Target Audience:
Compact sedan buyers seeking practical four-door family transport with diesel and petrol engine options
Key Markets:
Europe, Turkey, Russia, South America, Middle East and select Asia-Pacific markets
Main Rivals:
Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Elantra, Ford Focus sedan, Skoda Octavia
Key Advantage:
Spacious rear seating and boot, frugal dCi diesel engines, strong value for money
Body Style:
Four-door compact sedan (C-segment)
Notable Equipment:
Available R-Link touchscreen navigation, keycard hands-free access, cruise control with speed limiter
Manual Type:
Complete factory-style service, repair and workshop manual
Coverage:
Every repair, maintenance, rebuild, refurbish and restore procedure for the 2016 Fluence
Illustrations:
Detailed illustrations, diagrams and wiring schematics with specifications
Instructions:
Step-by-step procedures for all diagnostic and repair work
Page Count:
N/A - full multi-section workshop manual, thousands of pages
Delivery Method:
Instant download on completion of payment - no shipping or waiting
Printability:
All pages printable; print only what you need for the workshop
Engine:
Complete mechanical, timing, cylinder head and internal engine repair procedures
Fuel and Emission Systems:
Petrol injection and dCi common-rail diesel fuel systems, EGR, DPF and emissions controls
Cooling and Lubrication:
Radiator, coolant circuits, oil pump and lubrication system service
Transmission and Clutch:
Manual gearbox and CVT/automatic transmission removal, overhaul and adjustment
Drivetrain:
Drive shafts, bearings and axle components
Suspension and Steering:
Front MacPherson strut and rear torsion beam suspension, power steering system
Brakes:
Disc and drum brakes, ABS, hydraulic circuits and parking brake
Electrical System:
Wiring schematics, fuses, relays, switches and instrumentation
Starting and Charging:
Starter motor, alternator and battery systems
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning service and diagnosis
Body and Interior:
Panels, trim, bumpers, doors, glass and interior components
Restraints:
Airbag (SRS) system and seat belt procedures
Wipers and Lighting:
Washer/wiper system and exterior/interior lighting circuits
Wheels and Tyres:
Wheel alignment specifications and tyre information
Keycard and Immobiliser:
Renault hands-free keycard, central locking and anti-theft systems
Diagnostics:
Fault code diagnosis, troubleshooting charts and on-board diagnostic procedures
Step-by-Step Repair:
Detailed removal, disassembly, inspection and refit instructions for every component
Adjustments:
Torque specifications, clearances and setting-up data throughout
Technical Depth:
Full workshop level - suitable for professional technicians and DIY owners alike
Parts Data:
Part numbers, specifications and torque values referenced within procedures
Fluids:
Engine oil, coolant, gearbox oil and brake fluid specifications included
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Petrol Engines:
1.6L 16v petrol (K4M family) and 2.0L 16v petrol options
Diesel Engines:
1.5 dCi common-rail turbodiesel (K9K family), multiple power outputs
1.5 dCi Output:
Approximately 81-81 kW (110 hp) depending on tune
1.6 16v Output:
Approximately 82 kW (110 hp)
2.0 16v Output:
Approximately 100 kW (137 hp)
Emissions Compliance:
Euro 5 / Euro 6 depending on market
Diesel:
Common-rail direct injection with turbocharger and intercooler
Petrol:
Multi-point fuel injection
Euro NCAP:
Fluence tested by Euro NCAP in the C-segment with four-star result for the model generation
Airbag Count:
Up to six airbags depending on market and trim
ABS with EBD:
Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution
ESC:
Electronic stability control with traction control
Emergency Brake Assist:
Brake assist on most variants
Airbags:
Driver, passenger, side and curtain airbags depending on trim
Seat Belts:
Pretensioners and load limiters
Structure:
Reinforced passenger cell with crumple zones; ISOFIX child seat anchors
Audio System:
CD/radio unit with USB and auxiliary input, Bluetooth hands-free and audio streaming
Navigation:
Available Carminat TomTom or R-Link touchscreen navigation depending on trim
Cruise Control:
Cruise control with speed limiter
Parking Sensors:
Rear parking sensors on higher trims
Rear Camera:
N/A - not specified for this model; rear camera offered only on select R-Link equipped versions
Keycard Access:
Hands-free Renault keycard with push-button start
Petrol Engines:
Service interval approximately every 15,000 km / 1 year
Diesel Engines:
Service interval approximately every 20,000-30,000 km / 1-2 years depending on market
Timing Belt:
Replace per schedule - typically around 120,000 km / 6 years for 1.5 dCi and 1.6 16v
Brake Fluid:
Replace every 2 years
Engine Oil:
5W-30 or 5W-40 per Renault specification (RN0700/RN0710 petrol, RN0720 diesel DPF)
Coolant:
Renault-approved long-life OAT type antifreeze mix
Gearbox Oil:
Per manual specification for manual, CVT and EDC units
Known Issues / Common Wear
1.5 dCi:
Watch injector seals, EGR valve coking and DPF regeneration on short-trip use
Electrical:
Keycard battery and card reader faults are common wear items
Suspension:
Front drop links and bushings are routine wear items
Manufacturer:
Renault, founded 1898 in France; Fluence built on the Renault-Nissan Alliance B platform
Debut:
Fluence introduced 2009 as a C-segment sedan derived from the Megane III
Facelift:
Updated styling and equipment from 2013; 2016 is a late production year of the run
Production End:
European production wound down mid-decade, with continued output for select markets
Assembly:
Primary production at Oyak-Renault, Bursa, Turkey; also assembled in Russia and other plants for local markets