2012 RENAULT FLUENCE tow

air conditioning ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
heating and air conditioning system ...................... (current page)
air conditioning ..................................... (up to the end of the DU)
3.11
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Air conditionné : informations et conseils d’utilisation (X95 - B\
95 - D95 - Renault)
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Air conditioning: information and advice on use
AIR coNDITIoNINg: information and advice on use
Fuel consumption
You will normally notice an increase
in fuel consumption (especially
when driving in town) when the air
conditioning is operating.
For vehicles fitted with manual air
conditioning, switch off the system
when it is not required.
Advice for reducing
consumption and therefore
helping to preserve the
environment:
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.
Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Document
for your vehicle for the inspection
frequency.operating faults
As a general rule, contact your ap-
proved dealer in the event of an op-
erating fault.
– Reduction in de-icing, demist -
ing or air conditioning per -
formance. This may be caused
by the passenger compartment
filter cartridge becoming clogged.
– No cold air is being produced.
Check that the controls are set
correctly and that the fuses are
sound. Otherwise, switch off the
system.
Advice on use
In some situations, (air conditioning
off, air recirculation activated, venti-
lation speed at zero or low, etc.) you
may notice that condensation starts
to form on the windows and wind -
screen.
If there is condensation, use the
“clear View” function to remove it,
then use the air conditioning in auto-
matic mode to stop it forming again.
If the condensation does not clear,
use the FAST programme.
Do not open the refriger -
ant fluid circuit. The fluid
may damage eyes or skin.
Note
Presence of water under the ve -
hicle. After prolonged use of the air
conditioning system, it is normal for
water to be present under the vehi-
cle. This is caused by condensation.

ashtray .................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
cigar lighter ........................................... (up to the end of the DU)
accessories socket ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
3.20
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Cendriers-Allume cigares (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Accessories socket
Ashtray/cigar lighter
cigar lighter 2
With the ignition on, push in cigar
lighter 2, it will spring back with a click
when it is ready. Pull it out to use. After
use, replace it without pushing it all the
way in.
AShTRAY, cIgAR lIghTER, AccESSoRIES SockET
Accessories sockets
You may use cigar lighter recess 2 or
socket 3 (depending on the vehicle).
They are designed for connecting ac -
cessories with a maximum power rating
of 120 Watts (voltage: 12V) which
have been approved by our Technical
Department.
If your vehicle is not fitted with a cigar lighter and an ashtray, these can be ob-
tained from an approved Dealer.
2
1
13
Ashtray 1
To open, lift the cover. To empty, pull the
ashtray towards you and it will be re -
leased from its housing.
C o n n e c t a c c e s s o r i e s
with a maximum power of
120 Watts only.
Fire hazard.

rear parcel shelf .................................... (up to the end of the DU)
tailgate .................................................. (up to the end of the DU)
rear parcel shelf .................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Tablette arrière (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Lift rear parcel shelf 2 slightly and pull it
towards you.
To refit it, proceed in reverse order to
removal.Five-door version
Removal
Unhook the two cords 1 (tailgate side).
Rear parcel shelf
Do not place any objects,
especially heavy or hard
objects, on parcel shelf 2
or 3. These may pose a risk
to the vehicle occupants if the driver
has to brake suddenly or if the vehi-
cle is involved in an accident.
REAR PARcEl ShElF
1
Four-door version
2
3

transporting objectsin the luggage compartment ........... (up to the end of the DU)
towing rings .......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
towing towing equipment ............................ (up to the end of the DU)
towing equipment fitting ............................................... (up to the end of the DU)
towing a caravan .................................. (up to the end of the DU)
3.25
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Transport d’objets dans le coffre (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Transporting objects in the luggage compartment/Towing (towing equipment)
TRANSPoRTINg oBjEcTS IN ThE luggAgE coMPARTMENT/TowINg (towing equipment)
A
Always position the heavi -
est items directly on the
floor. Use the lashing points
on the floor of the luggage
compartment, if these are fitted to
the vehicle. 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.
c
Always place the objects to be trans -
ported so that their largest side rests
against the back of the rear bench
seat, for normal loads, or against the
back of the front seats when the rear
bench seatbacks are folded down
(Example A).
If you have to place objects on the
folded seat back, it is vital that you
remove the headrests before folding
the seat back so that it can be folded as
flat as possible against the seat. Four-door version
C = 1,085 mm
Five-door version C = 867 mm
Permissible nose weight, maximum
permissible towing weight, braked
and unbraked: refer to the information
on “Weights” in Section 6.

tyre pressure......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
tyre pressures ....................................... (up to the end of the DU)
tyres ...................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.11
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Pression de gonflage des pneumatiques (X95 - B95 - D95 - Renault)
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Tyre Pressure
tyRe pReSSURe
The tyre pressure is indicated on
label A affixed to the edge of the driv -
er’s door. Open the door to read it.
B : dimension of the tyres fitted to the
vehicle.
C : tyre pressures for the front wheels
(non-motorway).
D : tyre pressures for the rear wheels
(non-motorway).
E : tyre pressures for the front wheels
(motorway). F
: tyre pressures for the rear wheels
(motorway).
G : tyre pressure for the emergency
spare wheel.
H: emergency spare wheel tyre dimen -
sion if different to the four tyres fitted to
the vehicle.
t yre safety and use of snow
chains
Refer to the information on “Tyres”
in Section 5 for the servicing con -
ditions and, depending on the ver -
sion, the use of chains.
Special note
For vehicles used fully laden
( m a x i m u m p e r m i s s i b l e a l l - u p
weight) and towing a trailer. The
maximum speed must be limited
to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre
pressure increased by 0.2 bar.
Refer to the information on “Weights”
in Section 6.
CD
Fe
g
A
H
AB
When they need to be replaced, 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.

battery................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.12
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Batterie (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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The battery 1 does not require any
maintenance.label A
Observe the indications on the battery:
– 2 naked flames and smoking forbid -
den;
– 3 eye protection required;
– 4 keep away from children;
– 5 explosive materials;
– 6 refer to the handbook;
– 7 corrosive materials.
Battery
The battery is a specific
type , please ensure it is
replaced with the same
type. Consult an approved
dealer.
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.
BA tteR y
Depending on the vehicle, a system
continuously checks the battery charge
status. If the level drops, the message
“Battery low start engine ” is displayed
on the instrument panel. In this case,
start the engine. Then the message
“ Battery charging ” appears on the in -
strument panel for the duration of the
charging time.
The charge status of your battery can
decrease especially if you use your ve-
hicle:
– for short journeys;
– for driving in town;
– when the temperature drops;
– after extended use of consumers
(radio etc.) with the engine switched
off.
Replacing the battery
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
1
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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5.1
ENG_UD27184_7
Sommaire 5 (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Section 5: Practical advice
Puncture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2
Emergency spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2
Tyre inflation kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4
Tool kit (jack, wheelbrace, etc.) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7
Wheel trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9
Tyres (tyre and wheel safety, use in winter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11
Headlights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.14
Rear lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.19
Indicator lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.23
Interior lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.24
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.26
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.28
Radio frequency remote control unit: battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . 5.30
RENAULT card: battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.31
Fitted audio equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.32
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.33
Wipers (replacing blades) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.34
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.35
Operating faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.37

hubcap tool ............................................................ (current page)
wheel trim .............................................................. (current page)
5.8
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Bloc-outils (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Wheel trim
The tool kit is located in the luggage
compartment.
The composition of the tool kit varies
according to the vehicle.
wheelbrace 6 Jack 7
When replacing the jack, fold it cor
-
rectly and position the wheelbrace cor-
rectly before replacing it in its position.
hubcap tool 8
This tool is used to remove the wheel
trims.
wheel bolt guide 9
To finish loosening or starting to tighten
the wheel bolts.
t owing hitch 10
Refer to the information on “Towing” in
Section 5.
headlight spanner 11
(one or two hubcap tools provided, de-
pending on the vehicle)
Used to unscrew the headlights.
7
6
8
10
wheel trim
Remove using the hubcap tool 8 by
connecting the hook in the recess pro-
vided next to the valve 12 (to attach the
metal clip).
To refit the hubcap, align it with
valve 12 . Push the retaining hooks in
fully, starting with side B near the valve,
followed by C and D, finishing at E op-
posite the valve.
n ote: if you are using anti-theft bolts,
refer to the information on “Changing a
wheel”.
12
B
cD
e
9
11
t OOl KIt (2/2)/wheel trIm - wheel
The jack is designed for
wheel changing purposes
only. Under no circum -
stances should it be used
for carrying out repairs underneath
the vehicle or to gain access to the
underside of the vehicle.