2012 RENAULT ESPACE ECU

lights:dipped beam headlights ................................... (current page)
lights: side lights ......................................................... (current page)
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Eclairage et signalisation extérieure (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Lighting and exterior signals
eXTerIOr LIGHTInG and sIGnaLs (1/3)
kdipped beam
headlights
automatic operation
With the engine running, the dipped
beam headlights are switched on or off
automatically depending on the level of
ambient light, without the need to oper-
ate stalk 1 (position 0).
This function can be deactivated or re-
activated.
– To deactivate it, with the ignition
on and engine switched off , turn
stalk 1 twice consecutively from po -
sition 0 to side lights. This action is
confirmed by an audible signal.
– To activate it, with the ignition
switched on and engine running or
off, turn stalk 1 twice consecutively
from position 0 to side lights. This
action is confirmed by an audible
signal.
– To select the main beam headlights,
pull stalk 1 towards you. To return to
the dipped beam headlight position,
pull the stalk towards you again.
– The lights go out when the engine
is stopped, when the driver’s door is
opened or when the vehicle is locked
with the RENAULT card.
Manual operation
Turn the end of stalk 1 until the symbol
is opposite mark 3.
An indicator light lights up on the instru-
ment panel in all cases.
daytime running lights
The daytime running lights come on
when the engine is started if stalk 1 is
in position 0.
If the dipped beam headlights oper -
ate automatically, the daytime running
lights only come on if the side lights are
off
1
2
1
3
uside lights
Turn the end of stalk 1 until the
symbol is opposite mark 3.
The instrument panel lights up, the
brightness can be adjusted by using
control knob 2.

sunroof.................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
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Toit ouvrant électrique (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Electric sunroof
ELECTRIC SUNROOF
To slide screen 1
With the ignition on:
– to open: move mark 3 on button 2
to position A. The points in between
correspond to the progressive open-
ing positions of the screen;
– to close: move mark 3 on button 2
to position 0.
Special note
Pressing button 2 allows the screen to
be automatically positioned depending
on the position of the sunroof.
To slide the sunroof
With the ignition on:
– to open: move mark 3 on button 2
to position B , depending how far
you wish it to open. The points in be-
tween correspond to the progressive
opening positions;
– to close: move mark 3 on button 2
to position 0.
Precautions during use
– Vehicle with loaded roof bars.
As a general rule, if there is a load
on the roof, use of the sunroof is not
recommended.
Before using the sunroof, check the
objects and/or accessories (bike
racks, roof boxes, etc.) attached to
the roof bars: they should be prop -
erly arranged and secured and
should not interfere with the opera -
tion of the sunroof.
Contact an approved dealer for de -
tails of possible conversions;
– check that the sunroof is properly
closed before leaving your vehicle;
– clean the seal every three months
using products recommended by our
Technical Department;
– do not open the sunroof immedi -
ately after it has rained or immedi -
ately after washing the vehicle.1
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3
A
0
B

transporting objectsin the luggage compartment ............................ (current page)
towing rings .......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Transport d’objets dans le coffre (X81 - Renault)
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Always position the objects transported
so that the largest surface is against:
– The rear seatbacks for normal loads
(example A).
– The folded rear seats for heavier
loads (example B).
– The front seats, having removed the
rear seats, for the heaviest loads (ex-
ample C).
Transporting objects in the luggage compartment
TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
Lashing points
Always position the heavi -
est items directly on the
floor. Use the anchorage
points located on the lug -
gage compartment floor to secure
items. The luggage should be
loaded in such a way that no items
will be thrown forward and strike the
occupants if the driver has to brake
suddenly. Fasten the rear seat belts,
even if the seats are not occupied.
B
C
A

roof rackroof bars .......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
roof bars ............................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Barres de toit (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Roof bars
ROOF BARS
Storage position
To make the vehicle as aerodynamic
as possible, roof bars 1 must be stored
right at the rear of the vehicle.
Moving the bars
On each side, pull lever 2 inwards to re-
lease it (movement A).
Slide bar 1 to the required position. On
each side, push back lever 2 to secure
the bar (movement B). Check that it is
correctly locked.
Loading
The load should be evenly distributed
and must not exceed the maximum
permissible weight per bar indicated
on each bar (refer to the information on
“Weights” in Section 6).
Ensure that any objects and/or acces -
sories being transported are properly
secured. Straps can be fed through
recess 3.
Likewise, the two bars must be suffi -
ciently spaced to prevent the load from
rocking or falling off the bars.
1
2
A
B
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Barres de toit (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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ROOF BARS (continued)
Removing the bars
It may sometimes be necessary to
remove the roof bars. To do this:
– unscrew section 5 using screw 4;
– unlock the bars using levers 2 and
slide them backwards to remove
them;
– refit section 5.
For safety reasons, always ensure that
the roof bars are properly secured if
they are being stored inside the vehicle.
Refitting the bars
Proceed in the reverse order to re -
moval.
Check the bars are correctly locked in
position.
Precautions during use
Using the sunroof (on equipped
vehicles) or the tailgate.
As a general rule, it is not advisable
to use the sunroof when there is a
load on the roof bars.
Before opening the sunroof or tail -
gate, check the objects and/or ac -
cessories (bike rack, roof box, etc.)
fitted to the roof bars: these must be
correctly positioned and secured, so
as not to hinder the operation of the
sunroof or luggage compartment lid.
Contact an approved dealer for de-
tails of possible conversions;
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4
5
For information on the range of
equipment adapted to your vehi -
cle, we advise you to consult an ap-
proved Dealer.
Refer to the fitting instructions for in-
formation on how to fit roof bars and
conditions of use.
Please keep these instructions with
the rest of the vehicle documenta -
tion.
Maximum permissible load on
roof rack: refer to the information
on “Weights” in Section 6.

engine oil capacity ................................................. (current page)
filter oil filter ............................................................. (current page)
oil change .............................................................. (current page)
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Niveau huile moteur : appoint/remplissage (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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oil change
Service intervals: please refer to your
vehicle’s maintenance document.
Average capacities for oil change oil
filter included.
(for information)
2.0 t engine : 5.40 litres
engine 2.0 dCi : 8.20 litres
engine oil grade
Refer to the Maintenance Service
Booklet for your vehicle.
enGIne oIL LeVeL: topping up/filling (2/2)
engine oil change: if you
are changing the oil when
the engine is hot, be careful
not to scald yourself if the
oil overflows.
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.
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.

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Entretien de la carrosserie (X95 - J95 - R95 - Renault)
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– bird droppings , which cause a
chemical reaction with the paint that
rapidly discolours paintwork and
may even cause the paint to peel
off;
Wash the vehicle immediately to
remove these marks since it is im -
possible to remove them by polish -
ing;
– salt, particularly in the wheel arches
and underneath the body after driv -
ing in areas where the roads have
been gritted.
Using a roller type car wash
Return the windscreen wiper stalk to
the Park position (refer to the informa-
tion on the “Windscreen washer, wiper”
in Section 1). Check the mounting of
external accessories, additional lights
and mirrors, and ensure that the wiper
blades are secured with adhesive tape.
Remove the radio aerial mast if your
vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
Remember to remove the tape and refit
the antenna after washing.y ou should
Observe the vehicle stopping distances
when driving on gravelled surfaces to
prevent paint damage.
Repair, or have repaired quickly, areas
where the paint has been damaged, to
prevent corrosion spreading.
Remember to visit the body shop pe -
riodically in order to maintain your
anti-corrosion warranty. Refer to the
Maintenance Service Booklet.
Respect local regulations about wash -
ing vehicles (e.g. do not wash your ve-
hicle on a public highway).
Wash your car frequently, with the
engine off, with cleaning products rec-
ommended by the manufacturer (never
use abrasive products). Rinse thor -
oughly beforehand with a jet:
– spots of tree resin and industrial
grime;
– mud in the wheel arches and under -
neath the body which forms damp
patches;
BoDyWoRk MAIntenAnCe (2/2)
If it is necessary to clean mechani -
cal components, hinges, etc., spray
them with products approved by our
Technical Department to protect them
after they have been cleaned.
Cleaning the headlights
As the headlights are made of plastic
“glass”, use a soft cloth or cotton wool
to clean them. If this does not clean
them properly, moisten the cloth with
soapy water, then wipe clean with a soft
damp cloth or cotton wool.
Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry
cloth.
Cleaning products containing alco -
hol must not be used.
We have selected special products
to care for your vehicle and you can
obtain these from the manufactur -
er’s accessory outlets.

practical advice ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
puncture ................................................ (up to the end of the DU)
emergency spare wheel ....................... (up to the end of the DU)
wheels (safety) ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Roue de secours (X81 - J81 - Renault)
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Puncture
Emergency spare wheel
Puncture/eMerGencY SPAre WHeeL (1/2)
In the event of a puncture,
depending on the vehicle,
you will have:
An emergency spare wheel or tyre in -
flation kit (refer to the information on the
following pages).
If you have an emergency spare wheel,
you need to use tool A comprising
ratchet spanner 2 and end-piece 1.
nB: using other tools could damage the
mechanism)
These components are stored in the
tool kit in the luggage compartment
(refer to the information on the “Took
kit” in Section 5). Ensure that the end piece 1 is securely
attached to the ratchet spanner
2.
The ratchet spanner has one direction
for tightening and another for loosen -
ing. Reverse the direction of the oper -
ation when moving from loosening to
tightening and vice versa.
emergency spare wheel B
It is located under the vehicle.
– In the luggage compartment, lift
cover 3;
– remove the blanking cover;
– use tool A and turn it until the wheel
retaining cable unwinds and the
wheel drops to the ground; –
stand the wheel up outside the vehi-
cle;
– press on lock 4 and turn it a quarter
of a turn
– run the retaining cable across the
wheel rim and release the wheel;
– depending on the vehicle, take out
the shim from inside the wheel rim.
n ote: depending on the vehicle, the
shim on the top of the emergency spare
wheel should only be repositioned with
this emergency spare wheel; it should
not be used with the punctured wheel.
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B
4
A
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