Renault Kangoo (2018 year). Instruction — part 8

2.28

Disabling the traction control

system

(depending on vehicle)
In some situations (driving on very wet

ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with

snow chains fitted), the system may

reduce the engine output to limit wheel-

spin. If this is not required, it is possible

to deactivate the function by pressing

switch 1.

The message “TRACTION CONTROL

OFF” is displayed on the instrument

panel to inform you.

The traction control system offers ad-

ditional safety. It is recommended that

you do not drive with the function di-

sabled. Correct this as soon as pos-

sible by pressing the switch 1 again.
Note: The function is reactivated auto-

matically when the ignition is switched

on or when a speed of approximately

24 mph (40 km/h) is exceeded.

Emergency brake assist

This is an additional system to ABS

which helps reduce vehicle stopping

distances.

Operating principle
The system detects an emergency

braking situation. In this case, the brak-

ing assistance immediately develops

maximum power and may trigger ABS

regulation.
ABS braking is maintained as long as

the brake pedal is not released.

DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(3/5)

Hazard warning lights switching on

Depending on the vehicle, these may

light up in the event of sudden decel-

eration.

Operating faults

When the system detects an operating

fault the message “BRAKING FAULT”

appears on the instrument panel along
with the

©

warning light.

Consult an approved dealer.

Braking anticipation

Depending on the vehicle, when you

rapidly release the accelerator, the

system anticipates the braking ma-

noeuvre in order to reduce stopping

distances.
Special cases

When using the cruise control:

– if you use the accelerator, when you

release it, the system may be trig-

gered;

– if you do not use the accelerator, the

system will not be triggered.

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2.29

DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(4/5)

Grip control

If fitted on the vehicle, grip control

makes it easier to control the vehicle on

low grip surfaces (soft ground, etc.).

“Road” mode
Upon starting up the vehicle, the

“STANDARD HIGHWAY MODE” mes-

sage is displayed on the instrument

panel. Warning light



on the in-

strument panel is out.

This position enables optimal usage

under normal driving conditions (dry-

ness, humidity, light snow, etc.).

“Road” mode uses traction control func-

tions.

“Soft ground” mode
Press switch 1: the indicator light



on the instrument panel comes

on accompanied by the message

“VARIABLE HIGHWAY MODE”.
This position enables optimal usage

on soft ground (mud, sand, dead

leaves, etc.). In this position, engine

speed is left under the driver’s control.

The system automatically switches to

“Road” mode at speeds above 31 mph

(50 km/h), and warning light



on

the instrument panel goes out.

Tyres

When they need to be re-

placed, only tyres of the

same make, size, type and

profile should be used.
Tyres fitted to the vehicle should

either be identical to those fitted

originally or conform to those

recommended by your approved

dealer.

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2.30

DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(5/5)

Hill start assistance

This function assists the driver when

starting on hills. It prevents the vehicle

from rolling backwards, depending on

the slope, by automatically applying the

brakes when the driver lifts his/her foot

off the brake pedal to depress the ac-

celerator pedal.

System operation
It only operates when the gear lever is

in a position other than neutral and the

vehicle is completely stationary (brake

pedal depressed).
The system holds the vehicle for ap-

proximately 2 seconds. The brakes are

then gradually released (the vehicle will

move according to the slope).

The hill start assistance

system cannot completely

prevent the vehicle from

rolling backwards in all sit-

uations (extremely steep gradients

etc.).
In all cases, the driver may depress

the brake pedal to prevent the vehi-

cle from rolling backwards.
The hill start assistance function

should not be used for prolonged

stops: use the brake pedal.
This function is not designed to im-

mobilise the vehicle permanently.
If necessary, use the brake pedal to

stop the vehicle.
The driver must remain particularly

vigilant when driving on slippery or

low-grip surfaces.
Risk of serious injury.

2.31

The speed limiter function helps you

stay within the driving speed limit that

you choose, known as the limit speed.

SPEED LIMITER

(1/3)

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Switching on

Press the side switch 1



. Warning

light



comes on, lit orange, and the

“SPEED LIMITER” message appears

on the instrument panel, accompanied

by dashes to indicate that the speed

limiter function is activated and waiting

to store a limit speed.

To store the current speed, press

switch 2 (+): The limit speed will replace

the dashes.

The minimum stored speed is 20 mph

(30 km/h).

Controls

1 Main “On/Off” switch.
2 Limit speed activation, storage and

increase switch (+).

3 Decreasing the limit speed (-).
4 Speed limiter function standby (with

limited speed memory) (O).

5 Activation and recall of memorised

limited speed (R).

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2.32

SPEED LIMITER

(2/3)

Exceeding the limit speed

It is possible to exceed the limit speed

at any moment. To do this: press the

accelerator pedal firmly and fully

(beyond the kickdown point).
Whilst the speed is being exceeded,

the cruising speed displayed on the in-

strument panel flashes.
Then, release the accelerator pedal:

the speed limiter function will return as

soon as you reach a speed lower than

the stored speed.

Limited speed cannot be maintained
When driving down a steep gradient,

the system is unable to maintain the

limit speed: the stored speed will flash

on the instrument panel information dis-

play to inform you of this situation.

The speed limiter function is

in no way linked to the brak-

ing system.

Driving

When a limited speed has been stored

and this speed is not reached, driving is

similar to driving a vehicle without the

speed limiter function.
Once you have reached the stored

speed, no effort on the accelera-

tor pedal will allow you to exceed

the programmed speed except in an

emergency (refer to information on

“Exceeding the limit speed”).

Varying the limit speed

The limit speed may be changed by re-

peatedly pressing:
– switch 2 (+) to increase the speed;
– switch 3 (-) to decrease the speed.

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2.33

SPEED LIMITER

(3/3)

Putting the function on

standby

The speed limiter function is suspended

when you press switch 4 (O). In this

case, the limited speed remains stored

and the “SPEED MEMORY” message

accompanied by this speed appears on

the instrument panel.

Recalling the limit speed

If a speed has been stored, it can be re-

called by pressing switch 5 (R).

When the speed limiter is put on

standby, pressing switch 2 (+) re-

activates the function without taking

into account the stored speed: it is

the speed at which the vehicle is

moving that is taken into account.

Switching off the function

The speed limiter function is interrupted

when you press switch 1. In this case,

the speed is no longer stored. The in-

strument panel orange indicator light



goes out to confirm that the func-

tion is deactivated.

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2.34

The cruise control function helps you to

maintain your driving speed at a speed

that you choose, called the cruising

speed.
This cruising speed may be set at any

speed above 20 mph (30 km/h).

CRUISE CONTROL

(1/4)

The cruise control function

is in no way linked to the

braking system.

This function is an addi-

tional driving aid. The func-

tion does not take the place

of the driver.

Therefore, it can under no circum-

stances replace the driver’s respon-

sibility to respect speed limits and to

be vigilant (the driver must always

be ready to brake).
Cruise control must not be used in

heavy traffic, on undulating or slip-

pery roads (black ice, aquaplan-

ing, gravel) and during bad weather

(fog, rain, side winds etc.).
There is a risk of accidents.

Controls

1 Main “On/Off” switch.
2 Cruising speed activation, storage

and increase switch (+).

3 Decreasing cruising speed (-).
4 Switch the function to standby (with

cruising speed saved) (O).

5 Activation with recall of saved cruis-

ing speed (R).

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2.35

Driving

Once a cruising speed is memorised

and the cruise control function is active,

you may lift your foot off the accelera-

tor pedal.

Switching on

Press switch 1 on the side showing



.

Indicator light 6 comes on, lit green, and

the message “CRUISE CONTROL” ap-

pears on the instrument panel, accom-

panied by dashes to indicate that the

cruise control function is activated and

waiting to store a cruising speed.

CRUISE CONTROL

(2/4)

Activating cruise control

At a steady speed (above 18 mph

(30 km/h approximately)) press switch 2

or (+): the function is activated and the

current speed is saved.

The cruising speed replaces the dashes

and the cruise control is confirmed by

the appearance of a message on the in-

strument panel and indicator light 7 lit

green, as well as indicator light 6.

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Please note that you must

keep your feet close to the

pedals in order to react in

an emergency.

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2.36

CRUISE CONTROL

(3/4)

Exceeding the cruising speed

The cruising speed may be exceeded

at any time by depressing the accelera-

tor pedal. While it is being exceeded,

the cruising speed flashes on the in-

strument panel.
Then, release the accelerator: after a

few seconds, the vehicle will automati-

cally return to its set cruising speed.

Cruising speed cannot be

maintained
When driving down a steep gradient,

the system is unable to maintain the

cruising speed: the stored speed will

flash on the instrument panel informa-

tion display to inform you of this situ-

ation.

Adjusting the cruising speed

The cruising speed may be changed by

pressing the following repeatedly:
– switch 2 (+) to increase the speed,
– switch 3 (-) to decrease the speed.

The cruise control function

is in no way linked to the

braking system.

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2.37

Switching off the function

The cruise control function is deacti-

vated if you press switch 1: in this case

a speed is no longer stored.
The green



and



indicator lights

on the instrument panel go out, con-

firming that the function is deactivated.

Recalling the cruising speed

If a speed has been stored, it is possi-

ble to recall it by pressing button 5 (R),

on condition that you are driving faster

than 20 mph (30 km/h) and that you are

sure that the road conditions are suit-

able (traffic, road surface condition,

weather conditions, etc.).
Note: if the speed previously stored is

much higher than the current speed,

the vehicle will accelerate more rapidly

to reach this threshold.

When the cruise control is on

standby, pressing the (+) buttons 2

reactivates the cruise control func-

tion without taking into account the

stored speed: it is the speed at

which the vehicle is moving that is

taken into account.

Putting the function on

standby

The function is set to standby if you:

– the brake pedal;

– depress the clutch pedal or shift into

neutral if the vehicle has an auto-

matic gearbox;

– press switch 4 (O).
In all three cases, the cruising speed is

stored.
Standby is confirmed when the green



warning light goes out and the

“SPEED MEMORY” message appears

on the instrument panel.

CRUISE CONTROL

(4/4)

Putting the cruise control

on standby or switching it

off does not cause a rapid

reduction in speed: you

must brake by depressing the brake

pedal.

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2.38

Operating principle

Ultrasonic sensors in the rear bumper

measure the distance between the ve-

hicle and an obstacle.
This measurement is indicated by

beeps which become more frequent the

closer you come to the obstacle, until

they become a continuous beep when

the vehicle is approximately 30 centi-

metres from the obstacle.
Note: make sure that the ultrasonic

sensors are not obscured (by dirt, mud,

snow, condensation etc.).

PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL

(1/2)

Operation

When reverse gear is selected, most

objects which are less than approxi-

mately 1.20 metres from the rear of the

vehicle are detected, a beep sounds

and, depending on the vehicle, the dis-

play 1 comes on.

Note: depending on the vehicle, the

screen 1 shows the vehicle surround-

ings alongside the beeps.

This function is an additional aid that indicates the distance between the

vehicle and an obstacle whilst reversing, using sound signals.
Under no circumstances should it replace the driver’s care or responsibil-

ity whilst reversing.

The driver should always be ready for sudden incidents while driving: always

ensure that there are no small, narrow moving obstacles (such as a child, animal,

pushchair, bicycle, stone, post, etc.) in the blind spot when manoeuvring.

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2.39

Temporary deactivation of

the system

(depending on vehicle)
Press switch 2 to deactivate the system:
The indicator light built into the switch

lights up to remind you that the system

is deactivated.
Pressing the switch again will react-

ivate the system and switch off the in-

dicator light.
The system is automatically reactivated

after the ignition is switched off and the

engine restarted.

PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL

(2/2)

Operating faults

When the system detects an operating

fault, a beep sounds for about 3 sec-

onds as a warning. Consult an ap-

proved dealer

In the event of an impact to

the underside of the vehicle

(e.g. striking a post, raised

kerb or other street furni-

ture) this may result in damage to

the vehicle (e.g. twisted axle), the

electrical circuit or the traction bat-

tery.

To avoid any risk of accident, have

your vehicle checked by an ap-

proved dealer.

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Prolonged deactivation of the

system

You can deactivate the system perma-

nently by pressing and holding switch 2.
The warning light built into the switch

remains lit constantly.
Pressing the switch again will react-

ivate the system and switch off the in-

dicator light.

2.40

REVERSING CAMERA

(1/2)

Operation

Moving into reverse gear, the camera 1

located on the rear hinged door pro-

vides a view of the area behind the

vehicle on the rear-view mirror 2 or,

depending on the vehicle, on the mul-

timedia display 3, accompanied by one

or two (moving and fixed) guide lines 4

and 5.

Note: make sure that the reversing

camera is not obscured (by dirt, mud,

snow, condensation, etc.).

NB: Depending on the vehicle, you can

adjust certain settings from the multi-

media display 3. Refer to the handbook

for the equipment.

This function is an additional aid. It cannot, therefore, under any circum-

stances replace the vigilance or the responsibility of the driver.
The driver should always be ready for sudden incidents while driving:

always ensure that there are no small, narrow moving obstacles (such

as a child, animal, pushchair, bicycle, stone, post, etc.) in the blind spot when

manoeuvring.

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REVERSING CAMERA

(2/2)

The screen shows a reverse image.
The frames are a representation

projected onto flat ground; this in-

formation must not be taken into

account when superimposed on a

vertical object or an object on the

ground.
Objects which appear on the edge

of the screen may be deformed.
In very bright light (snow, vehicle in

sunshine etc.), the camera vision

may be adversely affected.
If the rear doors are open or poorly

closed, the camera display disap-

pears and, depending on the ve-

hicle, the message “BOOT OPEN”

appears.

Dynamic gauge 4 (depending on the

vehicle)

This is shown in blue on the multimedia

display 3. It indicates the vehicle tra-

jectory according to the position of the

steering wheel.

Static guide line 5:

The fixed clearance gauge comprises

coloured markers A, B and C, indicat-

ing the distance behind the vehicle:
– A (red) approximately 30 centime-

tres from the vehicle;

– B (yellow) approximately 70 centi-

metres from the vehicle;

– C (green) approximately 150 centi-

metres from the vehicle.

This gauge remains fixed and indicates

the vehicle trajectory if the wheels are

in line with the vehicle.
This system is initially used with the aid

of several gauges (mobile for trajectory

and fixed for distance). When the red

zone is reached, use the bumper image

to stop accurately.

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B

A

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2.42

AUTOMATIC GEARBOX

(1/3)

Selector lever 1

Display A on the instrument panel

shows the mode and gear selected.
P: park
R: reverse
N: neutral
D: automatic mode (in forwards gear

only)
3 : displays the gear engaged in manual

mode.

Operation

With gear lever 1 in position P, start the

engine.
To move out of position P, you must de-

press the brake pedal before pressing

the unlocking button 2.
With your foot on the brake pedal

(warning light

Ó

4 on the display

goes out), move the lever out of posi-

tion P.
Only engage D or R when the vehicle

is stopped and the engine running,

with your foot on the brake and the

accelerator pedal released.

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Note: depending on the vehicle, when

the selector lever 1 is in a position other

than P, display 3 of the gear selected

flashes. Starting is impossible. Move

the lever 1 to position P, switch on the

ignition.

An impact to the underside

of the vehicle (e.g.: striking

a post, raised kerb or other

street furniture) may result

in damage to the vehicle (e.g.: de-

formation of an axle).
To avoid any risk of accident, have

your vehicle checked by an ap-

proved dealer.

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AUTOMATIC GEARBOX

(2/3)

Driving in manual mode

With the selector lever 1 in position D,

move the lever to the left. Shifting the

lever repeatedly allows you to change

gears manually:

– To move down through the gears,

push the lever backwards;

– To move up through the gears, push

the lever forwards.

The gear selected is displayed on the

instrument panel.

Special cases

Under certain driving conditions (e.g.

engine protection, electronic stability

program (ESP) operational etc.: ESC)

the automatic system may change gear

automatically.

Likewise, to prevent incorrect manoeu-

vres, a gear change may be refused by

the automatic system: in this case the

gear display flashes for a few seconds

as a warning.

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Economical driving

When driving, leave the lever in posi-

tion D, keeping the accelerator pedal

lightly depressed to ensure automatic

gear changes at comparatively low

engine speeds.

Driving in automatic mode

Move lever 1 to position D.
In most traffic conditions, you will not

have to touch the gear selector lever

again: the gears will change automati-

cally at the right time and at the most

suitable engine speed because the au-

tomatic system takes into account the

vehicle load and road contour and ad-

justs itself to the particular driving style

you have chosen.

Accelerating and overtaking

Depress the accelerator pedal firmly

and fully (so that it goes beyond the

kickdown point).
This will enable you to change down

to the optimum gear within the

engine range.