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Renault Kangoo Z.E. (2018 year). Manual - part 10

3.24

REAR BENCH SEAT: functions

(2/2)

Use restriction

It is forbidden to drive with a seatback

or a front seat folded down when there

is a passenger occupying a rear seat.

For safety reasons, carry

out any adjustments when

the vehicle is not being

driven.

To raise the seatback

Before raising the seatback, make sure

there are no objects (water bottle, tool

box etc.) which will prevent it from lock-

ing properly.
Raise the seatback and click it into po-

sition. Check that it is correctly locked.

When refitting the seatback,

make sure it is correctly

locked.
If using seat covers, make

sure they do not prevent the seat-

back and seat base latches from

locking in. Ensure that the seat belts

and seat belt fasteners are correctly

positioned.
Reposition the headrests.

Max. weight: 300 kg, evenly distrib-

uted.

3.25

Always position the heavi-

est items directly on the

floor.
Use the lashing points on

the floor of the luggage compart-

ment, if these are fitted to the vehi-

cle.
The luggage should be loaded in

such a way that no items will be

thrown forward and strike the occu-

pants if the driver has to brake sud-

denly.
Fasten the rear seat belts, even if

the seats are not occupied.

TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE BOOT

(1/2)

Always position the objects trans-

ported so that the largest surface is

against:

– the rear bench seatbacks, for

normal loads;

– the front seats for maximum loads.

Always position the heaviest items di-

rectly on the floor.

3.26

TRANSPORTING OBJECTS IN THE BOOT

(2/2)

/TOWING

If the towbar ball obscures the regis-

tration plate or the rear fog lights, it

should be removed when not in use.
In all cases, comply with local leg-

islation.

A = 784 mm.

Permissible nose weight, maxi-

mum permissible towing weight,

braked and unbraked: refer to

the information on “Weights” in

Section 6.

Choice and fitting of towing

equipment

Maximum weight of towing equip-

ment: 24 kg
For fitting and conditions of use,

refer to the equipment’s fitting in-

structions.

Please keep these instructions with

the rest of the vehicle documenta-

tion.

4.1

Section 4: Maintenance

Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.2

Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4

coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.4

brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.5

windscreen washer reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.5

12 volt battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.6

Tyre pressure. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4.8

Bodywork maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.10

Interior trim maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.13

4.2

BONNET

(1/2)

Do not do any work under

the bonnet when the vehicle

is charging or when the igni-

tion is switched on.

To open the bonnet, pull the handle 1.

Unlocking the bonnet catch

To open, push tab 2 to the left as you

open the bonnet.

Opening the bonnet

Lift the bonnet, helping it up, and it will

rest in position with the help of struts.

Do not press down on the

bonnet: there is a risk that

the bonnet may accidentally

close.

When working in the engine

compartment, ensure that

the windscreen wiper stalk

is in the park position.

Risk of injury.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. The engine

cooling fan may also start

at any moment. The



warning

light in the engine compartment re-

minds you of this.
Risk of injury.

4.3

Ensure that the bonnet is

properly locked.
Check that nothing is pre-

venting the catch from lock-

ing (gravel, cloth, etc.).

BONNET

(2/2)

Closing the bonnet

Check that nothing has been left in the

engine compartment.

To close the bonnet again, hold the

bonnet in the middle and lower it to 30

cm above the closed position, then re-

lease it.

After carrying out any work

in the engine compart-

ment, check that nothing

has been left behind (cloth,

tools, etc.).

These may damage the engine or

cause a fire.

In the event of even a slight

impact involving the radia-

tor grille or bonnet, have

the bonnet lock checked by

an approved dealer as soon as pos-

sible.

4.4

Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for

your vehicle.

LEVELS

(1/2)



Coolant

With the engine switched off and on

level ground, the level when cold must

be between the “MINI” and “MAXI”

marks on the coolant reservoir 1 and 2.

Top this level up when cold before it

reaches the MIN mark.

Checking intervals
Check the coolant level regularly

(very severe damage is likely to be

caused to the engine if it runs out of

coolant).
If the level needs to be topped up, only

use products approved by our Technical

Department which ensure:
– protection against freezing;
– anticorrosion protection of the cool-

ing system.

No operations should be

carried out on the cooling

circuit when the engine is

hot.

Risk of burns.

Consult your approved dealer at

once if you notice an abnormal or

repeated drop in any of the fluid

levels.

Do not do any work under

the bonnet when the vehicle

is charging or when the igni-

tion is switched on.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. The engine

cooling fan may also start

at any moment. The



label

in the engine compartment reminds

you of this.
Risk of injury.

4.5



Windscreen washer

reservoir

Topping up

– Open cap 4;

– 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.

Level 3
It is normal for the level to drop as

the linings become worn, but it should

never drop below the “MINI” warning

line.
If you wish to check the disc and drum

wear yourself, you should obtain the

document explaining the checking pro-

cedure from our network or from the

manufacturer’s website.

Topping up
After any operation on the hydraulic cir-

cuit, a specialist must replace the fluid.
Only use fluids approved by our

Technical Department (and taken from

a sealed container).

Replacement intervals
Refer to the Maintenance Document for

your vehicle.

Consult your approved dealer at

once if you notice an abnormal or

repeated drop in any of the fluid

levels.



Brake fluid

This should be checked frequently,

and immediately if you notice even the

slightest loss in braking efficiency.
The level should be read with the engine

switched off and on level ground.

LEVELS

(2/2)

4.6

Maintenance/replacement

Refer to the Maintenance Document for

your vehicle.
Never open the battery cover 1.
The charge status of the 12V battery

can decrease, especially if you use

your vehicle:

– when the exterior temperature drops;

– after extended use of energy-con-

suming devices (radio etc.) with the

engine switched off.

12 VOLT BATTERY

(1/2)

For your own safety and for

the proper operation of the

vehicle’s electrical equip-

ment (lights, windscreen

wipers, ABS, etc.), any interven-

tion on the secondary 12 V battery

(removal, disconnection, etc.) must

categorically be performed by a

specialist professional.

Risk of serious burns or electric

shocks.

Respect categorically the replace-

ment intervals (without exceeding

them) as stated in the maintenance

document.

The battery is a specific type.

Please ensure it is replaced with the

same type.

Contact an Authorised Dealer.

4.7

A 2

Label A

Observe the indications on the battery:

– 2 naked flames and smoking are for-

bidden;

– 3 eye protection required;

– 4 keep away from children;

– 5 explosive materials;

– 6 refer to the handbook;

– 7 corrosive materials.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. The engine

cooling fan may also start

at any moment. The



warning

light in the engine compartment re-

minds you of this.
Risk of injury.

12 VOLT BATTERY

(2/2)

Do not do any work under

the bonnet when the vehicle

is charging or when the igni-

tion is switched on.

4.8

B : tyre pressures for the front wheels

(non-motorway).
C : tyre pressures for the rear wheels

(non-motorway).
D : tyre pressures for the front wheels

(motorway).
E : tyre pressures for the rear wheels

(motorway).

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.

TYRE PRESSURE (1/2)

Vehicle used fully laden

(Maximum Permissible

All-up Weight) and

towing a trailer

The maximum speed must be lim-

ited to 49.6 mph (80 km/h) and the

tyre pressure increased by 0.2 bar.
Please refer to the information on

“Weights” in Section 6.
Risk of tyre blowouts.

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.

4.9

TYRE PRESSURES (2/2)

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.

4.10

BODYWORK MAINTENANCE

(1/3)

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.

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.

Withdraw the vegetable falls (resin, film

etc.) from the vehicle regularly.

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.
Respect local regulations about wash-

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

hicle on a public highway).
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.

4.11

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.

4.12

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.

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).

Washing the vehicle
Never wash the engine

compartment, the charging

connection or the traction

battery with a high-pressure jet.
This risks damaging the electric cir-

cuit.
Never wash the vehicle while it is

charging.
Risk of electric shock and a risk to

life.

Vehicles with a matte paint

finish

This type of paint requires certain pre-

cautions.

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

Rub too hard.

Wash the vehicle in a roller-type car

wash.

Wash the vehicle using a high-pressure

device.

Attach stickers to the paintwork (risk of

leaving marks).

Wash the vehicle

using a high-pressure

cleaning device.

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

of water, using a soft cloth or a gentle

sponge.

4.13

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.

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