"The repair procedures given by the Manufacturer in this document are based on the technical specifications current when it was prepared.
The procedures may be modified as a result of changes introduced by the manufacturer in the production of the various component units and accessories from which his vehicles are constructed."
Edition 4 - NOVEMBER 2005
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EDITION ANGLAISE
Copying or translating, in part or in full, of this document or use of the service part reference numbering system is prohibited without the prior written authority of RENAULT s.a.s.
(1) Brake discs cannot be repaired. If they are too heavily worn or are scratched they must be replaced.
Brake fluid conforms with SAE J 1703 DOT 4 standards. For optimum braking, RENAULT recommends a brake fluid with low viscosity in cold conditions (maximum 750 mm2/s at -40°°°°C).
Engines of all types
FRONT BRAKE (mm)
Piston diameter 54
Disc diameter 280
Thickness of discs 24
Minimum disc thickness (1) 21.8
Maximum disc run-out 0.07
Thickness of brake pads (including mounting) 18
Minimum thickness of brake pads (including mounting) 6
REAR BRAKE (mm)
Piston diameter 34
Disc diameter 270
Thickness of discs 10
Minimum disc thickness (1) 6.5
Maximum disc run-out 0.07
Thickness of brake pads (including mounting) 16
Minimum thickness of brake pads (including mounting) 6
MASTER CYLINDER (mm)
Diameter 23.8
Stroke 36
GENERAL INFORMATIONAnti-roll bars: Features 30A
30A-2
Anti-roll bars: Features
I - FRONT AXLE
II - REAR AXLE
Bar diameter (mm) Marking
20 Yellow
F4R or F9Q and K9K / DPO
Bar dimension (mm)
X: 15.7
Y: 41.3
K4J or K4M and K9K / JR5
Bar dimension (mm)
X: 15.9
Y: 38
GENERAL INFORMATIONTightening torques (in daNm) for the front axle 30A
30A-3
Tightening torques (in daNm) for the front axle
Tightening torques
(1) bolt attaching "spring and shock absorber" assembly to body 2.1 daNm
(2) lower arm bolt 7 daNm
(3) sub-frame stud bolt 10.5 daNm
(4) rear cross member bolt 6.2 daNm
(5) bolt attaching anti-roll bar mounting to sub-frame 2.1 daNm
(6) radiator cross member front mounting bolt 10.5 daNm
(7) calliper mounting bolt 10.5 daNm
(8) radiator cross member rear mounting nut 2.1 daNm
bolt attaching steering rack mounting to sub-frame 10.5 daNm
GENERAL INFORMATIONTightening torques (in daNm) for the front axle 30A
side stiffener mounting bolt on the radiator cross member 2.1 daNm
GENERAL INFORMATIONTightening torques (in daNm) for the rear axle 30A
30A-5
Tightening torques (in daNm) for the rear axle
Tightening torques
(1) stub-axle nut 22 daNm
(2) calliper mounting bolt 10.5 daNm
(3) Pillar bolt 3.6 daNm
(4) bearing mounting bolt 6.2 daNm
(5) shock absorber lower mounting bolt 10.5 daNm
shock absorber upper mounting bolt 6.2 daNm
(6) brake pipe nut 1.4 daNm
(7) bearing and rear axle mounting bolt nut 12.5 daNm
under-rear axle protection mounting bolt 0.8 daNm
GENERAL INFORMATIONValues and adjustments for the front axle assemblies 30A
30A-6
Values and adjustments for the front axle assemblies
I - CASTOR
Not adjustable.
II - CAMBER
Not adjustable.
WARNINGIf adjusting the running gear, program the torque and steering wheel angle sensor with the fault finding tool (see "fault finding manual").
ValuesPosition of front axle
(mm)
4°°°°30' ±±±± 30' W2 - W1 = 94
5°°°°06' ±±±± 30' W2 - W1 = 75
5°°°°42' ±±±± 30' W2 - W1 = 62
6°°°°18' ±±±± 30' W2 - W1 = 46
Maximum right/left difference = 30'
Values Position of front axle (mm)
0°°°°38' ±±±± 30' R1 - W1 = 118
- 0°°°°01' ±±±± 30' R1 - W1 = 125
- 0°°°°12' ±±±± 30' R1 - W1 = 146
- 0°°°°16' ±±±± 30' R1 - W1 = 158
Maximum right/left difference = 30'
GENERAL INFORMATIONValues and adjustments for the front axle assemblies 30A
30A-7
III - SWIVEL
Not adjustable.
IV - WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Adjustable by rotating the track rod sleeves.
V - POSITION FOR TIGHTENING RUBBER BUSHES
For tightening rubber bushes, see Section 31A "Front axle" in Workshop Repair Manual 364.
Values Position of front axle (mm)
10°°°°58' ±±±± 30' R1 - W1 = 118
11°°°°06' ±±±± 30' R1 - W1 = 125
11°°°°31' ±±±± 30' R1 - W1 = 146
11°°°°45' ±±±± 30' R1 - W1 = 158
Maximum right/left difference = 30'
Values Position of front axle (mm)
(For two wheels)
Unladen
toe-out 0°°°°10' ±±±± 10'
15-inch wheel rims:1.1 mm ±±±± 1.1 mm
16-inch wheel rims:1.2 mm ±±±± 1.2 mm
17-inch wheel rims:1.3 mm ±±±± 1.3 mm
GENERAL INFORMATIONValues and adjustments for the rear axle assemblies 30A
30A-8
Values and adjustments for the rear axle assemblies
I - CAMBER
Not adjustable.
Il - WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Not adjustable.
III - POSITION FOR TIGHTENING RUBBER BUSHES
For tightening rubber bushes, see 33A "Rear axle" Section in Workshop Repair Manual 364.
Values Position of rear axle
- 1°°°°30' ±±±± 20' Unladen
Values Position of rear axle
(For two wheels)
Unladen
Toe-in - 0°°°°40' ±±±± 20'
15-inch wheel rims: - 4.5 mm ±±±± 2.3 mm
16-inch wheel rims: - 4.8 mm ±±±± 2.4 mm
17-inch wheel rims: - 5 mm ±±±± 2.6 mm
GENERAL INFORMATIONUnderbody height 30A
30A-9
Underbody height
MEASURING POINTS
The dimension (R1) is measured from the ground to the front wheel axis.
The dimension (R2) is measured from the ground to the rear wheel axis.
The dimension (W1) is measured from the ground to the underside of the sub-frame rear cross member mounting bolt head.
The dimension (W2) is measured from the ground to the mounting axis of the rubber bush on the bearing.
WHEELS AND TYRESSpecifications 35A
35A-1
235AWHEELS AND TYRESSpecifications
I - INFLATION
Inflation pressure when cold (in bar), during fully loaded use and/or on motorway.
* Alloy wheel rim
The pressure values given are "motorway" values.
WARNINGIf checking the pressure when hot, assume a pressure increase of 0.2 to 0.3 bar and never deflate the tyres.
Engine Wheel rim TyresInflation pressure when cold (in bar)
Front Rear
K4J
6.5 J 15 195/65 R15T 2.2 2
6.5 J 16* 205/55 R16V 2.2 2
6.5 J 17* 205/50 R17V 2.2 2
K4M
6.5 J 15 195/65 R15H 2.3 2
6.5 J 16* 205/55 R16V 2.3 2
6.5 J 17* 205/50 R17V 2.4 2
K9K
6.5 J 15 195/65 R15T 2.2 2
6.5 J 16* 205/55 R16V 2.2 2
6.5 J 17* 205/50 R17V 2.4 2
F4R
6.5 J 15 195/65 R15H 2.4 2
6.5 J 16* 205/55 R16V 2.4 2
6.5 J 17* 205/50 R17V 2.5 2
F9Q
6.5 J 15 195/65 R15T 2.4 2
6.5 J 16* 205/55 R16V 2.4 2
6.5 J 17* 205/50 R17V 2.5 2
WHEELS AND TYRESSpecifications 35A
35A-2
Il - CONFORMITY CHECK
Tightening torque of the wheel bolts (11 daNm).
Maximum rim runout checked on the external diameter of the wheel rim:– steel wheel rim: 0.8 mm,– alloy wheel rim: 0.3 mm,
Maximum run-out checked on the surface of the wheel rim: 0.7 mm.
Wheel rim offset:– steel wheel rim: 45 mm,– alloy wheel rim: 49 mm.
For fitting chains, refer to the "driver's handbook" for the vehicle.
III - SPECIAL FEATURES OF VEHICLES FITTED WITH TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEMS
The UCH is programmed for each set of four tyres.
The system automatically recognizes the set of tyres fitted to the vehicle.
WARNINGIf the size of the tyres changes, check the calibration of the Electric Power Assisted Steering computer: configuration CF088 using the fault finding tool (refer to the "fault finding manual").
MECHANICAL ELEMENT CONTROLSControl lever 37A
37A-1
337AMECHANICAL ELEMENT CONTROLSControl lever
REMOVAL
Remove the centre console (see the Interior equipment Section).
Remove nut (3).
Remove the parking brake cables from their housing (1).
Remove:– the parking brake lever mounting nuts (2),– the parking brake lever.
Disconnect the switch.
REFITTING
Refit:– the parking brake lever,– the parking brake lever mounting nuts.
Tighten the parking brake lever mounting nuts to the required torque (8 daNm).
Refit the parking brake wiring clip.
Reconnect the parking brake connector.
Refit the parking brake cables at the parking brake lever end.
Refit nut (3).
Tighten nut (3) to obtain a dimension of (17 mm).
Operate the parking brake to activate the adjustment.
Check the stroke of the lever.
Refit the centre console (see the Interior equipment Section).
Tightening torque
parking brake control mounting nuts 8 daNm Note:The nut (3) must be replaced.
MECHANICAL ELEMENT CONTROLSControl cables 37A
37A-2
Control cables
REMOVAL
Put the vehicle on a two-post lift.
Remove nut (1).
Remove the parking brake cables:– on the parking brake lever side (refer to Mechanical
element controls, Control lever Section).– on the brake calliper side (refer to Rear axle
Section).
Remove the parking brake cables from their housing.
REFITTING
Refit the parking brake cables into their housing.
Check the correct positioning of the handbrake cable thrust bearings at the bodywork end.
Refit the parking brake cables:– on the brake calliper side (refer to Rear axle
Section).– on the parking brake lever side (refer to Mechanical
element controls, Control lever Section).
Replace the nut.
Tighten the nut to obtain a dimension of 17 mm.
Operate the parking brake to activate the adjustment.
Check the stroke of the lever.
Note:The nut (1) must be replaced.
Note:When replacing the parking brake cable sheaths, pull the parking brake control several times before adjusting the 17 mm dimension.
REAR LIGHTINGRear light 81A
81A-1
181AREAR LIGHTINGRear light
REMOVAL
Remove the rear light access flap.
Remove:– the three nuts (1),– the rear light (partially).
Disconnect the rear light connector.
Remove the rear light.
Unclip the bulb mounting by pressing on the tab (2) in order to access the bulbs.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
Edition 2
REAR LIGHTINGConnection 81A
81A-2
Connection
Track Description
1 Fog light
2 Indicator
3 Earth
4 Side light
5 Reversing light
6 Brake light
Note:Track numbers are read from right to left.
Edition 2
REAR LIGHTINGRegistration plate light 81A
81A-3
Registration plate light
REMOVAL
Remove the registration plate light using a flat-blade screwdriver.
Disconnect the connector.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
Edition 2
REAR LIGHTINGHigh level brake light 81A
81A-4
High level brake light
REMOVAL
Unclip the central trim.
Unclip the side trim panels.
Remove the strut mounting bolts.
Unclip the strut upwards.
Disconnect the brake light connector.
Remove:– the two bolts,– the two clips (1).
Unclip the jet.
Remove:– the jet,– the brake light.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
Note:The vehicles are fitted with a diode-type brake light.
Edition 2
WIPERS - WASHERSRear screen wiper 85A
85A-1
285AWIPERS - WASHERSRear screen wiper
REMOVING THE NON-OPENING REAR SCREEN WIPER MOTOR
Move the rear screen wiper selector switch to put the wiper motor in park position.– move the selector switch from status 0 to 1.– move the selector switch from status 1 to 0.
Disconnect the battery (see MR 364, 80A Battery, Battery: Removal - Refitting).
Remove the tailgate trim (see Technical Note 0586A, 73A Non-side opening element trim, Tailgate trim).
Mark the position of the wiper arm.
Remove:– the wiper arm nut cover,– the nut,– the wiper arm with the Elé. 1781.
Disconnect the motor connector.
Remove:– the motor mounting bolts (1),– the motor.
REFITTING THE NON-OPENING REAR SCREEN WIPER MOTOR
Replace the seal whenever the motor is removed.
Clean the motor shaft splines.
Tightening torques
wiper arm nut 1.2 daNm
motor mounting nuts 0.8 daNm
Special tooling required
Elé. 1781 Tool for removing the rear screen wiper arm
Edition 2
WIPERS - WASHERSRear screen wiper 85A
85A-2
Refit the rear screen wiper motor.
Clean the motor shaft splines.
Refit the wiper arm in the position marked before it was removed.
Tighten the wiper arm nut to torque (1.2 daNm).
Connect the battery (see MR 364, 80A Battery, Battery: Removal - Refitting).
Check that the wiper operates correctly.
REMOVING THE NON-OPENING REAR SCREEN WIPER MOTOR
Move the rear screen wiper selector switch to put the wiper motor in park position.– move the selector switch from status 0 to 1.– move the selector switch from status 1 to 0.
Disconnect the battery (see MR 364, 80A Battery, Battery: Removal - Refitting).
Remove the tailgate trim (see Technical Note 0586A, 73A Non-side opening element trim, Tailgate trim).
Disconnect the connector (2).
Remove:– the motor mounting bolts (3),– the motor.
REFITTING THE NON-OPENING REAR SCREEN WIPER MOTOR
Refit the wiper motor.
Tighten the motor mounting bolts to torque (0.8 daNm).
Connect the connector.
Refit the tailgate trim (see Technical Note 0586A, 73A Non-side opening element trim, Tailgate trim).
Connect the battery (see MR 364, 80A Battery, Battery: Removal - Refitting).
Check that the wiper operates correctly.
Edition 2
WIPERS - WASHERSRear wiper motor mechanism 85A
85A-3
Rear wiper motor mechanism
REMOVAL
Move the rear screen wiper selector switch to put the wiper motor in park position.– move the selector switch from status 0 to 1.– move the selector switch from status 1 to 0.
Disconnect the battery (see MR 364, 80A Battery, Battery: Removal - Refitting).
Remove the tailgate trim (see Technical Note 0586A, 73A Non-side opening element trim, Tailgate trim).
Remove:– the wiper arm nut cover,– the nut,– the wiper arm with the Elé. 1781.
Remove:– the nut cap (2),– the nut (3),– the trim (4).
Open the rear screen.
Remove:– the nut (5),– the mechanism.
Tightening torques
wiper arm nut 1.2 daNm
mechanism external nut 0.65 daNm
mechanism internal nut 0.45 daNm
Special tooling required
Elé. 1781 Tool for removing the rear screen wiper arm
Edition 2
WIPERS - WASHERSRear wiper motor mechanism 85A
85A-4
REFITTING
Adjusting the wiper mechanism
The seal (6) must be replaced.
Position the mechanism, observing the 63 mm measurement (A) between the trim and the edge of the rear screen.
Partially tighten the nut (7).
NOTEWhen replacing the opening rear screen, it is essential to check the opening clearances before following the procedure (see General information).
Edition 2
WIPERS - WASHERSRear wiper motor mechanism 85A
85A-5
Centre the mechanism in relation to the mounting bolt (8).
Torque tighten:– nut (7) to 0.65 daNm,– nut (8) to 0.45 daNm.
Clean the motor shaft splines.
Position the wiper arm 46 mm (measurement B) away from the edge of the rear screen.
Note:Close the opening rear screen (the mechanism is positioned on the motor plate).Operate the rear screen wiper to engage the mechanism on the motor plate.
Note:The wiper arm adjustment can be refined by pressing the mechanism as shown in the illustration above.
Edition 2
RADIOAerial 86C
86C-1
386CRADIOAerial
REMOVAL
Remove the headlining (see Section 71A of MR 365).
Remove the mounting nut (1).
Disconnect the aerial cable from its support.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMRear screen opening switch 87C
87C-1
487CDOOR LOCKING SYSTEMRear screen opening switch
REMOVAL
Protect the edge of the opening control with masking tape.
Unclip the control with a flat-blade screwdriver.
Disconnect the connector.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
CONNECTION
Note:It is not necessary to remove the tailgate moulding to perform this operation.
Track Description
1 Earth
2 Opening control
Note:The tailgate opening control is a unipolar switch.The opening control can be checked with an ohmmeter.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMTailgate opening switch 87C
87C-2
Tailgate opening switch
REMOVAL
Protect the edge of the opening control with masking tape.
Unclip the control with a flat-blade screwdriver.
Disconnect the connector.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
CONNECTION
Note:It is not necessary to remove the tailgate moulding to perform this operation.
Track Description
1 Opening control
2 Earth
Note:The tailgate opening control is a unipolar switch.The opening control can be checked with an ohmmeter.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMTailgate lock 87C
87C-3
Tailgate lock
REMOVAL
Disconnect the battery, starting with the negative terminal.
Remove the tailgate trim (see Section 73A of Technical Note 586A).
Remove screws (2).
Press clip (3).
Remove the lock.
Disconnect the connector from the lock.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
Note:If there is an electrical fault, the tailgate can be opened manually.Unlock the tailgate lock by pushing tab (1) with a screwdriver.This operation is performed from inside the vehicle.
NOTEConnect the battery; carry out the necessary programming (see the Battery Section.)
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMKeyless vehicle: Tailgate lock connection 87C
87C-4
Keyless vehicle: Tailgate lock connection
Track Description
1 Motor supply
2 Motor supply
3 Opening sensor (body flange sensor)
4 Earth
Note:The tailgate opening control is a unipolar switch.The opening control can be checked with an ohmmeter.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMFuel filler flap locking motor 87C
87C-5
Fuel filler flap locking motor
REMOVAL
Fuel filler flap locking/unlocking is controlled simultaneously with the driver's door.
Remove the right-hand wheel arch liner (see Section 71A of Technical Note 586A).
Remove: – the fuel filler flap motor connector (1),– the motor mounting nut (2) (to the left of the flap in the
outer wheel arch),– the motor.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
Note:If there is an electrical fault, the motor can be activated manually.
NOTEModerately tighten the nut on the plastic thread of the motor.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMStarter aerials 87C
87C-6
Starter aerials
Vehicles with the hands-free system have three starting aerials for the card:– one front detection aerial (1) located behind the front
panel of the dashboard,– an aerial (2) in the rear section of the centre console,– an aerial (3) at the rear section of the floor.
REMOVAL
Note:– The opening aerials have no effect on the
immobiliser system.– The aerials are identical and interchangeable.
They require no programming.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMStarter aerials 87C
87C-7
Unfasten clips (4) to detach the aerial.
Unclip the face (see Engine Immobiliser, Pressure Button Section, page 82A-16).
I - CENTRAL AERIAL
Remove the central console (see Section on Central Console).
II - REAR AERIAL
Slightly loosen the carpet in the luggage compartment.
Unclip the aerial (5) by pressing the clips.
NOTEThe starting aerial clips (4) are very fragile.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMOpener aerials 87C
87C-8
Opener aerials
Vehicles equipped with the hands-free system have presence sensors and opener aerials to identify the card:– an opener aerial (1) situated in each exterior handle,– an opener aerial (2) situated in the rear bumper,– a presence sensor in each handle.
Note:– The start aerials (3) have no effect on unlocking the vehicle. On the other
hand, the vehicle cannot be locked with the Close buttons situated on the outside handles if the card is within the start zone.
– Motion sensors are built into the presence sensors.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMOpener aerials 87C
87C-9
REMOVAL
For operation in hands-free mode, the door handles must be fitted with:– presence sensors (1) with a reflector on the handle to
detect the user's hand,– a locking button (2),– an opening aerial incorporated in the handle (3).
To remove the handles, see MR 365 Bodywork.
In order to operate in hands-free mode, vehicles must be equipped with an opener aerial in the tailgate trim.
Remove the tailgate trim (see Technical Note 0586A Section 55A-B).
Disconnect aerial connector.
Remove the aerial.
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
Note:Only vehicles with the hands-free function have a locking button (2).
Note:After a period of non-use of approximately 72 hours, the presence sensors become deactivated. The unlock request is then detected by a motion sensor. The presence sensor and motion sensor are a single unit.
Edition 2
DOOR LOCKING SYSTEMOpener aerials: Connection 87C
87C-10
Opener aerials: Connection
Presence and movement sensors (connector 2)
Opener aerial and lock button (connector 3)
Track Description
1 Sensor signal
2 Earth
3 Power supply + before ignition
Track Description
1 Opener aerial
2 Opener aerial
3 Locking signal
4 Locking earth connection
Note:– The locking button is a simple switch. It can be
tested with an ohmmeter between tracks 3 and 4.– The opener aerial resistance is approximately
0.2 ΩΩΩΩ.
Edition 2
AIRBAG AND PRETENSIONERSRear pyrotechnic seatbelt retractor 88C588CAIRBAG AND PRETENSIONERSRear pyrotechnic seatbelt retractor
The rear seat belts (side seats) are fitted with pyrotechnic inertia reels.
REMOVAL
Remove:– the rear quarter panel lining,– the rear parcel shelf trim.
Remove seat belt lower mounting bolt (1).
Disconnect the connector (2).
Remove:– the inertia reel bolt (3),– the seatbelt retractor.
Equipment required
Diagnostic tool
Tightening torques
inertia reel mounting bolt 2.1 daNm
fitting mounting bolt 2.1 daNm
IMPORTANTBefore doing any work on a safety system component, lock the airbag computer with the diagnostic tool (see the Electrical equipment Section). When this function is activated all the trigger lines are inhibited, and the airbag warning light on the instrument panel is lit continuously (when the ignition is on).
IMPORTANTTo scrap a pretensioner that has not been triggered, see the Airbag and pretensioners, Airbag and pretensioner computer Section in MR 364.
Edition 288C-1
AIRBAG AND PRETENSIONERSRear pyrotechnic seatbelt retractor 88C
REFITTING
Proceed in the reverse order to removal.
Ensure that the wiring is correctly routed using the wiring mounting points.
Tighten to torque:– the pretensioner mounting bolt (2.1 daNm),– the seat belt fitting mounting bolt (2.1 daNm).
If everything is correct, unlock the airbag computer, otherwise refer to the fault finding manual.
NOTEOnce a pretensioner has been triggered, certain parts must be replaced (see the Airbag and pretensioners, Airbag and pretensioner computer Section in MR 364).
IMPORTANTCheck the airbag computer with the diagnostic tool.
Edition 288C-2
AIRBAG AND PRETENSIONERSSide curtain airbag 88CSide curtain airbag
The side curtain airbag is mounted behind the headlining.
The airbag detaches the headlining when it deploys.
REMOVAL
Remove the headlining (see MR 365, Section 71A).
Disconnect the module connector (1).
Remove the module mounting bolts (2).
The curtain section (3) is clipped to the body.
To unclip the curtain:– pull down (4) the curtain to lower the clip mounted on
the body,– pull up (5) the curtain to remove the clip from the
upper section.
Equipment required
Diagnostic tool
Tightening torques
Curtain airbag mounting bolt 0.8 daNm
IMPORTANTBefore doing any work on a safety system component, lock the airbag computer with the diagnostic tool (see the Electrical equipment Section). When this function is activated all the trigger lines are inhibited and the airbag warning light on the instrument panel lights up (ignition on).
Edition 288C-3
AIRBAG AND PRETENSIONERSSide curtain airbag 88C
To unclip the curtain:– raise (6) the assembly.
REFITTING
Use the following replacement parts:– a curtain airbag,– a plate (part no.: 82 00 277 635),– two special rivets (part no.: 77 03 072 050),– a tube of adhesive (part no.: 77 11 171 805).
I - FITTING THE PLATE
IMPORTANTTo scrap an airbag that has not been triggered, see the Airbag and pretensioners, Airbag and pretensioner computer Section in MR 88C-39).
NOTE– If a curtain airbag module is triggered, the damage
to the first mounting is such that a plate, supplied as a replacement part, must always be fitted.
– Once a curtain airbag has been triggered, certain parts must be replaced (see the Airbag and pretensioners, Airbag and pretensioner computer Section in MR 364).
Note:The plates on the right and left-hand sides are identical.
Edition 288C-4
AIRBAG AND PRETENSIONERSSide curtain airbag 88C
Cut away the plate (7) damaged by the triggering of the curtain airbag.
Apply an anti-corrosion paint treatment to the area of the cut.
Clean the bonding surfaces.
Degrease the bonding surfaces.
Apply the supplied activator and then coat the plate with adhesive.
Fit the plate.
Rivet the plate.
If everything is OK, unlock the airbag computer; if not, refer to the fault finding manual.
Inject wax into hollow body parts (see Bodywork Manual 365).
II - FITTING THE MODULE
Position the airbag without tightening the mounting bolts.
Fit the airbag, starting with the support (8).
Fit all of the clips.
Tighten to torque the curtain airbag mounting bolts (0.8 daNm).
Reconnect the connector, ensuring that it locks into place properly.
If everything is correct, unlock the airbag computer, otherwise refer to the MR.
NOTEThe adhesive and rivets are specific and must under no circumstances be replaced by other components with different part numbers.
IMPORTANTCheck the airbag computer with the diagnostic tool.
