2018 RENAULT TRAFIC engine coolant

1.86
xAnti-lock braking warning
light
This lights up when the ignition is
switched on and goes out after a few
seconds.
If it lights up when you are driving, it in-
dicates a fault in the anti-lock braking
system.
Braking will then be as normal, without
the ABS. Contact an approved Dealer
as soon as possible.
ÔCoolant temperature warn-
ing light
This comes on when the ignition is
switched on.
If it turns red, stop and let the engine
idle for a minute or two.
The temperature should lower and the
warning light should return to a blue
colour. If not, stop the engine. Let the
engine cool down before checking the
coolant.
Contact an approved Dealer.
WARNING LIGHTS (3/4)
Warning light, additive level
and faults in the exhaust gas
reduction system
Refer to the information on "Additive
tank" in Section 1.
ÄToxic Fume Filter System
Warning Light
For vehicles equipped with this option,
the light comes on when the ignition is
switched on then goes out.
– If it lights up continuously, consult your approved dealer as soon as
possible;
– if it flashes, reduce the engine speed until the light stops flashing. Contact
your approved Dealer as soon as
possible.
Refer to the information on “Advice:
antipollution, fuel economy and driving”
in Section 2.
Electronic Stability Program
(ESP) and traction control
system warning light
This lights up when the ignition is
switched on and goes out after a few
seconds.
There are several reasons for the warn-
ing light to come on: please refer to the
information on “Driver correction de-
vices and aids” in Section 2.
A
The display of information shown below DEPENDS ON THE VEHICLE EQUIPMENT \
AND COUNTRY.

2.8
STOP AND START function (2/3)
Special cases
– For vehicles using a RENAULT card, while the system is operating and
the engine is in standby (traffic jam,
traffic lights, etc.), if the driver gets
out of their seat or unfastens their
seatbelt and opens the driver's door,
the ignition will be switched off. To
restart and reactivate the Stop and
Start system, press the start button
(please refer to "Starting, stopping
the engine" in Section 2).
– In the event of the engine stalling, if the system is operational, press
down the clutch pedal as far as it will
go to restart.
– the outdoor temperature is too low or
too high (less than around 0 °C or
higher than around 35 °C);
– the battery is not sufficiently charged;
– the difference between the vehicle interior temperature and the auto-
matic climate control instruction is
too high;
– the “Clear View” function is activated (please see the information on “Air
conditioning” in Section 3);
– the engine coolant temperature is too low;
– automatic particle filter cleaning is underway;
– the “Fast Idle Speed” function is acti- vated (please refer to the information
on “Fast Idle Speed” in section 2);
– ...
Warning light
 is displayed on the
instrument panel. This notifies you that
engine standby is not available.
To fill up with fuel, the engine must
be stopped (and not on standby):
stop the engine (please refer to the
information on “Starting and stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).
Special features of vehicles with
remote control
Some of these conditions prevent the
engine from automatically restarting
upon opening:
– one of the doors for vehicles using a key;
– the passenger side door for vehicles using a RENAULT card.
Conditions preventing the
standby of the engine
Depending on the vehicle, certain con-
ditions prevent the system from using
the engine standby function, including
when:
– reverse gear is engaged;
– the bonnet is not locked;
– for vehicles using a RENAULT card, the driver’s side door is not closed;
– for vehicles using a RENAULT card, the driver’s seat belt is not buckled;

4.1
Section 4: Maintenance
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2
Engine oil level: general information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.4
Engine oil level: topping up/filling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5
Oil change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.6
Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .\
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.7
brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.8
windscreen washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
Filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.9
Tyre pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.12
Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.14
Interior trim maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.17

4.7
 Coolant
With the engine switched off and on
level ground, the level when cold must
be between the “MINI” and “MAXI”
marks on coolant reservoir 1.
Top this level up when cold before it
reaches the MINI mark.
No operations should be
carried out on the cooling
circuit when the engine is
hot.
Risk of burns.
LEVELS (1/3)
1
When working in the engine
compartment, ensure that
the windscreen wiper stalk
is in the park position.
Risk of injury.
Please note when work-
ing close to the engine that
it may be hot. In addition,
the engine cooling fan may
start at any moment. The

label in the engine compartment re-
minds you of this.
Risk of injury.
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
Before performing any
action in the engine com-
partment, the ignition must
be switched off (please see
the information on “Starting, stop-
ping the engine” in Section 2).

4.8
Level 2
It is normal for the level to drop as the
brake shoes become worn, but it must
never drop lower than the “MINI" warn-
ing line.
If you wish to check the disc and drum
wear yourself, you should obtain the
document explaining the checking pro-
cedure from the manufacturer's net-
work or website.
Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-
cuit, a specialist must replace the brake
fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our
Technical Department (and taken from
a sealed container).
Replacement interval
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
 Brake fluid
The level should be read with the engine
switched off and on level ground.
This should be checked frequently,
and immediately if you notice even the
slightest loss in braking efficiency.
LEVELS (2/3)
2
Consult your approved dealer at
once if you notice an abnormal or
repeated drop in any of the fluid
levels.
Frequency of checking coolant level
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;
– an anti-corrosion protection for the cooling system.
Replacement interval
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.

5.40
OPERATING FAULTS (5/7)
On the roadPOSSIBLE CAUSESWHAT TO DO
Steering becomes heavy. Assistance overheating.
Fault with the electric assistance
motor.
Fault in the assistance system. Drive carefully at reduced speed, be aware
of the level of force in the steering wheel
needed to turn the wheels. Consult an ap-
proved dealer
Vibrations. Tyres not inflated to correct pressures,
incorrectly balanced or damaged. Check the tyre pressures: if this is not the
problem, have them checked by an ap-
proved Dealer.
The engine is overheating. The coolant
temperature indicator is in the warning
zone and warning light
® comes on. Engine cooling fan not working. Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine and
contact an approved dealer.
Coolant leaks. Check the coolant reservoir: it should con- tain fluid. If there is no coolant, consult an
approved dealer as soon as possible.
Coolant boiling in the coolant reservoir. Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder
head gasket. Stop the engine.
Contact an approved dealer.
Radiator:
If there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never b\
e topped up using cold coolant while
the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial drain\
ing of the cooling
system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct p\
roportions. Reminder: only products approved
by our Technical Department may be used for this purpose.

7.2
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (2/5)
driving positionsettings ............................................................1.32 → 1.36
driving recommendations ......................................2.12 → 2.15
E
ECO driving ...........................................................2.12 → 2.15
ECO mode ................................................................ 2.13, 3.10
electric beam height adjustment ......................... 1.107 – 1.108
electric windows ..................................................... 3.16 – 3.17
electronic stability control: ESC .............................2.21 → 2.25
emergency brake assist.........................................2.21 → 2.25
emergency braking ................................................2.21 → 2.25
emergency key ........................................................... 1.7 – 1.8
emergency spare wheel ............................................. 5.2 – 5.3
engine technical specifications .................................................. 6.8
engine coolant ..................................................................... 4.7
engine oil ...................................................................4.4 → 4.6
engine oil capacity ...................................................... 4.5 – 4.6
engine oil level ...........................................................4.4 → 4.6
engine specifications .................................................... 6.3, 6.8
engine standby ..........................................................2.7 → 2.9
engine start/stop button .............................................2.3 → 2.6
environment ............................................................\
........... 2.17
ESC: electronic stability control ....................1.86, 2.21 → 2.25
external temperature ....................................................... 1.100
F
faults operating faults ................................................5.36 → 5.42
filter air filter ........................................................................\
... 4.9
oil filter .................................................................. 4.5 – 4.6
passenger compartment filter ........................................ 4.9
fitting a radio ...................................................................... 5.35
fittings ...............................................................\
.....3.22 → 3.30front passenger air bag deactivation ................................. 1.77
front seat adjustment .............................................. 1.29 – 1.30
front seats adjustment ............................................... 1.28 – 1.30, 1.32
fuel advice on fuel economy ...................................2.12 → 2.15
consumption ....................................................2.12 → 2.15
filling .................................................... 1.84, 1.113 → 1.115
grade ............................................................ 1.113 → 1.115
fuel consumption ...................................................2.12 → 2.15
fuel filler cap ...................................................... 1.113 → 1.115
fuel level ................................................................1.84 → 1.88
fuel tank capacity ...............................................................\
....... 1.113
fuel tank capacity ............................................... 1.113 → 1.115
fuses ..................................................................\
....5.27 → 5.29
G
gear lever........................................................................\
... 2.11
grip control ........................................................................\
. 2.24
H
handbrake........................................................................\
.. 2.11
hazard warning lights signal ............................................ 1.109
headlight beam adjustment ................................ 1.107 – 1.108
headrest.................................................................... 1.28, 3.33
heated seats ...................................................................... 1.29
heated windscreen .................................................. 3.8 → 3.11
heating and air conditioning system ....3.4 → 3.12, 3.14 – 3.15
heating system ........................................................3.4 → 3.13
Hill Start Assist.......................................................2.21 → 2.25
horn ...................................................................\
.............. 1.109
horn: flash ..................................................................\
......... 1.109
hubcap tool ................................................................. 5.7 – 5.8

7.4
ALPHABETICAL INDEX (4/5)
P
paintworkmaintenance ....................................................4.14 → 4.16
parking distance control.......................................... 2.35 – 2.36
power-assisted steering..................................................... 1.31
pretensioners .........................................................1.37 → 1.40
puncture...................................................5.2 – 5.3, 5.7 → 5.10
R
radio........................................................................\
........... 3.44
radio frequency remote control/key use ........................................................................\
1.4 – 1.5
rear bench seat......................................................3.34 → 3.37
rear seats........................................................................\
... 1.34 functions ..........................................................3.34 → 3.37
rear view mirrors ................................................. 1.101 – 1.102
remote control door locking batteries ..............................................................\
......... 5.23
remote control door locking unit ................................. 1.2 – 1.3
RENAULT ANTI-INTRUDER DEVICE (RAID) ................... 1.27
RENAULT card battery ................................................................\
.......... 5.24
use ................................................... 1.7 → 1.13, 2.4 → 2.6
RENAULT card battery ...................................................... 5.24
replacement parts .............................................................. 6.11
reverse gear selecting ..............................................................\
......... 2.11
reversing sensor ..................................................... 2.35 – 2.36
running in ........................................................................\
..... 2.2
S
seat belt pretensioners front seat belt ...................................................1.37 → 1.40
seat belts ......................................................1.32 → 1.40, 1.43
service sheets........................................................6.12 → 6.17
side protection devices ...................................................... 1.42 signals and lights ...............................................1.103
→ 1.109
speakers location ...............................................................\
......... 5.35
special features of diesel versions..................................... 2.10
speed limiter .................................................1.87, 2.26 → 2.28
starting the engine .....................................................2.2 → 2.9
steering wheel adjustment .............................................................\
...... 1.31
Stop & Start ......................................................1.87, 2.7 → 2.9
Stop & Start function..................................................2.7 → 2.9
stopping the engine ...................................................2.3 → 2.6
storage compartment.............................................3.22 → 3.30
storage compartments ...........................................3.22 → 3.30
sun visor ........................................................................\
.... 3.18
switching on the vehicle ignition .........................2.2, 2.4 → 2.6
T
tailgate ...............................................................\
....3.39 → 3.42
tanks and reservoirs brake fluid ...................................................................... 4.8
coolant ................................................................\
........... 4.7
tanks and reservoirs: windscreen washer ........................................................ 4.9
technical specifications ............................................ 6.4 → 6.11
telephone ..............................................................\
............. 3.44
temperature regulation ............................................3.8 → 3.13
tool kit ........................................................................\
. 5.7 – 5.8
towing driving ................................................................\
.......... 2.23
breakdown ........................................................ 5.33 – 5.34
towing equipment ......................................................... 3.43
towing a caravan ............................................. 3.43, 6.9 – 6.10
towing equipment fitting ................................................................\
............ 3.43
towing hitch............................................. 5.7 – 5.8, 5.33 – 5.34
towing rings ...........................................................3.39 → 3.42