2012 RENAULT ESPACE Owners Manual

changing a wheel................................................... (current page)
practical advice ...................................................... (current page)
tyres ....................................................................... (current page)
wheels (safety) ...................................................... (current page)
lifting the vehicle changing a wheel ............................ (up to the end of the DU)
5.9
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Changement de roue (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Changing a wheel
cHAnGInG A WHeeL (1/2)
Switch on the hazard warn-
ing lights.
Keep the vehicle away from
traffic and on a level sur -
face where it will not slip (if neces -
sary, place a solid support under the
jack base).
Apply the parking brake and engage
a gear (first or reverse, or P for auto-
matic transmissions).
Ask all the passengers to leave the
vehicle and keep them away from
traffic.Vehicles equipped with a jack
and wheelbrace
Put together wheelbrace 1 using the
tools stored in the tool kit: refer to the
information on the “Tool kit” on the pre-
vious pages.
Use wheelbrace 1 to loosen the wheel
bolts. Fit it so that you press down -
wards rather than pulling upwards.
1
2
3
1
To prevent any risk of injury
or damage to the vehicle,
only crank the jack until the
wheel you are replacing is
a maximum of 3 centimetres off the
ground.
Position the jack horizontally, with the
jack head positioned at the same height
as support 2 provided in the lower sec-
tion of the bodywork, closest to the
wheel concerned.
Start cranking up jack 3 by hand to
align the base plate (which should be
pushed slightly under the vehicle).
Place a plank of wood under the base
plate if on soft ground.
Turn the wheelbrace to lift the wheel off
the ground.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a
jack or wheelbrace, you can obtain
these from your approved dealer.

5.10
ENG_UD20419_1
Changement de roue (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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cHAnGInG A WHeeL (2/2)
If you have a puncture, re -
place the wheel as soon as
possible.
A tyre which has been punc-
tured should always be inspected
(and repaired, where possible) by a
specialist.
Anti-theft bolt
If you use anti-theft bolts, fit these
nearest the valve (wheel embel -
lisher may not be able to fit).
If the vehicle is parked on
the hard shoulder, you must
warn other road users of
your vehicle’s presence
with a warning triangle or with other
devices as per the legislation apply-
ing to the country you are in.
Undo the bolts and take off the wheel.
Fit the emergency spare wheel on the
central hub and turn it to locate the
mounting holes in the wheel and the
hub.
Tighten the bolts and lower the jack.
With the wheels on the ground, tighten
the bolts as fully as possible and check
the tightness as soon as possible (tight-
ening torque 130 Nm).

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tyres ...................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
wheels (safety) ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.11
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Pneumatiques (X81 - Renault)
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When the tyre tread has been worn
to the level of the warning strips, they
become visible 2 : it is then neces -
sary to replace your tyres because the
tread rubber is now only 1.6 mm deep
at most, resulting in poor road hold -
ing on wet roads.
An overloaded vehicle, long journeys
by motorway, particularly in very hot
weather, or continual driving on poorly
surfaced minor roads will lead to more
rapid tyre wear and affect safety.
Tyres (tyre and wheel safety, use in winter)
tYreS (1/3)
t yre and wheel safety
The tyres are the only contact between
the vehicle and the road, so it is essen-
tial to keep them in good condition.
You must make sure that your tyres
conform to local road traffic regulations.
Maintaining the tyres
The tyres must be in good condition
and the tread form must have sufficient
depth; tyres approved by our Technical
Department have tread wear indica -
tors 1 which are indicators moulded
into the tread at several points .
2
1
When they need to be re-
placed, only tyres of the
same make, size, type and
profile should be used.
t yres fitted to the vehicle should
either be identical to those fitted
originally or conform to those
recommended by your approved
dealer.
Incidents which occur when
driving, such as striking the
kerb, may damage the tyres
and wheel rims, and could
also lead to misalignment of the
front or rear axle geometry. In this
case, have the condition of these
checked by an approved dealer.

tyre pressure.......................................................... (current page)
5.12
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Pneumatiques (X81 - Renault)
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Jaune NoirNoir texte
tYreS (2/3)
t yre pressures
Tyre pressures must be adhered to (in-
cluding the emergency spare wheel).
Pressures must be checked at least
once a month and always before a long
journey (refer to the label affixed to the
edge of the driver’s door).
Incorrect tyre pressures
lead to abnormal tyre wear
and unusually hot running.
These are factors which
may seriously affect safety and lead
to:
– poor road holding;
– the risk of blow-outs or of throw-
ing a tread.
Tyre pressures depend on the load
and the driving speed. Adjust the
pressures according to the condi -
tions of use (refer to the label affixed
to the edge of the driver’s door).
Pressures should be checked when the
tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures
which may be reached in hot weather
or following a fast journey.
If tyre pressures cannot be checked
when the tyres are cold, the normal
pressures must be increased by 0.2 to
0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).
never deflate a hot tyre.
n ote: depending on the vehicle, the
tyre pressures are indicated on a label
affixed to the edge of the driver’s door.
changing wheels around
This practice is not recommended.
Each of the sensors incor -
porated in the valves is
dedicated to a single wheel:
under no circumstances
should you swap the wheels.
There is a risk of incorrect informa-
tion which could have serious con -
sequences.
Please be aware that a
poorly tightened or miss -
ing valve cap can make the
tyres less airtight and lead
to pressure loss.
Always use valve caps identical to
those fitted originally and tighten
them fully.

JauneNoirNoir texte
5.13
ENG_UD24348_3
Pneumatiques (X81 - Renault)
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use in winter
– chains
For safety reasons, fitting snow
chains to the rear axle is strictly
forbidden.
chains must not be fitted to tyres
which are larger than those originally
fitted to the vehicle.
Fitting new tyres
tYreS (3/3)
Chains may only be fitted
to tyres of the same size
as those originally fitted to
your vehicle.
Only certain chains can be fitted to
tyres. Consult an approved dealer.
Special note on versions fitted
with 18” wheels: snow chains
may not be fitted.
If you wish to fit snow chains, you
must use special equipment.
Consult your approved dealer.
– Snow or winter tyres
We would recommend that these be
fitted to all four wheels to ensure
that your vehicle retains maximum
adhesion.
n B: We would point out that these
tyres may sometimes have:
– a direction of travel;
– a maximum speed index which
may be lower than the maximum
speed of your vehicle.
– Studded tyres
This type of equipment may only be
used for a limited period and as laid
down by local legislation.
It is necessary to observe the speed
specified by current legislation.
These tyres must, as a minimum, be
fitted to the two wheels on the front
axle.
In all cases, we would recommend
that you contact an approved dealer
who will be able to advise you on
the choice of equipment which is
most suitable for your vehicle.
For safety reasons, this op-
eration must be carried out
by a specialist.
Fitting different tyres may
change your vehicle as follows:
– may mean that your vehicle no
longer conforms to current regu-
lations;
– it may change the way it handles
when cornering;
– it may cause the steering to be
heavy;
– It may affect the use of snow
chains.
emergency spare wheel
Refer to the information on the
“ E m e r g e n c y s p a r e w h e e l ” a n d
“Changing a wheel” in Section 5.

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indicators ............................................................... (current page)
practical advice ...................................................... (current page)
lights: dipped beam headlights ................................... (current page)
lights: direction indicators ........................................... (current page)
lights: side lights ......................................................... (current page)
lights: main beam headlights ...................................... (current page)
lights front .................................................................. (current page)
bulbs changing ......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.14
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Projecteur avant avec lampes halogènes : remplacement des lampes (X8\
1 - J81 - Renault)
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Headlights (changing bulbs)
HALOGen HeADLIGHtS: changing bulbs
Dipped headlights A Main
beam headlights C
Remove the cover A or C.
Remove the connector from the bulb.
Unclip spring 1 or 3 and take out the
bulb.
Bulb type: 5 → H7 6 → H1
It is essential to use anti-U.V. 55W
bulbs so as not to damage the plastic
on the headlights.
Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it
by its base.
When the bulb has been changed,
make sure you refit the cover correctly.
Direction indicator lights
Turn bulb holder 4 a quarter of a turn
and take out the bulb.
Bulb type: orange pear-shaped, bay-
onet type PY21 W bulb.
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1
6
3
5
4
Front side light B
Never remove cover B.
Consult an approved dealer.
Daytime running light
Consult an approved dealer.
To comply with current legislation,
or as a precaution, you can obtain
an emergency kit from an approved
dealer containing a set of spare
bulbs and fuses.The bulbs are under pres -
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
B

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5.15
ENG_UD25553_2
Projecteur avant avec lampes au xénon : remplacement des lampes (X81\
- J81 - Renault)
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Dipped beam headlights and
Xenon headlights
Never remove cover B.
Bulb type: D1S.
XenOn HeADLIGHtS: changing bulbs
Main beam headlights
Remove cover A.
Unclip spring 1 and remove the bulb.
Remove connector 2.
Fitting this device requires
special technology; it is
prohibited to fit a head -
light with xenon bulbs to
a version that is not designed for
this type of headlight .
Bulb type: H1
It is essential to use anti-U.V. 55W
bulbs so as not to damage the plastic
on the headlights.
Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it
by its base.
When the bulb has been changed,
make sure you refit cover A correctly.
The bulbs are under pres -
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
AB
1
2
To comply with current legislation,
or as a precaution, you can obtain
an emergency kit from an approved
dealer containing a set of spare
bulbs and fuses.
Due to the danger involved
in handling high-voltage de-
vices, this type of bulb must
be replaced by an approved
dealer.

indicators ............................................................... (current page)
lights: hazard warning ................................................ (current page)
lights: side lights ......................................................... (current page)
5.16
ENG_UD25553_2
Projecteur avant avec lampes au xénon : remplacement des lampes (X81\
- J81 - Renault)
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XenOn HeADLIGHtS: changing bulbs (continued)
Direction indicators
Turn bulb holder 4 a quarter of a turn
and take out the bulb.
Bulb type: orange pear-shaped, bay-
onet type PY21 W Silver bulb.
Front side lights C
Never remove cover C.
Consult an approved dealer.
Daytime running lights
Consult an approved dealer.
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