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

starting .................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
stopping the engine .............................. (up to the end of the DU)
2.2
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Démarrage (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Starting, stopping the engine
Start position D
Starting the engine
– Move the gear lever to position P
only ;
– turn the key to position D and re -
lease it.
Warning light
Ṑ may flash on the in -
strument panel, along with a beep. As
soon as light
Ṑ stops flashing and
the beep stops, the vehicle is ready to
drive.
“Stop and steering lock”
position St
To unlock: turn the key and the steering
wheel slightly.
To lock: remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until the steering column
locks.
“Accessories” position AWhen the ignition is switched off, any
accessories (radio, etc.) will continue to
function.
“On” position MThe ignition is switched on:
St Arting, St OPPing the engine
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehi -
cle with the key 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 the airbags and pre -
tensioners will no longer operate.
The vehicle can only be started if
the charging cord is unplugged from
the vehicle.
The vehicle can only be started if
the selection lever is at P. Please
see the information on “Gear con -
trol” in Section 2.
Stopping the engine
Bring the key to “Stop” position.
Warning light
Ṑ goes out.

charge meter ........................................ (up to the end of the DU)
energy charge meter (function) ................... (up to the end of the DU)
energy consumption ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
energy recovery .......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
2.8
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Economètre (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Charge meter
chArge Meter
A
b
c
D
Ac
D
The traction battery supplies the elec -
trical energy required for the motor to
move the vehicle.
When you lift your foot off the accelera -
tor pedal, the motor generates electri -
cal current during deceleration, and this
energy is used to recharge the traction
battery.
“energy recovery” usage
zone A
Indicates that the vehicle is generating
energy and recharging the battery. energy recovery features
The motor generates a more significant
engine brake than a conventional vehi-
cle.
After a maximum charge for the traction
battery and during the first few miles
when driving the vehicle, the engine
brake is temporarily reduced. Please
adapt your driving style appropriately.
Position
B “neutral”
Indicates nil consumption.
“recommended
consumption” usage zone C
Indicates “economical” energy con -
sumption.
“consumption not
recommended” usage zone D
Indicates high energy consumption.

2.10
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Dispositifs de correction de conduite (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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electronic stability program
eSP with understeer control
and traction control ASr
electronic stability program eSP
This system helps you to keep control
of the vehicle in critical driving condi -
tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip
on a bend, etc.).
Operating principle
A sensor in the steering wheel detects
the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle
measure the actual direction.
The system compares driver input to
the actual trajectory of the vehicle and
corrects the trajectory if necessary by
controlling the braking of certain wheels
and/or engine power. In the event that
the system is engaged, indicator light
ù flashes on the instrument panel. Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the
ESP in the case of pronounced unders-
teering (loss of front axle road holding).
t
raction control ASr
This system helps to limit wheelspin of
the drive wheels and to control the ve-
hicle when pulling away accelerating or
decelerating.
Operating principle
Using the wheel sensors, the system
measures and compares the speed of
the drive wheels at all times and slows
down their over-rotation. If a wheel is
starting to slip, the system brakes au -
tomatically until the drive supplied be -
comes compatible with the level of grip
under the wheel again. Operating faults
When the system detects an operat
-
ing fault the message “Check ESP” and
warning light
© appear on the in-
strument panel. In this case, the ESP
and ASR are deactivated.
Consult an approved dealer.
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Dispositifs de correction de conduite (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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The traction control ASR offers addi -
tional safety, it is recommended that
you do not drive with the function disa-
bled. Correct this as soon as possible
by pressing switch 1 again.
nb : the function is reactivated auto -
matically when the ignition is switched
on or when a speed of approximately
24 mph (40 km/h) is exceeded.
emergency brake assist
This system supplements the ABS
and helps reduce vehicle stopping dis-
tances.
Operating principle
The system is for detecting an emer -
gency braking situation. In this case,
the braking assistance immediately de-
velops maximum power and may trig -
ger ABS regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as long as
the brake pedal is applied.
hazard warning lights switching on
These may light up in the event of rapid
deceleration.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operat -
ing fault the message “ Check brak-
ing system” appears on the instrument
panel along with the
© warning
light.
Consult an approved dealer.
braking anticipation
Depending on the vehicle, when you
rapidly release the accelerator, the
system anticipates the braking ma -
noeuvre in order to reduce stopping
distances.
Special cases
When using the cruise control:
– if you use the accelerator, when you
release it, the system may be trig -
gered;
– if you do not use the accelerator, the
system will not be triggered.
Disabling the ASr function
In some situations (driving on very wet
ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with
snow chains fitted), the system may
reduce the engine output to limit wheel
-
spin. If this is not required, it is possible
to deactivate the function by pressing
switch 1.
The message “ Traction control off ” is
displayed on the instrument panel to
inform you.
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3.6
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Climatisation automatique (L38 électrique - Renault)
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The displayed temperature values
show a comfort level.
When starting the engine, increas -
ing or decreasing the value dis -
played will not allow the com -
fort level to be reached any more
quickly. The system will always op-
timise the temperature increase or
decrease (the ventilation system
does not start instantly at maximum
speed: it gradually increases). This
may take several minutes.
Generally speaking, unless there is
a particular reason not to, the dash-
board air vents should remain open.
Favour the use of automatic mode, selecting one of the automatic pro -
grammes Eco, AuT o or FAST.
In automatic mode (indicator light for button 3 on), all heating and air conditioning
functions are controlled by the system.
You can also change the system selection, in this case, indicator light for button 3
will go out and the changed function, which is no longer controlled by the system,
is shown on display 13.
To return to automatic mode, press one of programmes: Eco, AuTo or FAST.
AuTomATIc clImATE coNTRol (3/5)
Switching air conditioning on
or off
In automatic mode, the system switches
the air conditioning system on or off,
depending on the climate conditions.
Press button 8 to switch off the air
conditioning; the integrated indicator
comes on and “AC OFF” is shown on
display 13.
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air conditioning ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
heating and air conditioning system ...................... (current page)
air conditioning ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
3.11
ENG_UD20950_2
Air conditionné : informations et conseils d’utilisation (L38 - X\
38 - Renault)
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Air conditioning: information and advice on use.
AIR coNDITIoNINg: information and advice on use.
Do not open the refriger -
ant fluid circuit. The fluid
may damage eyes or skin.
Advice on use
In some situations, (air conditioning
off, air recirculation activated, ventila -
tion speed at zero or low, etc.) you may
notice that condensation starts to form
on the windows and windscreen.
If there is condensation, use the “clear
View” function to remove it, then use
the air conditioning in automatic mode
to stop it forming again. If the conden -
sation does not clear, use the FAST
programme.
Range
It is normal to notice an increase in
energy usage when the air conditioning
is operating.
Recommendations 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 Document
for your vehicle for the inspection fre -
quency.
operating faults
As a general rule, contact your ap -
proved dealer in the event of an oper-
ating fault.
– Reduction in de-icing, demisting
or air conditioning performance.
This may be caused by the passen-
ger compartment filter cartridge be -
coming clogged.
– No cold air is being produced.
Check that the controls are set cor-
rectly and that the fuses are sound.
Otherwise, switch off the system.
Presence of water under the
vehicle.
After prolonged use of the air condi -
tioning system, it is normal for water
to be present under the vehicle. This is
caused by condensation.

electric windows ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
child safety ............................................................. (current page)
children (safety) ..................................................... (current page)
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Lève-vitres électriques (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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These systems operate with the igni -
tion on or off, until one of the front doors
is opened (limited to about 3 minutes).
From the driver’s seat, use switch:
1 for the driver’s side;
2 for the front passenger side;
3 and 5 for the rear passengers.
From the passenger seats, use
switch 6.
Front window features: If the window
detects resistance when closing (e.g.
fingers, etc.) it stops and then lowers
again by a few centimetres.
Electric windows
ElEcTRIc wINDowS (1/2)
Electric windows
Press the window switch down or pull it
up to lower or raise the window to the
desired height: the rear windows do not
open fully.
one-touch mode
This mode works in addition to the
operation of the electric windows de -
scribed previously. It either operates on
the front windows only, or on all the win-
dows.
Briefly press or pull the window switch
fully: the window is fully lowered or
raised. Pressing the switch again stops
the window moving.
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6
Safety of rear occupants
The driver can disable op -
eration of the electric win -
dows and, depending on
the vehicle, the rear doors, by
pressing switch 4. The indicator light
integrated in the switch lights up to
confirm that the locks have been ac-
tivated.
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehicle with the
key inside and never leave a child
(or a pet) unsupervised, even for a
short while. They may pose a risk
to themselves or to others by start-
ing the engine, activating equipment
such as the electric windows or by
locking the doors. If a body part
gets trapped, reverse the direction
of travel of the window as soon as
possible by pressing the relevant
switch.
Risk of serious injury.
Avoid resting any objects against
a half-open window: there is a risk
that the electric window could be
damaged.

bonnet................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
maintenance: mechanical ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.2
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Capot moteur (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Bonnet
Opening the bonnet
Lift the bonnet, release stay 4 from its
holder 5 . For your safety, always fix it
in location 3 on the bonnet.
BOnnet (1/2)
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2
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
authorised dealer as soon as pos -
sible.
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4
5
Do not do any work under
the bonnet when the vehicle
is charging or when the igni -
tion is switched on.
Unlocking the bonnet catch
To release it, lift tab 2.
To open, pull handle
1 , located on the
left-hand side of the dashboard.

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Capot moteur (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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BOnnet (2/2)
Closing 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 30cm above
the closed position, then release it. It
will latch automatically under its own
weight.
After carrying out any work
in the engine compart -
ment, check that nothing
has been left behind (cloth,
tools, etc.).
Otherwise, this may lead to engine
damage.
Ensure that the bonnet is
properly locked.
Ensure that nothing is pre -
venting locking (grit, cloths,
etc.).

coolant ................................................................... (current page)
levels: coolant ............................................................. (current page)
tanks and reservoirs coolant ............................................................. (current page)
4.4
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Niveaux (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
Levels
coolant
LeveLs (1/2)
CoolantThe 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-
ervoirs 1 and 2.
Top this level up when cold before the
“MINIMUM” 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.
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Do not do any work under
the bonnet when the vehicle
is charging or when the igni -
tion is switched on.