cooling RENAULT TWINGO 2012 2.G Owners Manual

bonnet................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Capot moteur (X44 - Renault)
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Bonnet
BONNET (1/2)
To open the bonnet, pull handle 1.Unlocking the bonnet catch
To open, push tab 2 to the left as you
open the bonnet.
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.When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
2
1

engine oil level ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
dipstick.................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil capacity ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
maintenance: mechanical ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.4
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Niveau huile moteur : généralités (X44 - Renault)
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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 an 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 always
before any long journey to avoid the
risk of damaging your engine.
Engine oil level:
general information
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information
Consult an approved dealer at once
if you notice an abnormal or re -
peated drop in any of the fluid levels.
Exceeding the maximum
engine oil level
The oil level should only be read with
the dipstick as explained above.
If the oil level exceeds the maximum
level, do not start your vehicle and
contact an approved Dealer.
In order to prevent splashing, it is
recommended that a funnel be used
when topping up/filling the oil.
Reading the level using the
dipstick
– remove the dipstick (refer to the fol-
lowing pages for its location) and
wipe it with a clean lint-free cloth;
– push in the dipstick 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 operation has been com -
pleted, ensure that the dipstick is
pushed in as far as it will go or that
the “cap-type dipstick” is completely
screwed in.
Under no circumstances
should maximum filling
level B be exceeded: this
could damage the engine
and the catalytic converter.
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.
A
B

oil change .............................................................. (current page)
filter oil filter ............................................................. (current page)
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Niveau huile moteur : appoint/remplissage (X44 - Renault)
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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.
Never run the engine in an
enclosed space as exhaust
gases are poisonous.
Consult your approved Dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
Oil change
S e r v i c e i n t e r v a l : r e f e r t o t h e
Maintenance Service Booklet for your
vehicle.
Average capacities for oil change (in-
cluding oil filter for information).
1.2 16V engine: 4.35 litres
1.5 dCi engine: 4.4 litres
Engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
Engine oil change : if you
are changing the oil when
the engine is hot, be careful
not to scald yourself if the
oil overflows.
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.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up/filling (2/2)ENGINE OIL ChANGE
Engine oil change

engine oil level ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
engine oil .............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
brake fluid .............................................................. (current page)
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Niveaux / Filtres (X44 - Renault)
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Levels:
Brake fluid
Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our
Technical Department (and taken from
a sealed container).
Replacement intervals:
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
Brake fluid
The level should be read with the engine
switched off and on level ground.
This should be checked frequently,
and immediately if you notice even the
slightest loss in braking efficiency. Level
It is normal for the level to drop as the
brake shoes become worn, but it must
never drop lower than the
“MIN” warn-
ing line on the reservoir 1.
If you wish to check the disc and drum
wear yourself, you should obtain the
document explaining the checking pro-
cedure from our network or from the
manufacturer’s web site.
LEVELS (1/3)
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.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.
1

coolant ................................................................... (current page)
4.8
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Niveaux / Filtres (X44 - Renault)
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Engine coolant
LEVELS (2/3)
Coolant
With the engine switched off and on
level ground, the level when cold
must be between the “MIN” and “MAX”
marks on reservoir 2.
Top this level up when cold before the
“MIN” mark is reached. Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
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.When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
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tanks and reservoirs:windscreen washer .......................................... (current page)
filter passenger compartment filter .......................... (current page)
filter air filter ............................................................. (current page)
filter diesel filter ........................................................ (current page)
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4.9
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Niveaux / Filtres (X44 - Renault)
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Jets
To adjust the angle of the jets, pivot the
little ball using a pin.
Windscreen washer reservoir
Filling
With the engine switched off, open
cap 3 , fill until you can see the fluid,
then refit the cap.
Fluid
Water + special windscreen washer
fluid (antifreeze product in winter).
Windscreen washer reservoir
Filters
LEVELS (3/3)/FILTERS
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
Filters
The replacement of filter elements (air
filter, passenger compartment filter,
diesel filter, etc.) is scheduled in the
maintenance operations for your vehi -
cle.
Replacement intervals for filter el -
ements: refer to the maintenance
Document for your vehicle.
Consult an approved Dealer at once
if you notice an abnormal drop in
any of the fluid levels.
NOTE
Depending on the vehicle, to find
out the fluid level, open cap 3 and
pull out the dipstick.
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.
3

battery................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Batterie (X44 - C44 - G44 - Renault)
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Battery
Battery
Depending on the vehicle, this is lo -
cated underneath cover 1.
Battery access:
Depending on the vehicle, unclip
cover A.
Replacing the battery
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
Take care when working in
the engine compartment
as the engine cooling fan
may start to operate at any
moment without warning.
Risk of injury.When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
BATTER y
1
A
Label B
Observe the indications on the battery:
– 2 Naked flames and smoking are for-
bidden;
– 3 eye protection required;
– 4 keep children at a safe distance;
– 5 explosive materials;
– 6 refer to the handbook;
– 7 corrosive materials.
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid
which must not come into
contact with the 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.
B
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lights:main beam headlights ...................................... (current page)
lights: dipped beam headlights ................................... (current page)
front lights changing bulbs ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
lights changing bulbs ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
lights front ................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
bulbs changing ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.14
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Projecteurs avant avec lampes halogènes : remplacement des lampes (X\
44 - Renault)
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Main beam headlights,
dipped beam headlights
– remove bulb holder 1 from its hous-
ing without pulling on the cable;
– remove cover 2;
– release the spring 3;
– change the bulb 4.
Bulb type: H4 60/55 W
Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it
by its base.
The following bulbs can be replaced.
However, we would advise you to have
them replaced by an authorised dealer
if it proves difficult.
To return it, proceed in the reverse
order to removal.
It is recommended that the headlights
be adjusted after this operation.
FrOnt HeADLIgHtS:
changing bulbs (1/2)
The bulbs are under pres -
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
The engine may be hot
during operations in close
proximity. In addition, the
engine cooling fan may
start at any moment.
Risk of injury.
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2
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Batterie : dépannage (X44 - Renault)
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BA tter Y: troubleshooting (continued)
Starting the vehicle using the
battery from another vehicle
Proceed as follows when starting your
vehicle from another vehicle’s battery:
Obtain suitable jump leads (large) from
an approved Dealer or, if you already
have jump leads, ensure that they are
in perfect condition.
the two batteries must have an iden-
tical nominal voltage of 12 volts. The
battery supplying the current should
have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which
is at least the same as that of the dis-
charged battery.
Ensure that there is no risk of contact
between the two vehicles (risk of short
circuiting when the positive terminals
are connected) and that the discharged
battery is properly connected. Switch
off your vehicle ignition.
Start the engine of the vehicle supply -
ing the current and run it at an interme-
diate engine speed. Attach positive lead (+) A to the
+ termi-
nal 1 of the discharged battery, then to
the + terminal 2 of the battery supplying
the current.
Attach negative lead (–) B to the – ter-
minal 4 of the battery supplying the cur-
rent, then to the – terminal 3 of the dis-
charged battery.
As soon as it is running, disconnect
leads A and B in the reverse order
(4- 3- 2- 1).
Start the engine as you would normally.
A
B
1
4
2
3
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.
Check that there is no con-
tact between leads A and B
and that the positive lead A
is not touching any metal
parts on the vehicle supplying the
current.
Risk of injury and/or damage to the
vehicle.

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (X44 - Renault)
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OPerA tIng FAuL tS (2/5)
On the road POSSIBLe cAuSeSWHAt tO DO
Coolant boiling in the coolant reser -
voir. Mechanical fault: cylinder head
gasket damaged, faulty coolant
pump.Stop the engine.
Contact an approved Dealer.
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 (refer to the informa-
tion on “Engine oil level - Topping up/refill -
ing” in Section 4).
at idle speed Low oil pressure. Consult the nearest approved dealer.
is slow to go out or remains lit under
acceleration Loss of oil pressure.
Stop the vehicle and contact an approved
Dealer.
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.