Renault Clio 2 (1998-2005) Torque Spec Settings

Researched by Wan Wei Tay
Updated: December 31, 2023

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Below you'll find the tightening torques for the Renault Clio 2 in both Nm and ft/lbs. The first table contains the most-used torque settings. The tables after it contain all torque spec values I could find.

Most-used torque settings for Renault Clio 2

Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Drainage plug 20 15
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Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 28 21
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Steering wheel Steering wheel 44 32
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  • Production years: 1998 - 2005
  • Generation: 2
  • Type of van: car
  • Model variant: Base
  • Also known as: Renault Clio Campus Renault Lutecia Renault Mìo Renault Symbol Renault Taxi Express Nissan Platina

All Torque Settings in Tables

engine torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Oil pan Drainage plug 20 15
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Oil pan Sump plug 14 10
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Oil pan Sump bolts 8 6 Step 1
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Oil pan Sump bolts 12 9 Step 2, Minimum torque
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Oil pan Sump bolts 15 11 Step 2, Maximum torque
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Oil filter Oil filter 20 15
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Oil filter Oil separator bolts 13 10
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Oil pump Oil pump to Cylinder block 25 18
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Cylinder head Cylinder head bolts 20 15 Step 1
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Cylinder head Cylinder head cover bolts 12 9
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Spark plugs Spark plugs 28 21
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Intake manifold Inlet manifold upper 11 8
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Intake manifold Inlet manifold lower 21 15
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Throttle body Throttle housing 13 10
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Engine mounts Engine mount fastening bolts 40 30
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Engine mounts Engine mount upper fastener 76 56
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Engine mounts Engine mount central nut 44 32
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Engine mounts Engine mount bolts 62 46
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Engine mounts Engine mount bolts to Engine 62 46
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Engine mounts Front subframe mounting bolts 62 46
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Engine mounts Rear subframe mounting bolts 105 77
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Sensor Knock sensor 20 15
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Sensor Lambda sensor 45 33
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Sensor Air conditioning circuit pressure sensor 11 8
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Alternator Alternator upper mounting bolts 32 24
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Alternator Alternator lower mounting bolts 38 28
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Alternator Alternator front support mounting bolts 38 28
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Alternator Alternator back support mounting bolts 32 24
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Starter Starter mounting bolt 30 22
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Battery Ignition coil 9 7 Step 1
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Camshaft Camshaft cover 12 9
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Camshaft Camshaft carrier/cap 12 9
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Camshaft Camshaft phase shifter bolt 100 74
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Camshaft Exhaust camshaft pulley 125 92
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Camshaft Inlet pulley (dephaser) 100 74
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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley fastener 60 44
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Crankshaft Main bearings 20 15 Step 1
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Water pump Water pump fasteners 12 9
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Water pump Coolant pump support mounting bolt 62 46
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Air conditioning Air conditioning pressure relief valve to Evaporator bolt 6 4
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Air conditioning Air conditioning connecting pipes to Pressure relief valve nut 8 6
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Air conditioning Air conditioning pressure relief valve connecting pipe to Dehydration canister retaining bolt 8 6
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Air conditioning Air conditioning condenser connecting pipe to Dehydration canister retaining bolt 12 9
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Air conditioning Air conditioning compressor connecting pipe to Condenser retaining bolt 8 6
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Air conditioning Air conditioning connecting pipes to Compressor retaining bolt 8 6
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Air conditioning Air conditioning compressor retaining bolt 21 15
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Air conditioning Air conditioning compressor mounting bolt 32 24
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Timing belt tensioner pulley fastener 27 20
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Serpentine belt tensioner pulley fastener 35 26
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Cambelt tensioner 28 21
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Idlers 55 41
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Auxiliary/Accessory belt tensioner mounting bolt 62 46
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Auxiliary/Accessory belt tensioner spring mounting bolt 21 15
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Belt tensioner/Timing chains Auxiliary/Accessory pulley bolt 32 24
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Fuel system Injector support bolts 21 15 Step 1
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drivetrain torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheel hub assembly Front drive shaft to Wheel hub bolt 280 207
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Wheel hub assembly Rear hub 175 129
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Clutch assembly Clutch cover to Flywheel 20 15
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Flywheel/Flex plate Flywheel bolts 55 41
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Transmission fluid pan Gearbox drain plug 22 16
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Transmission mount/case Gearbox driveshaft gaiter bolt 25 18
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Transmission mount/case Upper gearbox mount central nut 62 46
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Transmission mount/case Upper gearbox mount to Gearbox 62 46
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Transmission mount/case Upper gearbox mount/Battery tray to Body 21 15
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Transmission mount/case Rubber lower mount nut/bolt 44 32
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Transmission mount/case Lower (dogbone) mount bolts 62 46
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Transmission mount/case Lower (dogbone) mount surround and starter bolt 30 22
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Drive/Axle shaft Stub axle mounting bolts 29 21 M8x125
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Drive/Axle shaft Stub axle mounting bolts 57 42 M10x150
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steering torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Tie rod end Tie rod end locknut 55 41
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Steering knuckle Steering knuckle bolts 140 103
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Steering rack Steering rack mounts 50 37
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Steering shaft Steering shaft yoke mounting bolt 30 22
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Steering wheel Steering wheel 44 32
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Power steering Power steering pump mounting bolt 32 24
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Power steering Power steering pulley bolt 8 6
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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Exhaust manifold Exhaust downpipe to Manifold 17 13
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Exhaust manifold Exhaust manifold to Head 18 13
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brakes torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Disc brake Front brake caliper 35 26
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Disc brake Rear brake caliper fasteners 30 22
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Disc brake Front brake caliper bracket 100 74
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Disc brake Front brake disc fastening 15 11
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Disc brake Bleed screws 6 4
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Disc brake Disc to Hub 20 15
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Disc brake Caliper to Hub/Yoke bolt 60 44
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ABS ABS sensor 8 6
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ABS ABS pipe unions 17 13 M10
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ABS ABS pipe unions 17 13 M12
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suspension torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Wheels Front wheel bolts 90 66
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Wheels Rear wheel bolts 90 66
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock strut piston rod nut 21 15
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock strut top mount 62 46
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear top shock absorber fastening 20 15
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock absorber strut mount upper fastener 60 44
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Shock absorbers/shocks Front shock strut to Steering knuckle lower fasteners 110 81
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Shock absorbers/shocks Rear shock absorber lower fastener 105 77
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Sway bar links/Stabilizer links Front stabilizer link fastener 14 10
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Control arm Control arm to Subframe front fastener 90 66
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Control arm Control arm rear fastener 90 66
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Ball joint Front ball joint to Steering knuckle fastener 55 41
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Ball joint Front ball joint to Control arm fasteners 75 55
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general torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to
Example of a Clio 2

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