Renault Clio: Axial ball joint linkage: Removal - Refitting

REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
- Position the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle: Towing and
lifting).
- Remove the front wheel (see 35A, Wheels and tyres,
Wheel: Removal - Refitting, 35A-1).
- Remove the track rod (see 36A, Steering assembly,
Track rod: Removal - Refitting, 36A-3).
- Remove the steering rack gaiter (see 36A, Steering
assembly, Steering box gaiter: Removal - Refitting, 36A-13).
- Unlock the steering column.
Note:
During this operation, the steering rack must be
in place on the vehicle.
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED

- Set up the (1) Dir. 1741 on the steering rack, at the
pinion end.
- Unlock the axial ball joint using tool (2) Dir. 1305- 01.
- Remove the axial ball joint.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION
- parts always to be replaced: Steering axial ball
joint washer (13,04,02,04)
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED

- Refit:
- a new washer (1),
- the axial ball joint (2).
- Torque tighten the axial ball joint (80 N.m) using
the tool (Dir. 1305-01).
- Remove the (Dir. 1741).
- Coat with SILICONE GREASE (see Vehicle: Parts
and consumables for the repair) :
- the steering rack,
- the axial ball joint.
III - FINAL OPERATION.
- Refit the steering box gaiter (see 36A, Steering assembly,
Steering box gaiter: Removal - Refitting, 36A-13).
- Refit the track rod (see 36A, Steering assembly,
Track rod: Removal - Refitting, 36A-3).
- Refit the wheel (see 35A, Wheels and tyres,
Wheel: Removal - Refitting, 35A-1).
- Check the axle geometry (see Axle assemblies: Check).
- If necessary, adjust the axle assemblies' geometry
(see 30A, General information, Front axle system:
Adjustment, 30A-23).
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VEHICLE WITH KEY
Intermediate shaft
Steering column adjustment
handle
Key-operated switch
VEHICLE WITH CARD
Intermediate shaft
Electric steering column lock
Steering column adjustment
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REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Disconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting).
Remove:
the mounting clips (1) from the lower trim of the
driver's side dashboard,
the
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Disconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting).
Remove:
the mounting clips (1) on the lower trim of the driver's
side dashboard,
the lo
SEE MORE:
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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REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
Disconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refitting)
Remove:
the air inlet duct (1),
the damper valve duct (2).
Remove:
the retaining bracket bolts (3),
the retaining bracket.
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
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