Renault Kangoo VAN Z.E. (2012 year). Instruction — part 7

2.10

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

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Depending on the vehicle, this is com-

posed of:

– of the ABS (anti-lock braking

system);

– electronic stability program (ESC)

with understeer control and trac-

tion control;

– emergency brake assist;

– hill start assistance.

In an emergency, apply firm and

continuous pressure to the brake

pedal. There is no need to pump

it repeatedly. The ABS will modu-

late the force applied in the braking

system.

These functions are an ad-

ditional aid in the event of

critical driving conditions,

enabling the vehicle behav-

iour to be adapted to suit the driving

conditions.
However, the functions do not take

the place of the driver. They do

not increase the vehicle’s limits

and should not encourage you

to drive more quickly. Therefore,

they can under no circumstances

replace the vigilance or responsibil-

ity of the driver when manoeuvring

the vehicle (the driver must always

be ready for sudden incidents which

may occur when driving).

Your braking systems

are partially operational.

However, it is dangerous

to brake suddenly and

it is essential to stop immediately,

as soon as traffic conditions allow.

Contact an approved dealer.

ABS (anti-lock braking

system)

Under heavy braking, the ABS prevents

the wheels from locking, allowing the

stopping distance to be managed and

keeping control of the vehicle.
Under these circumstances, the vehi-

cle can be steered to avoid an obstacle

whilst braking. In addition, this system

can increase stopping distances, par-

ticularly on roads with low surface grip

(wet ground etc.).

You will feel a pulsation through the

brake pedal each time the system is

activated. The ABS does not in any way

improve the vehicle’s physical perform-

ance relating to the road surface and

roadholding. It is still essential to follow

the rules of good driving practice (such

as driving at a safe distance from the

vehicle in front, etc.).

Operating faults:

– If the

x

warning light on the in-

strument panel comes on while driv-

ing, braking is still operational;

– If the

x

and

D

warning

lights on the instrument panel come

on when driving, this indicates a

fault with the braking system.

In such cases, ABS, ESC and emer-

gency brake assist are also deactivated

and, depending on the vehicle, the

messages “CHECK ABS”, “BRAKES

TO BE CHECKED” and “CHECK ESC”

appear on the instrument panel.
Consult an approved dealer.

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DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

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Electronic stability program

ESC with understeer control

and traction control

Electronic stability control ESC
This system helps you to keep control

of the vehicle in critical driving condi-

tions (avoiding an obstacle, loss of grip

on a bend, etc.).

Operating principle

A sensor in the steering wheel detects

the direction selected by the driver.
Other sensors throughout the vehicle

measure the actual direction.
The system compares driver input to

the actual trajectory of the vehicle and

corrects the trajectory if necessary by

controlling the braking of certain wheels

and/or engine power. In the event that

the system is engaged, indicator light

flashes on the instrument panel.

Understeer control
This system optimises the action of the

ESC in the case of pronounced under-

steer (loss of front axle road holding).

Traction control
This system helps to limit wheelspin of

the drive wheels and to control the ve-

hicle when pulling away accelerating or

decelerating.
Operating principle

Using the wheel sensors, the system

measures and compares the speed of

the drive wheels at all times and slows

down their over-rotation. If a wheel is

starting to slip, the system brakes au-

tomatically until the drive supplied be-

comes compatible with the level of grip

under the wheel again.
The system also adjusts the engine

speed to the grip available under the

wheels, independently of the pressure

exerted on the accelerator pedal.

Operating faults
When the system detects an operating

fault the message “CHECK ESC” and
warning light

©

appear on the in-

strument panel. In this case, the ESC

and traction control system are deacti-

vated.
Consult an approved dealer.

2.12

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.

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. Please

consult an authorised dealer.

DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

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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 ve-

hicle from rolling forwards or back-

wards.
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 and/or on hills.
Risk of serious injury.

2.13

The speed limiter function helps you

stay within the driving speed limit that

you choose, known as the limit speed.

CRUISE CONTROL, SPEED LIMITER: speed limiter function

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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 Speed limiter activation, memory

and increase (+).

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

limited speed memory) (O).

5 Activation and recall of memorised

limit speed (R).

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CRUISE CONTROL, SPEED LIMITER: speed limiter function

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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 resistance point).
Whilst the speed is being exceeded,

the cruising speed displayed on the in-

strument panel flashes.
Then, release the accelerator: the

speed limiter function will return as

soon as you reach a speed lower than

the stored speed.

Limited speed cannot be maintained
If driving up or 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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CRUISE CONTROL, SPEED LIMITER: speed limiter

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Putting the function on

standby

The speed limiter function is suspended

when you press switch 4 (O). In this

case, the limit speed remains stored

and the message “SPEED MEMORY”

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 deacti-

vated when you press switch 1. In this

case, the speed is no longer stored.

The orange instrument panel warning
light

goes out, confirming that the

function is stopped.

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2.16

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 18 mph (30 km/h).

CRUISE CONTROL, SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function

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The cruise control function

is in no way linked to the

braking system.

This function is an addi-

tional driving aid. However,

the function 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

cruising speed (R).

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2.17

Switching on

Press switch 1 side

.

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.

Important: you are never-

theless advised to keep

your feet close to the pedals

in order to react if neces-

sary.

CRUISE CONTROL, SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function

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Driving

Once a cruising speed is memorised

and the cruise control function is active,

you may lift your foot off the accelera-

tor pedal.

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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

instrument panel and warning light 7 lit

green, as well as warning light 6.

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The cruise control switches to standby each time the ECO mode is activated or

deactivated. Please refer to the information on “ECO mode function” in Section 2.

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CRUISE CONTROL, SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function

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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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2.19

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 can be re-

called by pressing button 5 (R), on con-

dition that you are driving faster than

approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) and

that you are sure that the driving condi-

tions are suitable (traffic, road surface

condition, weather conditions, etc.).
NB: 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 function is

put on standby, pressing switch 2

(+) reactivates the cruise control

function 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;

– move to neutral position;

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

stored.
Standby is confirmed when the green

warning light goes out and the

“stored” message appears on the in-

strument panel.

CRUISE CONTROL, SPEED LIMITER: cruise control function

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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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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.
NB: make sure that the ultrasonic sen-

sors are not obscured (by dirt, mud,

snow, etc.).

PARKING DISTANCE CONTROL

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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 look out for sudden hazards during driving: always

ensure that there are no moving obstacles (such as a child, animal, pram or bi-

cycle, etc.) or small, narrow objects such as stones or posts in your path when

manoeuvring.

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2.21

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

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Operating faults

When the system detects an operating

fault there will be a 3-second contin-

uous beep as a warning. Please see an

authorised dealer.

In the event 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.

3.1

Section 3: Your comfort

Air vents: air outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.2

Air conditioning, heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.4

Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.7

Additional heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.9

Air conditioning: information and advice on use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.11

Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.12

Sun visor/Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.14

Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15

Half-opening window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.16

Ashtrays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.17

Passenger compartment storage space and fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.18

Rear bench seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.21

Transporting objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.24

in the boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.24

Towbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3.25

Luggage net. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.26

Multimedia equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.27

3.2

AIR VENTS: air outlets

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1 Demister outlets, side windows.

2 Side air vents.

3 Demisting outlets for the windscreen.

4 Centre air vents.

5 Footwell vents.

6 Control panel

3.3

Centre air vents

Settings

Air flow:
Move the control knob 7 (beyond the

resistance point).

Air distribution:
Right/left: move tabs 8.
Up/down: guide the air vent up or down.

AIR VENTS: air outlets

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Side air vents

Settings

Air flow:
Move the control knob 10 (beyond the

resistance point).

Air distribution:
Right/left: move tab 9.
Up/down: guide the air vent up or down.

Do not add anything to the

vehicle’s ventilation circuit

(for example, to remove

bad odours).

There is a risk of damage or of

fire.

To remove bad odours from your ve-

hicles, only use the systems designed

for this purpose. Consult an approved

Dealer.

3.4

Switching air conditioning on

or off

The air conditioning is switched on (in-

dicator light illuminated) or off (indicator

light extinguished) using button 6.
The air conditioning system is used

for:
– lowering the temperature inside the

passenger compartment;

– eliminating condensation more

quickly.

The air conditioning does not operate

when the exterior temperature is low.

5 -

Heated rear screen and heated

door mirror de-icer and demisting

control and warning light.

6 -

Air conditioning operation control

and indicator light (depending on

vehicle).

7 -

Stopping heating. In the stop posi-

tion, heating no longer uses up any

energy.

Information and advice for use:
Refer to information on “Air condition-

ing: information and advice on use”.

The controls

1 -

Air recirculation control.

2 -

Adjusting the air temperature and

selecting the heating and air-condi-

tioning programming.

3 -

Adjusting the ventilation fan speed.

4 -

Adjusting air distribution in the pas-

senger compartment.

HEATING, AIR-CONDITIONING

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