Renault Clio: Electric steering column lock: Removal - Refitting
Renault Clio III (2005-2013) Service Manual / Electrical Equipment / Engine Immobiliser / Electric steering column lock: Removal - Refitting
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
- Lock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic tool to unlock the steering column lock (see Fault finding - Replacement of components) (MR 394, 88C, Airbags and seat belt pretensioners).
- Unclip trim (1).
- Unclip:
- the plasti-rivet (2),
- the bolt (3).
- Remove the door seal.
- Remove the dashboard side face (4).
- Remove:
- the bolt (5),
- the lower cover trim (6).
- Remove the lower cover (7).
- Unclip the connectors.
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART CONCERNED
- Disconnect the connector.
- Remove the electric steering column lock mounting bolt (8) by turning it clockwise.
WARNING
The electric steering column lock mounting bolt has a left-hand thread, it is unscrewed in the opposite direction.
- Remove the electric steering column lock.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART CONCERNED
- Position the electric steering column lock,
- Torque tighten the steering column lock mounting bolt (8 Nm) (8),
- Clip the connector.
CODING OF THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK.
Note: The electric lock is supplied without a code. The engine immobiliser code must be programmed when it is fitted to allow the ignition to be switched on.
WARNING
The injection computer retains the immobiliser code for life.
The system has no security code.
It is forbidden to perform tests with computers borrowed from the Parts Department or from another vehicle which must then be returned.
These computers are permanently coded.
- If replacing the steering column lock, carry out the necessary operations using the diagnostic tool (see Fault finding, Replacement of components) (MR 394, 87B, Passenger compartment connection unit).
Note: The electric steering column lock locks the steering column after a few seconds; coding is then complete. The red immobiliser warning light flashes to indicate that the engine immobiliser function is active.
II - FINAL OPERATION.
- Clip on:
- the mounting for the connectors,
- the connectors,
- the sump.
- Tighten the bolts (3), (5),
- Clip on:
- the plastic rivet,
- the dashboard side panel,
- the trim (1),
- the door seal,
- the dashboard lower trim (6).
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REMOVAL
OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
VEHICLE WITH KEY
Remove the bolt (1).
Open the key with a coin (2).
VEHICLE WITH CARD
Remove the mechanical insert (3).
REFITTING
I - REFITT
Card reader: Removal - Refitting
VEHICLE WITH CARD
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Remove the centre console (see Centre console:
Removal - Refitting) (MR 393, 57A, Interior equipment).
Unclip the trim at (1) and (2
Instrument Panel
Clock: Before/after repair procedure
SETTING THE CLOCK
WITHOUT NAVIGATION AID, and RADIO NO. 01
or RADIO NO. 02 or RADIO NO. 03 or RADIO NO.
04 or RADIO NO. 05 or RADIO NO. 06 or RADIO
NO. 07 or RADIO
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Engine stand: General description
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 for all vehicles
having the same design for this part.
Before reading this general information, check
Driving advice, Eco-driving
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.
Sporty driving uses a lot of fuel: drive
with a light right foot.
Do not overrev the engi
