. If you fail to follow this recom-
mendation, you risk damaging your ve-
hicle.
®sTOp light
This lights up when the ignition
is switched on and goes out as soon as
the engine is started. It comes on with
other warning lights and/or messages,
and is accompanied by a beep.
It requires you to stop immediately, for
your own safety, as soon as traffic con-
ditions allow. Switch off the engine and
do not restart it.
Contact an approved Dealer.
DBrake circuit fault warning
light
If it comes on during braking and is ac-
companied by the
® warning light
and a beep, it indicates that the fluid
level in the circuit is low or that there is
a braking system fault. Stop as soon as
traffic conditions allow and contact an
approved Dealer.
ÀOil pressure warning light
If it comes on when you are
driving accompanied by the
®
warning light and a beep, it is essential
to stop and switch off the ignition. Check
the oil level (refer to the information on
the “Engine oil level” in Section 4). If
the level is correct, the light has come
on for another reason; consult an ap -
proved dealer.
ÔEngine coolant temperature
warning light
This lights up when the ignition is
switched on and goes out when the
engine is started. If it comes on when
you are driving accompanied by the
® warning light and a beep, it is
essential to stop and switch off the ig -
nition.
Check the coolant level (refer to the in-
formation on “Levels” in Section 4). If
the level is correct, the light has come
on for another reason; consult an ap -
proved dealer.
The presence and operation of the warning lights DEpEND ON ThE EQUIpMENT AND COUNTRY.

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display .................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
instrument panel ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
fuel level ................................................................ (current page)
coolant ................................................................... (current page)
control instruments ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
levels: fuel ................................................................... (current page)
levels: coolant ............................................................. (current page)
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Instrument panel: displays and indicators
DIspLAYs AND INDICATORs (1/4)
Instrument panel A
Rev counter 1
(rpm x 1,000)
Coolant temperature indicator 2
In normal use, the needle should be
positioned before zone 3. Under “inten-
sive” operating conditions, the needle
may approach this zone. This is not se-
rious unless the
® warning light
comes on, accompanied by a message
on the instrument panel and a beep.
A
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3
5
speedometer 4
(km or miles per hour)
Fuel level gauge 6
If the minimum level is reached, warn-
ing light 5 comes on and a beep
sounds. Fill up as soon as possible.
There is only approximately 30 miles
(50 km) worth of fuel left after the warn-
ing light first comes on.
Multifunction display 7
Engine oil level low warning. When
the engine is started, display 7 alerts
the driver when the oil level is at its min-
imum. Refer to the information on the
“Engine oil level” in Section 4.
The location of the displays and indi
-
cators varies depending on the vehi -
cle’s instrument panel. There are three
types of instrument panel (instrument
panel A, B and C) detailed below.

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DIspLAYs AND INDICATORs (2/4)
Instrument panel B
Rev counter 8
(rpm x 1,000)
speedometer 10
(km or miles per hour)
Multifunction display 11
Engine oil level low warning. When
the engine is started, display 11 alerts
the driver when the oil level is at its min-
imum. Refer to the information on the
“Engine oil level” in Section 4.
Fuel gauge 14
If the minimum level is reached, warn-
ing light 12 comes on and a beep
sounds. Fill up as soon as possible.
There is only approximately 30 miles
(50 km) worth of fuel left after the warn-
ing light first comes on.Coolant temperature indicator 13
(depending on the vehicle)
Under normal operating conditions, in-
dicator 13 must be positioned before
the last three squares. Under “inten -
sive” operating conditions, the needle
may approach this zone.
This is not serious unless the
®
warning light comes on, accompanied
by warning light 9 , a message on the
instrument panel and a beep.
B
81011
1314
912

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DIspLAYs AND INDICATORs (3/4)
Instrument panel C
Rev counter 15 (rpm × 1,000) Fuel gauge
19
If the minimum level is reached, warn-
ing light 20 comes on and a beep
sounds. Fill up as soon as possible.
There is only approximately 30 miles
(50 km) worth of fuel left after the warn-
ing light first comes on.
Coolant temperature indicator 18
In normal use, indicator 18 should be
before area D . Under severe condi -
tions, the needle may enter this area.
This is not serious unless the
®
warning light comes on, accompanied
by a message on the instrument panel
and a beep.
Trip computer and warning system
Refer to the information on the “Trip
computer and warning system” in
Section 1.
Engine oil level low warning
When the engine is started, display 17
alerts the driver when the oil level is at
its minimum. Refer to the information
on the “Engine oil level” in Section 4.
The first time the warning appears, it
can be cleared by pressing one of the
buttons on the end of stalk 16.
Subsequent warnings will disappear
automatically after 30 seconds.
1516
192018
D
17
C
C

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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. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.11
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12
Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13
Interior trim maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.15

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Niveaux / filtres (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Levels:
engine coolant
levelS (1/3)
Coolant
The level is checked with the engine
switched off and on flat ground. The
level when cold must be between the
“MIN” and “MAX” marks on coolant res-
ervoir 1.
Top this level up when cold before the
“MIN” mark is reached. 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.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
1Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
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.

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (X85 - L38 - X38 - Renault)
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On the road POssIBle causesactIOn requIreD
White smoke from the exhaust. This is not necessarily a fault. Smoke
may be caused by regeneration of the
particle filter.Refer to the information on “Special fea-
tures of diesel versions” in Section 2.
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pressures,
incorrectly balanced or damaged.Check the tyre pressures. If this is not the
problem, have them checked by an ap
-
proved Dealer.
Coolant boiling in the coolant reservoir. Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder head
gasket.Stop the engine.
Contact an approved dealer.
OPeratIng F
aults (4/8)

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OPeratIng F aults (5/8)
On the road POssIBle causesactIOn requIreD
Smoke under the bonnet. Short circuit or cooling circuit leak.Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away
from the vehicle and contact an ap-
proved Dealer.
Coolant circuit fault. Consult an approved dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes on:
– while turning or braking, The level is too low. Top up the engine oil level (refer to the
information on “Engine oil level: topping
up/filling” in Section 4).
– at idle speed, Low oil pressure. Consult the nearest approved Dealer.
– is slow to go out or remains lit when
accelerating. Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an ap-
proved Dealer.
Loss of engine power. Clogged air filter.Replace the cartridge.
Fuel supply fault. Check the fuel level.
Faulty spark plugs, incorrect electrode
gaps. Consult an approved dealer.
Unstable idle speed or the engine stalls. Poor compression (spark plugs, ignition,
air leak).Consult an approved dealer.

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On the road POssIBle causesactIOn requIreD
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating.Leave to cool.
Weak or dead battery. Recharge or replace the battery.
The engine overheats. The coolant tem-
perature warning light comes on (or the
indicator needle is in the red area). Coolant pump: belt stretched or broken.
Engine cooling fan not working.
Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine
and contact an approved Dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the condition of hoses and clips.
Check the coolant reservoir: it should
contain fluid. If it does not, top it up (once
it has cooled) . Take care not to scald
yourself. This action is only temporary;
consult your approved Dealer as soon as
possible.
OPeratIng F aults (6/8)
radiator: if there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling
system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved
by our Technical Department may be used for this purpose.

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AlphAbeticAl index (4/5)
p
paintwork
maintenance ..................................................... 4.13 – 4.14
parking distance control .......................................... 2.36 – 2.37
power-assisted steering ..................................................... 1.45
pretensioners ..................................................................... 1.22
puncture ................................................... 5.2 – 5.3, 5.7 → 5.10
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radio........................................................................\
........... 3.27
fitting a radio ................................................................ 5.32
rear parcel shelf ................................................................. 3.23
rear screen de-icing/demisting ..................................... 3.5, 3.9
rear view mirrors ..................................................... 1.72 – 1.73
RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) ...................1.15
RENAULT card battery .......................................................................... 5.31
use ..................................................................... 1.4 → 1.10
RENAULT card battery ...................................................... 5.31
replacement parts ................................................................ 6.8
reverse gear selecting .................................................. 2.10, 2.38 → 2.40
reversing sensor ..................................................... 2.36 – 2.37
roof bars ........................................................................\
.... 3.26
roof rack roof bars ....................................................................... 3.26
running in ........................................................................\
..... 2.2
S
screen wash/wipe .............................................................. 1.81
seat belt pretensioners .......................................... 1.22 → 1.24
front seat belt ...................................................1.22 → 1.24
seat belts .................................. 1.19 → 1.24, 1.26 – 1.27, 1.52
see-me-home lighting ............................................... 1.76, 1.78
service sheets .......................................................... 6.9 → 6.14side indicator lights
changing bulbs ............................................................. 5.23
side protection devices ...................................................... 1.26
signals and lights ................................................... 1.75 → 1.78
speakers location ........................................................................ 5.32
special features of diesel versions .......................................2.9
special features of petrol vehicles ....................................... 2.8
speed limiter ................................................. 1.52, 2.22 → 2.27
starting the engine ..................................................... 2.3 → 2.7
steering wheel adjustment ................................................................... 1.45
stopping the engine ............................................................. 2.4
storage compartment ............................................. 3.17 → 3.19
storage compartments .................................. 3.17 → 3.19, 3.24
sun visor ........................................................................\
.... 3.16
sunroof ................................................................... 3.12 → 3.14
switching on the vehicle ignition .......................... 2.3 – 2.4, 2.6
t
tailgate ................................................................... 3.22 → 3.24
tanks and reservoirs brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.9
coolant ........................................................................... 4.8
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer ...................................................... 4.10
technical specifications ............................... 6.3 – 6.5, 6.7 – 6.8
telephone ........................................................................\
... 3.27
temperature regulation ............................................ 3.6 → 3.10
tool kit ........................................................................\
. 5.7 – 5.8
towing breakdown ........................................................ 5.35 – 5.36
towing equipment ......................................................... 3.25
towing a caravan ........................................................ 3.25, 6.7
towing equipment fitting ............................................................................ 3.25