Renault Clio: Front end lower cross member: General description
WARNING
The information contained in the following
describes the general repair procedure for all vehicles
having the same design for this part.
Before reading this general information, check that
there are no special notes associated with this vehicle.
These special notes are specified if necessary
in other parts of the sub-section dealing with the
component.
Note:
For a detailed description of a particular connection,
see MR 400, 40A, General Information.
DESIGN OF THE STRUCTURAL COMPONENT

A special feature of this part is that it is bolted to the
ends of the front side members via the radiator cross
member mounting support.
Front impact cross member: Removal - Refitting

I - REMOVAL
1 - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
- Remove the front bumper (see Front bumper: Removal - Refitting).
- Remove the headlights (see ) (see Xenon headlight: Removal - Refitting).
2 - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED

- Remove side mounting bolts (1) (three on either
side).
II - REFITTING
1 - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
- Refit the side mounting bolts.
WARNING
The cross member contributes to the structural
rigidity of the engine compartment. For this reason,
the tightening torque must be observed following
any operation.
- Torque tighten the side mounting bolts (1) (44
Nm).
2 - FINAL OPERATION
- Refit the headlights (see ) (see Xenon headlight: Removal - Refitting).
- Refit the front bumper (see Front bumper: Removal - Refitting).
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Note:
The information contained in the following
describes the general repair procedure for all vehicles
having the same design for this part.
Before reading this general information, check that
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IMPORTANT
Use a repair bench to ensure the positioning of the
points and the geometry of the axle assemblies.
Note:
The information contained in the following
describes the general repair procedure fo
IMPORTANT
Use a repair bench to ensure the positioning of the
points and the geometry of the axle assemblies.
Note:
The information contained in the following
describes the general repair procedure fo
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D4F or K4J or K4M or M4R
IMPORTANT
During this operation, be sure to:
be careful of fuel splashes when disconnecting the
union.
IMPORTANT
Wear goggles with side protectors for this operation.
IMPORTANT
Wear leaktight gloves (Nitrile type) for this operation.
WARNING
To avoid any corrosion or da
Luggage retaining cross member: Removal - Refitting
I - REMOVAL
1 - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Remove the luggage compartment carpet.
Remove the rear bench seat.
Remove the protective carpet of the luggage retaining
cross member.
2 - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
Remove:
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