Renault Express (2022 year). Manual in english — page 11

PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (3/4)

Emergency spare wheel 7

To access emergency spare wheel 7

- from the outside of the vehicle, pull

- Open the boot lid;

the wheel in order to access the

It is located under the floor at the rear

– remove the blanking cover 6;

handle 11;

of the vehicle. In the event of a punc-

– only use the wheel brace 1 (using

- turn the handle 11 (movement B)

ture if your vehicle is fitted with a towbar

a different tool could damage the

in order to free the cable from the

and/or if the luggage compartment

mechanism) to unroll the retaining

part 9;

is loaded, to remove the emergency

cable. Unscrew the nut in a clock-

- lift the part 9 from the wheel 7;

spare wheel from its winch you must lift

wise direction (movement A), and

- remove the part 9 via the slot 10;

the vehicle using a jack at the jacking

the wheel will lower to the ground;

- stand the wheel up, pass the cable

point nearest the wheel.

and the component 8 through the

wheel rim and release the wheel.

Do not touch the exhaust.

Risk of burns.

5.4

PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (4/4)

To refit the wheel 7

From the luggage compartment, tighten

As the punctured wheel

To carry out this operation, the cable

the nut fully in an anti-clockwise direc-

is wider than the emer-

must be unwound.

tion (movement C) in order to wind up

gency spare wheel, when

- Stand the wheel up with the valve 12

the retaining cable, ensuring that the

you place the punctured

towards you.

wheel remains horizontal and the cable

wheel in the emergency spare

- Thread the cable and the compo-

taut.

wheel bay, the vehicle’s ground

nent 8 through the wheel rim.

Final tightening must be carried out with

clearance is reduced. To pre-

- Position wheel valve 12 towards the

the spanner 1 in the horizontal position.

vent damage, proceed carefully

ground.

Refit the 6 blanking cover.

when driving over raised sections

- Insert the cable in the slot 10 up to

of road and when dismounting

the centre of the part 9.

pavements When this is fitted to

- Insert the part 9 into the wheel 7.

the vehicle, which must only be

- Turn the handle 11 (movement D) to

a temporary measure, the driv-

lock the cable.

ing speed must not exceed the

speed indicated on the label on

the wheel.

5.5

TYRE PRESSURE KIT (1/3)

Do not attempt to use the

The kit is only approved for

inflation kit if the tyre has

inflating the tyres of the ve-

been damaged as a result

hicle originally equipped

of driving with a puncture.

with the kit.

You should therefore carefully check

It must never be used to inflate

the condition of the tyre sidewalls

the tyres of another vehicle, or any

before any operation.

other inflatable object (rubber ring,

rubber boat, etc.).

Driving with underinflated, flat or

punctured tyres can be dangerous

Avoid spillage on skin when han-

and may make the tyre impossible

dling the repair product bottle. If

to repair.

droplets do leak out, rinse them off

with plenty of water.

This repair is temporary

Keep the repair kit away from chil-

A tyre which has been punctured

dren.

should always be inspected (and re-

paired, where possible) as soon as

Do not dispose of the empty bottle

The kit repairs tyres with

possible by a specialist.

in the countryside. Return it to your

tread A damaged by ob-

approved dealer or to a recycling or-

jects smaller than 4 mm. It

When replacing a tyre repaired with

ganisation.

cannot repair all types of

this kit, you must consult a special-

puncture, such as cuts of more than

ist. When driving, vibration may be

The bottle has a limited service

4 mm, or cuts in tyre sidewall B etc.

felt due to the presence of the repair

life which is indicated on its label.

product injected into the tyre.

Check the expiry date.

Ensure also that the wheel rim is in

good condition.

Contact an approved dealer to re-

place the inflation tube and repair

Do not pull out the foreign body

product bottle.

causing the puncture if it is still in

the tyre.

5.6

TYRE PRESSURE KIT (2/3)

With the engine running and the

If a minimum pressure of 1.8 bar is

parking brake applied,

not reached after 15 minutes, repair

–

Disconnect any accessories previ-

is not possible; do not drive the ve-

ously connected to the vehicle’s ac-

hicle but contact an approved dealer.

cessories sockets;

refer to the information on the in-

flation kit compressor located in

the luggage compartment of the ve-

hicle and follow the instructions;

inflate the tyre to the recommended

pressure ➥ 4.14 ;

after a maximum of 15 minutes, stop

Before using this kit, park

inflating and read the pressure (on

the vehicle at a sufficient

pressure gauge 2).

distance from traffic, switch

Note: while the bottle is emptying

on the hazard warning

(approximately

30 seconds), the

lights, apply the handbrake, ask all

Depending on the vehicle, in the event

passengers to leave the vehicle and

pressure gauge 2 will briefly indicate

of a puncture, use the kit located in the

keep them away from traffic.

a pressure of 6 bar, then the pres-

boot or underneath the luggage com-

sure drops;

partment carpet.

Adjust the pressure: to increase it,

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

continue inflation with the kit. To

loss warning system

reduce it, press the button 1.

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

If the vehicle is parked on

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

the hard shoulder, you must

warning light appears on the instrument

warn other road users of

panel. ➥ 2.18.

your vehicle’s presence

with a warning triangle or with other

devices as per the legislation apply-

ing to the country you are in.

5.7

TYRE PRESSURE KIT (3/3)

- Start immediately and drive at a

speed between 12 to 37 mph (20 to

60 km/h) in order to distribute the

product evenly in the tyre; after driv-

Please be aware that a

ing a distance of 2 miles (3 km), stop

poorly tightened or miss-

and check the pressure.

ing valve cap can make the

- If the pressure is higher than 1.3 bar

tyres less airtight and may

but lower than the recommended

lead to pressure loss.

pressure (refer to the label affixed to

Always use valve caps identical to

the edge of the driver’s door), adjust

those fitted originally and tighten

it. Otherwise, contact an approved

them fully.

dealer: the tyre cannot be repaired.

Precautions when using the

kit

Once the tyre is correctly inflated,

The kit should not be operated for more

remove the kit: unclip the inflation

than 15 consecutive minutes.

adapter slowly from the container 3 to

The container must be replaced after

Following repair with the kit,

prevent any product spatter and store

the first use even if liquid remains

do not travel further than

the container in plastic packaging to

inside.

120 miles (200 km). In addi-

prevent product leaks.

tion, reduce your speed and

- Affix the driving recommendation

under no circumstances exceed

label (located under the container) to

48 mph (80 km/h). The sticker,

the dashboard where the driver can

which you must affix in a prominent

see it.

position on the dashboard, reminds

- Put the kit away.

you of this.

Nothing should be placed

- At the end of this initial inflation op-

Depending on the country or local

around the driver’s feet

eration, air will still escape from the

legislation, a tyre repaired with the

as such objects may slide

tyre. You must drive a short distance

inflation kit may need to be replaced.

under the pedals during

in order to seal the hole.

sudden braking manoeuvres and

obstruct their use.

5.8

TOOLS

Wheelbrace 4

This locks and unlocks the wheel bolts

and the access to emergency spare

wheel.

Tow eye 3

➥ 5.37

Accessing the tools

Hubcap tool 2

The presence of the tools depends on

This tool is used to remove the wheel

the vehicle.

trims. Located behind the jack.

The tools are located in the luggage

compartment.

Jack 1

To use the jack, unscrew nut 5. When

replacing the jack, fold it down correctly

Do not leave the tools unsecured inside the vehicle as they may come

(being sure to put the handle back in

loose under braking. After use, make sure the tools are correctly posi-

position) and replace it in its housing.

tioned in their mountings: risk of injury.

Tighten the nut 5 to secure the jack.

If 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.

The jack is designed for wheel changing purposes only. Under no circumstances

should it be used for carrying out repairs underneath the vehicle or to gain access

to the underside of the vehicle.

5.9

WHEEL TRIMS

Wheel trim with concealed

Wheel trim 3

Central wheel trim with

wheel bolts

visible wheel bolts

Remove using hubcap tool 1 (located in

(Wheel trim 4)

Remove the wheel trim using hubcap

the tool kit) by engaging the hook in the

tool 1, (located in the tool kit) by en-

opening near the edge of the trim.

The bolts are directly accessible.

gaging the hook in the opening near

To refit, position the trim attachments

valve 2.

facing the wheel attachments and

To refit the wheel trim, align it with

press hard in the middle of the trim to

valve 2. Push the retaining hooks in fully,

clip it to the wheel.

starting on the side of valve A, followed

by B and C, finishing at Dopposite the

valve.

5.10

CHANGING A WHEEL (1/2)

Vehicles equipped with a jack

Place the jack 4 horizontally; the jack

head must be lined up with the sill 1

and wheelbrace

closest to the wheel concerned, as

If necessary, remove the hubcap.

shown by arrow 2.

Use the wheelbrace 3 to slacken off

Crank up the jack 4 by hand at first to

the wheel bolts. Fit it so that you press

align the base plate (which should be

downwards rather than pulling up-

inclined further inwards than the jack

wards.

head).

Continue to crank the jack so that the

baseplate is correctly positioned

(it

should be underneath the vehicle and

aligned with the jack head).

Turn the wheelbrace until the wheel lifts

off the ground.

Switch on the hazard warn-

ing lights.

Keep the vehicle away from

traffic and on a level surface

where it will not slip.

If the vehicle is parked on

the hard shoulder, you must

Apply the parking brake and engage

warn other road users of

a gear (first or reverse).

your vehicle’s presence

Ask all passengers to leave the ve-

with a warning triangle or with other

To prevent any risk of injury

hicle and keep them away from traf-

devices as per the legislation apply-

or damage to the vehicle,

fic.

ing to the country you are in.

only crank the jack until the

wheel you are replacing is

a maximum of 3 centimetres off the

ground.

5.11

CHANGING A WHEEL (2/2)

Undo the bolts and take off the wheel.

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system

Fit the emergency spare wheel on the

central hub and turn it to locate the

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

mounting holes in the wheel and the

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

hub.

warning light appears on the instrument

Tighten the bolts, checking that the

panel. ➥ 2.18.

wheel is correctly positioned on its hub.

Lower the jack.

With the wheel on the ground, tighten

the bolts fully and have the tightness of

the bolts checked and the emergency

spare wheel pressure checked as soon

as possible.

Do not leave the tools un-

secured inside the vehicle

as they may come loose

under braking. After use,

make sure the tools are correctly

positioned in their mountings: risk

of injury.

If bolts are supplied with the emer-

gency 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.

If you have a puncture, re-

The jack is designed for wheel

place the wheel as soon

Anti-theft bolt

changing purposes only. Under no

as possible. A tyre which

circumstances should it be used for

If you use anti-theft bolts, please

has been punctured should

carrying out repairs underneath the

refer to the instructions given on

always be inspected (and repaired,

vehicle or to gain access to the un-

the interior of the wheel trim to po-

where possible) by a specialist.

derside of the vehicle.

sition the bolts (wheel trim may not

be able to fit).

5.12

TYRES (1/3)

Tyre and wheel safety

When the tyre tread has been worn to

the level of the wear indicators, they

The tyres are the only contact between

become visible 2: it is then necessary

the vehicle and the road, so it is essen-

to replace your tyres because the tread

tial to keep them in good condition.

rubber is 1.6 mm deep at most, re-

You must make sure that your tyres

sulting in poor road-holding on wet

conform to local road traffic regulations.

roads.

An overloaded vehicle, long journeys

by motorway, particularly in very hot

weather, or continual driving on poorly

surfaced minor roads will lead to more

rapid tyre wear and affect safety.

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

Maintaining the tyres

should be used on a single axle.

The tyres must be in good condition

They must either have a load ca-

and the tread form must have sufficient

pacity and speed rating at least

depth; tyres approved by our Technical

equal to those of the original

Department have wear warning strips 1

tyres, or be recommended by an

which are indicators moulded into

authorised dealer.

the tread at several points.

Failure to heed these instructions

Incidents which occur when

could endanger your safety and

driving, such as striking the

affect your vehicle’s roadworthi-

kerb, may damage the tyres

ness.

and wheel rims, and could

Risk of loss of control of the ve-

also lead to misalignment of the

hicle.

front or rear axle geometry.

In this case, have the condition of

these checked by an approved

dealer.

5.13

TYRES (2/3)

Tyre pressures

Pressures should be checked when the

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

tyres are cold; ignore higher pressures

loss warning system

Adhere to the tyre pressures (including

which may be reached in hot weather

the emergency spare wheel). The tyre

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

or following a fast journey.

pressures should be checked at least

tures, under-inflation, etc.), the 

once a month and additionally before

If tyre pressures cannot be checked

warning light appears on the instrument

any long journey (refer to the label af-

when the tyres are cold, assume an in-

panel. ➥ 2.18.

fixed to the edge of the driver’s door).

crease of 0.2 to 0.3 bar.

Never deflate a hot tyre.

Incorrect tyre pressures

lead to abnormal tyre wear

and unusually hot running.

These are factors which

may seriously affect safety and lead

to:

- poor road holding,

- risk of bursting or tread separa-

tion.

Please be aware that a

The pressure depends on the load

poorly tightened or miss-

and the speed of use. Adjust the

ing valve cap can make the

pressure according to the condi-

tyres less airtight and lead

tions of use (refer to the label affixed

to pressure loss.

to the edge of the driver’s door).

Always use valve caps identical to

those fitted originally and tighten

them fully.

5.14

TYRES (3/3)

Changing wheels around

Use in winter

“Snow”or “Winter” tyres

This practice is not recommended.

We would recommend that these be

Chains

fitted to all four wheels to ensure that

For safety reasons, fitting snow

your vehicle retains maximum adhe-

Emergency spare wheel

chains to the rear axle is strictly for-

sion.

➥ 5.2, ➥ 5.11.

bidden.

Warning: These tyres sometimes have

Chains must not be fitted to tyres

a specific direction of rotation and a

which are larger than those originally

maximum speed index which may be

Fitting new tyres

fitted to the vehicle.

lower than the maximum speed of your

vehicle.

Studded tyres

Chains may only be fitted

This type of equipment may only be

to tyres of the same size

used for a limited period and as laid

as those originally fitted to

down by local legislation.

your vehicle.

It is necessary to observe the speed

For safety reasons, this op-

Only certain chains can be fitted to

specified by current legislation.

eration must be carried out

tyres. Consult an approved dealer.

These tyres must, at a minimum, be

by a specialist.

fitted to the two front wheels.

Special note for versions fitted

Fitting different tyres may

with 16” wheels: snow chains

change your vehicle as follows:

may not be fitted.

- it may mean that your vehicle no

If you wish to fit snow chains, you

longer conforms to current regu-

must use special equipment.

lations;

Consult your approved dealer.

- It may change the way it handles

when cornering;

- It may cause the steering to be

In all cases, we would recommend

heavy;

that you contact an approved dealer

- it may affect the use of snow

who will be able to advise you on

chains.

the choice of equipment which is

most suitable for your vehicle.

5.15

HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (1/2)

Direction indicators

Turn the bulb holder 2 a quarter of a

turn and take out the bulb.

Type of bulb: PY21W.

To comply with current legislation, or

Dipped beam headlights

Main beam headlights

as a precaution, you can obtain an

emergency kit from your approved

Remove cover A.

Remove cover B.

dealer containing a set of spare

Tilt bulb holder 3 to release it and then

Tilt bulb holder 1 to release it and then

bulbs and fuses.

replace the bulb.

Type of bulb: H7.

Do not touch the bulb glass. Hold it

After replacing the bulb, please ensure

by its base.

Please note when work-

that the lights are adjusted by a profes-

It is essential to use anti-U.V. 55W

ing close to the engine that

sional.

bulbs so as not to damage the plastic

it may be hot. The engine

on the headlights. Mark the bulb’s po-

cooling fan may also start

sition before removal to ensure correct

positioning when replacing.

at any moment. The 

label

When the bulb has been changed,

in the engine compartment reminds

make sure you refit the cover correctly.

you of this.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

Risk of injury.

replaced.

Risk of injury.

5.16

HEADLIGHTS: changing bulbs (2/2)

Before carrying out any

action in the engine com-

partment, you must switch

off the ignition. ➥ 2.3.

Daytime running light, front

LED side light 4

Please see an authorised dealer.

Any operation on (or mod-

ification to) the electrical

system must be performed

by an approved dealer

since an incorrect connection might

damage the electrical equipment

(harness, components and in par-

ticular the alternator). In addition,

your Dealer has all the parts re-

quired for fitting these units.

5.17

FOG LIGHTS: changing bulbs

Any operation on (or mod-

ification to) the electrical

system must be performed

by an approved Dealer

since an incorrect connection might

damage the electrical equipment

(harness, components and in par-

ticular the alternator). In addition,

your Dealer has all the parts re-

quired for fitting these units.

Front fog lights 1

Refitting

- Access the bulb holder by releasing

To refit, proceed in the reverse order,

flap 2;

taking care not to damage the wiring.

- turn the bulb holder a quarter turn;

Once the bulb has been replaced,

- remove the bulb.

check that it is properly secured.

Type of bulb: H16.

However, we would advise you to

Please note when work-

have these bulbs replaced by an

ing close to the engine that

Approved Dealer.

it may be hot. In addition,

the engine cooling fan may

come on at any moment. The y

warning light in the engine compart-

ment reminds you of this.

The bulbs are under pres-

To comply with local legislation, or

sure and can break when

Risk of injury.

as a precaution, you can obtain an

replaced.

emergency kit containing a set of

Risk of injury.

spare bulbs and fuses from an ap-

proved Dealer.

5.18

BACK AND SIDE LIGHTS: changing bulbs (1/3)

Direction indicator lights,

Release the light assembly from out-

4 Brake light

side the vehicle by pulling towards the

Bulb type 4 : P21W.

brake and side lights

rear.

5 Indicator light

Undo bolt 1 to remove the light.

Remove the bulb holder 3 by releasing

Bulb type 5: PY21W.

clips 2.

6 Reversing light

Bulb type 6: P21W.

Refitting

7 Fog light

To refit, proceed in the reverse order,

Bulb type 6: P21W.

taking care not to damage the wiring,

and fasten clips 2 on the bulb holder 3.

5.19

BACK AND SIDE LIGHTS: changing bulbs (2/3)

LED 8 side lights

High-level brake light

Bulb type 10 : P21W.

Consult an approved dealer.

Remove the nut 9 and release the

brake light from its housing.

Refitting

To refit, proceed in the reverse order,

taking care not to damage the wiring.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and may break when

replaced.

Risk of injury.

5.20

BACK AND SIDE LIGHTS: changing bulbs (3/3)

Number plate light

Indicator lights 13

Undo screw 11.

Unclip indicator light 13 (using a flat-

blade screwdriver or similar).

Remove the light cover 12 to access

the bulb.

Turn bulb holder 14 a quarter of a turn

and take out the bulb.

Bulb type: W5W.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.

Risk of injury.

5.21

INTERIOR LIGHTS: changing bulbs (1/5)

Front ceiling light 1

Refitting

- Unclip the lens 2 (using a tool such

- Clip the lens 2 on to the bulb holder 3;

as a flat screwdriver), positioned

- clip in the interior lights 1 until the unit

at A;

clicks;

- unclip and release the bulb

- ensure that the interior lights are

holder 3 using the tabs 4;

properly positioned and locked into

- remove the bulb concerned.

place.

Type of bulb 5: W5W.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.

Risk of injury.

5.22

INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing bulbs (2/5)

Front map reading lights 6

Refitting

(depending on the vehicle)

- Clip the lens 7 on to the bulb holder 8;

- Unclip the lens 7 (using a tool such

- clip in the reading spots block 6 until

as a flat screwdriver), positioned

the unit clicks;

at B;

- make sure that the reading spots

- unclip and release the bulb

block is correctly positioned and

holder 8 using the tabs 9;

locked into place.

- remove the bulb concerned.

Type of bulb 10: W5W.

5.23

INTERIOR LIGHTING: changing bulbs (3/5)

Rear reading spot 11

Refitting

(depending on the vehicle)

- Clip the lens

12 on to the bulb

- Unclip the lens 12 (using a tool such

holder 13;

as a flat screwdriver), positioned

- clip in the reading spots block 11 until

at C;

the unit clicks;

- unclip and release the bulb

- make sure that the reading spots

holder 13 using the tabs 14;

block is correctly positioned and

- remove the bulb concerned.

locked into place.

Type of bulb 15: W5W.

The bulbs are under pres-

sure and can break when

replaced.

Risk of injury.

5.24

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