Renault Premium DXi 11, Service Manual

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C1-1
Driving
RIVING Special conditions
Running-in
During the running-in period (5 000 km approximately), do not run the engine at maximum
revs, except for short distances.
Do not use high engine speeds or allow the engine to labour at low or high speeds.
A careful watch should be kept on the water temperature gauge and the oil level.
The vehicle must be loaded as for normal operation.
Use during the winter or in cold climates
Engine starting
(see "Start-up" page C3-1)
Prior to driving away, allow the engine to run for a few seconds to ensure that oil circulation
is established. It is best not to warm up the engine by prolonged running at idle or no-load,
but, to drive it slowly using the lower gears until normal running temperature is achieved.
Never demand maximum power from your engine until the coolant temperature reaches
80°C.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD RADIATOR BLINDS OR SHUTTERS BE FITTED
ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH TURBOCHARGED INTERCOOLED ENGINES. SUCH AC-
CESSORIES PREVENT COOLING OF THE TURBOCHARGER AIR AND THUS REDUCE
ENGINE EFFICIENCY, PERFORMANCE AND SERVICE LIFE.
Engine cooling system
This vehicle is supplied with "ULTRACOOLING PLUS" engine coolant (a Renault Trucks
Oils product) conforming to the RENAULT TRUCKS specifications. It gives frost protec-
tion down to - 25 or - 40 °C.
Batteries
Keep the batteries fully charged since their resistance to frost depends on their state of
charge.