2017 RENAULT ALASKAN Owners Manual

VEHICLE BATTERY
WARNING
Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the bat-
tery is low. Low battery fluid can cause ahigher
load on the battery which can generate heat, re-
duce battery life, and in some cases lead to an
explosion.
Checking battery fluid level Check the fluid level in each cell. The battery fluid
level should be between the UPPER LEVEL
➀and
LOWER LEVEL ➁lines.
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only demineralised/
distilled water to bring the level to the indicator in
each filler opening. Do not overfill.
1. Remove the cell plugs ➂using
asuitable tool.
2. Add demineralised/distilled water up to the UP- PER LEVEL ➀line.
If the side of the battery is not clear, check the
distilled water level by looking directly above the
cell; the condition j
Ai ndicates OK and the con-
dition jBn eeds more to be added.
3. Replace and tighten the cell plugs.
• Vehicles operated in high temperatures or under
severe conditions require frequent checks of the
battery fluid level.
• Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Any cor-
rosion should be cleared with
afirmly wrung out
moist cloth.
• Make certain the terminal connections are clean
and securely tightened.
• If the vehicle is not to be used for more than 30
days, disconnect the negative (−) battery termi-
nal cable to prevent battery discharge.
Jump starting
If jump starting is necessary, see “Jump starting” in
the “6. In case of emergency” section. If the engine
does not start by jump starting or the battery does not charge, the battery may have to be replaced.
Contact an approved dealer or qualified workshop
for replacing the battery.
REMOTE CONTROLLER BATTERY
(where fitted)
Remote controller 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 regulations
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.
• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire, etc. DI0137MDZ
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To replace the battery:
1. Use an appropriate tool to remove the screw jAa nd open the lid jB.
2. Replace the battery with anew one.
Recommended battery: CR1620 or equivalent •
Do not touch the internal circuit and electric
terminals as doing so could cause
amalfunc-
tion.
• Make sure that the
+side faces the bottom of
the case j
C.
3. Close the lid and install the screw securely.
4. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
See an approved dealer or qualified workshop if you
need assistance for replacement.
REMOTE CONTROL KEY BATTERY
(where fitted)
Remote Control Key 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 regulations
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.
• Do not expose the battery to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire, etc. To replace the battery:
1. Release the lock knob at the back of the Remote
Control Key and remove the mechanical key.
2. Insert asmall screwdriver into the slit of the cor-
ner and twist it to separate the upper part from
the lower part. Use acloth to protect the casing.
3. Replace the battery with anew one. NDI1687 SDI2451
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•
Recommended battery: CR2025 or equiva-
lent
• Do not touch the internal circuit and electric
terminals as doing so could cause
amalfunc-
tion.
• Make sure that the
%side faces the bottom
of the case.
4. Align the tips of the upper and lower parts ➀,
and then push them together until it is securely
closed ➁.
5. Operate the buttons to check its operation.
See an approved dealer or qualified workshop if you
need assistance for replacement. 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.
• Never pour fuel into the throttle body or at-
tempt to start the engine with the air cleaner
removed. Doing so could result in serious in-
jury.
To remove the filter, release the lock pins ➀and
pull the unit upward ➁. The dry paper type filter element may be cleaned
and reused. Replace the air filter according to the
maintenance schedule shown in
aseparate mainte-
nance booklet.
When replacing the filter, wipe the inside of the air
cleaner housing and the cover with adamp cloth. SDI2452Z JVM0451XZ
AIR CLEANER FILTER
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WINDSCREEN WIPER BLADES
Cleaning
If the windscreen does not become clear after using
the windscreen washer or if the wiper blades chat-
ter when operating the windscreen wipers, wax or
other materials may be on the windscreen and/or
wiper blades.
Clean the outside of the windscreen surface with a
washer solution or mild detergent. Your windscreen
is clean if beads do not form when rinsing with wa-
ter.
Clean the blade by wiping it with acloth soaked in a
washer solution or amild detergent. Rinse the blade
with water. If your windscreen is still not clear after cleaning the blades and using the wipers, replace
the blades.
Be careful not to clog the washer nozzlej
A. This
may cause improper windscreen washer operation.
If the nozzle is clogged, remove any objects with a
needle or small pin j
B. Be careful not to damage
the nozzle. SDI2693Z
WIPER BLADES
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Replacing
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Pull the wiper arm.
2. Push and hold the release tab j
A, and then move
the wiper blade down ➀the wiper arm to re-
move.
3. Remove the wiper blade.
4. Insert the new wiper blade onto the wiper arm until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
• After wiper blade replacement, return the
wiper arm to its original position. Otherwise
the wiper arm or the engine bonnet may be
scratched and may cause damage.
• Worn windscreen wiper blades can damage
the windscreen and impair driver vision. The variable voltage control system measures the
amount of electrical discharge from the battery and
controls voltage generated by the alternator.
CAUTION
• Do not ground accessories directly to the bat-
tery terminal. Doing so will bypass the vari-
able voltage control system and the vehicle
battery may not charge completely.
• Use electrical accessories with the engine
running to avoid discharging the vehicle bat-
tery. SDI2048Z
VARIABLE VOLTAGE CONTROL
SYSTEM (where fitted)
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CAUTION
Never use afuse of ahigher or lower amperage
rating than that specified on the fuse box cover.
This could damage the electrical system or cause
af ire.
Never attempt to use other material (wire, alu-
minium foil. etc.) in place of afuse. This could
damage the electrical system or cause afire. The location and the amperage rating of fuses are
shown on the underside of the fuse box lid.
The number of fuses may vary depending on the
features equipped to the vehicle.
If any electrical equipment does not operate, check
for an open fuse.
1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or LOCK
position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF posi- tion.
3. Open the engine bonnet.
4. Remove the fuse/fusible link cover by pushing the tab.
5. Locate the fuse which needs to be replaced.
6. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller located in the passenger compartment fuse box.
7. If the fuse is open j
A, replace it with anew fuse
j B. If the new fuse also opens, after installing, have
the electrical system checked, and if necessary
repaired, by an approved dealer or qualified
workshop.
Fusible links
If any electrical equipment does not operate and the
fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links.
If any of these fusible links are melted, replace only
with genuine replacement parts. NDI1692
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FUSES
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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
Main fuse box
1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF posi-tion.
3. Open the glove box.
4. Hold the glove box lid and pull it up to release the hinges jAl ocated on the underside of the glove
box. As areference, align the glove box lid with
corner jB.
5. Carefully release the left and right stoppers jCa nd remove the glove box.
6. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.
7. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller ➀. 8. If the fuse is open
➁,r
eplace it with anew fuse
➂ .
9. Install the glove box following removal steps in opposite sequence.
If the new fuse also opens, after installing, have the
electrical system checked, and if necessary
repaired, by an approved dealer or qualified work-
shop.
Additional fuse box NDI1686 NDI1689 NDI1688
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1. Be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF posi- tion.
3. Remove the fuse box cover j
Af rom beneath the
glove box.
4. Locate the fuse that needs to be replaced.
5. Remove the fuse using the fuse puller located in the main fuse box.
6. If the fuse is open, replace it with anew fuse.
7. Install the fuse box cover.
If the new fuse also opens, after installing, have the
electrical system checked, and if necessary
repaired, by an approved dealer or qualified work-
shop.
Extended storage fuse switch
(where fitted) To reduce battery drain, the extended storage fuse
switch comes from the factory switched off. Prior to
delivery of your vehicle, the switch is pushed in
(switched on) and should always remain on.
If the extended storage fuse switch is not pushed in
(switched on), the [Shipping Mode On Push Stor-
age Fuse] warning may appear in the vehicle infor-
mation display. See “Indicators for operation” in the
“2. Instruments and controls” section.
If any electrical equipment does not operate, re-
move the extended storage fuse switch and check for an open fuse.
NOTE
If the extended storage fuse switch malfunctions
or if the fuse is open, it is not necessary to re-
place the switch. In this case, remove the ex- tended storage fuse switch and replace it with a
new fuse of the same rating.
How to remove the extended storage fuse
switch:
1. To remove the extended storage fuse switch, be sure the ignition switch is in the OFF or LOCK
position.
2. Be sure the headlight switch is in the OFF posi- tion.
3. Remove the fuse box cover.
4. Pinch the locking tabs ➀found on each side of
the storage fuse switch.
5. Pull the extended storage fuse switch straight out from the fuse box ➁. HEADLIGHTS
Fog may temporarily form inside the lens of the exte-
rior lights in the rain or in
acar wash. Atemperature
difference between the inside and the outside of the
lens causes the fog. This is not amalfunction. If
large drops of water collect inside the lens, contact
an approved dealer or qualified workshop.
Replacing LED headlight
If replacement is required, contact an approved
dealer or qualified workshop. JVM0462XZ LIGHTS
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