2009 RENAULT TWINGO RS torque

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) .

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-9
TANK
Fuel tank: Removal - Refitting
D4F or D7F or K4M or K9K
19C
aDetach the brake cables (16) on the tank.
aFit a component support under the fuel tank.
aRemove:
-the tank bolts (17) ,
-the tank.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit the tank.
aTorque tighten the tank bolts (21 N.m).
aAttach the brake cables to the tank.
aConnect the filler pipe.
aRefit the filler pipe clip on the neck.
aConnect the anti-splashback pipe.aRefit the fuel vapour absorber (see 14A, Antipollu-
tion, Fuel vapour absorber: Removal - Refitting,
page 14A-4) .
II - FINAL OPERATION.
aConnect the brake pipes to the body.
aRefit the rear brake hose mounting bolts.
aClip the protective housing of the ABS connectors
onto the tank.
aConnect the ABS sensor connectors.
aClose the anti-lock braking system sensor connector
protective housing.
aRefit:
-the heat shield under the tank.
-the heat shield clips under the tank,
-the exhaust system rubber mounting bush bolt,
-the clip between the catalytic converter and the ex-
pansion chamber,
aClip the calliper parking brake cables onto the tank
and the callipers.
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D4F or D7F or K4M
K4M

19C-10
TANK
Fuel tank: Removal - Refitting
D4F or D7F or K4M or K9K
19C
aRefit:
-the heat shield under the tank,
-the heat shield clips under the tank
aTighten to torque:
-the exhaust pipe rubber mounting bush bolt (21
N.m),
-the clip between the catalytic converter and the
rear silencer (21 N.m).
aClip:
-the handbrake cable onto the flange,
-the handbrake cable onto the secondary brake
shoe.
aRefit the rear brake drums (see Rear brake drum:
Removal - Refitting) (33A,Rear axle components).
aRefit the rear wheels (see Wheel: Removal - Refit-
ting) (35A, Wheels and tyres).
aConnect:
-the fuel level sensor module pipe union,
-the fuel level sensor module connector.
aRefit the access flap for the fuel level sensor mod-
ule.
aRefit the rear bench seat.
aConnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refit-
ting) (80A, Battery). D4F or D7F or K9K

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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19C-12
TANK
Filler neck: Removal - Refitting
D4F or D7F or K4M or K9K
19C
-the filler neck.
REFITTING
I - REFITTING PREPARATION OPERATION
aAlways replace the filler pipe clip.
II - REFITTING OPERATION FOR PART
CONCERNED
aRefit:
-the filler neck,
-the filler pipe clip,
-the tank filler cap.
aTorque tighten the filler neck earth bolt (21 N.m).
aConnect the anti-splashback pipe.
III - FINAL OPERATION.
aRefit the rear right-hand wheel (see Wheel: Remov-
al - Refitting) (35A, Wheels and tyres).
aConnect the battery (see Battery: Removal - Refit-
ting) (80A, Battery).

19D-1
ENGINE MOUNTING
Suspended engine mounting: Tightening torque
D4F
19D
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No. Description Tightening
torque (Nm)
(1) Right-hand rubber pad bolt on the body mounting62
(2) Gearbox left-hand rubber pad nut105
(3) Left hand suspended mounting bolt on the gearbox62
(4) Left-hand suspended mounting suppor t bolt on the body21
(5) Lower engine tie-bar bolt on the subframe105
(6) Engine tie-bar bolt on the gearbox105
(7) Engine tie-bar reinforcement bolts62
(8) Right-hand suspended mounting support bolt on the engine62
(9) Right-hand suspended mounting support bolt on the body62