2012 RENAULT FLUENCE Z.E. Owners Manual

4.12
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Entretien des garnitures intérieures (X35 - X45 - X65 - J77 - X81 - \
J81 - X85 - X91 - B91 - K91 - D91 - X83 - X61 - X77 ph2 - X95 - B95 - D9\
5 - E95 - K95 - J95 - R95 -
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You are strongly recom -
mended not to use high -
pressure or spray cleaning
equipment inside the pas -
senger compartment: use of such
equipment could impair the correct
functioning of the electrical or elec-
tronic components in the vehicle, or
have other detrimental effects.
InteRIOR tRIM MaIntenanCe (2/2)
y ou should not:
You are strongly advised not to po -
sition objects such as deodorants,
scents, etc. near air vents, as this could
damage your dashboard trim.
Removal/replacing removable
equipment originally fitted in
the vehicle
If you need to remove equipment in
order to clean the passenger com -
partment (for example, mats), always
ensure that they are correctly refitted
and are the right way around (the driv-
er’s mat should be fitted on the driver’s
side, etc.) and fit them with the compo-
nents supplied with the equipment (for
example, the driver mat should always
be fixed using the pre-fitted mounting
components).
With the vehicle stationary, ensure that
nothing will impede driving (anything
obstructing the pedals, heel wedged by
the mat, etc.).

5.1
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Sommaire 5 (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Section 5: Practical advice
Tool kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.2
Wheel trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.3
Tyre inflation kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4
Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9
Tyres (tyre and wheel safety, use in winter) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11
Headlights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.14
Rear lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.17
Indicator lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.18
Interior lights (changing bulbs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.19
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.21
12 volt battery: breakdowns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.23
Radio frequency remote control unit: battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . 5.25
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.26
Wipers (replacing blades) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.27
Towing/breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.28
Operating faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.31

tyre inflation kit....................................................... (current page)
tool kit ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.2
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Bloc outils, kit de gonflage : accès (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Tool kit
TOOL KIT (1/2)
the tool kit contains tools and the tyre
inflation kit. It is located in the boot.
To get to it:
– remove strap 1 and attach it 2.
– position your hands at A and B;
– pull the kit 3 towards you.
To use the tyre inflation kit, please refer
to “Tyre inflation kit” in Section 5.
Do not leave the tools un -
secured inside the vehicle
as they may come loose
under braking. After use,
check that all the tools are correctly
clipped into the tool kit, then position
it correctly in its housing: there is a
risk of injury.
1
2
B
A3
Inflation kit
To use the tyre inflation kit, please refer
to “Tyre inflation kit” in Section 5.

wheelbrace ............................................................ (current page)
hubcap tool ............................................................ (current page)
jack ........................................................................\
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wheelbrace ............................................................ (current page)
towing hitch ............................................................ (current page)
trims ....................................................................... (current page)
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5.3
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Bloc outils, kit de gonflage : accès (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Wheel trim
TOOL KIT (2/2)/TrIm
ToolsThe composition of the tool kit varies
according to the vehicle.
rear lights key 4
Used to unscrew the rear lights.
Front headlight key 5
Used to unscrew the headlights.
Wheelbrace 6
Never leave tools unsecured in the vehicle: there is a risk that they may
be thrown about during braking. After use, check that all the tools are
correctly clipped into the tool kit, then position it correctly in its housing:
there is a risk of injury.
Jack 7
When replacing the jack, fold it cor -
rectly and position the wheelbrace cor-
rectly before replacing it in its position.7
6
8
9
10
4
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.
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.
Tow eye 10
Refer to the information on “Towing” in
Section 5.Wheel trim
Remove it using the hubcap tool 8 by
connecting the hook in the recess pro-
vided next to the valve 11 (to attach the
metal clip).
To refit the wheel trim, align it with
valve 11 . Push the retaining hooks in
fully, starting with side C near the valve,
followed by D and E, finishing at F op-
posite the valve.
NB: if you are using anti-theft bolts,
refer to the information on “Changing a
wheel”.
11
C
DE
F
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tyre inflation kit...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.4
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Kit de gonflage des pneumatiques (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Tyre inflation kit
TYrE INFLATION KIT (1/5)
The kit is only approved for
inflating the tyres of the ve-
hicle originally equipped
with the kit.
It must never be used to inflate
the tyres of another vehicle, or any
other inflatable object (rubber ring,
rubber boat, etc.).
Avoid spillage on skin when hand -
ling the repair liquid bottle. If drop -
lets do leak out, rinse them off with
plenty of water.
Keep the repair kit away from chil -
dren.
Do not dispose of the empty bottle
in the countryside. Return it to your
approved dealer or to a recycling or-
ganisation.
The bottle has a limited service
life which is indicated on its label.
Check the expiry date.
Contact an approved dealer to re -
place the inflation tube and repair
product bottle.
A
B
The kit repairs tyres when
tread A has been dam -
aged by objects smaller
than 4 mm. It cannot repair
all types of puncture, such as cuts
larger than 4 mm, or cuts in tyre
sidewall B.
Ensure also that the wheel rim is in
good condition.
Do not pull out the foreign body
causing the puncture if it is still in
the tyre.
Do not attempt to use the
inflation kit if the tyre has
been damaged as a result
of driving with a puncture.
You should therefore carefully check
the condition of the tyre sidewalls
before any operation.
Driving with underinflated, flat or
punctured tyres can be dangerous
and may make the tyre impossible
to repair.
This repair is temporary
A tyre which has been punctured
should always be inspected (and re-
paired, where possible) as soon as
possible by a specialist.
When taking a tyre which has been
repaired using this kit to be replaced,
you must inform the specialist.
When driving, vibration may be felt
due to the presence of the repair
product injected into the tyre.

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5.5
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Kit de gonflage des pneumatiques (L38 électrique - Renault)
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TYrE INFLATION KIT (2/5)
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5
6
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2Depending on the vehicle, remove the
central partition in the storage compart-
ment to access the inflation kit.
Open the kit, remove caps 1 and 3 (the
cap must not be removed from the
bottle) then screw bottle 2 to its base 3.
Key in “Accessories” position, hand-
brake engaged
– unscrew the valve cap on the wheel
concerned and screw inflation
adapter 6 onto the valve;
– connect adapter 8 to the accessories
socket on the dashboard of the vehi-
cle;
– press switch 5 to inflate the tyre to
the recommended pressure (check
the label affixed to the edge of the
driver’s door);
– after a maximum of 5 minutes, stop
inflating and read the pressure (on
pressure gauge 4);
Note: while the bottle is emptying
(approximately 30 seconds), pres -
sure gauge 4 will briefly indicate a
pressure of 6 bar, then the pressure
will drop. –
adjust the pressure: to increase
it, continue inflating with the kit, to
reduce it, turn button 7 located on
the inflation adapter.
If a minimum pressure of 1.8 bar is
not reached after 15 minutes, repair
is not possible; do not drive the ve-
hicle but contact an approved dealer.
Inflation kit C
Depending on the vehicle, in the event
of a puncture, use the kit located in the
boot.
Before using this kit, park
the vehicle at a sufficient
distance from traffic, switch
on the hazard warning
lights, apply the handbrake, ask all
passengers to leave the vehicle and
keep them away from traffic.
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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5.6
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Kit de gonflage des pneumatiques (L38 électrique - Renault)
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TYrE INFLATION KIT (3/5)
9
8
– affix driving recommendation label 9
to the dashboard where it can easily
be seen by the driver;
– store the kit;
– after the first inflation procedure the
tyre will still be leaking; it is vital to
drive in order to plug the hole;
– start immediately and drive at be -
tween 12 and 40 mph (20 and
60 km/h) in order to distribute the
product evenly in the tyre and, after
driving for 2 miles, stop and check
the pressure;
– If the pressure is greater than 1.3 bar
but less than the recommended
pressure, readjust it (please refer to
the label affixed to the edge of the
driver ’s door). Otherwise, please
contact an authorised dealer: the
tyre cannot be repaired.
Note: after using the inflation kit, you
should visit an approved Dealer to re -
place the inflation hose and the bottle
of repair product.Precautions when using the
kit
The kit should not be operated for more
than 15 consecutive minutes.
Nothing should be placed
around the driver ’s feet
as such objects may slide
under the pedals during
sudden braking manoeuvres and
obstruct their use.
Once the tyre is inflated correctly:
– stop using the kit;
– close the integrated cap on the bottle
again;
– disconnect adapter 8;
Following repair with the kit,
do not travel further than
120 miles (200 km). In addi -
tion, reduce your speed and
under no circumstances exceed
48 mph (80 km/h). The sticker,
which you must affix in a prominent
position on the dashboard, reminds
you of this.
Depending on the country or local
legislation, a tyre repaired with the
inflation kit may need to be replaced.
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.

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5.7
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Kit de gonflage des pneumatiques (L38 électrique - Renault)
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TYrE INFLATION KIT (4/5)
Inflation kit D
Depending on the vehicle, in the event
of a puncture, use the kit located in the
boot.
Before using this kit, park
the vehicle at a sufficient
distance from traffic, switch
on the hazard warning
lights, apply the handbrake, ask all
passengers to leave the vehicle and
keep them away from traffic.
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16
15
DWith the engine running and the
parking brake applied,
– unroll the hose from the container;
– connect the compressor hose 12 to
the container’s inlet 17;
– depending on the vehicle, connect
the container 17 to the compressor
from the container recess 16;
– unscrew the valve cap on the rel -
evant wheel and screw on the con -
tainer’s inflation adapter 10;
– adapter 11 must be connected to the
vehicle accessories socket;
– press switch 13 to inflate the tyre to
the recommended pressure (please
refer to the information in the section
on “Tyre pressure”); –
after a maximum of 15 minutes, stop
inflating and read the pressure (on
pressure gauge 14).
Note: while the container is empty -
ing (approximately 30 seconds), the
pressure gauge 14 will briefly indi -
cate a pressure of up to 6 bar. The
pressure will then drop.
– adjust the pressure: to increase
it, continue inflation with the kit; to
reduce it, press button 15.
If a minimum pressure of 1.8 bar is
not reached after 15 minutes, repair
is not possible; do not drive the ve-
hicle but contact an 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.