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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Warnings and recommendations
Unless otherwise advised by the manufacturer, the following procedures are recommended:
Unless otherwise advised by the manufacturer, the following procedures are recommended:
Always fit a new timing belt after removal
Always fit a new timing belt after removal
Check the tensioner and idler pulleys; renew if necessary
Check the tensioner and idler pulleys; renew if necessary
Never turn the engine in the direction opposite to that of normal operation
Never turn the engine in the direction opposite to that of normal operation
Check the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and oil contamination
Check the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and oil contamination
Note: The engine must be cold before timing belt adjustment
Note: The engine must be cold before timing belt adjustment
Note: Avoid bending, torsion or traction
Note: Avoid bending, torsion or traction

General
Do not remove the tensioner locking pin before the timing belt is put into position

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Before disconnecting the battery cable, check the
audio system security code

Removal

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Disconnect the battery earth cable
Disconnect the positive battery cable
Remove the right front wheel
Remove the right front splash guard
Remove the engine lower cover
Remove the ancillary drive belt tensioner pulley
Remove the ancillary drive belts
Lock the flywheel
Insert a screwdriver

Remove the crankshaft pulley

Refit the crankshaft pulley bolt
Remove the screwdriver
Fit the special tool to support the engine
The engine must be secured to ensure drive train alignment
Mark the engine/gearbox supports
Remove the right-hand engine support

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Remove the timing belt upper cover

Remove the middle timing cover

Remove the timing belt lower cover

Turn the crankshaft to TDC for cylinder 1

Note: Do not turn the engine anti-clockwise

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Align the crankshaft timing marks

Lock the crankshaft by fitting a locking pin into

the flywheel Mot 1054

Check the camshaft timing marks

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Remove the tensioner pulley

Remove the timing belt
Renew the tensioner

Installation
Check the timing marks

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Fit the tensioner pulley

Position the tensioner pulley as shown

Do not remove the tensioner locking pin before the timing belt is put into position

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Align the timing marks on the timing belt with
the marks on the camshaft and crankshaft
gearwheels

Check that the crankshaft is still locked at the flywheel Mot 1054
Fit the timing belt

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Remove the crankshaft TDC positioning tool Mot 1054
Unlock the tensioner
Pre-tension the timing belt
Turn the tensioner anti-clockwise until the pointer is positioned as shown
Use an Allen key 6 mm

Tighten the tensioner pulley 24 Nm

Turn the crankshaft clockwise, 6 rotations
Check that the locking pin can be inserted and removed Mot 1054
Note: Repeat the procedure if the special tool does not fit
Loosen the tensioner pulley, keeping it steady with an Allen key 6 mm
Align the marks on the tensioner

Tighten the tensioner pulley 24 Nm

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2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Note: Restart the fitting procedure if the
tensioner is in contact with the cylinder head

Lock the flywheel

Use a screwdriver

Fit the timing belt lower cover

Fit the crankshaft pulley
Remove the screwdriver
Refit the middle timing cover

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RENAULT Clio (X65) II (Symbol/Thalia/Campus) 1.2 16V (D4F-714) 2000 until

2006

Timing belt: removal/installation

Refit the timing belt upper cover 33 Nm

Refit the engine support

Fit the ancillary drive belt
Fit the ancillary drive belt tensioner
Refit the engine covers
Refit the front right splash guard
Refit the front right wheel
Reconnect the battery

Torque settings
Crankshaft pulley:
use new bolt(s) 40 Nm + 70° ± 6°
Tensioner pulley nut: 24 Nm
Upper timing covers: 33 Nm
Tensioner pulley: 24 Nm
Ancillary drive belt tensioner: 37 Nm

Special tools
Flywheel locking pin: Mot. 582-01
TDC locking pin Mot. 1054

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