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Renault Kangoo (2018 year). Instruction - part 7

2.12

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

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ECO mode

ECO mode is a function which opti-

mises fuel consumption. It acts upon

certain power consuming systems in

the vehicle (heating, air conditioning,

power-assisted steering, etc.) and on

certain driving actions (acceleration,

gear changing, cruise control, deceler-

ation, etc.).

Activating the function
Press switch 4.
The warning light in the 4 switch lights

up.

While driving, it is possible to leave the

ECO mode temporarily in order to im-

prove engine performance.
To do this, press the accelerator pedal

firmly and fully.
ECO mode is reactivated when you

take pressure off the accelerator pedal.

Disabling the function
Press switch 4.
The indicator light in the switch 4 goes

out.

Journey record

Once the engine is switched off, you

will see “Journey record” displayed on

the screen 3, enabling you to view in-

formation relating to your last journey.
This indicates:

– average fuel consumption;

– number of miles/kilometres travelled;

– number of miles/kilometres saved.

Depending on the vehicle, the func-

tion is active every time the engine

is started. A label is attached to the

dashboard to notify you.

2.13

Driving advice, Eco-driving

Behaviour
– Drive carefully for the first few miles

until the engine reaches its normal

operating temperature, rather than

let it warm up while the vehicle is sta-

tionary.

– Speed is expensive.

– Sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: drive

with a light right foot.

– Do not overrev the engine in the in-

termediate gears.

You should always use the highest

gear possible.

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

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Obstructions to the driver

On the driver’s side, only

use mats adapted to the ve-

hicle that attach to the pre-

installed parts, and regularly check

their mounting. Do not place several

mats on top of each other.

There is a risk of wedging the

pedals

– Avoid sudden acceleration.

– Brake as little as possible. If you an-

ticipate an obstacle or bend in ad-

vance, you may then simply release

the accelerator pedal.

– Do not try to maintain the same

speed up a hill, accelerate no more

than you would on the level. Keep

your foot in the same position on the

accelerator pedal.

– Double declutching and accelerating

before switching off are unnecessary

in modern vehicles.

– Bad weather, flooded roads:

Do not drive through

floods if the water is

above the lower edge of

the wheel rims.

2.14

DRIVING ADVICE, ECO-DRIVING

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Advice on use
– Favour ECO mode.

– Electricity is fuel; switch off all the

electrical components which are

not really needed. However (safety

first), keep your lights on when the

visibility is bad (“see and be seen”).

– Use the air vents. Driving with the

windows open at 60 mph (100 km/h)

will increase fuel consumption by

4%.

– Never fill the fuel tank right to the

brim to avoid overflow.

– In vehicles fitted with air condi-

tioning, it is normal to observe an

increase in fuel consumption (es-

pecially in urban conditions) when

it is used. For vehicles fitted with

manual air conditioning, switch off

the system when it is not required.
Advice for reducing consumption

and therefore helping to preserve

the environment:
If the vehicle has been parked in the

sun, open the doors for a few mo-

ments to let the hot air escape before

starting the engine.

– Do not leave an empty roof rack

fitted to the vehicle.

– When towing a caravan, fit a wind

deflector and adjust it carefully.

Tyres
– An underinflated tyre increases fuel

consumption.

– The use of non-recommended tyres

can increase fuel consumption.

2.15

MAINTENANCE AND ANTIPOLLUTION ADVICE

Your vehicle complies with criteria for

recycling and recovering vehicles at the

end of their service life, which entered

into force in 2015.
Some parts of your vehicle have there-

fore been designed to facilitate future

recycling.
These parts are easy to remove so

that they can be recovered and reproc-

essed by recycling companies.
By virtue of its design, moderate fuel

consumption and initial settings, your

vehicle also conforms to current anti-

pollution regulations. The manufac-

turer is actively striving to reduce pol-

lutant exhaust gas emissions and to

save energy. But the fuel consumption

of your vehicle and the level of pollutant

exhaust gas emissions are also your

responsibility. Ensure that it is main-

tained and used correctly.

Maintenance

It is important to remember that failure to

respect antipollution regulations could

lead to legal action being taken against

the vehicle owner. In addition, replacing

engine, fuel supply system and exhaust

components with parts other than those

originally recommended by the manu-

facturer may alter your vehicle so that

it no longer complies with antipollution

regulations.
Have your vehicle adjusted and

checked by an approved Dealer, in ac-

cordance with the instructions given in

your maintenance schedule: they will

have all the equipment necessary for

ensuring that your vehicle is maintained

to its original standard.

Engine adjustments

– Air filter, diesel filter: a choked el-

ement will reduce efficiency. It must

be replaced.

– Idle speed: this does not require ad-

justment.

Exhaust gas monitoring

system

The exhaust gas monitoring system will

detect any operating faults in the vehi-

cle’s antipollution system.

If this system malfunctions, toxic sub-

stances may be released into the at-

mosphere or damage may occur.

This warning light on the in-

strument panel will indicate if

there are any faults in the system:

This lights up when the ignition is

switched on and goes out when the

engine is started.

– If it lights up continuously, consult an

approved Dealer as soon as possi-

ble;

– if it flashes, reduce the engine speed

until the light stops flashing. Contact

your approved dealer as soon as

possible.

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Refer to the information on

«Additive tank» in Section 1.

2.16

ENVIRONMENT

Emissions

Your vehicle has been designed to

emit fewer greenhouse gases (CO2)

while in use, and therefore to consume

less fuel (eg. 140 g/km, equivalent to

5.3 l/100 km for a diesel vehicle).
Our vehicles are also equipped with a

particle filter system including a cata-

lytic converter, an oxygen sensor and

an active carbon filter (the latter pre-

vents vapour from the fuel tank being

released into the open air).
For certain diesel vehicles, this system

also has a particle filter to reduce the

volume of soot particles emitted.

Please make your own

contribution towards

protecting the environment

too

– Worn parts replaced in the course of

routine vehicle maintenance (vehi-

cle battery, oil filter, air filter, batter-

ies, etc.) and oil containers (empty or

filled with used oil) must be disposed

of through specialist organisations.

– At the end of the vehicle’s service

life, it should be sent to approved

centres to ensure that it is recycled.

– In all cases, comply with local legis-

lation.

Recycling

Your vehicle is 85% recyclable and

95% recoverable.
To achieve these objectives, many of

the vehicle components have been de-

signed to enable them to be recycled.

The materials and structures have

been carefully designed to allow these

components to be easily removed and

reprocessed by specialist companies.
In order to preserve raw material re-

sources, this vehicle incorporates nu-

merous parts made from recycled plas-

tics or renewable materials (vegetable

or animal-derived materials such as

cotton or wool).

Your vehicle has been designed with

respect for the environment in mind for

its entire service life: during production,

use and at the end of its life.

This commitment is illustrated by the

Renault eco² signature.

Manufacture

Your vehicle has been manufactured at

a factory which complies with a policy

to reduce the environmental impact

on the surrounding areas (reduction of

water and energy consumption, visual

and noise pollution, atmospheric emis-

sions and waste water; sorting and re-

using waste).

2.17

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

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If fitted on the vehicle, this system

warns the driver of pressure loss in one

or several tyres.

System identification

There are two tyre pressure loss warn-

ing systems:
– System A: can be seen on the

label A in the vehicle. To verify its

presence, open the driver’s door.

– System B: can be seen on the

label A in the vehicle.

2.18

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

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Operating conditions
The system should be reset with an

inflation pressure equal to that given

on the tyre inflation pressure label.

Otherwise it risks not giving a reliable

warning in the event of a significant loss

of pressure. Please refer to the informa-

tion on “Tyre pressures” in Section 4.
In the following situations, the system

risk coming into action late or not func-

tioning correctly:
– system not reset after reinflation or

any operation on the wheels;

– system badly reset: different inflation

pressures from the recommended

pressures;

– significant change in load or distribu-

tion of load on one side of the vehi-

cle;

– sporty driving with strong accelera-

tion;

– driving on snowy or slippery surface;

This function is an additio-

nal driving aid.
However, the function does

not take the place of the

driver. It cannot, therefore, under

any circumstances replace the vi-

gilance or the responsibility of the

driver.
Check the tyre pressures, including

the emergency spare wheel, once a

month.

– driving with snow chains;

– fitting a single new tyre;

– use of tyres not approved by the net-

work.

– ...

SYSTEM A

Operating principle
This system detects a loss of pressure

in one of the tyres by measuring the

wheel speed while driving.

Warning light



1 comes on to

alert the driver in the event of insuffi-

cient pressure (deflated wheel, punc-

tured tyre, etc.).

2.19

SYSTEM A (cntd.)

Resetting the standard level for the

tyre pressures
This should be done:
– after each reinflation or readjustment

of the pressure of one of the tyres;

– when the standard tyre pressure

needs to be changed to adapt to

usage conditions (empty, carrying a

load, motorway driving, etc.);

–  after changing a wheel;
–  after using the tyre inflation kit;
–  after swapping a wheel (however,

this practice is not recommended).

It should always be done after checking

the tyre pressure of all four tyres when

cold.
Tyre pressures must correspond to the

current usage of the vehicle (empty,

carrying a load, motorway driving, etc.).

Resetting procedure
With the ignition on, depending on the

vehicle:

– repeatedly press one of the but-

tons 3 or 4 to select the “TIRES:SET

TPW” function on the display 2;

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

button 3 or 4 to start initialisation.

The display of the message “SET

TPW LAUNCHED” for around five

seconds indicates that the reset

request for the tyre pressure refe-

rence value has been taken into ac-

count.

Or
– repeatedly press the button 3 to

select the “SEt tP” function on the

display 2;

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

the button 3 to start initialisation. The

flashing, lasting around five seconds,

followed by a constant display of the

message “SEt tP” indicates that the

reset request for the tyre pressure

reference value has been taken into

account.

Reinitialisation is carried out after a few

minutes’ driving.

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

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2.20

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

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SYSTEM A (cntd.)

Display
The display 2 on the instrument panel

informs you of any tyre pressure faults

(flat tyre, punctured tyre, etc.).
INFLATE TIRES AND SET TPW

The warning light



stays on and,

depending on the vehicle, along with

the message “INFLATE TIRES AND

SET TPW”.
They indicate that at least one tyre is

flat or punctured.

In the event of a flat tyre, inflate the re-

levant tyre.

In the event of a puncture, change the

tyre or consult an authorised dealer.

Check and readjust the pressure of the

four tyres when cold, and launch the

reinitialisation of the tyre pressure refe-

rence value.

Warning light



goes out after

launching the reinitialisation of the tyre

pressure reference value.

The sudden loss of pressure in a

tyre (burst tyre, etc.) cannot be de-

tected by the system.

RECALIBRATE SET TPW

The warning light



flashes for se-

veral seconds, then stays on and, de-

pending on the vehicle, together with

the message “RECALIBRATE SET

TPW”.
They indicate that the request to reset

the reference value of the tyre pres-

sures must be restarted.
TPW UNAVAILABLE

The warning light



flashes for se-

veral seconds, then stays on and, de-

pending on the vehicle, together with

the message “TPW UNAVAILABLE”.
They indicate that the vehicle is equip-

ped with an emergency spare wheel

which is smaller than the other four and

that it is fitted to the vehicle.

CHECK TPW

The warning light



flashes for se-

veral seconds, then stays on and, de-

pending on the vehicle, together with

the message “CHECK TPW”.
This message is accompanied by the
warning light

They indicate a system fault. Please

consult an authorised dealer.

2.21

Replacing wheels/tyres
Only use equipment approved by the

brand network, or the system risks

being activated late or not operating

correctly. Please see the information on

“Tyres” in Section 5.
After each change of wheel/tyre, read-

just the tyre pressure and launch the

reinitialisation of the tyre pressure ref-

erence value.

Emergency spare wheel
If fitted on the vehicle, readjust the tyre

pressure and launch the reinitialisation

of the tyre pressure reference value.

SYSTEM A (cntd.)

Readjustment of tyre pressures
The tyre pressures must be adjusted

when cold (please refer to the label lo-

cated on the edge of the driver’s door).
If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, the recom-

mended pressures should be increased

by 0.2 to 0.3 bar (3 PSI).
Never deflate a hot tyre.
After each reinflation or readjustment of

the tyre pressure, launch the reinitiali-

sation of the tyre pressure reference

value.

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

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Tyre repair product and inflation kit
Only use equipment approved by the

brand network, or the system risks

being activated late or not operating

correctly. Please refer to “Tyre inflation

kit” in Section 5.
After using the tyre inflation kit, readjust

the tyre pressure and launch the reini-

tialisation of the tyre pressure reference

value.

2.22

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

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SYSTEM B

Operating principle
Each wheel (except for the emergency

spare wheel) has a sensor in the infla-

tion valve which periodically measures

the tyre pressure while driving.

Warning light



1 comes on to

alert the driver in the event of insuffi-

cient pressure (deflated wheel, punctu-

red tyre, etc.).

Resetting the standard level for the

tyre pressures
This should be done:

– when the standard tyre pressure

needs to be changed to adapt to

usage conditions (empty, carrying a

load, motorway driving, etc.);

– after swapping a wheel (however

this practice is not recommended);

– after changing a wheel.
It should always be done after checking

the tyre pressure of all four tyres when

cold.
Tyre pressures must correspond to the

current usage of the vehicle (empty,

carrying a load, motorway driving, etc.).

This function is an additio-

nal driving aid.
However, the function does

not take the place of the

driver. It cannot, therefore, under

any circumstances replace the vi-

gilance or the responsibility of the

driver.
Check the tyre pressures, including

the emergency spare wheel, once a

month.

2.23

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(7/9)

The display of the message “TP

ACQUISTION LAUNCHED” for

around five seconds indicates that

the reset request for the tyre pres-

sure reference value has been taken

into account.

– repeatedly press the button 3 to

select the “SEt PP” function on the

display 2;

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

the button 3 to start initialisation. The

flashing, lasting around five seconds,

followed by a constant display of the

message “SEt PP” indicates that the

reset request for the tyre pressure

reference value has been taken into

account.

Reinitialisation is carried out after a few

minutes’ driving.
Note:

The standard tyre pressure cannot be

less than that recommended and indi-

cated on the door frame.

SYSTEM B (cntd.)

Resetting procedure
With the ignition on, depending on the

vehicle:

– repeatedly press one of the buttons 3

or 4 to select the “TYRE PRESSURE

ACQUISITION” function on the dis-

play 2;

– press and hold (around 3 seconds)

button 3 or 4 to start initialisation.

2.24

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(8/9)

TYRE PUNCTURE

The warning light



stays on to-

gether with a beep and, depending

on the vehicle, the message “TYRE

PUNCTURE”.
This message is accompanied by the
warning light

They indicate that at least one wheel

is punctured or severely underinfla-

ted. Replace it or contact an authorised

dealer if it is punctured. Top up the tyre

pressure if the wheel is deflated.

Warning light

re-

quires you to stop immedi-

ately, for your own safety,

as soon as traffic conditions

allow.

The sudden loss of pressure in a

tyre (burst tyre, etc.) cannot be de-

tected by the system.

CHECK TYRE SENSORS

The warning light



flashes for

several seconds, then stays on and,

depending on the vehicle, together

with the message “CHECK TYRE

SENSORS”.
This message is accompanied by the
warning light

They indicate that at least one tyre is

not fitted with sensors (e.g. emergency

spare wheel). In other cases, contact

an authorised dealer.

SYSTEM B (cntd.)

Display
The display 2 on the instrument panel

informs you of any tyre pressure faults

(flat tyre, punctured tyre, etc.).

CHECK TYRE PRESSURES

The warning light



stays on

and, depending on the vehicle, along

with the message “CHECK TYRE

PRESSURES”.

These indicate that at least one tyre is

flat.
Check and, if necessary, readjust the

pressures of the four wheels when cold.

The warning light



goes off after a

few minutes’ driving.

2.25

Replacing wheels/tyres
This system requires specific equip-

ment (wheels, tyres, hubcaps, etc.).

Please see the information on “Tyres”

in Section 5.

Contact an approved Dealer to fit new

tyres and to find out about available ac-

cessories compatible with the system

and available from your dealer network:

the use of any other accessory could

affect the correct operation of the

system or damage a sensor.

Emergency spare wheel
If the vehicle is equipped with an emer-

gency spare wheel, it will not have a

sensor. When it is fitted on the vehi-

cle, the warning light



flashes

for several seconds, then stays on, to-
gether with the warning light

Depending on the vehicle, the message

“CHECK TYRE SENSORS” appears

on the instrument panel.

SYSTEM B (cntd.)

Readjustment of tyre pressures
The tyre pressures must be adjusted

when cold (please refer to the label lo-

cated on the edge of the driver’s door).

If tyre pressures cannot be checked

when the tyres are cold, the recom-

mended pressures must be increased

by 0.2 to 0.3 bar (3 PSI).
Never deflate a hot tyre.

TYRE PRESSURE LOSS WARNING

(9/9)

Tyre repair product and inflation kit
Because the valves are specially desi-

gned, only use equipment approved by

the approved network. Please refer to

“Tyre inflation kit” in Section 5.

2.26

Depending on the vehicle, this is com-

posed of:

– the ABS (anti-lock braking

system);

– electronic stability program (ESC)

with understeer control and trac-

tion control;

– emergency brake assist;

– grip control;

– hill start assistance.

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

warning light on the in-

strument panel comes on while driv-

ing, braking is still operational;

– If the

and

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.

DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(1/5)

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.
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 vigi-

lance or responsibility 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.

2.27

DRIVING CORRECTION DEVICES AND AIDS

(2/5)

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.

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