check engine RENAULT TRAFIC 2015 X82 / 3.G User Guide
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Fuel grade
Use a high-grade fuel that complies 
with the legislation in force in each 
country and which  must comply with 
the specifications given on the label 
on the cover A. Please refer to the in-
formation on “Engine specifications” in 
Section 6.
Diesel version
Only use diesel fuel which complies 
with the information on the label located 
inside the cover  A.
Useful capacity of fuel tank: Approx. 
80 litres
Open the front left door to open the 
cover A.
When filling, use the cap holder  1 on 
the cover A to secure the cap 2.
FUEL TANK (1/3)
After filling, check that the cap and 
cover are closed.
Fuel filler cap: this is spe-
cific.
If you have to replace it, 
make sure it is identical 
to the original cap. Contact an ap-
proved Dealer.
Never place the cap near a source 
of heat or flame.
Do not wash the filler area with a 
high-pressure washer.
Do not mix even small 
amounts of petrol (un-
leaded or E85) with diesel. 
Do not use ethanol-based 
fuel if your vehicle is not compatible 
with this fuel.
Do not add additive to the fuel –
otherwise you risk damaging the 
engine.
A
1
2  
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Precautions for use
Handle additives with care. They can 
damage clothes, shoes, bodywork 
components etc.
If the additive overflows, or contami-
nates any paintwork, clean the affected 
area quickly with a damp cloth.
Do not top up the additive when the 
temperature is below 0°C.
Always read the information on the ad-
ditive can.
Please ensure that you comply with the 
legislation of your country.
Operating principle
The use of additives reduces exhaust 
emissions by transforming the pollu-
tants into water vapour and nitrogen.
Filling
Capacity of the fuel tank: 20 litres
 ap-
proximately.
Open the front left door to open the 
cover A. Unscrew the cap 1.
Additive quality
Use the additive specified on the label 
affixed to the tank flap.
ADDITIVE TANK (1/3)
After filling, check that the cap and 
cover are closed.
Fuel filler cap: this is spe-
cific.
If you have to replace it, 
make sure it is identical to 
the original cap. Contact an appro-
ved Dealer.
Do not wash the filler area with a 
high-pressure washer.
A
1
The additive must not come 
into contact with eyes or 
skin. If it does, wash the af-
fected area with plenty of 
cold water. If necessary, consult a 
doctor.
Vehicle fitted with the Stop and 
Start function
To fill up with fuel, the engine must 
be stopped (and not on standby): 
stop the engine (please refer to the 
information on “Starting and stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).No work whatsoever is per-
mitted on any part of the 
system.
To prevent damage, only 
qualified personnel from our network 
may work on the system.  
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2.6
When you leave your vehi-
cle, especially if you have 
your RENAULT card with 
you, check that the engine 
is completely switched off.
If the card is no longer in the pas-
senger compartment when you try to 
switch the engine off, the message “NO 
KEYCARD PRESS AND HOLD” ap-
pears on the instrument panel: press 
the button 1  for longer than two sec-
onds.
With the engine switched off, any ac-
cessories being used (radio, etc.) will 
continue to function for approximately 
10 minutes.
When the driver’s door is opened, the 
accessories stop working.Conditions for stopping the 
engine
The vehicle must be at a standstill.
With the 2  card in the card reader or 
in the detection zone  3, press button 1: 
the engine stops. The steering column 
is locked when the driver’s door is 
opened or the vehicle is locked.
STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE: vehicle with  RENAULT CARD (3/3)
Never leave your vehicle 
with the RENAULT card 
inside and never leave a 
child (or a pet) unsuper-
vised, 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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Operating faults
When the message “CHECK STOP 
AND START” appears on the instru-
ment panel and the integrated warn-
ing light 2 lights up on the switch 1, the 
system is deactivated.
Please consult an authorised dealer.
Deactivating, activating the 
function
Press switch 1  to deactivate the func-
tion. The message “STOP AND START 
DEACTIVATED” will appear on the in-
strument panel and the integrated 
warning light  2 on the switch will light 
up.
Pressing again will reactivate the 
system. The message “STOP AND 
START ACTIVATED” will appear on the 
instrument panel and the integrated 
warning light  2 on the switch 1  will go 
out.
STOP AND START function (3/3)
The system is automatically reactivated 
each time the vehicle is started (please 
see section on “Starting, stopping the 
engine”).
Special note: engine on standby, 
press switch  1 to automatically restart 
the engine.
1
2
The engine must be stopped 
before leaving the vehicle 
(and not on standby): stop 
the engine (please refer 
to the information on “Starting and 
stopping the engine” in Section 2).
In the event of an emer-
gency, the engine can be 
restarted by pressing on the 
clutch pedal if the Stop and 
Start function is activated.  
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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 antipollution 
system” is displayed along with warn-
ing lights 
Ä and ©, consult an 
authorised dealer immediately. 
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. 
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Driving advice, Eco-driving
Behaviour
–  Drive carefully for the first few miles until the engine reaches its normal 
operating temperature, rather than 
let it warm up while the vehicle is sta-
tionary.
–  Speed is expensive.
–  Sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: drive  with a light right foot.
–  Do not overrev the engine in the in- termediate gears.
  You should always use the highest  gear possible.
DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING (3/4)
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 regularly. Do not lay one 
mat on top of another.
There is a risk of wedging the 
pedals
–  Avoid sudden acceleration.
–  Brake as little as possible. If you an- ticipate an obstacle or bend in ad-
vance, you may then simply release 
the accelerator pedal.
–  Do not try to maintain the same  speed up a hill, accelerate no more 
than you would on the level. Keep 
your foot in the same position on the 
accelerator pedal.
–  Double declutching and accelerating  before switching off are unnecessary 
in modern vehicles.
–  Bad weather, flooded roads:
Do not drive through 
floods if the water is 
above the lower edge of 
the wheel rims.  
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Electronic stability program 
(ESC) with understeer control 
and traction control
Electronic stability control ESC
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 
 flashes on the instrument panel.
DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (2/5)
Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the 
ESC in the case of pronounced un-
dersteer (loss of front axle road hol-
ding).
Traction control
This system helps to limit wheelspin of 
the drive wheels and to control the vehi-
cle 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.
The system also adjusts the engine 
speed to the grip available under the 
wheels, independently of the pressure 
exerted on the accelerator pedal.
These functions are an ad-
ditional aid in the event of 
critical driving conditions, 
enabling the vehicle beha-
viour to be adapted to suit the dri-
ving conditions.
However, the functions do not take 
the place of the driver. They do 
not increase the vehicle’s limits 
and should not encourage you 
to drive more quickly.  Therefore, 
they can under no circumstances 
replace the vigilance or responsibi-
lity of the driver when manoeuvring 
the vehicle (the driver must always 
be ready for sudden incidents which 
may occur when driving).
Operating faults
When the system detects an operat-
ing fault the message “Check ESC” and 
warning light 
© and  appear 
on the instrument panel. In this case, 
the ESC and traction control system 
are deactivated.
Consult an approved dealer. 
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DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS (3/5)
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
Depending on the vehicle, these may 
light up in the event of sudden decel-
eration. 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.
When using the cruise control:
–  if you use the accelerator, when you 
release it, the system may be trigge-
red;
–  if you do not use the accelerator, the  system will not be triggered.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operating 
fault the message “CHECK BRAKING 
SYSTEM” appears on the instrument 
panel along with the 
© warning 
light.
Consult an approved dealer.
Driver assistance with a 
trailer
This system helps to maintain control 
over the vehicle while using a trailer. 
It detects shaking caused by towing a 
trailer under certain driving conditions.
Operating conditions
–  the towbar must be approved by an  authorised dealer;
–  the harness must be approved by an  authorised dealer;
–  the towbar must be connected to the  vehicle.
Operating principle
The function stabilises the vehicle by:
– asymmetric braking of the front  wheels to reduce shaking caused by 
the trailer;
–  braking of all four wheels and limita- tion on engine torque to reduce the 
vehicle speed until the shaking has 
stopped.
Warning light 
 flashes on the in-
strument panel to inform the driver. 
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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.
AIR CONDITIONING: information and advice on use
Do not open the refriger-
ant fluid circuit.  The fluid 
may damage eyes or skin.
Fuel consumption
You will normally notice an increase in 
fuel consumption (especially in town) 
when the air conditioning is operating.
Advice for reducing consumption 
and helping to preserve the environ-
ment
Switch off the system when it is not re-
quired.
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.
Vehicles fitted with an 
auxiliary heater
Some vehicles are fitted with an auxil-
iary heater which heats the passenger 
compartment more quickly.
This device operates only when the 
engine is running and in cold weather.
When the device is functioning you 
can normally see a small amount of 
smoke on the right-hand side of the ve-
hicle coming from the heater’s exhaust 
system.
Advice on useIn 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.
MaintenanceRefer to the Maintenance Document 
for your vehicle for the inspection fre-
quency.
Do not add anything to the 
vehicle’s ventilation circuit 
(for example, to remove 
bad odours).
There is a risk of damage or of 
fire.
Fuel consumption increases when 
the air conditioning is being used 
(switch it off when it is not required). 
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While driving with the right 
rear hinged door open, 
always secure transported 
loads. The left-hand door, 
which remains shut, should not be 
used to hold transported loads in 
place. Using the right rear hinged 
door open while driving should only 
be done in exceptional cases.
In any event, please refer to local 
legislation. Risk of loads falling on 
the road surface.
Special note for van versionMax. F: 625 daN
TRANSPORTING OBJECTS (2/2)
For your safety, check that 
all the vehicle’s doors are 
properly closed before 
starting the engine.