2012 RENAULT PULSE Owners Manual


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system should be thoroughly checked by a REN\fULT
dealer\bWARNING:
.Use only new fluid from a sealed container.
Old, inferior, or contaminated fluid may
damage the clutch system.
. Clean the filler cap before removing.
. Clutch fluid is poisonous and should be
stored carefully in marked containers out of
the reach of children.
CAUTION:
Do not spill the clutch fluid on painted surfaces.
This will damage the paint. If clutch fluid is
spilled, wash it off with plenty of water immedi-
ately.
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Check the fluid level in the reservoir\b If the fluid is
below the MIN line, add fluid up to the M\fX line\b (See
“Recommended fuel/lubricants and capacities” (P\b9-2)
for the recommended types of fluid\b)
If the fluid must be added frequently, the clutch system
should be thoroughly checked by a REN\fULT dealer\b Contact a REN\fULT dealer if checking or replacement
is required\b
CAUTION:
.
Use only fluids approved by our technical
department. Do not mix with other fluids.
. Using automatic transmission fluid other
than fluids approved by our technical de-
partment will cause deterioration in drive-
ability and transmission durability, and may
damage the transmission, which is not
covered by the warranty.
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CLUTCH FLUID (if equipped)
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID
(ATF) (if equipped)
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Contact a RENAULT dea\fer if c\becking or rep\facement
is required.
CAUTION:
.Use only fluids approved by our technical
department. Do not mix with other fluids.
. Using transmission fluid other than fluids
approved by our technical department will
damage the CVT, which is not covered by the
warranty. T\be viscous paper type fi\fter e\fement s\bou\fd not be
c\feaned and reused.
T\be dry paper type fi\fter e\fement may be c\feaned and
reused.
Rep\face t\be air c\feaner fi\fter according to t\be main-
tenance \fog s\bown in a separate maintenance book\fet.
Contact a RENAULT dea\fer if maintenance or rep\face-
ment is required.
WARNING:
Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter
off can cause you or others to be burned. The air
cleaner filter not only cleans the intake air, it
also stops flame if the engine backfires. If the air
cleaner filter is not installed and the engine
backfires, you could be burned. Never drive with
the air cleaner filter off. Be cautious working on
the engine when the air cleaner filter is off.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
C\feaning
If t\be winds\bie\fd does not become c\fear after using t\be
winds\bie\fd was\ber or if t\be wiper b\fades c\batter w\ben
operating t\be winds\bie\fd wipers, wax or ot\ber materia\fs
may be on t\be winds\bie\fd and/or wiper b\fades.
C\fean t\be outside of t\be winds\bie\fd surface wit\b a
was\ber so\fution or mi\fd detergent. Your winds\bie\fd is
c\fean if beads do not form w\ben rinsing wit\b water.
C\fean t\be b\fade by wiping it wit\b a c\fot\b soaked in a
was\ber so\fution or a mi\fd detergent. Rinse t\be b\fade
wit\b water. If your winds\bie\fd is sti\f\f not c\fear after
c\feaning t\be b\fades and using t\be wipers, rep\face t\be
b\fades.
CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE
TRANSMISSION (CVT) FLUID (if
equipped)
AIR CLEANER FILTER
WIPER BLADES
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Be careful not to clog t\fe was\fer nozzle*A\b T\fis may
cause improper winds\field was\fer operation\b If t\fe
nozzle is clogged, remove any objects wit\f a needle or
small pin
*B\b Be careful not to damage t\fe nozzle\b
Replacing
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1\b Lift t\fe wiper arm away from t\fe winds\field\b
2\b Pus\f and \fold t\fe release tab
*A, and t\fen move
t\fe wiper blade down t\fe wiper arm to remove
*1\b
3\b Remove t\fe wiper blade\b
4\b Insert t\fe new wiper blade onto t\fe wiper arm until it clicks into place\b
CAUTION:
.After wiper blade replacement, return the
wiper arm to its original position. Otherwise
the wiper arm or the engine hood may be
scratched and may cause damage.
. Worn windshield wiper blades can damage
the windshield and impair driver vision.
REAR WINDOW WIPER BLADE (if
equipped)
Contact a RENAULT dealer if c\fecking or replacement
is required\b
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SDI2574Type A
JVM0023XType B
WARNING:
Anti-freeze is poisonous and should be stored
carefully in marked containers out of the reach
of children.
Type \f: Che\bk the fluid level in the window washer
reservoir. If the fluid level is low, add window washer
fluid up to the M\fX level.
Type B: To \bhe\bk the fluid level, use your finger to plug
the \benter hole
*1of the \bap/tube assembly, then
remove it from the reservoir. If there is no fluid in the
tube, add fluid. \fdd a washer solvent to the water for better \bleaning.
In the winter season, add a windshield washer anti-
freeze. Follow the manufa\bturer’s instru\btions for the
mixture ratio.
WINDOW WASHER FLUID
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VEHICLE BATTERY
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WARNING:
Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the
battery is low. Low battery fluid can cause a
higher load on the battery which can generate
heat, reduce battery life, and in some cases lead
to an explosion.
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Checking battery fl\fid level
D\b0137MAType A
SD\b1480Type A
JVM0065XType BCheck the fl\fid level in each cell. The battery fl\fid level
sho\fld be between the UPPER LEVEL*1and
LOWER LEVEL*2lines.
\bf it is necessary to add fl\fid, add only demineralized/
distilled water to bring the level to the indicator in each
filler opening. Do not overfill.
1. Remove the cell pl\fgs
*A, if eq\fipped.
2. Add demineralized/disti\llled water \fp to the UPPER LEVEL
*1line.
3. Replace and tighten the cell pl\fgs.
. Vehicles operated in high temperat\fres or \fnder
severe conditions req\fire freq\fent checks of the
battery fl\fid level.
. Keep the battery s\frface clean and dry. Clean the
battery with a sol\ftion of baking soda and water.
. Make certain the terminal connections are clean
and sec\frely tightened.
. \bf the vehicle is not to be \fsed for more than 30
days, disconnect the negative (í) battery terminal
cable to prevent battery discharge.
. For a maintenance free battery (for Type B) it is not
req\fired to check the fl\fid level. However,
RENAULT recommends to vis\fally check the green indicator
*Bstat\fs periodically. \bf the color
of the indicator is changed, please contact a
RENAULT dealer as soon as possible.
For model with Stop/Start (\bdling Stop) System, see
“J\fmp starting” (P.6-8) .
J\fmp starting
\bf j\fmp starting is necessary, see “J\fmp starting” (P.6-
8) . \bf the engine does not start by j\fmp starting or the
battery does not charge, the battery may have to be
replaced. Contact a RENAULT dealer for replacing the
battery.
REMOTE CONTROLLER BATTERY
Battery replacement
CAUTION:
. Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery and removed parts.
. An improperly disposed battery can harm
the environment. Always confirm local reg-
ulations for battery disposal.
. When changing batteries, do not let dust or
oil get on the components.
. There is danger of explosion if lithium
battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type.
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To replace the battery\f
1. Remo\be the screw
*A.
2. Insert a small screwdri\ber into the slit of the corner
*Band twist it to separate the upper part from
the lower part. Use a cloth to protect the casing.
3. Replace the battery with a new one.
Recommended battery\f CR1620 or equi\balent
.Do not touch the internal circuit and electricterminals as doing so could cause a malfunc-
tion.
.Make sure that the + side faces the bottom ofthe case*C.
4. Close the lid and install the screw securely.
5. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
See a RENAULT dealer if you need assistance for
replacement.
FCC WARNING:
Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions; (1) This device may not cause harm-
ful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation of the
device.
INTELLIGENT KEY BATTERY
Battery replacement
CAUTION:
. Be careful not to allow children to swallow
the battery and removed parts.
. An improperly disposed battery can harm
the environment. Always confirm local reg-
ulations for battery disposal.
. When changing batteries, do not let dust or
oil get on the components.
. There is danger of explosion if lithium
battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only
with the same or equivalent type.
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To replace the battery\f
1. Release the lock knob at the back of the Intelligent
Key and remo\be the mechanical key.
2. Insert a small screwdri\ber into the slit of the corner and twist it to separate the upper part from the
lower part. Use a cloth to protect the casing.
3. Replace the battery with a new one.
.Recommended battery\f CR2025 or equi\balent.Do not touch the internal circuit and electric terminals as doing so could cause a malfunc-
tion.
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.Make sure that the+side faces the botto\f of
the case.
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4. Align the tips of the upper and lower parts*1,
and then push the\f together until it is securely
closed
*2.
5. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
See a RENAULT dealer if you need assistance for
replace\fent.
CAUTION:
. Do not ground accessories directly to the
battery terminal. Doing so will bypass the
variable voltage control system and the
vehicle battery may not charge completely.
. Use electrical accessories with the engine
running to avoid discharging the vehicle
battery.
Your vehicle is equipped with a variable voltage control
syste\f. This syste\f \feasures the a\fount of electrical
discharge fro\f the battery and controls voltage
generated by the alternator.
ENG\bNE COMPARTMENT
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For checking and/or replacing, see a RENAULT dealer.
Fusible links
\bf any electrical equip\fent does not operate and the
fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links. \bf
any of these fusible links are \felted, replace only with
genuine RENAULT parts.
VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL
SYSTEM (if equipped) FUSES
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