charging RENAULT FLUENCE Z.E. 2012 Owner's Manual

12 volt battery ....................................... (up to the end of the DU)
12 volt battery maintenance ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.6
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Batterie (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
12 volt 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.
12 vOL t BatteR y (1/2)
The charge status of the 12 volt bat -
tery 1 can decrease, especially if you
use your vehicle:
– when the outside temperature drops;
– after extended use of energy-con -
suming devices (radio etc.) with the
engine switched off.
Replacement
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
1
Do not work on the 12 volt
battery (charging, replac -
ing, etc.):
– without switching off the
ignition;
– if your traction battery is charging
Please refer to the information
on “Electric vehicle: charging” in
Section 1.
Risk of serious injury.
Replacing the 12 volt bat -
tery:
For your own safety, you
must respect the replace -
ment intervals (without exceeding
them) as stated in the maintenance
document.

4.10
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Entretien de la carosserie (X61 - X38 - X61 électrique - L38 élec\
trique - X10 - Renault)
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Using a roller type car wash
Return the windscreen wiper stalk to
the Park position (refer to the informa-
tion on the “Windscreen washer, wiper”
in Section 1). Check the mounting of
external accessories, additional lights
and mirrors, and ensure that the wiper
blades are secured with adhesive tape.
Remove the radio aerial mast if your
vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
Remember to remove the tape and refit
the antenna after washing.
Observe the vehicle stopping distances
when driving on gravelled surfaces to
prevent paint damage.
Repair, or have repaired quickly, areas
where the paint has been damaged, to
prevent corrosion spreading.
Remember to visit the body shop pe
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riodically in order to maintain your
anti-corrosion warranty. Refer to the
Maintenance Document.
Respect local regulations about wash -
ing vehicles (e.g. do not wash your ve-
hicle on a public highway).
If it is necessary to clean mechani -
cal components, hinges, etc., spray
them with products approved by our
Technical Department to protect them
after they have been cleaned.
BODyWORk MaIntenanCe (2/2)
Cleaning the headlights
As the headlights are made of plastic
“glass”, use a soft cloth or cotton wool
to clean them. If this does not clean
them properly, moisten the cloth with
soapy water, 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.
vehicles with a matte paint
finish
This type of paint requires certain pre-
cautions.
Do not do the following
– use wax-based products (polishing);
– rub too hard;
– wash the vehicle in a roller-type car
wash;
– wash the vehicle using a high-pres-
sure device;
– attach stickers to the paintwork (risk
of leaving marks).
y ou should do the following
Wash the vehicle by hand using plenty
of water, using a soft cloth or a gentle
sponge.
We have selected special products
to care for your vehicle and you can
obtain these from the manufactur -
er’s accessory outlets.
Washing the vehicle
Never wash the engine
compartment, the charging
connection or the traction
battery with a high-pressure jet.
This risks damaging the electric cir-
cuit.
Never wash the vehicle while it is
charging.
Risk of electric shock and a risk to
life.

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)
bulbs changing ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
bulbs changing ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
indicators ............................................................... (current page)
lights: direction indicators ........................................... (current page)
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Projecteurs avant : remplacement des lampes (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Headlights (changing bulbs)
FrONT HEADLIgHTs: changing bulbs (1/2)
Direction indicators
R e m o v e c o v e r B , u n s c r e w b u l b
holder 2 a quarter of a turn and un -
screw the bulb a quarter of a turn.
Bulb type: PY21W.
The bulbs detailed below can be re -
placed. However, we recommend that
these be replaced by an approved
dealer if this proves difficult. After open -
ing the bonnet, unscrew the screws 1
using standard tools or, depending on
the vehicle, using the spanners pro -
vided in the tool kit.
Pull the headlight as far as possible in
the direction shown by the arrow.
Note: the headlight cannot be pulled
out completely. Avoid pulling too hard,
as this could damage the connections.
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Obtain an emergency kit containing
a set of spare bulbs and fuses from
an approved Dealer.
Do not do any work under
the bonnet when the vehicle
is charging or when the igni -
tion is switched on.

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Fusibles (L38 électrique - 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 ABS/ESP;
9 Passenger electric window;
10 Windscreen washer;
11 Heated door mirrors;
12 Radio;
13 Traction battery;
14 Rear seat accessories socket;
15 Cigarette lighter.
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1
2
3
4
5
6
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10
11
12
13
14
15
Do not do any work under
the bonnet when the vehicle
is charging or when the igni
-
tion is switched on.

12 volt battery ....................................... (up to the end of the DU)
12 volt battery breakdown recovery ....................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Batterie : dépannage (L38 électrique - Renault)
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To avoid all risk of sparks:
– Switch off the vehicle ignition.
– Ensure that any electrical consumers
(courtesy lights, etc.) are switched
off before disconnecting or recon -
necting the battery.
– When charging, stop the charger
before connecting or disconnecting
the battery.
– Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short cir-
cuit between the terminals.
– Make sure that you reconnect the
battery terminals after refitting.
12 volt battery: troubleshooting
12 VOLT BATTEr Y: breakdown recovery (1/2)
Connecting a battery charger
The battery charger must be com -
patible with a battery with nominal
voltage of 12 volts.
Before disconnecting the battery, check
that:
– the ignition is switched off;
– the gear control should be in posi -
tion P (please refer to the information
on the “Gear control” in Section 2;
– the charging cable is disconnected.
Special procedures may be
required to charge some
batteries. Contact your ap -
proved dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which may
cause an immediate explosion, and
charge the battery in a well-venti -
lated area. Risk of serious injury.
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.
The engine may be hot when car -
rying out operations in close prox -
imity. In addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Disconnect the leads connected to both
battery terminals, starting with the
negative terminal.
Follow the instructions given by the
manufacturer of the battery charger
you are using.
Do not work on the 12 volt
battery (charging, replac -
ing, etc.):
– without switching off the
ignition;
– if your traction battery is charg -
ing.
Please refer to the information
on “Electric vehicle: charging” in
Section 1.
Risk of serious injury.

accessories...........................................(up to the end of the DU)
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Accessoires (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Accessories
ACCEssOrIEs
Electrical and electronic accessoriesBefore installing this type of accessory, make sure it is compatible with your vehicle. You can get advice from an au-
thorised dealer.
To install an accessory requiring intervention with the vehicle’s 12 V electrical circuit, please follow these instructions:
– disconnect the charging cord from the traction battery;
– switch off the ignition;
– disconnect the 12 V battery.
risk of serious injury.
Connect accessories with a maximum power of 120 watts only. Fire hazard.
No work may be carried out on the vehicle’s electrical or radio circuits, except by authorised dealers: an incorrectly connected
system may result in damage being caused to the electrical equipment and\
/or the components connected to it.
If the vehicle is fitted with any aftermarket electrical equipment, make sure that the installation is correctly protected by a fuse.
Establish the rating and position of this fuse.
Use of transmission/receiving devices (telephones, CB equipment etc.).\
Telephones and CB equipment with integrated aerials may cause interference to the electronic systems originally fitted to the
vehicle: it is advisable only to use equipment with an external aerial. Furthermore, we remind you of the need to conform
to the legislation in force concerning the use of such equipment.
Fitting after-market accessoriesIf you wish to install accessories on the vehicle: please contact an authorised dealer. Also, to ensure the correct operation of
your vehicle, and to avoid any risk to your safety, we recommend that you use only accessories specifically designed for your
vehicle, which are the only accessories for which the manufacturer will \
provide a warranty.
If you are using an anti-theft device, only attach it to the brake pedal\
.
Obstructions to the driver
On the driver’s side, only use mats suitable for the vehicle, attached with the pre-fitted components, and check the fitting regu-
larly. Do not lay one mat on top of another. There is a risk of wedging the pedals

operating faults ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
faults operating faults ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Anomalies de fonctionnement (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Operating faults
OPErATINg FAULTs (1/4)
The following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved dealer as soon as possible.
FAULTs POssIBLE CAUsEsWHAT TO DO
Impossible to charge the traction bat -
tery. No electrical current in domes
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tic sockets or poor connection of
cable to domestic socket. Check your installation (circuit breaker, pro-
grammer, etc.).
Check the connections (socket, etc.).
Please refer to the information on “Electric
vehicle: charging” in Section 1.
The outdoor temperature is lower
than -26°C. Recharge your vehicle in a more suitable
environment. If necessary, refer to the para-
graph on “Towing, breakdown” in Section 5.
The cord is defective. Please see an authorised dealer to replace
it.
The programmable air conditioning
fails to work. One of the usage conditions is not
complied with (the traction battery
is not charged, etc).Please refer to the information on “Air-
conditioning: programming” in Section 3.

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Index (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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AlphAbeticAl index (1/5)
A
ABS ........................................................................\
. 2.9 → 2.12
accessories........................................................................\
5.26
accessories socket ............................................................ 3.19
additional methods of restraint .....................1.29 → 1.32, 1.35
side protection ............................................................. 1.34
to the front seat belts ....................................... 1.29 → 1.32
to the rear seat belts ........................................ 1.29 → 1.33
adjusting your driving position ....................... 1.22 – 1.23, 1.26
air bag .................................................................... 1.29 → 1.35
activating the front passenger air bags ........................ 1.48
deactivating the front passenger air bags .................... 1.46
air conditioning ................................................. 3.4 → 3.8, 3.11
air vents ...................................................................... 3.2 – 3.3
anti-corrosion check .............................................. 6.13 → 6.18
anti-corrosion protection ...................................................... 4.9
anti-lock braking system: ABS .................................2.9 → 2.12
armrest: front .............................................................................. 3.17
ashtray ........................................................................\
....... 3.19
ASR (traction control) .............................................. 2.9 → 2.12
audible and visual signals .................................................. 1.70
b
battery ........................................................................\
........ 1.55
12 volt battery breakdown recovery ......................................... 5.23 – 5.24
maintenance ......................................................... 4.6 – 4.7
12 volt battery ........................ 1.2 → 1.6, 4.6 – 4.7, 5.23 – 5.24
battery (remote control) ..................................................... 5.25
bonnet ........................................................................\
. 4.2 – 4.3
brake fluid ........................................................................\
.... 4.5
bulbs changing .......................................................... 5.14 → 5.18c
central door locking
............................................... 1.19 → 1.21
changing a bulb ..................................................... 5.14 → 5.18
changing a wheel ...................................................... 5.9 – 5.10
changing gear ............................................................. 2.3 – 2.4
charge meter .............................................................. 1.58, 2.8
charging cord ........................................................... 1.8 → 1.13
charging flap ............................................................ 1.7 → 1.13
charging socket ..................................... 1.2 → 1.6, 1.8 → 1.13
child restraint/seat ............................. 1.37 – 1.38, 1.40 → 1.48
child safety ....................... 1.15, 1.37 – 1.38, 1.40 → 1.48, 3.12
child seats .......................................... 1.37 – 1.38, 1.40 → 1.45
children ...................................... 1.15, 1.17 – 1.18, 1.37 – 1.38
children (safety) ................................................................. 3.12
cigar lighter ........................................................................\
3.19
cleaning: inside the vehicle .............................................. 4.11 – 4.12
clock ........................................................................\
.......... 1.49
closing the doors ................................................... 1.17 → 1.20
connected services .............................................................. 1.3
control instruments ................................................ 1.54 → 1.60
controls .................................................................. 1.50 → 1.53
coolant ........................................................................\
......... 4.4
courtesy light ...................................... 3.14 – 3.15, 5.19 – 5.20
courtesy mirrors ................................................................. 3.15
cruise control ................................................ 1.55, 2.13 → 2.19
cruise control-speed limiter.................................... 2.13 → 2.19
customised vehicle settings .............................................. 1.68
customising the vehicle settings ....................................... 1.68
d
dashboard .............................................................. 1.50 → 1.53
daytime running lights ........................................................ 1.71
display ................................................................... 1.54 → 1.58
doors .............................................................. 1.17 – 1.18, 1.21
doors/tailgate ................................................. 1.17 – 1.18, 1.21