Renault Clio: Front end lower cross member: General description

Renault Clio III (2005-2013) Service Manual / Panelwork / Front Lower Structure / Front end lower cross member: General description

WARNING

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 that there are no special notes associated with this vehicle.

These special notes are specified if necessary in other parts of the sub-section dealing with the component.

Note: For a detailed description of a particular connection, see MR 400, 40A, General Information.

DESIGN OF THE STRUCTURAL COMPONENT

Renault Clio. Front end lower cross member: General description

A special feature of this part is that it is bolted to the ends of the front side members via the radiator cross member mounting support.

Front impact cross member: Removal - Refitting

Renault Clio. Front impact cross member: Removal - Refitting

I - REMOVAL

1 - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION

2 - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART CONCERNED

Renault Clio. Front impact cross member: Removal - Refitting

II - REFITTING

1 - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART CONCERNED

WARNING

The cross member contributes to the structural rigidity of the engine compartment. For this reason, the tightening torque must be observed following any operation.

2 - FINAL OPERATION

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