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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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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Spark plugs Spark plugs 28 21
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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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Crankshaft Crankshaft pulley fastener 60 44
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Water pump Water pump fasteners 12 9
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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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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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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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exhaust torque settings

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Part Description Torque (Nm) Torque (ft/lbs) Remarks Applies to

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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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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