2012 RENAULT FLUENCE ZERO EMISSION engine

lights:main beam headlights ...................................... (current page)
warning buzzer ...................................................... (current page)
see-me-home lighting ............................................ (current page)
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Éclairages et signalisations extérieurs (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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eXteriOr lightiNg AND SigNAlS (2/3)
Switching off the lights
There are two possibilities:
– manually, move ring 2 to position 0;
– the lights will go out automatically
when the engine is switched off, the
driver’s door is opened or the vehicle
is locked. In this case, the next time
the engine is started the lights will be
switched back on according to the
position of the ring 2.
NB: if the fog lights are lit, the lights are
not switched off automatically.
“See-me-home lighting”
function
Depending on the vehicle, this func -
tion allows you to briefly switch on the
dipped beam headlights (to provide
light when opening a gate, etc.).
With the engine and lights off and
ring 2 in the 0 position, pull stalk 1 to-
wards you: the dipped beam head -
lights light up for approximately thirty
seconds. To increase this duration,
you may pull the stalk up to four times
(total time restricted to two minutes).
Depending on the vehicle, the message
“See-me-home _ _ _” accompanied by
the lighting time is displayed on the in-
strument panel to confirm the action.
To switch off the lights before they go
out automatically, turn ring 2 to any po-
sition, then return it to position 0.
lights-on reminder buzzer
If the lights are on after the engine is
switched off, a warning beep sounds
when the driver ’s door is opened to
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windscreen washer/wiper ..................... (up to the end of the DU)
windscreen washer ............................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Essuie-vitre / lave-vitre avant (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Wash, wipe
v ehicle fitted with front
windscreen wiper rain sensor
A park
B automatic wiper function.
When this position is selected, the
system detects water on the wind -
screen and triggers the wipers at a
suitable wiping speed. It is possi -
ble to change the triggering thresh-
old and the time sweeps by turning
ring 2:
– E : minimum sensitivity
– F : maximum sensitivity
NB: in foggy weather or during
snowfalls, the wiping is not automati-
cally triggered and remains under
the driver’s control.
C normal wiping speed
D fast wiping speed
Special note
When driving the vehicle
, the wiping
speed slows down whenever the ve -
hicle stops. For example, fast wiping
speed will slow to normal wiping speed.
As soon as the vehicle moves off,
wiping will return to the speed originally
selected.
If stalk 1 is operated, it overrides and
cancels the automatic function.
v ehicle fitted with intermittent
windscreen wipers
A park
B intermittent wiping
The wipers will pause for several
seconds between sweeps. It is
possible to change the time be -
tween sweeps by turning ring 2.
C normal wiping speed
D fast wiping speed
WiNDScreeN WASh/WiPe (1/2)
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A
B
c
D
e
F2
For all vehicles, position C can be
accessed with the ignition on and
positions B and D can only be ac -
cessed with the engine running.

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Essuie-vitre / lave-vitre avant (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Windscreen washer
With the ignition on , pull stalk 1 then
release.
A brief pull will trigger a single sweep
of the wipers, in addition to the wind -
screen washer.
A longer pull will trigger three sweeps
of the wipers followed, a few seconds
later, by a fourth, in addition to the wind -
screen washer.
WiNDScreeN WASh/WiPe (2/2)
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In freezing or snowy weather, ensure
they are not stuck to the windscreen
(including the central area located
behind the interior rear-view mirror)
and the rear screen before starting
the wipers (risk of motor overheat -
ing).
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A
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in position A (off).
Risk of injury.
Before any action on the
windscreen (washing the
vehicle, de-icing, cleaning
the windscreen, etc.) return
stalk 1 to position A (off).
Risk of injury and/or damage.

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Sommaire 2 (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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Section 2: Driving
(Advice on use relating to fuel economy and the environment)
Starting, stopping the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2
Gear control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3
Handbrake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4
Vehicle range: recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.7
Charge meter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.8
Driving correction devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.9
Speed limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.13
Cruise control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.16
Parking distance control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.20

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starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
driving ................................................... (up to the end of the DU)
starting the engine ................................ (up to the end of the DU)
stopping the engine .............................. (up to the end of the DU)
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Démarrage (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Starting, stopping the engine
Start position D
Starting the engine
– Move the gear lever to position P
only ;
– turn the key to position D and re -
lease it.
Warning light
Ṑ may flash on the in -
strument panel, along with a beep. As
soon as light
Ṑ stops flashing and
the beep stops, the vehicle is ready to
drive.
“Stop and steering lock”
position St
To unlock: turn the key and the steering
wheel slightly.
To lock: remove the key and turn the
steering wheel until the steering column
locks.
“Accessories” position AWhen the ignition is switched off, any
accessories (radio, etc.) will continue to
function.
“On” position MThe ignition is switched on:
St Arting, St OPPing the engine
Driver’s responsibility
Never leave your vehi -
cle with the key inside and
never leave a child (or a
pet) unsupervised, even for a short
while.
There is a risk that they could start
the engine or operate electrical
equipment (electric windows etc.)
and trap part of their body (neck,
arms, hands, etc.).
Risk of serious injury.
Never switch off the ignition before
the vehicle has stopped completely.
Once the engine has stopped, the
brake servo, power-assisted steer -
ing, etc., and the passive safety de-
vices such as the airbags and pre -
tensioners will no longer operate.
The vehicle can only be started if
the charging cord is unplugged from
the vehicle.
The vehicle can only be started if
the selection lever is at P. Please
see the information on “Gear con -
trol” in Section 2.
Stopping the engine
Bring the key to “Stop” position.
Warning light
Ṑ goes out.

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energy charge meter (function) ................... (up to the end of the DU)
energy consumption ................................... (up to the end of the DU)
energy recovery .......................................... (up to the end of the DU)
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Economètre (L38 électrique - Renault)
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Charge meter
chArge Meter
A
b
c
D
Ac
D
The traction battery supplies the elec -
trical energy required for the motor to
move the vehicle.
When you lift your foot off the accelera -
tor pedal, the motor generates electri -
cal current during deceleration, and this
energy is used to recharge the traction
battery.
“energy recovery” usage
zone A
Indicates that the vehicle is generating
energy and recharging the battery. energy recovery features
The motor generates a more significant
engine brake than a conventional vehi-
cle.
After a maximum charge for the traction
battery and during the first few miles
when driving the vehicle, the engine
brake is temporarily reduced. Please
adapt your driving style appropriately.
Position
B “neutral”
Indicates nil consumption.
“recommended
consumption” usage zone C
Indicates “economical” energy con -
sumption.
“consumption not
recommended” usage zone D
Indicates high energy consumption.

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Dispositifs de correction de conduite (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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electronic stability program
eSP with understeer control
and traction control ASr
electronic stability program eSP
This system helps you to keep control
of the vehicle in critical driving condi -
tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip
on a bend, etc.).
Operating principle
A sensor in the steering wheel detects
the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle
measure the actual direction.
The system compares driver input to
the actual trajectory of the vehicle and
corrects the trajectory if necessary by
controlling the braking of certain wheels
and/or engine power. In the event that
the system is engaged, indicator light
ù flashes on the instrument panel. Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the
ESP in the case of pronounced unders-
teering (loss of front axle road holding).
t
raction control ASr
This system helps to limit wheelspin of
the drive wheels and to control the ve-
hicle when pulling away accelerating or
decelerating.
Operating principle
Using the wheel sensors, the system
measures and compares the speed of
the drive wheels at all times and slows
down their over-rotation. If a wheel is
starting to slip, the system brakes au -
tomatically until the drive supplied be -
comes compatible with the level of grip
under the wheel again. Operating faults
When the system detects an operat
-
ing fault the message “Check ESP” and
warning light
© appear on the in-
strument panel. In this case, the ESP
and ASR are deactivated.
Consult an approved dealer.
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Dispositifs de correction de conduite (L38 - X38 - Renault)
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The traction control ASR offers addi -
tional safety, it is recommended that
you do not drive with the function disa-
bled. Correct this as soon as possible
by pressing switch 1 again.
nb : the function is reactivated auto -
matically when the ignition is switched
on or when a speed of approximately
24 mph (40 km/h) is exceeded.
emergency brake assist
This system supplements the ABS
and helps reduce vehicle stopping dis-
tances.
Operating principle
The system is for detecting an emer -
gency braking situation. In this case,
the braking assistance immediately de-
velops maximum power and may trig -
ger ABS regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as long as
the brake pedal is applied.
hazard warning lights switching on
These may light up in the event of rapid
deceleration.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operat -
ing fault the message “ Check brak-
ing system” appears on the instrument
panel along with the
© warning
light.
Consult an approved dealer.
braking anticipation
Depending on the vehicle, when you
rapidly release the accelerator, the
system anticipates the braking ma -
noeuvre in order to reduce stopping
distances.
Special cases
When using the cruise control:
– if you use the accelerator, when you
release it, the system may be trig -
gered;
– if you do not use the accelerator, the
system will not be triggered.
Disabling the ASr function
In some situations (driving on very wet
ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with
snow chains fitted), the system may
reduce the engine output to limit wheel
-
spin. If this is not required, it is possible
to deactivate the function by pressing
switch 1.
The message “ Traction control off ” is
displayed on the instrument panel to
inform you.
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