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Renault Arkana (2023 year). Manual in english - page 11

BONNET (1/2)

Opening the bonnet

- Slightly lift the bonnet :

- push the tab 2 towards the left (with-

out lifting the bonnet) to unlock the

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safety mechanism;

- then lift the bonnet.

Note: safety unlocking may not take

place if you lift the bonnet and move the

tab 2 simultaneously.

2

1

Lift the bonnet, guiding it up, and it

will rest in position with the help of two

struts 3.

To open the bonnet, open a door and

Unlocking the bonnet catch

pull the 1 handle, located on the left-

To unlock, push tab 2 at the same time

hand side of the dashboard.

as opening the bonnet.

Before carrying out any

action in the engine com-

Please note when work-

partment, you must switch

ing close to the engine that

off the ignition. ➥ 2.4

it may be hot. The engine

cooling fan may also start

When working in the engine

at any moment. The 

label

compartment, ensure that

in the engine compartment reminds

the windscreen wiper stalk

you of this.

Do not press down on the

is in the park position.

bonnet: there is a risk that

Risk of injury.

Risk of injury.

the bonnet may accidentally

close.

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ENGINE OIL LEVEL: general information

It is normal for an engine to use oil for

Adding engine oil

lubrication and cooling of moving parts

and it is normal to top up the level be-

B

Use a funnel or protect the

tween oil changes.

A

filling neck area to avoid

engine oil escaping on to a

However, contact your approved

hot part of the engine compartment

Dealer if more than 0.5 litres is being

B

or a sensitive part (e.g. electrical

consumed every 600 miles (1,000 km)

A

components).

after the running in period.

B

Fire hazard.

Oil change frequency: check the oil

level from time to time and certainly

C

A

before any long journey to avoid the

risk of damaging your engine.

Reading the oil level

Exceeding the maximum

The oil level should be read with the ve-

– Remove the dipstick and wipe with a

engine oil level

hicle on level ground, after the engine

clean, lint-free cloth;

Under no circumstances

has been switched off for some time.

- push the dipstick in as far as it will go

must the maximum fill

The dipstick must be used to read

(for vehicles equipped with a captype

level B be exceeded: risk of damage

the exact oil level and make sure that

dipstick C, screw the cap in as far as

to the engine and catalytic con-

the maximum level has not been ex-

it will go);

verter.

ceeded (risk of engine damage).

- take out the dipstick again;

If the oil level exceeds the maximum

Depending on the vehicle, the instru-

level, do not start your vehicle and

- read the level: it should never fall

ment panel display only alerts the driver

contact an approved Dealer.

below the “mini” mark A and never

when the oil level is at its minimum.

exceed the “maxi” B mark.

Once the operation has been com-

pleted, ensure that the dipstick is

Before carrying out any

pushed in as far as it will go or that

action in the engine com-

the “cap-type dipstick” is completely

partment, you must switch

screwed in.

off the ignition

➥ 2.4 or

➥ 2.5.

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ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling, oil change (1/2)

- Unscrew cap 1;

- top up the level (capacity between

“mini” and “maxi” of the gauge 2 and

1

between 0.9 to 2 litres according to

the engine);

- wait for approximately 20 minutes to

2

allow the oil to flow into the engine;

- check the level using the dipstick 2

(as described above).

Once the operation has been com-

pleted, ensure that the dipstick is

pushed in as far as it will go or that the

cap-type dipstick is completely screwed

in.

Topping up/filling

Before

carrying

out

any

The vehicle must be parked on level

action in the engine com-

ground and the engine should be cold

partment, you must switch

(for instance, before the engine is

off the ignition.

➥ 2.4 or

started up for the first time in the day).

➥ 2.5.

Adding engine oil

Use a funnel or protect the

filling neck area to avoid

engine oil escaping on to a

hot part of the engine compartment

or a sensitive part (e.g. electrical

Do not exceed the “maxi” level and

components).

do not forget to refit the cap 1 and

Fire hazard.

the dipstick 2.

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ENGINE OIL LEVEL: topping up, filling, oil change (2/2)

Oil change

Filling and/or checking

Service interval: refer to the

the oil level: when topping

Maintenance Service Booklet for your

up or checking the oil level,

vehicle.

ensure that no oil leaks onto

engine components.

Oil change capacity

Exceeding the maximum

Do not forget to properly close the

Please refer to the maintenance doc-

engine oil level

cap and refit the dipstick to prevent

ument for your vehicle, or contact an

and oil spatter on hot enigine com-

Under no circumstances

authorised dealer. Always check the

ponents.

must the maximum fill level

engine oil level using the dipstick, as

be exceeded: risk of damage to the

Fire hazard.

explained previously (it should never

engine and catalytic converter.

fall below the minimum level, or be over

If the oil level exceeds the maximum

the maximum level on the dipstick).

level, do not start your vehicle and

contact an approved Dealer.

Engine oil grade

When working in the engine

Refer to the Maintenance Service

compartment, ensure that

Booklet for your vehicle.

the windscreen wiper stalk

is in the park position.

Risk of injury.

Never run the engine in an

enclosed space as exhaust

gases are poisonous.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

it may be hot. The engine

cooling fan may also start

Engine oil change: if you

at any moment. The 

label

Consult your approved dealer at

are changing the oil when

in the engine compartment reminds

once if you notice an abnormal or

the engine is hot, be careful

you of this.

repeated drop in any of the fluid

not to scald yourself if the

levels.

Risk of injury.

oil overflows.

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LEVELS, FILTERS (1/3)

Frequency of checking coolant level

Replacement interval

Check the coolant level regularly

Refer to the Maintenance Document for

(very severe damage is likely to be

your vehicle.

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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;

When working in the engine

- an anti-corrosion protection for the

compartment, ensure that

cooling system.

the windscreen wiper stalk

is in the park position.

Risk of injury.



Coolant

With the engine switched off and on

level ground, the level when cold must

be between the “MINI” and “MAXI”

Consult your approved dealer at

marks on coolant reservoir 1.

once if you notice an abnormal or

repeated drop in any of the fluid

Top this level up when cold before it

levels.

reaches the MINI mark.

No operations should be

carried out on the cooling

Before carrying out any

circuit when the engine is

action in the engine com-

hot.

partment, you must switch

off the ignition.

➥ 2.4 or

Risk of burns.

➥ 2.5.

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LEVELS, FILTERS (2/3)

Level 2

It is normal for the level to drop as the

brake shoes become worn, but it must

never drop lower than the “MINI" warn-

ing line.

If you wish to check the disc wear your-

self, you should obtain the document

explaining the checking procedure from

2

the manufacturer’s network or website.

Topping up

After any operation on the hydraulic cir-

cuit, a specialist must replace the brake

fluid.

Only use fluids approved by our

Technical Department (and taken from



Brake fluid

a sealed container).

This should be checked frequently,

Replacement interval

and immediately if you notice even the

slightest loss in braking efficiency.

Refer to the Maintenance Document for

your vehicle.

The level should be read with the engine

switched off and on level ground.

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

Consult your approved dealer at

you of this.

once if you notice an abnormal or

Risk of injury.

repeated drop in any of the fluid

levels.

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LEVELS, FILTERS (3/3)

Liquid

Filters

Windscreen washer fluid. In winter, use

The replacement of filter components

anti-freeze product. Use products rec-

(air filter, cabin filter, diesel filter, etc.)

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ommended by an authorised dealer.

is scheduled in the maintenance opera-

tions for your vehicle.

Note: do not use pure water (risk of

damage to the priming pump, limescale

Replacement intervals for filter el-

building up on the pump and the jets).

ements: refer to the Maintenance

Document for your vehicle.

Jets

To adjust the height of the windscreen

washer jets, please consult an author-

ised dealer.

When working in the engine

compartment, ensure that

the windscreen wiper stalk



Windscreen washer

is in the park position.

reservoir

Risk of injury.

Topping up

With the engine switched off, open the

cap 3. Fill until you can see the fluid,

then replace the cap.

Please note when work-

ing close to the engine that

Note: check the reservoir level regu-

it may be hot. The engine

larly and top up the liquid before taking

cooling fan may also start

a trip.

at any moment. The 

label

Before carrying out any

in the engine compartment reminds

action in the engine com-

you of this.

partment, you must switch

Risk of injury.

off the ignition.

➥ 2.4 or

➥ 2.5

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TYRE PRESSURE (1/2)

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

A

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

warning light appears on the instrument

B

panel. ➥ 2.28.

C

D E

A

C

D

E

F

Label A

B: dimension of the tyres fitted to the

vehicle.

Open the driver’s door to read it.

C: intended driving speed.

Tyre pressures should be checked

when the tyres are cold.

D: front tyre pressure.

If the tyre pressures cannot be checked

E: rear tyre pressure.

when the tyres are cold, increase the

F: tyre pressure for the emergency

pressures from 0.2 to 0.3 bar (or 3 PSI).

spare wheel.

Never deflate a hot tyre.

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BATTERY (1/2)

Depending on the vehicle, a system

continuously checks the battery charge

status. If this decreases, the “Battery

1

Now In Standby Mode” message ap-

pears on the instrument panel followed

by “Battery Low Start Engine”. In this

case, start the engine and the message

on the instrument panel will disappear.

Note: the message “Battery Now In

Standby Mode” may be displayed after

5 to 30 minutes of vehicle use with the

engine stopped to warn the user that

power consuming functions (interior

lighting, radio, navigation, ventilation,

accessories power supply, etc.) may be

automatically cut off.

Battery 1 does not require any mainte-

Before

carrying

out

any

nance. You should not open it or add

The charge status of your battery can

action in the engine com-

any fluid.

decrease especially if you use your ve-

partment, you must switch

hicle:

off the ignition. ➥ 2.4 ➥ 2.5.

- for short journeys;

Handle the battery with care

as it contains sulphuric acid

- for driving in town;

which must not come into

- when the temperature drops;

contact with the eyes or

Please note when work-

- after extended use of energy-con-

ing close to the engine that

skin. If it does, wash the affected

suming devices (radio, etc.) with the

it may be hot. In addition,

area with plenty of cold water. If

engine switched off.

the engine cooling fan may

necessary, consult a doctor.

Ensure that naked flames, red hot

start at any moment. The 

objects and sparks do not come into

warning light in the engine compart-

contact with the battery as there is a

ment reminds you of this.

risk of explosion.

Risk of injury.

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BATTERY (2/2)

Replacing the battery

A

2

3

4

As this operation is complex, we advise

you to contact an approved Dealer.

For your own safety and for

the proper operation of the

vehicle's electrical equip-

ment

(lights, windscreen

wipers, ABS, etc.), any intervention

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6

5

on the battery (removal, disconnec-

tion, etc.) must categorically be per-

Label A

formed by a specialist professional.

Observe the indications on the battery:

Risk of serious burns or electric

- 2 naked flames and smoking are for-

shocks.

bidden;

You must respect the replacement

- 3 eye protection required;

intervals (without exceeding them)

as stated in the maintenance docu-

- 4 keep away from children;

ment.

- 5 explosive materials;

The battery is a specific type.

- 6 refer to the handbook;

Please ensure it is replaced with the

same type.

– 7 corrosive materials.

Call an approved Dealer.

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SECONDARY BATTERY

A

2

3

4

1

7

6

5

For your own safety and for

Depending on the vehicle, a secondary

Label A

the proper operation of the

battery 1 is located under the front pas-

vehicle's electrical equip-

Label A is located on the battery 1:

senger seat in a specific compartment:

ment

(lights, windscreen

it supplies the energy required to oper-

- 2 naked flames and smoking are for-

wipers, ABS, etc.), any intervention

ate some equipment.

bidden;

on the battery (removal, disconnec-

The secondary battery 1 does not re-

- 3 eye protection required;

tion, etc.) must categorically be per-

formed by a specialist professional.

quire any maintenance. You should

- 4 keep away from children;

not open it or add any fluid.

Risk of serious burns or electric

- 5 flammable materials;

shocks.

- 6 please consult the vehicle user

The battery is a specific type.

manual;

Please ensure it is replaced with the

- 7 corrosive substances.

same type.

Call an approved Dealer.

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PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (1/2)

If the emergency spare wheel has been stored for several years, have it

checked by your Dealer to ensure that it is safe to use.

Vehicle fitted with an emergency spare wheel that differs from the

other wheels:

-

Never fit more than one emergency spare wheel to the same vehicle.

–

Replace the emergency spare wheel as soon as possible with a wheel identi-

cal to the original one.

-

When this is fitted to the vehicle, which must only be a temporary measure, the

driving speed must not exceed the speed indicated on the label on the wheel.

-

Fitting an emergency spare wheel may alter the way the vehicle usually runs.

Avoid sudden acceleration or deceleration and reduce your speed when cor-

nering.

-

If you need to use snow chains, fit the emergency spare wheel to the rear axle

In case of puncture

and check the tyre pressure.

Depending on the vehicle, a tyre infla-

tion kit or emergency spare wheel is

provided (refer to the following pages).

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

loss warning system

In the event of under-inflation (punc-

If the vehicle is parked on the hard shoulder, you must warn other road

users of your vehicle’s presence with a warning triangle or with other de-

tures, under-inflation etc.), the 

vices as per the legislation applying to the country you are in.

warning light appears on the instrument

panel. ➥ 2.28.

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PUNCTURE, EMERGENCY SPARE WHEEL (2/2)

1

1

2

B

2

C

Emergency spare wheel

Note: in the absence of an emergency

To get to it:

spare wheel or tyre inflation kit, do not

load the bottom of the luggage com-

- open the boot;

partment.

- depending on the vehicle, lift up the

Depending on the vehicle, the tool

movable floor and the luggage com-

block is located under or above the

partment mat 1;

spare wheel, attached to the wall under

- unscrew the central mounting 2 in

the luggage compartment carpet

the centre of the emergency spare

wheel;

- remove the emergency spare wheel

(B or C, depending on the vehicle).

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TYRE PRESSURE KIT (1/3)

Do not attempt to use the

The kit is only approved for

B

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

A

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 when

possible by a specialist.

in the countryside. Return it to your

tread A has been dam-

approved dealer or to a recycling or-

aged by objects smaller

When taking a tyre which has been

ganisation.

than 4 mm. It cannot repair

repaired using this kit to be replaced,

all types of puncture, such as cuts

you must inform the specialist.

The bottle has a limited service

larger than 4 mm, or cuts in tyre

life which is indicated on its label.

When driving, vibration may be felt

sidewall B.

Check the expiry date.

due to the presence of the repair

Ensure also that the wheel rim is in

product injected into the tyre.

Contact an approved dealer to re-

good condition.

place the inflation tube and repair

product bottle.

Do not pull out the foreign body

causing the puncture if it is still in

the tyre.

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TYRE PRESSURE KIT (2/3)

Engine running, handbrake applied:

If a minimum pressure of 1.8 bar is

- Disconnect any accessories previ-

not reached after 15 minutes, repair

ously connected to the vehicle’s ac-

is not possible; do not drive the ve-

cessories sockets;

hicle but contact an approved dealer.

2

- refer to the information on the in-

flation kit compressor located in

the luggage compartment of the ve-

1

hicle and follow the instructions;

- inflate the tyre to the recommended

pressure ➥ 4.10 ;

- after a maximum of 15 minutes, stop

inflating and read the pressure (on

pressure gauge 2).

Before using this kit, park

the vehicle at a sufficient

Note: while the bottle is emptying

distance from traffic, switch

(approximately

30 seconds), the

on the hazard warning

pressure gauge 2 will briefly indicate

Depending on the vehicle, in the event

lights, apply the handbrake, ask all

a pressure of 6 bar, then the pres-

of a puncture, use the kit located in the

passengers to leave the vehicle and

sure drops;

boot or underneath the luggage com-

keep them away from traffic.

partment carpet.

- Adjust the pressure: to increase it,

continue inflation with the kit. To

Vehicle fitted with a tyre pressure

reduce it, press the button 1.

loss warning system

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. ➥ 2.28.

your vehicle’s presence

with a warning triangle or with other

devices as per the legislation apply-

ing to the country you are in.

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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-

3

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

and check the pressure.

- If the pressure is higher than 1.3 bar

Please be aware that a

but lower than the recommended

poorly tightened or miss-

pressure (refer to the label affixed to

ing valve cap can make the

the edge of the driver’s door), adjust

tyres less airtight and may

it. Otherwise, contact an approved

lead to pressure loss.

dealer: the tyre cannot be repaired.

Always use valve caps identical to

those fitted originally and tighten

them fully.

Precautions when using the

kit

Once the

tyre is

correctly inflated,

The kit should not be operated for more

remove the kit: unscrew 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.

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TOOLS

Jack 1

1

Wrench 2

Tow eye 3

➥ 5.30

2

3

The tools included in the tool kit de-

pending on the vehicle.

After use, ensure the tools are correctly

stored.

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

loose under braking. After use, check that all the tools are correctly

clipped into the tool kit, then position it correctly in its housing: risk of

injury.

If bolts are supplied with the emergency spare wheel, you must use these bolts

only for 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.

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CHANGING A WHEEL (1/2)

Vehicles equipped with a jack

Start cranking the jack by hand, posi-

tioning the jack support plate 3 in the

and wheelbrace

slightly indented groove underneath

If necessary, remove the wheel trim.

the vehicle, located between the two

Use the wheelbrace 1 to slacken off the

notches 4.

3

4

1

wheel bolts. Position it so as to be able

Continue to crank the jack so that the

to push from above.

baseplate is correctly positioned

(it

Place the jack 2 horizontally; the jack

should be underneath the vehicle and

head must be lined up with the sill clos-

aligned with the jack head).

est to the wheel concerned, between

Turn it a few times to lift the wheel off

the two notches 4.

the ground.

2

Switch on the hazard warn-

ing lights.

Keep the vehicle away from

traffic and on a level surface

where it will not slip.

Apply the parking brake and engage

a gear (first or reverse, or P for auto-

If the vehicle is parked on

matic transmissions).

the hard shoulder, you must

Ask all the passengers to leave the

warn other road users of

vehicle and keep them away from

your vehicle’s presence

traffic.

with a warning triangle or with other

devices as per the legislation apply-

ing to the country you are in.

If the vehicle is not equipped with a

jack or wheelbrace, you can obtain

these from your approved dealer.

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