towing RENAULT TWINGO 2009 2.G Engine And Peripherals Workshop Manual

19B-16
EXHAUST
Catalytic converter: Removal - Refitting
D4F, and 780 or 782
19B
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (MR 411, 02A, Lifting equip-
ment).
aDisconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Re-
fitting) (MR 411, 80A, Battery).
aRemove:
-the air filter unit (see 12A, Fuel mixture, Air filter
unit: Removal - Refitting, page 12A-13) ,
-the air filter box strut bolt,-the air filter box strut,
-the upstream oxygen sensor (see 17B, Petrol in-
jection, Oxygen sensors: Removal - Refitting,
page 17B-13) . Tightening torquesm
catalytic converter lower
bracket bolt on the gear-
box44 N.m
bolts of the catalytic
converter lower bracket
on the engine25 N.m
side bracket bolts on the
catalytic converter21 N.m
side bracket bolts on the
engine21 N.m
catalytic converter nuts
on the turbocharger (ini-
tial torque)20 N.m
catalytic converter nuts
on the turbocharger30 N.m
bolts of the catalytic
converter lower bracket
on the catalytic con-
verter (initial torque)20 N.m
bolts of the catalytic
converter lower bracket
on the catalytic con-
verter30 N.m
exhaust downpipe bolts21 N.m
catalytic converter strut
nut21 N.m
catalytic converter strut
bolt on the rocker cover21 N.m

19B-23
EXHAUST
Expansion chamber: Removal - Refitting
D4F, and 780 or 782
19B
REMOVING THE FRONT SECTION OF THE
EXPANSION CHAMBER
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (MR 411, 02A, Lifting equip-
ment).
II - REMOVAL OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRemove:
-the clip (1) between the front section of the expan-
sion chamber and the expansion chamber,
-the bolts (2) and the springs from the front section
of the expansion chamber on the catalytic convert-
er,-the front section of the expansion chamber,
-the exhaust downpipe sealing ring from the catalyt-
ic converter and discard it.
REFITTING THE FRONT SECTION OF THE
EXPANSION CHAMBER
aParts always to be replaced:
-any stud and/or nut from the damaged catalytic
converter,
-the exhaust system sealing ring on the catalytic
converter,
-clip.
I - REFITTING PREPARATIONS OPERATION
aUsing RUBBING PADS clean the bearing faces of:
-on the catalytic converter,
-on the exhaust system.
aThen, degrease the bearing faces with SURFACE
CLEANER (see Vehicle: Parts and consumables
for the repair) (MR 411, 04B, Consumables - Prod-
ucts).
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aPlace the front section of the expansion chamber on
the catalytic converter fitted with a new sealing ring.
aRefit:
-the expansion chamber front section bolts and
springs on the catalytic converter,
-a new clip between the front section of the expan-
sion chamber and the expansion chamber,
aTorque tighten the expansion chamber front sec-
tion bolts on the catalytic converter (21 Nm).
REMOVING THE EXPANSION CHAMBER
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (MR 411, 02A, Lifting equip-
ment).
II - REMOVAL OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRemove the clip between the front section of the ex-
pansion chamber and the expansion chamber.
aRemove the expansion chamber. Tightening torquesm
expansion chamber
front section bolts on
the catalytic converter21 Nm
IMPORTANT
Consult the safety and cleanliness advice and oper-
ation recommendations before carrying out any
repair (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust: Precautions
for the repair, page 19B-8) .
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19B-25
EXHAUST
Expansion chamber: Removal - Refitting
K4M
19B
REMOVING THE EXHAUST PIPE FRONT
EXPANSION CHAMBER
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (02A, Lifting equipment).
aRemove:
-the engine undertray bolts,
-the engine undertray.II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aRemove the expansion chamber clip (1) .
aRemove:
-the nuts (2) on the catalytic converter bracket,
-the expansion chamber,
-the catalytic converter seal,
-the catalytic converter studs using a roller-type
stud removal tool. Equipment required
roller-type stud removal tool
Tightening torquesm
catalytic converter studs7 N.m
catalytic converter
bracket nuts21 N.m
IMPORTANT
To avoid all risk of damage to the systems, apply
the safety and cleanliness instructions and opera-
tion recommendations before carrying out any
repair (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust: Precautions
for the repair, page 19B-8) .
IMPORTANT
Wear protective gloves during the operation.
IMPORTANT
Wear heat protective gloves during the operation.
WARNING
To prevent the surrounding components from over-
heating, do not damage (tear, pierce bend etc.) a
heat shield.
All damaged heat shields must be replaced.
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19B-26
EXHAUST
Expansion chamber: Removal - Refitting
K4M
19B
REMOVING THE EXHAUST PIPE REAR
EXPANSION CHAMBER
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (02A, Lifting equipment).
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aCut the exhaust pipe (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust:
Precautions for the repair, page 19B-8) in the des-
ignated cutting area downstream from the expan-
sion chamber (see ) .
aRemove:
-the rubber mounting bush bolt (3) ,
-the clip (4) from the expansion chamber,
-the expansion chamber.
REFITTING THE EXHAUST PIPE FRONT
EXPANSION CHAMBER
I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION
aUse ABRASIVE PADS to clean the bearing faces of
the expansion chamber on the catalytic converter
(see Vehicle: Parts and consumables for the re-
pair) (04B, Consumables - Products).aNext, degrease these bearing faces using SUR-
FACE CLEANER and clean cloths (see Vehicle:
Parts and consumables for the repair) (04B, Con-
sumables - Products).
aAlways replace:
-the catalytic converter seal,
-the expansion chamber clip,
-the catalytic converter studs.
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit new studs on the catalytic converter.
aTorque tighten the catalytic converter studs (7
N.m).
aRefit:
-a new catalytic converter seal,
-the expansion chamber,
-the clip on the expansion chamber.
aTorque tighten the catalytic converter bracket
nuts (21 N.m).
aTighten the clip bolt while guiding the exhaust pipe
to ensure correct alignment.
aCheck:
-that all the exhaust pipe heat shields are in place
and properly attached.
-that there is no contact with the underbody,
-that there are no leaks.
III - FINAL OPERATION.
aRefit the engine undertray.
REFITTING THE EXHAUST PIPE REAR
EXPANSION CHAMBER
I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION
aAlways replace the expansion chamber clip.
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit:
-the expansion chamber,
-an expansion chamber clip.
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19B-28
EXHAUST
Intermediate pipe: Removal - Refitting
K9K
19B
PARTS AND CONSUMABLES FOR THE REPAIR
Pièces à remplacer systématiquement :
-any stud and/or nut from the damaged catalytic con-
verter,
-the exhaust system sealing ring on the catalytic con-
verter,
-clip.
Ingrédients :
-ABRASIVE PADS,
-SURFACE CLEANER.
REMOVING THE FRONT SECTION OF THE
INTERMEDIATE PIPE
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift ( (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) ).
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aRemove:
-the exhaust pipe springs and bolts on the catalytic
converter,
-the clip between the front section of the intermedi-
ate pipe and the intermediate pipe,
-the front section of the intermediate pipe,
-the sealing ring of the exhaust pipe on the catalytic
converter and throw it in the bin.
REFITTING THE FRONT SECTION OF THE
INTERMEDIATE PIPE
I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION
aUsing RUBBING PADS clean the bearing faces of:
-on the catalytic converter,
-on the exhaust system.
aNext, degrease these bearing faces using SUR-
FACE CLEANER ( (see Vehicle: Parts and con-
sumables for the repair) ) and clean cloths.
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aFit the intermediate pipe, fitted with a new sealing
ring, onto the catalytic converter.
aRefit a new clip between the front section of the in-
termediate pipe and the intermediate pipe.
aRefit the exhaust pipe springs and bolts on the cata-
lytic converter.
aTorque tighten the exhaust pipe bolts on the cata-
lytic converter (21 Nm).
REMOVING THE INTERMEDIATE PIPE
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift ( (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) ).
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aRemove the clip between the front section of the in-
termediate pipe and the intermediate pipe.
aRemove the intermediate pipe.
aCut the exhaust pipe (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust:
Precautions for the repair, page 19B-8) in the des-
ignated area to be cut (see ) .
aRemove:
-the intermediate pipe rubber mounting bush bolt on
the body,
-the connector pipe,
-the rubber mounting bush bolt on the intermediate
pipe,
-the intermediate pipe rubber mounting bush. Tightening torquesm
exhaust pipe bolts on
the catalytic converter21 Nm
IMPORTANT
Consult the safety and cleanliness advice and oper-
ation recommendations before carrying out any
repair (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust: Precautions
for the repair, page 19B-8) .

19B-30
EXHAUST
Intermediate pipe: Removal - Refitting
D4F, and 772 – D7F
19B
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (02A, Lifting equipment).
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aRemove the clip between the catalytic converter and
the intermediate pipe.
aRemove the intermediate pipe
aCut the exhaust pipe (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust:
Precautions for the repair, page 19B-8) in the des-
ignated area to be cut (see ) .
aRemove:
-the intermediate pipe rubber mounting bush bolt on
the body,
-the connector pipe,
-the rubber mounting bush bolt on the intermediate
pipe,
-the intermediate pipe rubber mounting bush.
REFITTING
REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART CONCERNED
aRefit:
-the rubber mounting bush of the intermediate pipe,
-the rubber mounting bush bolt on the intermediate
pipe.
aFit the intermediate pipe.
aAttach the intermediate pipe to the vehicle using the
intermediate pipe rubber mounting bush bolt.
aFit a new After-Sales sleeve and follow the instruc-
tions (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust: Precautions
for the repair, page 19B-8) .
aRefit a new clip between the front section of the in-
termediate pipe and the intermediate pipe.aCheck the following and deal with if necessary:
-that there is no contact with the underbody,
-the presence and correct positioning of all the ex-
haust pipe heat shields.
aStart the vehicle.
aCheck that there are no leaks and deal with them if
necessary.
Note:
If replacing the rubber mounting bush, spray the
inside of the rubber mounting bush with aerosol
spray BRAKE CLEANER (see Vehicle: Parts
and consumables for the repair) (04B, Con-
sumables - Products) to facilitate fitting.

19B-31
EXHAUST
Silencer: Removal - Refitting
D4F or D7F or K9K
19B
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (MR 411, 02A, Lifting equip-
ment).
II - REMOVAL OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRemove the expansion chamber rubber mounting
bush bolt from the body.
aCut the exhaust pipe (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust:
Precautions for the repair, page 19B-8) in the des-
ignated area to be cut (see ) .
aDetach the rubber mounting bush rear silencer.
aRemove the rear silencer.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
a
aFit:
-the rear silencer,
-the new After-Sales sleeve (see 19B, Exhaust,
Exhaust: Precautions for the repair, page 19B-
8) .
aTighten the exhaust trunking.
aRefit the expansion chamber rubber mounting bush
bolt on the body.II - FINAL OPERATION
aCheck (and correct if necessary):
-that there is no contact with the underbody,
-the presence and correct positioning of all the ex-
haust pipe heat shields.
aStart the vehicle.
aCheck that there are no leaks and deal with them if
necessary.
D4F, and 780
Note:
If replacing the rubber mounting bush, spray the
inside of the rubber mounting bush with brake
cleaner (see Vehicle: Parts and consumables
for the repair) (MR 411, 04B, Consumables -
products) to facilitate fitting.
D4F, and 780

19B-32
EXHAUST
Silencer: Removal - Refitting
K4M
19B
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (02A, Lifting equipment).
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aCut the exhaust pipe (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust:
Precautions for the repair, page 19B-8) in the des-
ignated area to be cut (see ) .aUnclip the silencer from the rubber mounting bush at
(1) .
aRemove the silencer.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit the silencer.
aClip the silencer onto the rubber mounting bush.
aFit a new sleeve between the expansion chamber
and the silencer (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust: Pre-
cautions for the repair, page 19B-8) .
aTighten the sleeve while supporting the exhaust pipe
to ensure they are aligned.
II - FINAL OPERATION.
aCheck:
-that all the exhaust pipe heat shields are in place
and properly attached.
-that there is no contact with the underbody,
-that there are no leaks. IMPORTANT
To avoid all risk of damage to the systems, apply
the safety and cleanliness instructions and opera-
tion recommendations before carrying out any
repair (see 19B, Exhaust, Exhaust: Precautions
for the repair, page 19B-8) .
IMPORTANT
Wear heat protective gloves during the operation.
WARNING
To prevent the surrounding components from over-
heating, do not damage (tear, pierce bend etc.) a
heat shield.
All damaged heat shields must be replaced.
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IMPORTANT
Position the « nut and bolt securing the sleeve »
assembly so that the assembly cannot come into
contact with the underbody.

19C-4
TANK
Fuel tank: Removal - Refitting
D4F or D7F or K4M or K9K
19C
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (02A, Lifting equipment).
aDisconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Re-
fitting) (80A, Battery).
aDrain the fuel tank (see 19C, Tank, Fuel tank:
Draining, page 19C-1) .
aLift up:
-the rear bench seat,
-the carpet.
aRemove the access flap (1) to the fuel level sensor
module. Equipment requiredcomponent support
Tightening torquesm
tank bolts21 N.m
exhaust pipe rubber
mounting bush bolt21 N.m
clip between the cata-
lytic converter and the
rear silencer21 N.m
IMPORTANT
During this oper ation, be sure to:
-refrain from smoking or bringing red hot objects
close to the working area,
-be careful of fuel splashes when disconnecting the
union.
IMPORTANT
Wear leaktight gloves (Nitrile type) for this opera-
tion.
IMPORTANT
Wear goggles with side protectors for this opera-
tion.
WARNING
To prevent impurities from entering the circuit, plugs
must be fitted to the openings of all the fuel circuit
components exposed to the open air.
WARNING
To avoid any corrosion or damage, protect the
areas on which fuel is likely to run.
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19C-11
TANK
Filler neck: Removal - Refitting
D4F or D7F or K4M or K9K
19C
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aPosition the vehicle on a two-post lift (see Vehicle:
Towing and lifting) (02A, Lifting equipment).
aDisconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Re-
fitting) (80A, Battery).
aDrain the fuel tank (see 19C, Tank, Fuel tank:
Draining, page 19C-1) .
aRemove the rear right-hand wheel (see Wheel: Re-
moval - Refitting) (35A, Wheels and tyres).II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aDisconnect the anti-splashback pipe (1) .
aRemove:
-the clip (2) from the filling pipe,
-the filler neck earth bolt (3) .
aRemove:
-the fuel filler cap from the tank,
-the bolts (4) from the filler neck on the fuel filler
flap, Tightening torquesm
filler neck ear th bolt21 N.m
IMPORTANT
During this oper ation, be sure to:
-refrain from smoking or bringing red hot objects
close to the working area,
-be careful of fuel splashes when disconnecting the
union.
IMPORTANT
Wear goggles with side protectors for this opera-
tion.
IMPORTANT
Wear leaktight gloves (Nitrile type) for this opera-
tion.
WARNING
To prevent impurities from entering the circuit, place
protective plugs on all fuel circuit components
exposed to the open air.
WARNING
To avoid any corrosion or damage, protect the
areas on which fuel is likely to run.
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