oil RENAULT TRAFIC 2018 User Guide

4.4
It is normal for an engine to use oil for
lubrication and cooling of moving parts
and it is normal to top up the level be-
tween oil changes.
However, contact your approved
Dealer if more than 0.5 litres is being
consumed every 600 miles (1,000 km)
after the running in period.
Oil change frequency: check the oil
level from time to time and certainly
before any long journey to avoid the
risk of damaging your engine.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information
Exceeding the maximum
engine oil level
Under no circumstances
should maximum filling
level B be exceeded: this could
damage the engine and the cata-
lytic converter.
If the level exceeds the maximum
level, do not start your vehicle and
contact an authorised dealer.
In order to prevent splashback, it is
recommended that a funnel be used
when topping up/filling with oil.
Reading the oil level
The oil level should be read with the ve-
hicle on level ground, after the engine
has been switched off for some time.
The dipstick must be used to read
the exact oil level and make sure that
the maximum level has not been ex-
ceeded (risk of engine damage).
The instrument panel display only
alerts the driver when the oil level is at
its minimum.
– remove the dipstick and wipe with a clean, lint-free cloth;
– push the dipstick in as far as it will go;
– take out the dipstick again;
– read the level: it should never fall below minimum mark A or exceed
maximum mark B.
Once the level has been read, push the
dipstick in as far as it will go.
A
B
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).

4.5
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up/filling (1/2)
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
Never run the engine in an
enclosed space as exhaust
gases are poisonous.
Engine oil change : if you
are changing the oil when
the engine is hot, be careful
not to scald yourself if the
oil overflows.
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
Please note when work-
ing close to the engine that
it may be hot. In addition,
the engine cooling fan may
start at any moment. The

warning light in the engine compart-
ment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.
Filling: take care when
topping up the oil that
no oil drips onto engine
components - risk of fire.
Remember to refit the cap securely
as there is a risk of fire if oil splashes
onto hot engine components.
Exceeding the maximum
engine oil level
Under no circumstances
must the maximum fill level
be exceeded: risk of damage to the
engine and catalytic converter.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum
level, do not start your vehicle and
contact an approved Dealer.

4.6
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling (2/2) OIL CHANGE
Oil change
Service interval: refer to the
Maintenance Service Booklet for your
vehicle.
Oil change capacity
Please refer to the maintenance docu-
ment for your vehicle, or contact an au-
thorised dealer.
Always check the engine oil level using
the dipstick, as explained previously (it
should never fall below the minimum
level, or be over the maximum level on
the dipstick).
Engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
1
2
Topping up/filling
The vehicle must be parked on level
ground and the engine should be cold
(for instance, before the engine is
started up for the first time in the day).– Unscrew cap
1;
– top up the level (as a guide, the ca- pacity between the minimum and
maximum reading on the dipstick 2
is between 1.5 and 2 litres, depend-
ing on the engine);
– wait for approximately 10 minutes to allow the oil to flow into the engine;
– check the level using the dipstick 2
(as described above).
Once the operation has been com-
pleted, ensure that the dipstick is
pushed in as far as it will go and that
the cap is completely screwed in.
In order to prevent splashback, it is
recommended that a funnel be used
when topping up/filling with oil.
Do not exceed the max level and
do not forget to refit cap 1 and dip-
stick 2.

5.39
OPERATING FAULTS (4/7)
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO
White smoke from the exhaust. In the diesel version, this is necessarily a fault. Smoke may be caused by particle
filter regeneration. Please refer to the information on “Special
features of diesel versions” in Section 2.
Smoke under the vehicle when
starting the heating. This is not necessarily a fault. The smoke
may come from the heater.
If this happens, the smoke will gradually
disappear once the passenger compart-
ment temperature has reached the ap-
propriate level.
Smoke under the bonnet. Short-circuit or cooling system leak. Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away
from the vehicle and contact an approved
dealer.
The oil pressure warning light comes
on: while cornering or braking The level is too low. Top up the engine oil level (refer to the in-
formation on “Engine oil level: topping up,
filling” in Section 4).
is slow to go out or remains lit
under acceleration Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an approved
Dealer.

5.40
OPERATING FAULTS (5/7)
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating.
Fault with the electric assistance
motor.
Fault in the assistance system. Drive carefully at reduced speed, be aware
of the level of force in the steering wheel
needed to turn the wheels. Consult an ap-
proved dealer
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.
The engine is overheating. The coolant
temperature indicator is in the warning
zone and warning light
® comes on. Engine cooling fan not working. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
contact an approved dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the coolant reservoir: it should con- tain fluid. If there is no coolant, consult an
approved dealer as soon as possible.
Coolant boiling in the coolant reservoir. Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder
head gasket. Stop the engine.
Contact an approved dealer.
Radiator:
If there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never b\
e topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial drain\
ing of the cooling
system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct p\
roportions. Reminder: only products approved
by our Technical Department may be used for this purpose.

7.2
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (2/5)
driving positionsettings ............................................................1.32 → 1.36
driving recommendations ......................................2.12 → 2.15
E
ECO driving ...........................................................2.12 → 2.15
ECO mode ................................................................ 2.13, 3.10
electric beam height adjustment ......................... 1.107 – 1.108
electric windows ..................................................... 3.16 – 3.17
electronic stability control: ESC .............................2.21 → 2.25
emergency brake assist.........................................2.21 → 2.25
emergency braking ................................................2.21 → 2.25
emergency key ........................................................... 1.7 – 1.8
emergency spare wheel ............................................. 5.2 – 5.3
engine technical specifications .................................................. 6.8
engine coolant ..................................................................... 4.7
engine oil ...................................................................4.4 → 4.6
engine oil capacity ...................................................... 4.5 – 4.6
engine oil level ...........................................................4.4 → 4.6
engine specifications .................................................... 6.3, 6.8
engine standby ..........................................................2.7 → 2.9
engine start/stop button .............................................2.3 → 2.6
environment ............................................................\
........... 2.17
ESC: electronic stability control ....................1.86, 2.21 → 2.25
external temperature ....................................................... 1.100
F
faults operating faults ................................................5.36 → 5.42
filter air filter ........................................................................\
... 4.9
oil filter .................................................................. 4.5 – 4.6
passenger compartment filter ........................................ 4.9
fitting a radio ...................................................................... 5.35
fittings ...............................................................\
.....3.22 → 3.30front passenger air bag deactivation ................................. 1.77
front seat adjustment .............................................. 1.29 – 1.30
front seats adjustment ............................................... 1.28 – 1.30, 1.32
fuel advice on fuel economy ...................................2.12 → 2.15
consumption ....................................................2.12 → 2.15
filling .................................................... 1.84, 1.113 → 1.115
grade ............................................................ 1.113 → 1.115
fuel consumption ...................................................2.12 → 2.15
fuel filler cap ...................................................... 1.113 → 1.115
fuel level ................................................................1.84 → 1.88
fuel tank capacity ...............................................................\
....... 1.113
fuel tank capacity ............................................... 1.113 → 1.115
fuses ..................................................................\
....5.27 → 5.29
G
gear lever........................................................................\
... 2.11
grip control ........................................................................\
. 2.24
H
handbrake........................................................................\
.. 2.11
hazard warning lights signal ............................................ 1.109
headlight beam adjustment ................................ 1.107 – 1.108
headrest.................................................................... 1.28, 3.33
heated seats ...................................................................... 1.29
heated windscreen .................................................. 3.8 → 3.11
heating and air conditioning system ....3.4 → 3.12, 3.14 – 3.15
heating system ........................................................3.4 → 3.13
Hill Start Assist.......................................................2.21 → 2.25
horn ...................................................................\
.............. 1.109
horn: flash ..................................................................\
......... 1.109
hubcap tool ................................................................. 5.7 – 5.8

7.3
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (3/5)
I
idle speed ........................................................................\
.. 2.34
ignition switch ...................................................................... 2.2
indicator lights.................................................................... 5.20
indicators ....................................................1.109, 5.14 → 5.20
indicators: direction indicators ..................................................... 1.109
instrument panel ..............................................1.84 → 1.91
instrument panel ....................................................1.84 → 1.98
instrument panel messages...................................1.90 → 1.98
interior trim maintenance ..................................................... 4.17 – 4.18
Isofix ....................................................................... 1.47 – 1.48
J
jack ........................................................................\
..... 5.7 – 5.8
K
keys ...................................................................\
........1.2 → 1.5
L
levels .................................................................\
........4.7 → 4.9
levels: brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.8
coolant ................................................................\
........... 4.7
windscreen washer reservoir ......................................... 4.9
lifting the vehicle changing a wheel ................................................ 5.9 – 5.10
lighting: exterior .........................................................1.103 → 1.109
instrument panel ........................................................ 1.103
interior ..........................................3.19 → 3.21, 5.21 – 5.22
lights adjustment .................................................... 1.107 – 1.108
changing bulbs .................................................5.14 → 5.16
front ..................................................................\
5.14 → 5.16lights:
adjusting ....................................................... 1.107 – 1.108
brake lights ......................................................5.17 → 5.20
dipped beam headlights ...............1.84, 1.103, 5.14 → 5.16
direction indicators .......................1.84, 1.109, 5.14 → 5.17
fog lights .................................................. 1.84, 1.106, 5.17
hazard warning .......................................................... 1.109
main beam headlights .............................. 1.84, 1.103, 5.14
number plate lights ...................................................... 5.20
reversing lights ............................................................. 5.17
side lights ..............................................1.103, 5.14 → 5.17
load permitted on the roof......................................... 6.9 – 6.10
locking the doors ........... 1.2 → 1.8, 1.13 → 1.17, 1.23 → 1.27
luggage compartment cover .............................................. 3.38
luggage retaining net .............................................. 3.39 – 3.40
M
maintenance ............................................................\
.......... 2.16
maintenance: bodywork .........................................................4.14 → 4.16
interior trim ........................................................ 4.17 – 4.18
mechanical ............................4.4, 4.12 – 4.13, 6.12 → 6.17
map reading lights .................................................3.19 → 3.21
methods of restraint in addition to the seat belts ...1.37 → 1.43
multimedia equipment .............................................. 3.44, 5.35
N
navigation system .............................................................. 3.44
O
oil change ................................................................... 4.5 – 4.6
opening the doors ................................................... 1.14 – 1.15
operating faults ................................ 1.84 → 1.87, 5.36 → 5.42

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