2012 RENAULT FLUENCE Z.E. cooling

bonnet................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
maintenance: mechanical ...................................... (up to the end of the DU)
4.2
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Capot moteur (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Bonnet
Opening the bonnet
Lift the bonnet, release stay 4 from its
holder 5 . For your safety, always fix it
in location 3 on the bonnet.
BOnnet (1/2)
1
2
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.In the event of even a slight
impact involving the radia -
tor grille or bonnet, have the
bonnet lock checked by an
authorised dealer as soon as pos -
sible.
3
4
5
Do not do any work under
the bonnet when the vehicle
is charging or when the igni -
tion is switched on.
Unlocking the bonnet catch
To release it, lift tab 2.
To open, pull handle
1 , located on the
left-hand side of the dashboard.

coolant ................................................................... (current page)
levels: coolant ............................................................. (current page)
tanks and reservoirs coolant ............................................................. (current page)
4.4
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Niveaux (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
Levels
coolant
LeveLs (1/2)
CoolantThe level is checked with the engine
switched off and on flat ground. The
level when cold must be between the
“MIN” and “MAX” marks on coolant res-
ervoirs 1 and 2.
Top this level up when cold before the
“MINIMUM” mark is reached. Checking intervals
Check the coolant level regularly
(very severe damage is likely to be
caused to the engine if it runs out of
coolant).
If the level needs to be topped up, only
use products approved by our Technical
Department which ensure:
–
protection against freezing;
– anticorrosion protection of the cool -
ing system.
No operations should be
carried out on the cooling
circuit when the engine is
hot.
Risk of burns.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
12
Do not do any work under
the bonnet when the vehicle
is charging or when the igni -
tion is switched on.

brake fluid .............................................................. (current page)
levels: brake fluid ........................................................ (current page)
tanks and reservoirs brake fluid ........................................................ (current page)
windscreen washer ................................................ (current page)
levels: windscreen washer reservoir ........................... (current page)
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer .......................................... (current page)
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4.5
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Niveaux (L38 électrique - Renault)
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brake fluid
windscreen washer reservoir
Windscreen washer reservoir
t opping up
Open cap 4 , fill until you can see the
fluid, then refit the cap.
Liquid
Screen wash product (product with
antifreeze in winter).
Jets
Use a tool such as a needle to adjust
the height of the windscreen washer
jets.
4
3
Brake fluid level
The level should be read with the engine
switched off and on level ground. This
should be checked frequently, and im -
mediately if you notice even the slight-
est loss in braking efficiency.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
t opping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our
Technical Department (and taken from
a sealed container).
Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
Level 3
It is normal for the level to drop as
the linings become worn, but it should
never drop below the MIn line.
If you wish to check the disc wear your-
self, you should obtain the document
explaining the checking procedure from
our network or from the manufacturer’s
website.
LeveLs (2/2)
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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4.7
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Batterie (L38 électrique - Renault)
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12 vOL t BatteR y (2/2)
Label A
Observe the indications on the battery:
– 2 naked flames and smoking are for-
bidden;
– 3 eye protection required;
– 4 keep away from children;
– 5 explosive materials;
– 6 refer to the handbook;
– 7 corrosive materials.
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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lights:dipped beam headlights ................................... (current page)
lights: side lights ......................................................... (current page)
lights: main beam headlights ...................................... (current page)
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5.15
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Projecteurs avant : remplacement des lampes (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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FrONT HEADLIgHTs: replacing bulbs (2/2)
Dipped beam headlights C
Remove cover C, then unclip bulb con-
nector 3.
Press the top of clip 6, remove the as-
sembly from its housing and take out
the bulb.
Bulb type: H7.
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.
When the bulb has been changed,
make sure you refit the cover correctly.
BCD2543
6
The bulbs are under pres -
sure and can break when
replaced.
Risk of injury.
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.
main beam headlights
Unscrew cover D a quarter of a turn
and remove connector 4 with the bulb.
Remove the lamp from the connector.
Bulb type: H7.
side lights
Unscrew cover D a quarter of a turn,
pull bulb holder 5 and take out the bulb.
Bulb type: W5W.

12 volt battery ....................................... (up to the end of the DU)
12 volt battery breakdown recovery ....................... (up to the end of the DU)
5.23
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Batterie : dépannage (L38 électrique - Renault)
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To avoid all risk of sparks:
– Switch off the vehicle ignition.
– Ensure that any electrical consumers
(courtesy lights, etc.) are switched
off before disconnecting or recon -
necting the battery.
– When charging, stop the charger
before connecting or disconnecting
the battery.
– Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short cir-
cuit between the terminals.
– Make sure that you reconnect the
battery terminals after refitting.
12 volt battery: troubleshooting
12 VOLT BATTEr Y: breakdown recovery (1/2)
Connecting a battery charger
The battery charger must be com -
patible with a battery with nominal
voltage of 12 volts.
Before disconnecting the battery, check
that:
– the ignition is switched off;
– the gear control should be in posi -
tion P (please refer to the information
on the “Gear control” in Section 2;
– the charging cable is disconnected.
Special procedures may be
required to charge some
batteries. Contact your ap -
proved dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which may
cause an immediate explosion, and
charge the battery in a well-venti -
lated area. Risk of serious injury.
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.
The engine may be hot when car -
rying out operations in close prox -
imity. In addition, the engine cooling
fan can come on at any moment.
Risk of injury.
Disconnect the leads connected to both
battery terminals, starting with the
negative terminal.
Follow the instructions given by the
manufacturer of the battery charger
you are using.
Do not work on the 12 volt
battery (charging, replac -
ing, etc.):
– without switching off the
ignition;
– if your traction battery is charg -
ing.
Please refer to the information
on “Electric vehicle: charging” in
Section 1.
Risk of serious injury.