Renault Kangoo (2018 year). Manual — part 12

4.10

LEVELS

(3/3)

/FILTERS

Windscreen washer reservoir

Topping up
– Unscrew cap 3;
– fill until you can see the fluid;
– close 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.

Filters

The replacement of filter elements (air

filter, cabin filter, diesel fuel filter, etc.)

is scheduled in the maintenance opera-

tions for your vehicle.
Replacement intervals for filter el-

ements: refer to the Maintenance

Document for your vehicle.

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.

3

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).

4.11

Label A

Observe the indications on the battery:

– 2 naked flames and smoking forbid-

den;

– 3 eye protection required;

– 4 keep away from children;

– 5 explosive materials;

– 6 please consult the driver’s hand-

book;

– 7 corrosive materials.

Battery 1 does not require any mainte-

nance. You should not open it or add

any fluid.

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.
Keep naked flames, red hot objects

and sparks away from the battery

components as there is a risk of

explosion.

BATTERY

(1/2)

Depending on the vehicle, a system

continuously checks the battery charge

status.

When the ignition is off, some consum-

ers may also be switched off (dipped

beam headlights, radio, ventilation,

etc.). On the instrument panel, the

“BATTERY MODE : ECONOMY” mes-

sage appears when they are switched

off. When the level is extremely low,

the messages “BATTERY LOW” and

“START ENGINE” are displayed.

The charge status of the battery can

decrease, especially if you use your ve-

hicle:

– for short journeys;

– for driving in town;

– when the temperature drops, etc.;

– with the vehicle stopped and the

engine off.

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



warning light in the engine compart-

ment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.

1

A 2

3

4

5

6

7

4.12

BATTERY

(2/2)

Replacing the battery

As this operation is complex, we advise

you to contact an approved Dealer.

Vehicle fitted with the Stop and Start

function
The function will have to be restarted

each time the battery is replaced. To

restart the function, press and hold the

Stop and Start activation/deactivation

switch 8 until you hear a beep.

The battery is a specific

type, please ensure it is

replaced with the same

type. Consult an approved

dealer.

8

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).

4.13

TYRE PRESSURE WHEN cold

(1/2)

B: front tyre pressure when driving

(non-motorway), or if less than 4 people

occupy the vehicle.

C: rear tyre pressure when driving

(non-motorway), or if less than 4 people

occupy the vehicle.

D: tyre pressures for the front wheels

(motorway) or when driving with a sig-

nificant load.

E: tyre pressures for the rear wheels

(motorway) or when driving with a sig-

nificant load.

C

D

E

B

A

A

Label A

Open the driver’s door to read it.

Tyre pressures should be checked

when the tyres are cold.

If the tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, increase the

pressures from 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).

Never deflate a hot tyre.

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system
If under-inflated (puncture, low pres-

sure, etc.), the warning light



lights up on the instrument panel. See

“Tyre pressure loss warning” in

Section 2.

Vehicle used fully laden

(Maximum Permissible

All-up Weight) and

towing a trailer

The maximum speed must be lim-

ited to 60 mph (100 km/h) and the

tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar.
Refer to the information on “Weights”

in Section 6.
Risk of tyre blowouts.

4.14

TYRE PRESSURE WHEN cold

(2/2)

Tyre dimensions
The following dimensions are specific

to the vehicle:
– 185/70 R 14 88 T;

– 195/65 R 15 91 T;

– 195/65 R 15 95 T;

– 205/55 R 16 91 H.
Tyre safety and use of snow chains

Refer to the information on “Tyres” in

Section 5 for the servicing conditions

and, depending on the version, the use

of chains.

For your safety, please re-

spect the speed limit.
When they need to be re-

placed, only tyres of the

same make, size, type and profile

should be used on a single axle.
They must: either have a load ca-

pacity and speed rating at least

equal to those of the original

tyres, or conform to those recom-

mended by an authorised dealer.
Failure to heed these instructions

could endanger your safety and

affect your vehicle’s roadworthi-

ness.
Risk of loss of control of the ve-

hicle.

4.15

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE

(1/3)

You should

Wash your car frequently, with the

engine off, with cleaning products rec-

ommended by the manufacturer (never

use abrasive products). Rinse thor-

oughly beforehand with a jet:

–

spots of tree resin and industrial

grime;

–

mud in the wheel arches and under-

neath the body which forms damp

patches;

–

bird droppings, which cause a

chemical reaction with the paint that

rapidly discolours paintwork and

may even cause the paint to peel

off;

wash the vehicle immediately to

remove these marks since it is im-

possible to remove them by polish-

ing;

–

salt, particularly in the wheel arches

and underneath the body after driv-

ing in areas where the roads have

been gritted.

Remove any plant matter (resin, leaves,

etc.) from the vehicle regularly.

A well-maintained vehicle will last

longer. It is therefore recommended to

maintain the exterior of the vehicle reg-

ularly.
Your vehicle has been treated with very

effective anti-corrosion products. It is

nevertheless subject to various outside

influences.

Corrosive agents in the atmosphere

–

atmospheric pollution (built-up and

industrial areas);

–

saline atmospheres (near the sea,

particularly in hot weather);

–

seasonal and damp weather condi-

tions (e.g. road salt in winter, water

from road cleaners, etc.).

Minor impacts

Abrasive action

Dust and sand in the air, mud, road grit

thrown up by other vehicles, etc.
You should take a number of minor pre-

cautions in order to safeguard your ve-

hicle against such risks.

Respect local regulations about wash-

ing vehicles (e.g. do not wash your ve-

hicle on a public highway).
Observe the vehicle stopping distances

when driving on gravelled surfaces to

prevent paint damage.
Repair, or have repaired quickly, areas

where the paint has been damaged, to

prevent corrosion spreading.
Remember to visit the body shop pe-

riodically in order to maintain your

anti-corrosion warranty. Refer to the

Maintenance Document.
If it is necessary to clean mechani-

cal components, hinges, etc., spray

them with products approved by our

Technical Department to protect them

after they have been cleaned.

We have selected special products

to care for your vehicle and you can

obtain these from the manufactur-

er’s accessory outlets.

4.16

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE

(2/3)

Degrease or clean using

high-pressure cleaning

equipment or by spray-

ing on products not ap-

proved by our Technical

Department:

–

mechanical components (e.g.:

engine compartment);

–

underbody;

–

parts with hinges (e.g.: inside the

doors);

–

painted plastic external fittings (e.g.:

bumpers).

Doing this could give rise to corrosion

or operational faults.

What you should not do

Wash the vehicle in bright sunlight or

freezing temperatures.
Do not scrape off mud or dirt without

pre-wetting.
Allow dirt to accumulate on the exterior.
Allow rust to form following minor im-

pacts.
Do not use solvents not approved by

our Technical Department to remove

stains as this could damage the paint-

work.
Do not drive in snow or muddy condi-

tions without washing the vehicle, par-

ticularly under the wheel arches and

body.

4.17

Using a roller type car wash

Return the windscreen wiper stalk to

the Park position (refer to the informa-

tion on the “Windscreen washer, wiper”

in Section 1). Check the mounting of

external accessories, additional lights

and mirrors, and ensure that the wiper

blades are secured with adhesive tape.
Remove the radio aerial mast if your

vehicle is fitted with this equipment.
Remember to remove the tape and refit

the antenna after washing.

Vehicles with a matte paint

finish

This type of paint requires certain pre-

cautions.

You should do the following
Wash the vehicle by hand using plenty

of water, using a soft cloth or a gentle

sponge.

Do not do the following
Use wax-based products (polishing).

Rub too hard.

Wash the vehicle in a roller-type car

wash.

Attach stickers to the paintwork (risk of

leaving marks).

Wash the vehicle

using a high-pressure

cleaning device.

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE

(3/3)

Cleaning the headlights

As the headlights are made of plastic

“glass”, use a soft cloth or cotton wool

to clean them. If this does not clean

them properly, moisten the cloth with

soapy water, then wipe clean with a soft

damp cloth or cotton wool.

Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry

cloth.
Do not use cleaning products con-

taining alcohol or utensils (e.g.: a

scraper).

4.18

Glass instrument panel

(e.g. instrument panel, clock, exterior

temperature display, radio display, etc.)
Use a soft cloth (or cotton wool).

If this does not clean them properly,

use a soft cloth (or cotton wool) slightly

moistened with soapy water and then

wipe clean with another soft damp cloth

or cotton wool.

Finally, carefully dry off with a soft dry

cloth.
Do not use products containing alco-

hol and/or spray fluids on the area.

Seat belts

These must be kept clean.

Use products selected by our Technical

Department (Approved outlets) or

warm, soapy water and a sponge and

wipe with a dry cloth.

Detergents or dyes must not be used

under any circumstances.

INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE

(1/2)

Textiles (seats, door trim, etc)

Vacuum-clean the textiles regularly.

Liquid stain
Use soapy water.
Dab lightly (never rub) with a soft cloth,

rinse and remove the excess.

Solid or pasty stain
Carefully remove the excess solid or

pasty material immediately with a

spatula (working from the edges to the

centre to avoid spreading the stain).

Clean as for a liquid stain.

Special instructions for sweets or

chewing gum
Put an ice cube on the stain to solidify

it, then proceed as for a solid stain.

A well-maintained vehicle will last

longer. It is therefore recommended to

maintain the interior of the vehicle regu-

larly.
A stain should always be dealt with

swiftly.
Whatever type of stain is on the trim,

use cold (or warm) soapy water with

natural soap.
Detergents (washing-up liquid, pow-

dered products, alcohol-based prod-

ucts) should not be used.
Use a soft cloth.
Rinse and soak up the excess.

For further recommendations for

maintaining the interior, and/or for

any unsatisfactory results, please

see an authorised dealer.

4.19

You should not:

Position objects such as deodorants,

scents etc. near air vents as this could

damage your dashboard trim.

Use high-pressure

cleaning equipment or

sprays inside the pas-

senger compartment:

without careful use, this equipment

could impair the correct functioning

of the electrical or electronic compo-

nents in the vehicle, or have other

detrimental effects.

INTERIOR TRIM MAINTENANCE

(2/2)

Removal/replacing removable

equipment originally fitted in

the vehicle

If you need to remove equipment in

order to clean the passenger com-

partment (for example, mats), always

ensure that they are correctly refitted

and are the right way around (the driv-

er’s mat should be fitted on the driver’s

side, etc.) and fit them with the compo-

nents supplied with the equipment (for

example, the driver mat should always

be fixed using the pre-fitted mounting

components).
With the vehicle stationary, always

ensure that nothing will impede driving

(anything obstructing the pedals, heel

wedged by the mat etc.).

5.1

Section 5: Practical advice

Puncture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.2

Emergency spare wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.2

Tyre inflation kit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.4

Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5.8

Wheels, trim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.10

Changing a wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11

Tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.13

Headlights: changing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.16

Fog lights: changing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.18

Rear lights: changing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.19

Indicator lights: changing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.22

Interior lighting: changing bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.23

Battery: troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.25

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.27

Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.29

Towing: breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.31

Fitting a radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.33

Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.35

Key, radio frequency remote control: battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.36

Operating faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.37

5.2

PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL

(1/2)

To store the wheel in the cage
– Make sure the wheel is correctly po-

sitioned in the cage, valve facing

down.

– Reposition the cage using handle 3

and retighten the nut using span-

ner 1 to refit the assembly.

– Make sure it is correctly locked.

2

3

1

4

In the event of a puncture, there is

either an emergency spare wheel or

tyre inflation kit available, depending on

the vehicle (refer to the information in

the following pages).

Emergency spare wheel 2

This is stored in cage 4 under the floor

at the rear of the vehicle.

To access the emergency spare

wheel

– Open the tailgate.

– Undo the nut with the wheelbrace 1.

– Detach the cage using handle 3.

– Release the emergency spare

wheel.

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system
If under-inflated (puncture, low pres-

sure, etc.), the warning light



lights up on the instrument panel. See

“Tyre pressure loss warning” in

Section 2.

If the vehicle is parked on

the hard shoulder, you must

warn other road users of

your vehicle’s presence

with a warning triangle or with other

devices as per the legislation apply-

ing to the country you are in.

5.3

PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL

(2/2)

If the emergency spare wheel has been stored for several years, have it checked by your Dealer to ensure that it is

safe to use.
Vehicle fitted with an emergency spare wheel that differs from the other wheels:

– Never fit more than one emergency spare wheel to the same vehicle.
– As the punctured wheel is wider than the emergency spare wheel, the vehicle’s ground clearance is reduced.
– Replace the emergency spare wheel as soon as possible with a wheel identical to the original one.
– If wheel bolts are supplied with the emergency spare wheel, it is imperative that they are used and that they are used for the

emergency spare wheel only: refer to the label affixed to the emergency spare wheel.

– When this is fitted to the vehicle, which must only be a temporary measure, the driving speed must not exceed the speed

indicated on the label on the wheel.

– Fitting an emergency spare wheel may alter the way the vehicle usually runs. Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration and

reduce your speed when cornering.

– If you need to use snow chains, fit the emergency spare wheel to the rear axle and check the tyre pressure.

– The warning light



on the instrument panel flashes for several seconds, then stays on.

5.4

TYRE INFLATION KIT

(1/4)

The kit repairs tyres when

tread A has been dam-

aged by objects smaller

than 4 mm. It cannot repair

all types of puncture, such as cuts

larger than 4 mm, or cuts in tyre

sidewall B.
Ensure also that the wheel rim is in

good condition.
Do not pull out the foreign body

causing the puncture if it is still in

the tyre.

Do not attempt to use the

inflation kit if the tyre has

been damaged as a result

of driving with a puncture.

You should therefore carefully check

the condition of the tyre sidewalls

before any operation.
Driving with underinflated, flat or

punctured tyres can be dangerous

and may make the tyre impossible

to repair.
This repair is temporary.
A tyre which has been punctured

should always be inspected (and re-

paired, where possible) as soon as

possible by a specialist.
When taking a tyre which has been

repaired using this kit to be replaced,

you must inform the specialist.
When driving, vibration may be felt

due to the presence of the repair

product injected into the tyre.

The kit is only approved for

inflating the tyres of the ve-

hicle originally equipped

with the kit.

It must never be used to inflate

the tyres of another vehicle, or any

other inflatable object (rubber ring,

rubber boat, etc.).
Avoid spillage on skin when han-

dling the repair product bottle. If

droplets do leak out, rinse them off

with plenty of water.
Keep the repair kit away from chil-

dren.
Do not dispose of the empty bottle

in the countryside. Return it to your

approved dealer or to a recycling or-

ganisation.
The bottle has a limited service

life which is indicated on its label.

Check the expiry date.
Contact an approved dealer to re-

place the inflation tube and repair

product bottle.

A

B

5.5

TYRE INFLATION KIT

(2/4)

Depending on the vehicle, in the event

of a puncture, use the kit located in the

glove box or in the luggage compart-

ment, in rear wheel arch C or D.

Before using this kit, park

the vehicle at a sufficient

distance from traffic, switch

on the hazard warning

lights, apply the handbrake, ask all

passengers to leave the vehicle and

keep them away from traffic.
If the vehicle is parked on the hard

shoulder, you must warn other road

users of your vehicle’s presence

with a warning triangle or with other

devices as per the legislation apply-

ing to the country you are in.

C

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system
If under-inflated (puncture, low pres-

sure, etc.), the warning light



lights up on the instrument panel.

See “Tyre pressure loss warning” in

Section 2.

D

5.6

– after a maximum of 15 minutes,

stop inflating and read the pressure

(on the pressure gauge 2).
Note: while the bottle is emptying

(approximately 30 seconds), the

pressure gauge 2 will indicate briefly

a pressure of 6 bar, then the pres-

sure drops;

– Adjust the pressure: to increase

it, continue inflation with the kit. To

reduce it, press the button 1.

If a minimum pressure of 1.8 bar is

not reached after 15 minutes, repair

is not possible; do not drive the ve-

hicle but contact an approved dealer.

Engine running, parking brake ap-

plied:
– Refer to the information on the infla-

tion kit compressor and follow the in-

structions;

– inflate the tyre to the recommended

pressure (please refer to the infor-

mation in the section on “Tyre pres-

sures”);

TYRE INFLATION KIT

(3/4)

2

1