Renault Fluence (2012 year). Instruction — part 14

5.39

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Anomalies de fonctionnement (X85 - L38 - X38 - Renault)

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OPeratIng Faults

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the starter is activated

POssIBle causes

actIOn requIreD

The engine will not start

(vehicle with RENAULT card).

Starting conditions are not fulfilled.

Refer to the information on “Starting/

stopping the engine” in Section 2.

The hands-free RENAULT card is not de-

tected.

Move the card inside the passenger

compartment.

The hands-free RENAULT card does not

work.

Insert the card in the card reader in order

to start the engine.

Refer to the information on “Starting/

stopping the engine” in Section 2.

It is difficult to start the engine in wet

weather or after washing the vehicle.

Poor ignition, ignition system damp.

Dry the spark plug and coil wires.

The engine is difficult to start when hot.

Faulty carburation (bubbles of vaporised

fuel in the circuit).

Let the engine cool down.

Poor compression.

Consult an approved dealer.

The engine cannot be switched off

(vehicle with RENAULT card).

Electronic fault.

Press the starter button quickly five

times.

The steering column remains locked.

Steering wheel locked.

Move the steering wheel while press-

ing the engine start button (refer to the

information on “Starting the engine” in

Section 2).

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On the road

POssIBle causes

actIOn requIreD

White smoke from the exhaust.

This is not necessarily a fault. Smoke

may be caused by regeneration of the

particle filter.

Refer to the information on “Special fea-

tures of diesel versions” in Section 2.

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.

Coolant boiling in the coolant reservoir.

Mechanical fault: damaged cylinder head

gasket.

Stop the engine.

Contact an approved dealer.

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OPeratIng Faults

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On the road

POssIBle causes

actIOn requIreD

Smoke under the bonnet.

Short circuit or cooling circuit leak.

Stop, switch off the ignition, stand away

from the vehicle and contact an ap-

proved Dealer.

Coolant circuit fault.

Consult an approved dealer.

The oil pressure warning light comes on:

– while turning or braking,

The level is too low.

Top up the engine oil level (refer to the

information on “Engine oil level: topping

up/filling” in Section 4).

– at idle speed,

Low oil pressure.

Consult the nearest approved Dealer.

– is slow to go out or remains lit when

accelerating.

Loss of oil pressure.

Stop the vehicle and contact an ap-

proved Dealer.

Loss of engine power.

Clogged air filter.

Replace the cartridge.

Fuel supply fault.

Check the fuel level.

Faulty spark plugs, incorrect electrode

gaps.

Consult an approved dealer.

Unstable idle speed or the engine stalls. Poor compression (spark plugs, ignition,

air leak).

Consult an approved dealer.

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On the road

POssIBle causes

actIOn requIreD

Steering becomes heavy.

Assistance overheating.

Leave to cool.

Weak or dead battery.

Recharge or replace the battery.

The engine overheats. The coolant tem-

perature warning light comes on (or the

indicator needle is in the red area).

Coolant pump: belt stretched or broken.

Engine cooling fan not working.

Stop the vehicle, switch off the engine

and contact an approved Dealer.

Coolant leaks.

Check the condition of hoses and clips.

Check the coolant reservoir: it should

contain fluid. If it does not, top it up

(once

it has cooled). Take care not to scald

yourself. This action is only temporary;

consult your approved Dealer as soon as

possible.

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radiator: if there is a significant lack of coolant, remember that it must never be topped up using cold coolant while

the engine is very warm. After any procedure on the vehicle which has involved even partial draining of the cooling

system, it must be refilled with a new mixture prepared in the correct proportions. Reminder: only products approved

by our Technical Department may be used for this purpose.

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electrical equipment

POssIBle causes

actIOn requIreD

The wipers do not work.

Wiper blades stuck.

Free the blades before using the wipers.

Broken windscreen wiper fuse.

Consult an approved dealer.

Blown rear screen wiper fuse (intermit-

tent, permanently stopped).

Replace it.

Motor fault.

Consult an approved dealer.

The wiper does not stop.

Faulty electrical controls.

Consult an approved dealer.

Direction indicators flashing more quickly. Blown bulb.

Replace the bulb.

The indicators are

not working.

On one side:

– blown bulb,
– faulty earth connection,

Replace the bulb.
Find the earth wire which is attached to a

metallic part, scrape the end of the earth

wire and reposition carefully.

On both sides:

– fuse blown,

Replace it.

– faulty flasher unit.

Replace: contact an approved dealer.

OPeratIng Faults

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OPeratIng Faults

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electrical equipment

POssIBle causes

actIOn requIreD

The headlights

are not working.

One only:

– blown bulb,

Replace the bulb.

– disconnected wire or incorrectly-posi-

tioned connector,

Check and reconnect the wire or the con-

nector.

– faulty earth connection.

See above.

Both:

– if the circuit is fused.

Check and replace if necessary.

The headlights do not switch off.

Faulty electrical controls.

Consult an approved dealer.

Traces of condensation in the lights.

This is not a fault. The presence of traces

of condensation in lights is a natural phe-

nomenon linked to variations in tempera-

ture.
These traces soon disappear when the

lights are switched on.

6.1

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Sommaire 6 (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Section 6: Technical specifications

Vehicle identification plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.2

Engine identification plates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.3

Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.4

Engine specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.6

Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.7

Towing weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.7

Replacement parts and repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8

Service sheets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.9

Anti-corrosion check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.15

6.2

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Plaques d’identification véhicule (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Vehicle identification plates

Vehicle identification plates

3 GTW (Gross train weight – vehicle

fully loaded, with trailer).

4 MMTA (Maximum permissible

weight) front axle.

5 Maximum permissible weight on rear

axle.

6 Technical specifications of vehicle.

7 Paint reference.

8 Equipment level.

9 Vehicle type.

10 Trim code.

11 Additional equipment specification.

12 Production number.

13 Interior trim code.

the information shown on the ve-

hicle identification plate should be

quoted on all correspondence or

orders.
the presence and location of the in-

formation depends on the vehicle.
Vehicle identification plate A
1 Vehicle type and chassis number.

depending on the vehicle, this in-

formation is also given on mark-

ing B.

2 MMAC (Maximum permissible all-up

weight).

a

B

a

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

12

13

11

technical specifications . . . . . . .(up to the end of the DU)

vehicle identification plates . . . . ...(up to the end of the DU)

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Plaques d’identification (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Engine identification plates

engine identification plates

Quote the information on the identi-

fication plate or label A in all corre-

spondence or when ordering parts.

(Location varies depending on engine)

1 Engine type.

2 Engine suffix.

3 Engine number.

c

1

2

3

a

a

a

a

technical specifications . . . . . . .(up to the end of the DU)

dimensions . . . . . . . . . . ...(up to the end of the DU)

6.4

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Dimensions (en mètre) (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Dimensions

dimensions (in metres)

(1/2)

0,860

2,642

0,793

1.546

4,294

1,479*

* Unladen

1.547

1,785

five door version

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Dimensions (en mètre) (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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dimensions (in metres)

(2/2)

0,907

2,703

1,003

1,545

4,613

1,477 à

1,501*

* Unladen

1.563

2.037

four-door version

a

characteristics of vehicles with low ground clearance A
The ground clearance A of your vehicle is lower than a standard

vehicle. Please bear this in mind when performing manoeuvres

such as parking on a pavement, going over a speed bump, driving

on uneven surfaces and/or snow-covered roads, and adapt your

speed accordingly. Otherwise, you risk damaging your vehicle.

6.6

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Caractéristiques moteurs (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Engine specifications

Versions

1.6 16V

2.0 16V

1.5 dci

engine type

(see engine plate)

K4M

M4R

K9K

cubic capacity (cc)

1,598

1,998

1,461

type of fuel

octane Rating

It is

essential that you use unleaded petrol of the octane rating

stated on the label inside the fuel filler flap.

If not available, for a limited time only, use unleaded fuel:
– with an octane rating of 91 for a label showing 95 or 98;

– with an octane rating of 87 for a label showing 91, 95 or 98.

Diesel

The label located in the

fuel filler flap indicates

authorised fuels.

spark plugs

Only use the spark plugs specified for your vehicle’s engine.

The type should be marked on a label affixed inside the engine

compartment. If it is not then contact your approved dealer.

Fitting spark plugs which are not to specification may damage

the engine.

engine specifications

technical specifications . . . . . . .(up to the end of the DU)

towing a caravan . . . . . . . . ..(up to the end of the DU)

towing weights . . . . . . . . . ..(up to the end of the DU)

weights . . . . . . . . . . . . .(up to the end of the DU)

transporting objects

on the roof . . . . . . . . . ...(up to the end of the DU)

6.7

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Masse en Kg (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Weights

Towing weights

Weights (in kg)

the weights indicated for a basic vehicle without options: they vary depending on the your vehicle’s equipment. consult

your approved dealer.

maximum permissible all-up weight (mmac)

gross train Weight (mtR)

Weights are indicated on the vehicle identification plate (refer to

the information on “Vehicle identification plates” in Section 6)

Braked trailer weight*

found by calculating:

mtR - mmac

Unbraked trailer weight*

650

permissible nose weight*

75

permissible load on the roof with the carrying device

80 kg (including the carrying device)

* towing weight (towing a caravan, boat, etc.)
Towing is prohibited when the MTR - MMAC calculation is equal to zero, or when the MTR is equal to zero (or is not listed) on the

identification plate.

– It is important to comply with the towing weights, governed by local legislation in each country and, in particular, laid down in

the Road Traffic Regulations. Contact an approved Dealer about any towing equipment.

– When towing, under no circumstances may

the total train weight (vehicle + trailer) be exceeded. However the following is

permitted:

– rear axle MMTA exceeded by no more than 15%,

– maximum MMAC exceeded by no more than 10% or 100 kg (whichever is reached first).

In either case, the maximum speed of the vehicle and trailer must not exceed 60 mph (100 km/h) and the tyre pressures must

be increased by 0.2 bar (3 PSI).

– The engine output and climbing capability are reduced with altitude. We recommend that the maximum load be reduced by 10%

at an altitude of 1,000 metres and by an additional 10% for each 1,000 metres thereafter.

technical specifications . . . . . . .(up to the end of the DU)

replacement parts . . . . . . . . .(up to the end of the DU)

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Pièces de rechange et réparations (X76 - Renault)

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Replacement parts and repairs

Original parts are based on strict specifications and are subject to highly-specialised tests. Therefore, they are of at least the same

level of quality as the parts fitted originally.
If you always fit genuine replacement parts to your vehicle, you will ensure that it performs well. Furthermore, repairs carried out

within the manufacturer’s Network using original parts are guaranteed according to the conditions set out on the reverse of the

repair order.

Replacement paRts and RepaiRs

service sheets. . . . . . . . . ...(up to the end of the DU)

maintenance:

mechanical . . . . . . . . . ..(up to the end of the DU)

maintenance:

mileage before service . . . . . (up to the end of the DU)

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Justificatif d’entretien (X06 - X35 - X44 - X45 - X65 - X73 - X81 - X84 - X85 - X90 - X70 - X76 - X83 - X61 - X24 - X77 ph2 - L38 - L43 - L47 - X61 BUp - X33 - Renault)

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Service sheets

seRVice sheets

(1/6)

Date:

Miles (km):

Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

type of operation:

stamp

Service

□

. . . . . . . . . ... □
anticorrosion check:
OK □ Not OK* □

*See specific page

Date:

Miles (km):

Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

type of operation:

stamp

Service

□

. . . . . . . . . ... □
anticorrosion check:
OK □ Not OK* □

*See specific page

Date:

Miles (km):

Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

type of operation:

stamp

Service

□

. . . . . . . . . ... □
anticorrosion check:
OK □ Not OK* □

*See specific page

Vin: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

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Justificatif d’entretien (X06 - X35 - X44 - X45 - X65 - X73 - X81 - X84 - X85 - X90 - X70 - X76 - X83 - X61 - X24 - X77 ph2 - L38 - L43 - L47 - X61 BUp - X33 - Renault)

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seRVice sheets

(2/6)

Vin: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..

Date:

Miles (km):

Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

type of operation:

stamp

Service

□

. . . . . . . . . ... □
anticorrosion check:
OK □ Not OK* □

*See specific page

Date:

Miles (km):

Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

type of operation:

stamp

Service

□

. . . . . . . . . ... □
anticorrosion check:
OK □ Not OK* □

*See specific page

Date:

Miles (km):

Invoice number:

Comments/miscellaneous

type of operation:

stamp

Service

□

. . . . . . . . . ... □
anticorrosion check:
OK □ Not OK* □

*See specific page