Renault Fluence (2012 year). Instruction

2.27

ENG_UD24019_3

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction limiteur (L38 - X38 - X32 - B32 - Renault)

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CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: speed limiter

(6/6)

Putting the function on

standby

The speed limiter function is sus-

pended when you press switch 4 (O).

In this case, the limit speed will remain

stored and is no longer displayed in

zone 6 and the message “Memorised”

along with the stored speed will appear

on the display.

Recalling the limit speed

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

called by pressing switch 5 (R).

Switching off the function

The speed limiter function is deacti-

vated if you press switch 1: in this case

a speed is no longer stored. The in-

strument panel orange indicator light 7

goes out to confirm that the function is

deactivated.

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.

cruise control ........................................(up to the end of the DU)

cruise control-speed limiter...................(up to the end of the DU)

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

2.28

ENG_UD24020_2

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction régulateur (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Cruise control (Analogue Instrument panel)

CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: cruise control function

(1/8)

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 slippery roads (black

ice, aquaplaning, gravel) and during

bad weather (fog, rain, side winds

etc.).
There is a risk of accidents.

Controls

1 Main “On/Off” switch.

2 Limit speed activation, storage and

increase switch (+).

3 Decrease cruising speed (-).

4 Switch the function off (with stor-

age of governed cruising speed)

(O).

5 Activation with recall of stored gov-

erned cruising speed (R).

Instrument panel A

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).

The cruise control operates differently

depending on the vehicle’s instrument

panel. There are two different operating

modes (instrument panel A and B) de-

tailed below

2.29

ENG_UD24020_2

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction régulateur (L38 - X38 - Renault)

ENG_NU_891_892-7_L38-B32_Renault_2

CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: cruise control function

(2/8)

Switching on

Press switch 1 on the side showing



Warning light 6 comes on, lit green, and

the message “Cruise control” appears

on the instrument panel, accompanied

by dashes to indicate that the cruise

control function is activated and waiting

to store a cruising speed.

Activating cruise control

At a steady speed (above 20 mph (30

km/h) approximately) press switch 2

(+): the function is activated and the

speed is stored.
Cruise control activation is confirmed

when indicator light 7 is lit up in green

in addition to indicator light 6.

Driving

Once a cruising speed is stored and

the cruise control function is active,

you may lift your foot off the accelera-

tor pedal.

Important: you are never-

theless advised to keep

your feet close to the pedals

in order to react if neces-

sary.

2.30

ENG_UD24020_2

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction régulateur (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: cruise control function

(3/8)

The cruise control function

is in no way linked to the

braking system.

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.

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.

2.31

ENG_UD24020_2

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction régulateur (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: cruise control function

(4/8)

When the cruise control function is

put on standby, pressing switch 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 cruise control

on standby or switching it

off does not cause a rapid

reduction in speed: you

must brake by depressing the brake

pedal.

Putting the function on

standby

The function is suspended when you:
–  the switch 4 (O);
–  the brake pedal;
–  depress the clutch pedal or shift into

neutral if the vehicle has an auto-

matic gearbox.

In all three cases, the cruising speed

remains stored and the message

“Memorised” appears on the instrument

panel.
Standby is confirmed when indicator
light

goes out.

Returning to the cruising speed
If a speed is stored, it can be recalled,

once you are sure that the road con-

ditions are suitable (traffic, road sur-

face, weather conditions, etc.). Press

switch 5 (R) if the vehicle speed is

above 20 mph (30 km/h).

When the stored speed is recalled, acti-

vation of the cruise control is confirmed
by the illumination of the

warn-

ing light.
Note: if the speed previously stored is

much higher than the current speed,

the vehicle will accelerate more rapidly

to reach this threshold.

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

instrument panel indi-

cator lights go out, confirming that the

function is deactivated.

2.32

ENG_UD24020_2

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction régulateur (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: cruise control function

(5/8)

Instrument panel B

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).

Controls

1 Main “On/Off” switch.

2 Limit speed activation, storage and

increase switch (+).

3 Decrease cruising speed (-).

4 Switch the function to standby

(with memorisation of the gov-

erned cruising speed) (O).

5 Activation with recall of stored gov-

erned cruising speed (R).

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 slippery roads (black

ice, aquaplaning, gravel) and during

bad weather (fog, rain, side winds

etc.).
There is a risk of accidents.

The cruise control function

is in no way linked to the

braking system.

2.33

ENG_UD24020_2

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction régulateur (L38 - X38 - Renault)

ENG_NU_891_892-7_L38-B32_Renault_2

CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: cruise control function

(6/8)

Switching on

Press switch 1 on the side showing



Indicator light 7 comes on, lit green, and

the message “Cruise control” appears

on the instrument panel and dashes

appear in zone 6 to indicate that the

cruise control function is activated and

waiting to store a cruising speed.

Activating cruise control

At a steady speed (above 20 mph

(30 km/h) approximately) press

switch 2 (+): the speed is stored. The

cruising speed will appear in zone 6.
Cruise control activation is confirmed

when area A lights up green in addition

to indicator light 7. Area B also lights

up green to indicate that the cruising

speed has been reached.

Driving

Once a cruising speed is stored and

the cruise control function is active,

you may lift your foot off the accelera-

tor pedal.

Important: you are never-

theless advised to keep

your feet close to the pedals

in order to react if neces-

sary.

2.34

ENG_UD24020_2

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction régulateur (L38 - X38 - Renault)

ENG_NU_891_892-7_L38-B32_Renault_2

CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: cruise control function

(7/8)

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.

exceeding the cruising speed

The cruising speed may be exceeded

at any time by depressing the acceler-

ator pedal. The cruising speed flashes

on the instrument panel along with the

illumination of zone C in red.
Then, release the accelerator: after a

few seconds, the vehicle will automati-

cally return to its set cruising speed.

Cruising speed cannot be

maintained
If driving up or down a steep gradient,

the system is unable to maintain the

cruising speed: the stored speed on the

instrument panel will flash and zone C

will light up in red to inform you of this

situation.

Putting the function on

standby

The function is suspended when you:
–  press switch 4 (O);
–  depress the brake pedal;
–  depress the clutch pedal or shift into

neutral if the vehicle has an auto-

matic gearbox.

In all three cases, the cruising speed re-

mains stored, it is no longer displayed in

zone 6 and the message “Memorised”

along with the stored speed will appear

on the instrument panel.
Standby is confirmed when zones A, B

and C go out.

The cruise control function

is in no way linked to the

braking system.

2.35

ENG_UD24020_2

Régulateur-limiteur de vitesse : fonction régulateur (L38 - X38 - Renault)

ENG_NU_891_892-7_L38-B32_Renault_2

CRUISe CONtROL, SPeeD LIMIteR: cruise control function

(8/8)

Returning to the cruising speed

If a speed is stored, it can be recalled,

once you are sure that the road condi-

tions are suitable (traffic, road surface,

weather conditions, etc.).

Press switch 5 (R) if the vehicle speed

is above 20 mph (30 km/h).
When recalling the stored speed

zone A lights up to confirm activation.

Zone B lights up as soon as the cruis-

ing speed is reached.

Note: if the speed previously stored is

much higher than the current speed,

the vehicle will accelerate more rapidly

to reach this threshold.

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 instru-

ment panel green indicator light 7 and

zones A, B and C go out, confirming

that the function is deactivated.

When the cruise control function is

put on standby, pressing switch 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 cruise control

on standby or switching it

off does not cause a rapid

reduction in speed: you

must brake by depressing the brake

pedal.

parking distance control........................(up to the end of the DU)

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

reversing sensor ...................................(up to the end of the DU)

2.36

ENG_UD21625_2

Aide au parking (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Parking distance control

Operating principle

Ultrasonic detectors fitted in the vehi-

cle’s rear bumper measure the distance

between the vehicle and an obstacle

whilst reversing.
When reversing, most objects located

less than approximately 1.5 metres

away from the rear of the vehicle are

detected and a beep is emitted.

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 25 centi-

metres from the obstacle.

PARkING DIStANCe CONtROL

(1/2)

Automatic activation/deactivation of

the rear parking distance control

The system deactivates:
– when the electronic parking brake is

applied;

– when the vehicle speed is above ap-

proximately 4 mph (7 km/h);

– when the vehicle is stationary for

more than approximately five sec-

onds and an obstacle is detected

(such as when in a traffic jam etc.);

– when the vehicle is in neutral or

when the gear lever has been shifted

N or P for automatic gearboxes;

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.

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.

2.37

ENG_UD21625_2

Aide au parking (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Adjusting the parking

distance control volume

From the vehicle settings customi-

sation menu (refer to the informa-

tion on “Vehicle customisation menu”

in Section 1), select the line “Parking

sensor volume “ to adjust the parking

distance control volume and confirm by

pressing key 1 or 2.

temporary deactivation of

the system

(depending on the vehicle)
Press switch 3 to deactivate the system.

Depending on the vehicle, the switch’s

integrated indicator comes on and/or

the message “Parking sensor off” is dis-

played to remind you that the system is

deactivated.

Pressing the switch again will reacti-

vate the system and switch off the in-

dicator light.

The system will reactivate automatically

each time the engine is switched off.

PARkING DIStANCe CONtROL

(2/2)

Prolonged deactivation of the

system

From the vehicle settings customisation

menu (refer to “Vehicle settings cus-

tomisation menu” in Section 1), select

the line “Rear parking sensor” then acti-

vate or deactivate the system:

function deactivated;

function activated.

Operating faults

Depending on the vehicle, when the

system detects an operating fault, the

message “check parking distance con-

trol” appears on the instrument panel,

accompanied by the

warning

light and a beep lasting approximately

5 seconds. Consult an approved

Dealer.

Special features

Make sure that the ultrasonic sensors

are not obscured (by dirt, mud, snow,

etc.).

When the vehicle is being driven at

a speed below approximately 4 mph

(7 km/h), certain noises (motorcy-

cle, lorry, pneumatic drill, etc.) may

trigger the beeping sound.

automatic gearbox (use) .......................(up to the end of the DU)

automatic gearbox selector lever..........(up to the end of the DU)

changing gear .......................................(up to the end of the DU)

reverse gear

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

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

2.38

ENG_UD27296_4

Boîte automatique (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Automatic gearbox

AUtOMAtIC tRANSMISSION

(1/3)

Driving in automatic mode

Select position

D. In most traffic con-

ditions, you will not have to touch the

gear selector lever again: the gears will

change automatically at the right time

and at the most suitable engine speed

because the automatic system takes

into account the vehicle load and road

contour and adjusts itself to the particu-

lar driving style you have chosen.

economical driving

When driving, always leave the lever

in position

D, keeping the accelerator

pedal lightly depressed to ensure auto-

matic gear changes at a lower engine

speed.

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.

5
6

Selector lever 1

Display 3 on the instrument panel

shows the mode and gear selected.
4:   P:  park
5:    R:  reverse gear
6:    N:  neutral
7:    D:  automatic mode
8 :   manual mode
9:     zone displaying gearbox mode or

gear engaged in manual mode

Operation

With the gear lever 1 in position P,

switch on the ignition.
To move out of position

P, you must de-

press the brake pedal before pressing

unlocking button 2.
With the foot on the brake pedal (warn-

ing light

on the display 3 goes out),

move the lever out of position

Only engage D or R when the vehi-

cle is stopped, with your foot on the

brake and the accelerator pedal re-

leased.

2.39

ENG_UD27296_4

Boîte automatique (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Parking the vehicle

When the vehicle is stopped, move the

lever to position

P while keeping your

foot on the brake pedal: the gearbox is

in neutral and the drive wheels are me-

chanically locked by the driveshaft.
Apply the handbrake or, depending

on the vehicle, ensure that the elec-

tronic parking brake is applied.

Special circumstances

– If the road contours and bends

do not allow you to stay in auto-

matic mode (e.g.: in the mountains),

we recommend that you change to

manual mode.

This will prevent the automatic gear-

box from changing gears repeatedly

when climbing, and permit engine

braking on long descents.

– In cold weather, to prevent the

engine from stalling, wait a few mo-

ments before shifting the selector

lever from position

P or N and en-

gaging

D or R.

Driving in manual mode

With the selector lever in position

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.

AUtOMAtIC tRANSMISSION

(2/3)

In very cold weather, the system

may prevent the gears from being

shifted in manual mode until the

gearbox reaches the right tempera-

ture.

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.

2.40

ENG_UD27296_4

Boîte automatique (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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When setting off, if the lever is locked

in position

P even though you are de-

pressing the brake pedal and pressing

unlocking button 2, the lever can be re-

leased manually. To do this, press the

button by inserting an object into the

hole 10 and simultaneously press un-

locking button 2 located on the lever.

AUtOMAtIC tRANSMISSION

(3/3)

Operating faults

– when driving, if the message

“Check auto gearbox” appears on

the instrument panel, this indicates

there is a fault.
Contact your approved Dealer as

soon as possible.

– when driving, if the message “Auto

gearbox overheating” appears on the

instrument panel, stop the vehicle to

allow the gearbox to cool down.
Contact your approved Dealer as

soon as possible.

– If a vehicle with an automatic

gearbox breaks down, refer to the

information on “Towing” in Section 5.

3.1

ENG_UD27182_7

Sommaire 3 (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Section 3: Your comfort

Air vents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2

Manual air conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.4

Automatic climate control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6

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

Electric windows, electric sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.12

Manual window winder controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15

Interior lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.15

Sun visor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.16

Passenger compartment storage space and fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.17

Accessories socket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20

Ashtray – Cigarette lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.20

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

Boot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.22

Rear parcel shelf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.23

Luggage compartment storage space and fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.24

Transporting objects in the boot/towing (towing equipment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.25

Roof bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.26

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

air vents ................................................(up to the end of the DU)

3.2

ENG_UD18856_2

Aérateurs (sorties d’air) (L38 - X38 - Renault)

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Air vents

AIR VENTS: air outlets

(1/2)

Depending on the vehicle:
1  side air vent.
2  side window demister outlet.
3  windscreen demisting vents.
4  centre air vents.
5  side air vent.
6  side window demister outlet.

7  passenger footwell heater outlets.
8  centre console air vents.
9  air conditioning control panel

Renault Fluence (2012 year). Instruction - part 8