2012 RENAULT FLUENCE start

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wheel trim .............................................................. (current page)
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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
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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”.
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B
cD
e
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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.

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Changement de roue (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Vehicles equipped with a jack
and wheelbrace
If necessary, remove the wheel trim.
– Unlock the wheel bolts using the
wheel wrench 3. Position it so as to
be able to push from above;
– line jack 4 up horizontally, the jack
head must be positioned at the
same height as plate mounting 1, as
close as possible to the wheel con -
cerned, indicated by an arrow 2;
– start cranking the jack up by hand to
align the base plate (which should be
pushed slightly under the vehicle);
– turn the wheelbrace until the wheel
lifts off the ground;
– 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.
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.
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4
12
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.
If the vehicle is not equipped with a
jack or wheelbrace, you can obtain
these from your approved dealer.
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.

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Batterie : dépannage (X95 - B95 - D95 - K95 - L38 - X38 - X32 - B32 \
- Renault)
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Connect the positive cable A to the
support 1 on the (+) terminal, then to
the (+) terminal 2 of the battery sup -
plying the current.
Connect the negative cable B to the (–)
terminal 3 of the battery supplying the
current and then to the (–) terminal 4 of
the discharged battery.
Start the engine, and as soon as it starts
running, disconnect cables A and B in
reverse order ( 4 - 3 - 2 - 1 ).
starting the vehicle using the
battery from another vehicle
If you have to use the battery from an-
other vehicle to start, obtain suitable
jump leads (with a large cross section)
from an approved dealer or, if you al -
ready 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.
Battery: troubleshooting (2/2)
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.
1
4
1
14
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a
B

RENAULT cardbattery ............................................. (up to the end of the DU)
RENAULT card battery .........................(up to the end of the DU)
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Carte RENAULT : pile (X45 - H45 - X91 - B91 - K91 - X95 - B95 - D95 - E95 - K95 - J9\
5 - R95 - L38 - X38 - X32 - B32 - Renault)
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Operating faultsIf the battery is too weak to ensure cor-
rect operation, you may start (insert the
RENAULT card in the card reader) and
lock/unlock the vehicle (refer to the in-
formation on “Locking/unlocking the
doors” in Section 1).
RENAULT card: battery
renault carD: battery
replacing the batteryWhen the message “Low card battery”
appears on the instrument panel, re -
place the RENAULTcard battery, press
button 1 , pulling on emergency key 2 ,
then unclip cover 3 using tab 4.
Remove the battery by pressing on one
side (movement A ) and by lifting the
other (movement B) then replace it, en-
suring the polarity and model, shown
on cover 3 are respected.
Do not throw away your
used batteries; give them to
an organisation responsible
for collecting and recycling
batteries.
1
2
When refitting, proceed in the reverse
order, then press one of the buttons on
the card four times, close to the vehicle:
the next time the vehicle is started, the
message will disappear.
n ote: it is not advisable to touch the
electronic circuit or contacts on the
RENAULT card when replacing the bat-
tery.
a
B
3
The batteries are available from approved Dealers, and their service life approxi -
mately two years. Check that there is no dye on the battery: risk of an incorrect
electrical contact.
4
Check that the cover is clipped shut.

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Remorquage : dépannage (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Towing
tOwIng : breakdown (1/2)
Before towing, insert the key in the
switch or the RENAULT card in the
reader to unlock the steering column:
depress the clutch pedal, select first
gear (lever in position n or r for vehi-
cles with an automatic gearbox).
Reposition the lever to neutral (posi -
tion N for vehicles fitted with an auto -
matic transmission)
The steering column is unlocked, power
is supplied to the accessory functions:
the vehicle lights can be used (hazard
warning lights, brake lights etc.). At
night the vehicle must have its lights on.
Once you have finished towing, press
the engine start button twice (risk of
running down the battery). The speed specified by current legis
-
lation for towing must always be ob -
served. If your vehicle is the towing
vehicle, do not exceed the maximum
towing weight for your vehicle (refer
to the information on “Weights” in
Section 6).
t owing a vehicle with an
automatic gearbox
With the engine switched off, the trans-
mission is no longer lubricated. It is
preferable to tow this type of vehicle on
a trailer or tow it with the front wheels
off the ground.
u nder exceptional circumstances,
you may tow the vehicle with all four
wheels on the ground, only going for -
ward, with the gear lever in the n posi-
tion, and for a distance not exceeding
50 miles (80 km).
If the lever is stuck in P,
even though you are de -
pressing the brake pedal,
the lever can be released
manually. To do this, insert a rigid
rod in the hole 2, press the rod and
unlocking button 1 located on the
lever simultaneously.
1
2
Do not remove the key from
the ignition switch or the
RENAULT card from the
reader during towing.

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (X85 - L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Operating faults
OPeratIng F aults (1/8)
the following advice will enable you to carry out quick, temporary repairs. For safety reasons you should always contact
an approved dealer as soon as possible.
using the renault card POssIBle causes actIOn requIreD
The RENAULT card does not lock or
unlock the doors. Card battery is flat.
Use the emergency key (refer to the in-
formation on the “integrated key” in
Section 1).
Use of appliances operating on the same
frequency as the card (mobile phone, etc.). Stop using the equipment or use the emer-
gency key (refer to the information on the
“integrated key” in Section 1).
Vehicle located in a high electromagnetic
radiation zone.
Discharged battery. Replace the battery. You can still lock/
unlock and start your vehicle (refer to the
information on “Locking/unlocking the
doors” in Section 1 and “Starting/Stopping
the engine” in Section 2).
The remote control does not lock or
unlock the doors. The remote control battery is flat.
Use the emergency key.
Use of appliances operating on the same
frequency as the remote control (mobile
phone, etc.). Stop using the devices or use the key.
Vehicle located in a high electromagnetic
radiation zone.
Discharged battery. Replace the battery. You can still lock/
unlock and start your vehicle (refer to the
information on “Locking/unlocking the
doors” in Section 1 and “Starting/Stopping
the engine” in Section 2).

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (X85 - L38 - X38 - Renault)
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OPeratIng F aults (2/8)
the starter is activated POssIBle causesactIOn requIreD
There is no response, the warning lights
fail to light up and the starter does not
turn. Discharged battery.
Connect another battery to the faulty bat-
tery.
Battery unserviceable. Replace battery.
Warning lights go dim and starter turns
very slowly. Battery terminals not tight,
battery terminals corroded.Retighten, reconnect or clean them if
they are oxidised.
Battery discharged or unserviceable. Connect another battery to the faulty bat-
tery. Refer to the paragraph “Battery:
troubleshooting” in section 5 or replace
the battery if necessary.
Do not push the vehicle if the steering
column is locked.

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OPeratIng F aults (3/8)
the starter is activated POssIBle causesactIOn requIreD
The engine will not start
(vehicle with RENAULT card). Starting conditions are not fulfilled.
Refer to the information on “Starting/
stopping the engine” in Section 2.
The hands-free RENAULT card is not de-
tected. Move the card inside the passenger
compartment.
The hands-free RENAULT card does not
work. Insert the card in the card reader in order
to start the engine.
Refer to the information on “Starting/
stopping the engine” in Section 2.
It is difficult to start the engine in wet
weather or after washing the vehicle. Poor ignition, ignition system damp.
Dry the spark plug and coil wires.
The engine is difficult to start when hot. Faulty carburation (bubbles of vaporised
fuel in the circuit).Let the engine cool down.
Poor compression. Consult an approved dealer.
The engine cannot be switched off
(vehicle with RENAULT card). Electronic fault.
Press the starter button quickly five
times.
The steering column remains locked. Steering wheel locked.Move the steering wheel while press-
ing the engine start button (refer to the
information on “Starting the engine” in
Section 2).