Renault Clio: Shock absorber: Removal - Refitting

Renault Clio. Shock absorber: Removal - Refitting

WARNING

To prevent any damage, do not use the rear axle as support for the lifting system.

WARNING

To prevent any suspension asymmetry, replace both of the shock absorbers on the same axle.

WARNING

To prevent the components of the rear axle from deteriorating (rubber bushes, brake hoses, etc.) do not remove the two shock absorbers at the same time. Proceed one side at a time.

REMOVAL

I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION

B85 or C85

EQUIPMENT LEVEL EAC or EQUIPMENT LEVEL SPORT

S85

Renault Clio. Shock absorber: Removal - Refitting

K85

Renault Clio. Shock absorber: Removal - Refitting

II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART CONCERNED

Renault Clio. Shock absorber: Removal - Refitting

Renault Clio. Shock absorber: Removal - Refitting

REFITTING

I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION

II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART CONCERNED

III - FINAL OPERATION

B85 or C85

EQUIPMENT LEVEL EAC or EQUIPMENT LEVEL SPORT

S85

K85

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