Operation Manual

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ENG_UD25777_8
Réservoir carburant (X61 - F61 - K61 - Renault)ENG_NU_813-11_FK61_Renault_1
No modifications what-
soever are permitted on
any part of the fuel supply
system (electronic unit,
wiring, fuel circuit, injector, protec-
tive covers, etc.) as this may be
dangerous (unless undertaken by
qualified Network personnel).
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With the ignition off, insert the nozzle
so that the valve opens and then 
insert it before beginning to fill the tank
(risk of splashback).
Keep the nozzle in this position through-
out the entire filling operation.
When the pump cuts out automatically
at the end of the filling procedure, a
maximum of two further filling attempts
may be made so as to leave sufficient
room for expansion.
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Using leaded petrol will damage the
antipollution system and may lead to a
loss of warranty.
To ensure that the fuel tank is not filled
with leaded petrol, the fuel tank filler
neck consists of a restrictor fitted with
a foolproof system which 
      
 (at the pump).
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If you notice a persistent
smell of fuel you should:
stop the vehicle when traffic con-
ditions allow it and switch off the
ignition;
switch on the hazard warning
lights and ask your passengers
to leave the vehicle and to keep
away from the traffic;
contact an approved Dealer.
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It is  to use unleaded petrol.
The octane rating (RON) should match
the information given on the label A lo-
cated inside the fuel filler flap. Please
refer to the information onEngine
specifications” in Section 6.
   
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It is  to use unleaded petrol or
fuel containing a maximum of 85% eth-
anol (E85).
In very cold conditions, it may be very
difficult or even impossible to start the
engine. To avoid this problem, use un-
leaded petrol or, on equipped vehicles,
use the heater integrated in the engine:
connect the correct end of the exten-
sion piece supplied into the socket in-
tegrated into the radiator grille and the
other end into a  socket for at
least 6 hours before starting.
 you may notice an increase in fuel
consumption with this type of fuel.