Serious Condensation

Right im at the confuzzled stage ...Better halfs 2011 Clio has serious condensation problem ...Garage cleared scuttle drainage and we have checked door seals nothing found , carpets etc dry but had to sit with demisters on for nearly 10mins this morning to clear screen ...any clues please (going back to Renault next week for new seat belt and investigate why car runs like a cow for first few hundred yards)

Serious Condensation

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automatic renault scenic dashboard D light flashing

Hi Everyone.
my automatic 2.0 scenic has a D light flashing and the autobox symbol comes on. if in park it starts doing this but if left in neutral to start it doesn't.
We can change the gears and they seem fine and its driving like normal so its no like its in limp mode??
what could be the problem

many thanks

automatic renault scenic dashboard D light flashing

Clio amplified antenna?

I want to fit a single din Pioneer Dab Radio DEH-X8700DAB. Although my question is about the DAB Antenna I have some supplementary general questions too, please excuse if not appropriate.


Clio 1.2 Dynamaic 2 door '59 plate facelift front end model.


Q1 Is the radiao antenna amplified on this model? I wanted to use a DAB splitter to avoid having to fit new aerial or window antenna.


Q2 Do I need the Kan-Bus adapter for stalk controls etc.


Q3 Has anyone had experience of ordering Focal Speakers through Renault dealerships. What a nightmare.


Focal say they have model specific high quality direct replacement speakers for doors etc and dash mounted replacement tweeters, which feature inline passive crossovers and comes with fixing kit.


http://ift.tt/1XLtjDp


Any advice gratefully accepted. I just want to fit the unit connect up to the existing roof antenna for dab using a spitter and replace the dire current spekers and tweeters without cutting or removing half the dash as my local installer wants about £150 to do!

Clio amplified antenna?

twingo 61 juddering help please

Hi, the past two mornings at 7am my car hasn't started properly. I apologise I no nothing about cars so I will explain best way I can.

Usually I just turn the key and car starts but past two mornings as I say it doesn't start and I have to press on the gas and turn key. The weather hasn't been really cold (I'm guessing this would have an effect) it's been about 7 degrees and damp and foggy.

Then when iv pulled away the car is juddering like it's going to stall, then iv been getting it going and put it into 2nd and then it started juddering like mad.

Can I have some advise please?
I only had it in at Evans halshaw last Friday for a free vehicle health check and everything came back fine, just needed to replace a coil on the suspension or something like that.

Thanks a lot
Sarah

twingo 61 juddering help please

hello

hello, new to this forum i now have a vel satis

hello

Grand Scenic 2 (2005) Smoking Fan

The fan on my wife's 2005 Grand Scenic hadn't been working on position 2 recently, and today she's told me there's smoke coming out of the vents. I've had a look through the "Scenic II - Heater Fan *fixed*" and I'm uncertain which part do I need to order:

Heater Blower Resistor Fan ( http://ift.tt/1KUYSl1)

or

Renault Scenic II Heater Blower Fan Resistor PLUS Wiring Loom Harness ( http://ift.tt/1l4NUVk)

or
SmartSense Heater/Blower Motor Resistor for Renault Megane Scenic/Grand MK II 2 ( http://ift.tt/1KUYSBm) - which maybe the same as the first link?

...or something else?

Really appreciate any help!

Apologies if I've posted this in the wrong place!

Grand Scenic 2 (2005) Smoking Fan

Stop light and battery warning light

I know this might sound like a stupid question but I only have a basic skill level regarding mechanical issues, my stop and battery warning light have come on, I was driving in quite foggy weather I has the fog lights on (front and back) the main lights the fan and radio on I feel I have overloaded something and this is why the warning lights are on but how do I fix this??

Stop light and battery warning light

mk4 espace 2.2

hi folks back after a long break lol,just bought an espace and today descoverd a loose connector by the back of altinator now after looking i'm not sure if i knocked another plug off or not but she drove fine before with no warning lights or nothing,but the plug looked clean and there was no small plug on back of altinator so i pluged it in it looked clean compared to the first plug i found,this plug i pluged in had a purple looking seal on it,espace starts ok after no warning lights and battery is charging so am i right in saying i plugged the right one back in,dont want to bugger it up after a week of owning it can someone check it's the purple coloure one,if you unplug you will see the purple inside a seal against water ingress i guess cheers in advance :)

mk4 espace 2.2

'06 Espace 4 heater blower resistor location??

I have a '06 Espace with a non functioning heater blower, the switches and led display seem to be OK but when the fan switches are pressed nothing happens, after reading all the other similar heater problems it appears the resistor is the top suspect and first on the list to check, but where is it? is it in the dash or somewhere else?

'06 Espace 4 heater blower resistor location??

Laguna II ignition light on and revs in 3000rpm

Hello, I have been browsing the forum but couldn't really find a solution to a problem I recently started having with my laguna II 2.0T. The story is that everything goes fine until the engine warms up to a normal temp, then the ignition light (if that's the correct term, anyway this one in top center position http://ift.tt/1Q6uACF) switches on together with esp and service. The revs goes to 2500-3000rpm and stays there and nothing happens from the gas pedal. I have tried to change coils but that didn't help. Would anyone have any further suggestions? Thanks a lot in advance.

Laguna II ignition light on and revs in 3000rpm

electrical issue with new traffic

I have a two month old traffic dci 140 sport
Driving home the other night the radio made a droning noise and the whole cab area started shuddering and vibrating I pulled over switched the van off and removed the key. The droning noise and shuddering continued and the whole dashboard remaind illuminated as it would with the keys in the ignition. I pulled the bonnet the engine was idle, so I removed the main battery lead and the droning and shuttering stopped. I then reconnected the battery and everything was fine. Then yesterday whilst driving the volume from the r link radio system stopped also the volume from the hands free kit stopped working again I removed and reconnected the battery and everything went back to normal.
Has anyone else had any similar problems

electrical issue with new traffic

Renault Trafic radiosat no sound

Renault Trafic radiosat no sound
Hi, hope someone can give some advice/guidance.. I have a 2010 Renault traffic that I let my young nephew plug his new gizmo in (Lauch x431 or something)...now my radio and sat nav have no sound...sat nav still takes address/postcode but no sound directions... also has “connect diag unit” at bottom of screen, any help or direction would be great, I was present when he plugged in and didn’t see him change any settings, as he only wanted to see what Launch unit had on it.....
Thanks
Wm.

Renault Trafic radiosat no sound

F9Q 1.9dci kangoo fails to start first time

I have been having a few issues with my 2003 1.9DCi Kangoo Trekka.

Issue started with not always having (electric) power steering on start up, Engine always started, solution would be to stop engine, restart and usually on 2nd or 3rd attempt all would be good.

Changed Engine Speed/Camshaft Position Sensor and also Crank Shaft Sensor. Now, engine will turn over but not fire (most of the time) 2nd attempt engine will fire and sometimes no power steering. If required 3rd attempt engine will run and power steering. Occasionally engine will start and Injection Warning Light flashing and Stop lit.

Once running - engine runs very well with revs and power etc. Previously before replacing sensors Injection Warning light would flicker on and rev counter may drop but no change in engine sound, this has not happened since changing the Crank Shaft Sensor.

Electrical connections have been checked and cleaned to the battery.

Any suggestions most welcomed - thank you!

F9Q 1.9dci kangoo fails to start first time

Scenic tyres: 17" vs 16" am I going to note any difference in ride quality?

Anyone has experience with grand scenic with 17" alloys? Getting a new one but the pack I want include an "upgrade" to bigger alloys, which I am not too keen on. Am I likely too see any difference in ride quality or the difference is too small to notice? Especially on rough surfaces and country lanes?

Scenic tyres: 17" vs 16" am I going to note any difference in ride quality?

Fuel Gauge and range

Hi all. I have recently had a problem with the fuel gauge and range on my scenic 2 57 plate. It is giving me erratic readings. When I put in £20 of diesel from I assume reserve. I get 4 levels and a range of 280 miles .... i do about 3 miles and turn off the engine. Next day i would get just the reserve light and the beep and nothing on the range..... park up again i i would get a random 1-4 levels back on the fuel gauge. and the appropriate range. Could the fuel sender be faulty and replace ? I have done the reset switch on the wiper stick and everything resets. apart from the fuel gauge. I have disconnected the battery hoping the ecu would reset but this hasn't worked either.

Thanks.

Fuel Gauge and range

Trafic LL29 DCi 115

Help!! I'm desperate for advice on what to do, I know nothing about engines or repair and think I'm being ripped off by the garage. I've had no problem with my Trafic for 5+years until the timing belt went in July.
I was recommended a garage who recovered and replaced the engine for £3200 (£2500 engine + £700 labour), he said it was a 55000 mile engine in perfect condition with 6 months warranty.
It now drives terrible it shakes and rattles, I've stalled a few times even on the motorway 3rd lane the engine was struggling and cut out. Every time I start the engine there is excessive blue smoke and smell from the exhaust. Mechanic said to go and buy Cataclean and use it, so I spent £18.60 on a tin, drove 300mile non-economically and still the smell and smoke is the same, then he said its the injectors and he would replace them at no cost.
Just over a week later my steering went just as I pulled off and liquid everywhere, he came got my car and replaced power steering pipe for £242. He also replaced 2 of the injectors(used from my old engine) and said I would have to bring back because he is waiting for the other injectors to arrive.
September M.O.T. time £156 he replaced tie rod end left and right. He also said he did the other injectors (I think he just cleaned not replaced) the smoke is still there to this date not as excessive but still there and now the steering feels awful really light and anything on the road would send the wheels in a different direction.
I replaced all the tyres before M.O.T. and 3 weeks later the fronts are bold. I took it back to him and he did the tracking without charge but I was still left with bold tyres.
On Friday my Trafic broke down again, I called him he recovered it and messaged this morning telling me my car is fixed and he wants £660 for replacing the alternator.
I cant afford to pay him anymore, if I pay this then I would have paid him £4276.64 since July and this is nearly half my annual income.
Please if anybody has any advice for me it will be very appreciated, should this cost be covered by the 6month warranty? the car drives and feels like crap, what can I do?

Trafic LL29 DCi 115

Lighting fault when running after flat battery

Hi,
First time on this forum, so hi; I hope you can come to my rescue.

To cut a long story short returned to my clio 172 this evening. I turned it on as normal and then took a phone call, just before I hung my call up. I noticed the lights dip and then die and then the car would not start - flat battery!

I eventually managed to start the car on the second attempt. Will be getting a new battery tomorrow.
However, now I presume I have blown a fuse.

The lights function normally when in each position on the light stalk with ignition off but when I start the car the lights are now functioning in a faulty manner. Position one on the stalk is full beam, position two is half bean and position three is full beam. Is this a blown fuse or is it something more sinister?

Kind regards,
David

Lighting fault when running after flat battery

Annoying sqeak

The rear suspension on my Megane cabriolet (2005) has started a to make a very annoying squeak when driving. Road conditions make no difference but seems to get quieter in damp conditions - any ideas? Thanks

Annoying sqeak

Electric aerial 2000 Megane cabrio

Previously working aerial. Now wont go down, no sounds of the motor working. Does anyone know if it has a dedicated fuse? everything else works electrically - even the radio. I have checked the handbook and diag dvd's,

Electric aerial 2000 Megane cabrio

Hi

Hello, I'm new and the reason I joined is because I'm looking for advice.
I no nothing whatsoever about cars or engines and I've been driving my Renault Trafic minibus for the last 5+ years.

Hi

Can anyone identify this Clio part please?

My Renault Clio Hatchback (01-08) 1.5 dCi 65 Expression (65bhp) 3d (AC) spat out this part recently from beneath the drivers side dashboard onto my lap. The fan was on full so I suspect it may be part of that system.
Attached photo shows part.
I've no idea what it is, any ideas please?

Attached Thumbnails

 

Can anyone identify this Clio part please?

Renault Kangoo - Front Bumper Removal

Recently, my front nearside fog light bulb has blown and I need to replace it, I have the bulbs but from what I have read the only way to get access to it is to remove the bumper.

Can anyone guide me in the direction of removing the bumper off a 2005 Kangoo?

Renault Kangoo - Front Bumper Removal

New ignition barrel problems

Hi, this is probably in the wrong place but I can't seem to work my way around here very well on my phone ?. I'm on holiday in Spain and my 2002 scenic 1.9 dci ran wonderfully, nipped to the shops for provisions but when I returned to the car it would not start. I got recovered to my friends house where the next day I got to work, battery, tubes, bits and bobs out to get to the starter motor, I could only guess a cable had worked loose on the journey and needed refitting, but no, everything was as it should be. The ignition barrel did not feel right and on closer inspection I discovered when turned fully as if to start the car the key would not spring back as it should. I was taken to a local scrap yard where I got an ignition barrel and key, swapped them over, changed the internals to the key fobs but it still doesn't turn over?? All the lights come on, the ignition barrel and immobiliser ring are back in place, but the starter doesn't even try to turn, it's raining heavily, I'm wet through, cold, miserable and out of ideas, but the kettle is on!! Can anyone help please.

New ignition barrel problems

Putin Relaxing

We've all seen him doing all manner of manly things in the past.

It's soo good now to see him out On the Ritz


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Putin Relaxing

won't rev over 2000

Hello,

wonder if someone can assist had this weird issue this morning and i wonder if its to do with the cold weather as i was on my way to work the car would not rev over 2000 revs so i stopped and decided to push the accelerator pedal all the way to the floor heard a slight clonk and everything was back to normal again and i drove 52 miles to work without any issues is this a sticking or seized cable i wonder ?

2000 renault laguna 1.9dci

thanks.

won't rev over 2000

No power to fuel pump

So as above
It's doinig my head in now

When the pump is charged with 12v it starts fine
How can I fix this
Please help lads
Nearly smashing the thing up

No power to fuel pump

New to the forum

Hi, i am new to this Forum and a keen DIYer with regards to my cars, i have a Renault Laguna MK3 2.0 dci (173) tourer, i have replaced the front bumper from a 2011 model and the lower rear skirt from the same model, i have replaced all the discs, bearing etc and the full suspension (shocks and springs). my main issue with this model is, i cant find a workshop manual, i can only find a MK2 manual, any ideas?

New to the forum

DPF on Scenic 3

Hi All, I have a Scenic 3 1.5 DCI 110 with a check emissions error. I read the fault code as PB047B (as I recall) which is a pressure sensor on the exhaust. It would make sense that the DPF may be blocked as the car has 80K Miles. I reset the fault but it comes back after a few engine restarts. I have tried giving the car a good run on the motor way with the fault code off, but it still comes back. So I suspect a DPF clean is the next step. I see a company called (DPF SERVICE IRELAND, Carrickmacross) who tell me they will clean it and on the phone they seemed OK. Has any one dealt with this company and could you recommend them. Also they will collect the DPF but I will need to remove it. Has any one done that how hard is it to remove? Also where are the DPF pressure sensors located I would like to check these if possible before I go down this path.

DPF on Scenic 3

2003 Scenic 1.4 16v hesitant when cold

Hi all,

As above. Starts and idles fine when cold but if you come off the throttle it will miss a little and is lumpy when you go back on throttle.

Problem disappears when warmed up.

New plugs helped but not cured.

Maybe a coil? Although I would have thought worse when hot?

2003 Scenic 1.4 16v hesitant when cold

Laguna newbie!!

Hi everybody! Just signed on the dotted line for a Laguna III dCti (hope I got that bit right?!) auto on a '59 plate. Great condition, great history with 1 owner and low mileage. Lagunas weren't even on my radar until I came across a mint manual version while helping my son to find a cheap car. After checking his car over and driving it for a few days, I thought: "This is a nice car and such good value for money!" In fact, I was so impressed that I went out and bought one for myself. Probably a bit late to be asking now - but what should we be watching out for as new owners and can we expect any nasty surprises?

Laguna newbie!!

Clio 2002 steering.....

Hi Guys
When the steering is put to full lock there is a single clunk and then you here it when turning back, happens stationary aswell. Plus when driving you can turn the wheel a couple of inches and it doesn't self centre. Any help much appreciated

Clio 2002 steering.....

Kangoo 1.9D New Engine

Hi guys, I recently became the owner of an S plate Kangoo for very cheap (£200) No rust or body issues but does have a blown engine. As part of the deal it comes with a replacement engine that just needs fitting (1.9D non turbo) Now, with the replacement engine sat on the bench it makes sense to change a few of the harder parts before it gets fitted. I'm going to swap the cam belt, idlers and water pump. I'm not really clued up on diesels, is there anything else you guys would recommend I change while the lump is out of the van? Also, is the cam belt straight forward enough on these? I've done cam belts before but never on a Renault or a diesel. Sorry for the essay! Any tips would be appreciated.
Dave

Kangoo 1.9D New Engine

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Grinding noises

Hi I'm new to this

I have a Renault Megane 1.6 2003 mk2




Recently my car has been making some grinding noises while driving and stationery, it use to do it only in first gear but doing it all the time now but stops if I put the clutch in, from what I've Hurd already is that it may be the clutch,so this morning I went outside to my car and started it up and it was making the noise again I put it into first and and let the clutch out and it didn't go anywhere but makes some crunching sounds. Just really want to know what the problem is please could someone help asap thanks teddy

Grinding noises

Renault Megane making crunching/grinding noises

I'm new to this
I have a Renault Megane 1.6 2003 mk2

Recently my car has been making grinding noises or should I say loud clicking noises in first gear but not the other gears but now it's does it in every gear and even when the car is stationery, when you put the clutch down the noises go I been told it could be the clutch or gearbox, then yesterday I got in my car and put it in gear was about to pull away and it didn't move just made some grinding and crunching noises please could someone help

Renault Megane making crunching/grinding noises

2012 Megane r-link upgrade

Hello!

I've just purchased a 2012 Megane coupe dynamique which has TomTom sat nav. I just wondered if it's possible to update the system to r-link? I can't figure out how to go back out of the sat nav to get to the r-link screen so am assuming I wasn't added and it's just a sat nav.

Any ideas?

Cheers!

Chris

2012 Megane r-link upgrade

dead scenic

hi all looking for any ideas I was out driving my scenic for a few mins parked middle of street put my hazards on . went back around 10 mins later tried to start it wouldn't dashboard started to flash . thought maybe battery dying tried a jump start still nothing eventualy the car is totally dead no lights on dashboard no interior lights doors wont open or lock put key in nothing at all tried brand new battery still nothing oh the radio does work or would work asking for code anyway thanks for any advice in advance paul

dead scenic

Turning head lights on with key fob

Hey lads just wondering is it possible to get the key to turn on my head lights when I open my car

Turning head lights on with key fob

Hi all new to the site need help

aup all names oli I'm new to the site and to renaults

I have a 2003 megane I need help locating the fuel pump relay


Can any 1 help
Thanks

Hi all new to the site need help

Torque setting for main brake drum nut.

I have an unhealthy scrapeing noise on application of the brakes on Renault Kangoo 2009 (1.2 petrol). Am ready to take the drums off to have a look at the problem but can't find details on the torque setting for when I tighten up the main nut which secures the brake drum.

Torque setting for main brake drum nut.

2000 clio 1.2 radiator fan switch

can anyone tell me where this is located? the car is overheating as the fan wont kick in, ive checked the fan and that works, ive put a new temp sensor switch on aswell and ive got a new thermostat which i havent put on yet but i cannot for the life of me find the rad fan switch..:crazy:

2000 clio 1.2 radiator fan switch

depressing brake pedal causes wooshing sound

from the passenger side under dash. like air being pushed out. my son put his hand up under dash towards the centre and says there s a little air being released that he can feel..
I have a megane ii 07 model 1.9L dci.
this one has me stumped..:confused:
Any ideas??

depressing brake pedal causes wooshing sound

hi everyone

welshy1973

hi everyone

SERVICE and an amber P triangle caption illuminated after battery change

hi everyone
after trying to sort why my front side lights, still they do not work, I had to charge my battery overnight due to the battery not able to start the engine.
put the battery on this morning car now starts but now there is a service and P triangle caption.
have read that its because I took battery off car, how can I reset this breaks work fine as have checked them this morning.
help please
thanks guys
oh yes and the front sidelights still don't work

SERVICE and an amber P triangle caption illuminated after battery change

dirty head lights

Hi every one, my better half has a Laguna estate on a 07 plate. the problem is that the head lights look dirty but its on the inside of the lamp. Can the glass be taken off & cleaned or is it new units that's required. many thanks Gerry.

dirty head lights