All the information contained in the Workshop Repair Manuals is intended for motor industry professionals only.

Since the manuals have been written to cover all the vehicles in the RENAULT range in all countries, the manuals do not take account, for example, of equipment legally required in specific countries.

The methods and diagnostic strategies recommended and described in these Workshop Repair Manuals have been drawn up for the use of professional automobile repair mechanics.

The system for accessing the Workshop Repair Manuals is identical to that for the Technical Notes.

In an effort to continuously improve the quality of repairs, the methods to be applied change, either following the release of new technology (antipollution, injection, electronics, etc.), because of the creation of new special tools (tool for checking belt tension, etc.) or because of the diagnostic strategies. The Workshop Repair Manuals and the Technical Notes must be consulted before any operation.

Given that the specifications of the vehicles are likely to change during the course of their time on the market, it is absolutely vital to check if there are any supplementary Technical Notes when searching for information.

To ensure good repair:

• Protect delicate parts of the vehicle (seats, steering wheel, wings, etc.).
• Disconnect the battery as far as possible (avoids short circuits, unintentional starting of the windscreenwiper motor, etc).
• Use the professional products recommended or original spare parts.
• Observe the tightening torques.
• Replace the spring-type pins, self-locking or cemented nuts or bolts after each removal.
• Take care with computers which cannot withstand overvoltage or handling errors.
• Do not replace parts one after another; first establish a precise diagnostic strategy (XR25, NXR, CLIP).
• Carry out a thorough check before returning the vehicle to the customer (reset the clock, alarm function,check lighting and signals, etc).
• Clean and degrease the parts to be cemented (threads, stub axle spline) to ensure good bonding.
• Quality vehicle repairs require that nothing be left to chance; it is absolutely vital that parts or components are refitted in their original condition (e.g. heat shields, wiring routing and pipework routing particularly in the vicinity of the exhaust system).
• Do not blow away dust (brakes, clutch, etc.), but rather vacuum it or clean the part using a damp cloth.
• Use professional products with care, for example, do not apply too much jointing paste to a sealing surface.
• Use exhaust fume extractors as often as possible.

The repair methods have been developed using special tools; they must be carried out using the same tools in order to ensure full safety at work and high-quality repair.

Materials approved by our specialists have been studied and tested and must be used with care to ensure correct performance.

• Handling certain assemblies (eg spring and shock absorber assembly, automatic gearbox, etc.) and certain components (braking, anti-lock braking system, air bag, etc.) requires particular attention in terms of safety, cleanliness, and above all, care.
• The (safety) symbol used in these manuals indicates that you must pay particular attention to the repair step or the tightening torques concerned.
• Do not use any flammable products to clean parts.
• Pay attention to health and safety:
• Use the correct tools and ensure that they are in good condition.
• Use the correct supports and posture if you need to make a physical effort or lift loads.
• Make sure that the procedure you are using is not dangerous.
• Use personal protective equipment (gloves, goggles, boots, masks, skin protection, etc.).
• In general, follow the safety advice which applies to the operation being carried out.
• Do not smoke while you are working on the vehicles.
• Use fume extractors (welding, exhaust fumes, etc.).
• Do not use poisonous products in unventilated rooms.
• Do not use excessive or inappropriate effort.
• Use axle stands when working under a vehicle raised on a jack.
  

• Do not allow refrigerant fluids to escape into the atmosphere.
• Do not pour any of the fluids in the vehicles (oil, brake fluid, etc.) down the drain.
• Do not burn old products (tyres, etc.).
  

The repair steps described in these documents are worthy of your attention. Read them carefully to reduce the risk of injury and to avoid incorrect methods likely to damage the vehicle or make it dangerous to use.

Following the repair steps recommended will therefore help you to supply a quality service which will ensure that vehicle performance and reliability are of the highest quality.

Maintenance and repairs carried out under good conditions are essential for the safe and reliable operation of our vehicles.

The Workshop Repair Manuals documentation gives you access to technical documentation (instructions for removal, testing and refitting).

The Workshop Repair Manuals documentation gives you access to technical documentation (instructions for removal, testing and refitting).