cover RENAULT TWINGO RS 2009 2.G Chasiss User Guide

36A-14
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-15
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column: Removal - Refitting
RIGHT-HAND DRIVE
36A
-the steering wheel lower cover,
-the steering wheel lower cover bolts,
-the dashboard lower cover.
aRefit the rev counter (see Rev counter: Removal -
Refitting) (MR 411, 83A, Instrument panel).
aRefit:
-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
and pretensioners).
aConnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refit-
ting) (MR 411, 80A, Battery).
a
Unlock the airbag computer using the Diagnostic
tool (see Fault finding - Replacement of compo-
nents) (MR 413, 88C, Airbags and pretensioners). ENGINE REV COUNTER
IMPORTANT
To avoid a fault with or even triggering of pyro-
technic components (airbags or pretensioners),
check the airbag computer using the diagnostic
tool.

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-19
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Intermediate shaft: Removal - Refitting
36A
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aEject the cover (1) using a hammer.
aRemove:
-the universal joint bolt (2) (do not keep),
-the cam nut from the universal joint.
aRemove the intermediate shaft from the steering
box.
aMark the position of the intermediate shaft on the
column.aRemove:
-the bolt (4) from the intermediate shaft on the steer-
ing column side.
-the intermediate shaft (3) by pulling it in the direc-
tion of the arrow.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION
aAlways replace:
-the universal joint bolt and cam nut,
-the bolt from the intermediate shaft on the steering
column side.
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36A-21
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Steering column adjustment handle: Removal - Refitting36A
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aDisconnect the battery (see ) (80A, Battery).
aUnclip the dashboard lower trim.
aDisconnect the various connectors.
aPut the handle in the low position (to prevent the mo-
bile part of the column dropping during dismantling).
aRemove:
-the bolts on the steering wheel lower cover,
-the steering wheel lower cover.II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aRemove:
-the nut (1) of the adjustment handle shaft while
holding the handle during unscrewing,
-the locking mechanism (2) of the adjustment han-
dle,
-the adjustment handle (3) .
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Note:
The removal of the steering wheel is not neces-
sary.
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Note:
Do not keep the components of the locking
mechanism and scrap all of its constituent parts,
as well as the adjustment handle.

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).

36B-1
POWER ASSISTED STEERING
Power-assisted steering computer: Removal - Refitting
LEFT-HAND DRIVE
36B
REMOVAL
I - REMOVAL PREPARATION OPERATION
aDisconnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Re-
fitting) (80A, Battery).
aUnclip:
-the fuse access flap (1) ,
-the dashboard lower trim.aDisconnect the various connectors.
aRemove:
-the steering wheel lower cover bolt,
-the steering wheel lower cover (2) .
II - OPERATION FOR REMOVAL OF PART
CONCERNED
aUnclip the locking clips of the connectors of the pow-
er-assisted steering computer.
aDisconnect the connectors (3) of the power-assisted
steering computer. Equipment required
Diagnostic tool
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36B-2
POWER ASSISTED STEERING
Power-assisted steering computer: Removal - Refitting
LEFT-HAND DRIVE
36B
aRemove:
-the power-assisted steering computer bolts (4) ,
-the power-assisted steering computer,
REFITTING
I - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit the power-assisted steering computer.
aConnect the power-assisted steering computer con-
nectors.
aFasten the locking clips of the connectors of the
power-assisted steering computer.
II - FINAL OPERATION.
aRefit the steering wheel lower cover.
aConnect the various connectors.
aClip:
-the dashboard lower trim,
-the fuse access flap.
aConnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refit-
ting) (80A, Battery).
aWhen replacing the electric power-assisted steering
computer, perform the necessary operations using
the Diagnostic tool (see Fault finding - Replace-
ment of components) (36B, Power-assisted steer-
ing).
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37A-7
MECHANICAL COMPONENT CONTROLS
Master cylinder: Removal - Refitting
RIGHT-HAND DRIVE
37A
-the bulkhead heat-resistant protector (8) .
aRemove:
-the timing cover bolt (9) ,
-the timing cover (10) .aUnclip:
-the non-return valve from the support at (11) ,
-the ABS wiring from the support at (12) .
aRemove:
-the nut (13) from the non-return valve and ABS wir-
ing support,
-the non-return valve and ABS wiring support (14) . K4M
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37A-10
MECHANICAL COMPONENT CONTROLS
Master cylinder: Removal - Refitting
RIGHT-HAND DRIVE
37A
aRemove the blanking plugs from the brake fluid res-
ervoir and the clutch master cylinder supply pipe.
aRefit the clutch master cylinder supply pipe.
III - FINAL OPERATION.
aRefit:
-the timing cover,
-the bulkhead heat-resistant protectors.
aRefit the bulkhead heat-resistant protector.
aClip onto the support:
-the ABS wiring,
-the non-return valve.
aRefit the support of the non-return valve and the
ABS wiring.
aRefit:
-the fuel vapour recirculation solenoid valve sup-
port,
-the fuel vapour recirculation solenoid valve,
-the petrol vapour recirculation solenoid valve con-
nector,
-the fuel vapour recirculation solenoid valve pipes.
aRefit:
-the scoop under the scuttle panel grille (see Scoop
under the scuttle panel grille: Removal - Refit-
ting) (56A, Exterior equipment),
-the scuttle panel grille (see Scuttle panel grille:
Removal - Refitting) (56A, Exterior equipment).aFill up the secondary brake fluid reservoir.
aBleed the brake circuit (see 30A, General informa-
tion, Braking circuit: Bleed, page 30A-4) . JH3 or JR5
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