2023 Renault Express User Manual
An important development in Renault’s utility portfolio is the 2023 Renault Express, a useful and adaptable light commercial vehicle that provides a solution for companies and individuals needing a small but roomy van. With a focus on efficiency and functionality, the Express is built to satisfy the needs of small businesses and urban distribution. It has a wide range of engines, including ones that use less fuel. Its small size makes it simple to maneuver in urban settings, and its inside has a surprisingly large cargo area that can be adjusted to meet a variety of professional needs. In addition, the car incorporates contemporary technology, such as a useful infotainment system and standard safety features, giving it an affordable and dependable option for anyone looking for a dependable work vehicle that meets the practicality and quality standards expected from Renault.
SPECIAL FEATURES OF PETROL VERSIONS, PARTICLE FILTER
The following operating conditions:
- driving for long periods when the low fuel level warning light is lit;
- using leaded petrol;
- using fuel or lubrication additives which are not approved.
Or operating faults such as:
- faulty ignition system, running out of fuel or disconnected spark plugs resulting in the engine misfiring or cutting out when driving;
- loss of power,
as they may cause the catalytic converter to overheat and thus reduce its efficiency, or damage it irreparably and cause heat damage to the vehicle. If you notice any of the above operating faults, have the necessary repairs carried out as soon as possible by an approved Dealer. These faults may be avoided by regularly taking your vehicle to your approved dealer at the intervals specified in the maintenance document.
Starting problems
To avoid damaging the catalytic converter, do not keep trying to start the engine (using the start button, or by pushing or towing the vehicle) without having identified and corrected the starting fault. If the fault cannot be identified, do not continue to try and start the engine, but contact an approved dealer. Do not park the vehicle or run the engine in locations where combustible substances or materials such as grass or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system.
Particle filter
The particle filter is used in the treatment of exhaust gases from petrol engines. Depending on the vehicle, the warning light displayed on the instrument panel indicates that the filter is becoming clogged and requires cleaning. To clean it, when the warning light appears, and as traffic conditions and speed limits allow, drive at between about 31 mph (50 km/h) and 68 mph (110 km/h) until the light goes out.
After between approximately 5 and 20 minutes, the warning light should go out.
Note: The indicator light may go out after 20 minutes when the driving conditions needed to clean the filter are not completely met. If the vehicle is stopped before the warning light disappears you will have to restart the process from the begin- ning.
DRIVING ADVICE, ECO DRIVING (1/4)
Fuel consumption is accredited in accordance with a standard regulatory method. Identical for all manufactur- ers, this enables vehicles to be com- pared with one another. Consumption in real time depends on vehicle usage conditions, the equipment fitted and the user’s driving style. To optimise fuel consumption, please refer to the following advice.
Depending on the vehicle, you will have various functions which enable you to lower your fuel consumption:
- the rev counter;
- gear change indicator;
- ECO mode;
ECO mode
ECO mode is a function which optimises fuel consumption. It affects certain driving operations (acceleration, shifting gears, cruise control, deceleration etc.). Limiting acceleration enables low fuel consumption in urban and surrounding areas.
Activating the function
Press switch 2. The 3 warning light comes on on the instrument panel to confirm activation. While driving, it is possible to leave the ECO mode temporarily in order to improve 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 2. Warning light 3 goes out on the instrument panel to confirm deactiva- tion.
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 stationary.
- Speed is expensive.
- Dynamic driving with a lot of frequent acceleration and braking is expensive on fuel in comparison to the time saved.
- Do not overrev the engine in the intermediate gears.
You should always use the highest gear possible. - Avoid sudden acceleration.
- Brake as little as possible. If you anticipate an obstacle or bend in advance, 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.
Obstructions to the driver On the driver’s side, only use mats suitable for the vehicle, attached with the pre-fitted components, and check the fitting regularly. Do not lay one mat on top of another.
There is a risk of wedging the pedals.
REAR CAMERA
When the vehicle ignition is switched on, the screen 2 fixed to the windscreen will display a warning message for approximately five seconds, then it will display the view behind the vehicle using the camera 1.
Note: the screen 2 can be positioned left to right or top to bottom.
Special features
The camera is equipped with an auto- matic de-icer which is activated when the temperature is below approximately 8°C. Make sure that the 1 camera is not ob- scured (by dirt, mud, snow, condensa- tion etc.).
This function is an additional aid. It cannot, therefore, under any circumstances replace the vigilance or the responsibility of the driver.
The driver should always be ready for sudden incidents while driv- ing: always ensure that there are no small, narrow moving obstacles (such as a child, animal, pushchair, bicycle, stone, post, etc.) in the blind spot when manoeuvring.
Operation
The camera’s field of vision does not cover the entire area behind the vehi- cle, particularly the blind spot area A. On vehicles equipped with the Stop and Start function, the display remains active when the engine is in standby. Objects which appear on the edge of screen 2 may be deformed. In very bright light (snow, vehicle in sunshine, etc.), the camera view may be partially disturbed. In low brightness or poor weather, the image on the screen may be dis- torted.
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
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, particularly 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 per- formance relating to the road surface and road-holding. 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.).
DRIVER CORRECTION DEVICES, AIDS
Electronic stability control (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- steering (loss of front axle road hold- ing). - 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
These functions are an additional aid in the event of critical driving conditions, enabling the vehicle behaviour 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).
Disabling the traction control system
In some situations (driving on very wet ground: snow, mud, etc. or driving with snow chains fitted), the system may reduce the engine output to limit wheel- spin. If this is not required, it is possible to deactivate the function by pressing switch 1. In this case, the warning light comes on steady on the instru- ment panel accompanied by the message “ESC OFF”. This action does not deactivate the ESC. The traction control system offers ad- ditional safety. It is recommended that you do not drive with the function disa- bled. Correct this as soon as possible by pressing the switch 1 again.
Note: The function is reactivated auto-matically when the ignition is switched on or when a speed of approximately 30 mph (50 km/h) is exceeded.
Emergency brake assist
This is an additional system to ABS which helps reduce vehicle stopping distances.
Operating principle
The system is for detecting an emer- gency braking situation. In this case, the braking system immediately devel- ops maximum power and may trigger ABS regulation. ABS braking is maintained as long as the brake pedal is not released.
Hazard warning lights switching on
Depending on the vehicle, these may light up in the event of sudden decel- eration.
Operating faults
When the system detects an operating fault the message “CHECK BRAKING SYSTEM” appears on the instrument panel along with the © warning light. Consult an approved dealer.
Hill start assistance
Depending on the gradient of the in- cline, this system assists the driver when starting on a hill. It prevents the vehicle from rolling backwards by au- tomatically applying the brakes when the driver lifts his/her foot off the brake pedal to depress the accelerator pedal.
System operation
It only operates when the gear lever is in a position other than neutral and the vehicle is completely stationary (brake pedal depressed).
The system holds the vehicle for ap- proximately 2 seconds. The brakes are then gradually released (the vehicle will move according to the slope).
The hill start assistance system cannot completely prevent the vehicle from rolling backwards in all situations (extremely steep gradients etc.).
In all cases, the driver may depress the brake pedal to prevent the vehi- cle from rolling backwards.
The hill start assistance function should not be used for prolonged stops: use the brake pedal. This function is not designed to immobilise the vehicle permanently.
If necessary, use the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The driver must remain particularly vigilant when driving on slippery or low-grip surfaces. Risk of serious injury.
Driver assistance with a trailer
This system helps to maintain control over the vehicle while using a trailer. It detects shaking caused by towing a trailer under certain driving conditions.
Operating conditions
- The towbar must be approved by an authorised dealer;
- the harness must be approved by an authorised dealer;
- the towbar must be connected to the vehicle.
Operating principle
The function stabilises the vehicle by:
- asymmetric braking of the front wheels to reduce shaking caused by the trailer;
- braking of all four wheels and limita- tion on engine torque to reduce the vehicle speed until the shaking has stopped.
Traction control – Extended grip
If fitted on the vehicle, grip control makes it easier to control the vehicle on low grip surfaces (soft ground, etc.). These functions are an ad- ditional aid in the event of critical driving conditions, enabling the vehicle behaviour 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).
“Road” mode
When the vehicle starts, the message “Standard road mode on” is displayed on the instrument panel. The default mode Road enables opti- mal use under normal road conditions (dry, wet, light snow, etc.). “Road” mode uses traction control func- tions.
“Soft ground” mode
Press the 2 switch: the message “Grip Extend Loose Surface ON” is displayed on the instrument panel. This position enables optimal usage on soft ground (mud, sand, dead leaves, etc.). In this position, engine speed is left under the driver’s control. The system automatically switches to “Road” mode at speeds above about 31 mph (50 km/h). The message “Standard road mode on” is displayed on the instrument panel to warn you.
Switching on
Press switch 1 on the side showing The warning light 5 illuminates in orange and, depending on the vehi- cle, the message “Speed limiter ON” or “Speed Limiter XXX mph (km/h)” ap- pears on the instrument panel accom- panied by dashes to indicate that the speed limiter function is activated and waiting to store a limit speed.
To store the current speed, press switch 3 (SET/-): the limited speed re- places the dashes. The minimum stored speed is 20 mph (30 km/h).
Driving
When a limited speed has been stored and provided this speed is not reached, driving is similar to driving a vehicle without the speed limiter function. Once you have reached the stored speed, no effort on the accelerator pedal will allow you to exceed the programmed speed except in an emergency (refer to information on “Exceeding the limit speed”).
Varying the limit speed
The limit speed may be changed by repeatedly pressing:
- switch 2 (RES/+) to increase speed;
- switch 3 (SET/-) to reduce speed.
FAQ
The Renault Express is a compact light commercial vehicle or small van.
It likely offers a selection of efficient petrol and diesel engines.
As of my last update, there were no indications of an electric or hybrid version for the 2023 Express.
The payload capacity is expected to be competitive within its class, suitable for small business needs and urban deliveries.
It is likely available with both manual and automatic transmission options.
The Express is primarily designed as a two-seater for commercial use.
Key safety features may include ABS, airbags, electronic stability control, and rear parking sensors.
The Express offers a generous cargo space, optimized for utility and ease of access.
It likely includes basic modern technology like a functional infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, and USB ports.
Yes, it typically features sliding side doors for convenient loading and unloading.
The interior is designed for practicality, with durable materials and functional storage solutions.
The cargo area is versatile and can be customized with various shelving and storage solutions to suit different professional requirements.
Roof racks and other external storage solutions are likely available as optional extras or aftermarket additions.
The warranty terms vary by region but typically include a standard manufacturer’s warranty for a certain period or mileage.
With its compact size and efficient engines, the Express is well-suited for urban driving and manoeuvring in tight spaces.