Renault Clio: Input shaft lip seal: Removal - Refitting
JH3 or JR5
- Replace the lip seal after opening the gearbox (see
Technical Note 3661A, gearbox JH - JR).
TL4

REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
- Remove:
- the gearbox (see 21A, Manual gearbox, Manual
gearbox: Removal - Refitting, 21A-12),
- the clutch thrust bearing (see 20A, Clutch, Clutch
thrust bearing: Removal - Refitting, 20A- 11).
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
- Drill a hole in the seal, using a 2.5 mm drill bit.
WARNING
Do not scratch the shaft or mating face.

- Fit a bolt in seal (1).
- Extract the seal (1) using pliers.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED

- Fit a new seal with its protector using the (Bvi.1601).
- Remove the protector.
II - FINAL OPERATION
- Refit:
- the clutch thrust bearing (see 20A, Clutch, Clutch
thrust bearing: Removal - Refitting, 20A- 11).
- the gearbox (see 21A, Manual gearbox, Manual
gearbox: Removal - Refitting, 21A-12).
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JH3 or JR5
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Position the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (MR 392, 02A, Lifting equipment).
Disconnect the battery (see Batter
TL4
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Remove:
the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting)
(80A, Battery),
the battery tray (see Battery tray: Removal - Refitting)
(80A, Battery).
SEE MORE:
INGREDIENT
Coolant GLACEOL RX (TYPE D)
Note:
Ready-to-use coolant or antifreeze must be diluted
with distilled water in accordance with the guidelines
marked on the container.
Engine cooling: Precautions for the repair
IMPORTANT
The circuits are designed to be pressurized, so be
careful at high temp
IMPORTANT
When working in the engine compartment, take
care as the radiator fan(s) may start up unexpectedly
(risk of being cut).
To avoid any risk of serious burns when the engine
is hot:
do not open the expansion bottle cap,
do not drain the cooling system,
do not open the bleed screw(s).
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