torque RENAULT TWINGO 2009 2.G Chasiss Owners Manual
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36A-9
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column: Removal - Refitting
LEFT-HAND DRIVE
36A
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit:
-the intermediate shaft to the steering column,
-the bolt connecting the steering column to the inter-
mediate shaft.
aTorque tighten the bolt connecting the steering
column to the intermediate shaft (30 Nm).
aRefit:
-the steering column with the intermediate shaft on
the cross member using the retainer (6) ,
-the bolts on the steering column.
aTorque tighten the steering column bolts (21 Nm).
aConnect the power-assisted steering computer con-
nectors.aObserve the direction of fitting for the universal joint
cam nut and bolt.
afit the universal joint to the steering box.
aRefit the universal joint cam nut and bolt.
aPosition the universal joint cam nut and bolt.
aImmobilise the cam nut in its housing (on the univer-
sal joint).
aPretighten the universal joint cam nut and bolt. POWER ASSISTED STEERING
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STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column: Removal - Refitting
LEFT-HAND DRIVE
36A
aCheck that the universal joint is in the correct posi-
tion.
aTorque tighten the universal joint bolt (24 Nm).
III - FINAL OPERATION.
aConnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refit-
ting) (MR 411, 80A, Battery).
aRefit:
-the ignition switch if the steering column is replaced
(see Ignition switch: Removal - Refitting) (MR
411, 82A, Immobiliser),
-the immobiliser antenna/transponder ring (see
Transponder ring: Removal - Refitting) (MR
411, 82A, Immobiliser),-the steering column switch assembly (see Steer-
ing column switch assembly: Removal - Refit-
ting) (MR 411, 84A, Steering column switch
assembly),
-the steering wheel (see 36A, Steering assembly,
Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting, page 36A-
23) ,
-the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal air-
bag: Removal - Refitting) (MR 411, 88C, Airbags
- Pretensioners).
aUnlock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic
tool (see Fault finding - Replacement of compo-
nents) (MR 413, 88C, Airbags - Pretensioners).
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36A-11
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column: Removal - Refitting
RIGHT-HAND DRIVE
36A
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aUnlock the steering column.
a
Lock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic tool
(see Fault finding - Replacement of components)
(MR 413, 88C, Airbags and seat belt pretensioners).
aDisconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Re-
fitting) (MR 411, 80A, Battery).
aRemove:
-the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal air-
bag: Removal - Refitting) (MR 411, 88C, Airbags
and pretensioners),
-the steering wheel (see 36A, Steering assembly,
Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting, page 36A-
23) .aRemove the rev counter (see Rev counter: Remov-
al - Refitting) (MR 411, 83A, Instrument panel).
aRemove:
-the dashboard lower cover (1) ,
-the bolts (2) from the steering wheel lower cover,
-the steering wheel lower cover (3) ,
-the steering wheel upper cover (4) ,
-the steering column switch assembly (see Steer-
ing column switch assembly: Removal - Refit-
ting) (MR 411, 84A, Control - Signals),
-the antenna/transponder ring (see Transponder
ring: Removal - Refitting) (MR 411, 82A, Immobi-
liser),
-the ignition switch if the steering column is replaced
(see Ignition switch: Removal - Refitting) (MR
411, 82A, Immobiliser). Equipment required
Diagnostic tool
Tightening torquesm
bolt connecting the
steer ing column and the
inter mediate shaft30 Nm
steer ing column bolts21 Nm
universal joint bolt24 Nm
IMPORTANT
To avoid any risk of triggering when working on
or near a pyrotechnic component (airbags or pre-
tensioners), lock the airbag computer using the
diagnostic tool.
When this function is activated, all the trigger
lines are inhibited and the airbag warning light on
the instrument panel lights up continuously (igni-
tion on).
IMPORTANT
Never handle the pyrotechnic systems (preten-
sioners or airbags) near to a source of heat or
naked flame - they may be triggered.
ENGINE REV COUNTER
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36A-13
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column: Removal - Refitting
RIGHT-HAND DRIVE
36A
-the bolt connecting the steering column and the in-
termediate shaft,
-the steering column intermediate shaft.
aRemove:
-the steering column bolts (10) ,
-the steering column with the intermediate shaft,
REFITTING
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aAlways replace:
-the steering wheel bolt,
-the universal joint cam nut and bolt.II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit:
-the intermediate shaft of the steering column,
-the bolt connecting the steering column and the in-
termediate shaft.
aTorque tighten the bolt connecting the steering
column and the intermediate shaft (30 Nm).
aRefit:
-the steering column with the intermediate shaft on
the cross member using the retainer (11) ,
-the bolts on the steering column.
aTorque tighten the steering column bolts (21 Nm).
aConnect the power-assisted steering computer con-
nectors. MANUAL STEERING
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STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column: Removal - Refitting
RIGHT-HAND DRIVE
36A
aObserve the direction of fitting for the universal joint
cam nut and bolt.
afit the universal joint to the steering box.
aRefit the universal joint cam nut and bolt.
aPosition the universal joint cam nut and bolt.
aImmobilise the cam nut in its housing (on the univer-
sal joint).
aPretighten the universal joint cam nut and bolt.
aCheck that the universal joint is in the correct posi-
tion.
aTorque tighten the universal joint bolt (24 Nm).
III - FINAL OPERATION.
aRefit:
-the ignition switch if the steering column is replaced
(see Ignition switch: Removal - Refitting) (MR
411, 82A, Immobiliser),
-the antenna/transponder ring (see Transponder
ring: Removal - Refitting) (MR 411, 82A, Immobi-
liser),
-the steering column switch assembly (see Steer-
ing column switch assembly: Removal - Refit-
ting) (MR 411, 84A, Control - Signals),
-the steering wheel upper cover,
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36A-18
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Intermediate shaft: Removal - Refitting
36A
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aRemove the dashboard lower trim.
aDisconnect the various connectors.
aUnblock then loosen the intermediate shaft on the
steering column side, without removing it.
aPut the steering wheel straight with the axle in line.
aLock the steering wheel.
aDisconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Re-
fitting) (80A, Battery). Tightening torquesm
intermediate shaft bolt
on the steering column
side29 Nm
universal joint bolt24 Nm
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(1) Cover of universal joint cam nut
(2) Universal joint bolt
(3) Inter mediate shaft
(4) Inter mediate shaft bolt on steer-
ing column side
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36A-20
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Intermediate shaft: Removal - Refitting
36A
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aFit the intermediate shaft on the steering column
while taking care not to shift it more than one tooth in
relation to its initial position.
aCheck that the intermediary shaft on the steering
column side is in the correct position.
aPretighten the intermediate shaft bolt on the steering
column side.
aPull on the intermediate shaft of the steering column
to check presence of the bolt in the neck.
aConnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refit-
ting) (80A, Battery).
aUnlock the steering wheel.
aObserve the direction of fitting for the universal joint
cam nut.
aRefit the universal joint.aCheck that the universal joint is in the correct posi-
tion on the steering rack attack pinion stem.
aPretighten the universal joint bolt.
aTighten to torque:
-the intermediate shaft bolt on the steering col-
umn side (29 Nm),
-the universal joint bolt (24 Nm).
III - FINAL OPERATION.
aConnect the various connectors.
aRefit the dashboard lower trim.
aCheck that correct alignment of the steering wheel
then perform a geometry of the front axle if neces-
sary (see 30A, General information, Front axle
assembly: Adjustment values, page 30A-31) .
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36A-22
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column adjustment handle: Removal - Refitting36A
REFITTING
I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION
aII - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit:
-the adjustment handle,
-the locking mechanism, taking care to correctly in-
dex the cam and the toothed plate in the bracket
opening,
-the nut on the adjustment handle.
III - FINAL OPERATION
aRefit the steering wheel lower cover.
aConnect the various connectors.
aClip on the dashboard lower trim.
aConnect the battery (see ) (80A, Battery).
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(4) Handle
(5) Inde xed adjustment plates
(6) Connection shaft
(7) Locking mechanism
(8) Adjustment handle shaft nut
Note:
When refitting the handle, ensure that the retain-
ing spring and the two notched segments are
correctly positioned. Check that the teeth are
interlocked and not in the tooth on tooth position.
Note:
The amount of effort required to operate the han-
dle is determined by how much it is tightened.
Test to determine the correct tightening. The
measurement of effor t must be made with a
torque wrench (Unlocking effort - 10N minimum /
Locking effor t - 60N maximum).
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36A-23
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting
36A
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aApply the procedure for deactivating the safety sys-
tems. (see Airbag and pretensioners: Precau-
tions for the repair)
a
aRemove the driver's front airbag (see Driver's fron-
tal airbag: Removal - Refitting) .
aSet the wheels straight ahead.
aDisconnect the connectors.II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aRemove the steering wheel bolt (1) .
aRemove the steering wheel.
a
REFITTING
I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION
aparts always to be replaced: Steering wheel bolt. Tightening torquesm
new steering wheel bolt44 N.m
IMPORTANT
Consult the safety and cleanliness advice and oper-
ation recommendations before carrying out any
repair (see Steering: Precautions for the repair) .
WARNING
Incorrect wheel alignment may damage the
rotary switch.
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WARNING
To ensure that the electronic systems operate
correctly, do not damage the locking systems of
the connectors.
WARNING
To prevent damaging the rotary switch, do not
turn the mobile section of the rotar y switch.
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STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering wheel: Removal - Refitting
36A
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
a
aRefit the steering wheel.
aConnect the connectors.
aRefit the new steering wheel bolt.
aTorque tighten the new steering wheel bolt (44
N.m).
III - FINAL OPERATION
aRefit the driver's front airbag (see Driver's frontal
airbag: Removal - Refitting) .
IV - CHECKING AFTER REPAIR
aSwitch on the ignition.
aCheck the operation of the rotary switch:
-turn the steering wheel to the left until it stops,
-turn the steering wheel to the right until it stops,
-check that there are no faults on the instrument
panel.
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WARNING
In order not to damage the steering wheel or
steering column, the steering wheel-column fool-
proofing devices must be aligned.