21st Jun 2006, 07:04

Following my last inclusion on 8/5/06, I had my Clio checked out on computer and it came out very well! But still the low rev tick-over is still there. But, the fuel consumption is better - I was told this might happen as the engine is 're-set'. Also, the s/r is still very noisy - but it appears to come from the black nylon sun shield fixings - its incessant, drives me nuts. Any ideas? Most of the problems other contributors are experiencing appear to be forming a pattern (same stories on other sites) - surely Renault must know about this and are able to offer advice?

23rd Jun 2006, 15:19

I have a 51 plate 1.2 16v Clio, which has run without fault until yesterday.

While waiting at lights, the car became spluttery and the revs started to rise, engine management light came on, and when I pulled away the power was not there, 15 mph max.

Took the car to a local garage. While waiting to be checked,the light went out and car ran perfectly on testing. Their computer found 3 faults, 2 unspecified and one reading throttle angle sensor. The mechanic checked over the car, reset the unspecified faults, and said that if there were any more problems, the throttle sensor may need replacing.

After reading through previous posts, a common theme seems to be wiring damage on the loom. Checked this morning and what do you know, the (tamper proof box) which incidentally came off no problem, had worn away the wiring insulation underneath. This box is all metal by the way, ideal for shorting electrics out.

I have now covered this with mastic as advised by an engineer and fingers crossed, all seems fine. Will post again if any more developments, but please check the obvious first before shelling out pound notes on a difficult to diagnose problem.

10th Jul 2006, 16:35

Renault Clio RSI.

I have had several problems with this car since I got this in 2001. It has been a really good car, but there are just too many problems. I like everyone else posted have had several problems.

The first problem I got was the Airbag light, this is a known problem with Renault Clio’s made around this year and its something to do we a cable under the driver seat that becomes lose, this was fixed for around £250.

The faulty coils are a nightmare. I was driving along and all of a sudden the car losses power and has no acceleration at all. This means you have to drive along at about 20MPH if you are near home to have it booked into the Renault Garage. You then normally have to wait about a week before you can get an appointment and you are never offered a courtesy car.

The first time the coils went they replaced 1, another coil went 3 months later, then the final 2 were replaced another 3 months later. They said that they fixed the problem and it was something to do with water getting into the seal. However I think another one could be on its way out so it may not have been fixed. When I start the car if you seat init you can feel the car jump slightly and I believe another coil is faulty. If I take it to Renault do you think they will do the decent thing and replace it free of charge if I write them a letter?.

Over the last two weeks I have been having trouble starting the car and have needed to jump start it. I have replaced the battery and hoping this problem with go away, but I shall have to wait and see.

The other problem I had was with the electric windows. One day I pushed the up button and it just made a loud bang and I thought the window had broken. However this is another fault with the clios and the electronic motors needed replacing costing around £500.

I have kept the car serviced etc, first service cost me £250, the last service £580 and I am still experiencing problems. Renault Clio should admit a design flaw in the coils and replace these free of charge.

22nd Jul 2006, 13:57

I have a Clio 1.6RXE, suddenly cut out. Oil light came on when ignition was off! Also the coil (Diesel warning) light comes on even though this is a petrol. Whats happening? TDC has been replaced - no joy.

15th Aug 2006, 15:35

Dear all,

I have a Clio mark 2, 2000 year plate. 1.2 Grande. 47k miles on clock.

Recently whilst driving down the motorway the speedo needle dropped back to zero. After being parked for a while with the engine off the speedo needle works for a while then zeros again. This problem used to be intermittent, but now it happens without fail within 5 miles of starting a journey. I have done the dashboard self test recommended in the Hayes manual. This showed that all the needles work. Can anyone offer me advice as to solving my problems?

On my last drive I noticed that whilst the speedo needle is at zero the mileage counter also does not work. Are these problems connected?Any advice welcome? Is it a main dealer job?

I am also thinking of selling the car soon as a part exchange? Should I solve the problem before part exchanging? what tack would you use?

If you need more information let me know.

Thanks in advance.

Groggy.

15th Aug 2006, 16:14

This comment is for the last rewiever. I used to own a Renault 5, the first generation (it was a 1978 car) and I experienced the same problem as yours. The minute I passed 105 km per hour, the speedometer's needle used to drop at zero. I solved it by changing the instruments panel. You also might check the tachometer's cable that is coming for the gear box and is inserted into the instrument panel (it might be loose, and also affects the speedometer's needle). Good luck.

22nd Aug 2006, 04:39

I've recently been experiencing similar problems with my 1999 T reg Renault Clio 1.2 Grande - juddering starts, really low revs when the car is at a standstill. Had the coil pack replaced about 3 weeks ago which cured the problem for a while, but there is clearly still something wrong and I suspect the coil pack will fail again shortly as the intermittent acceleration problems have returned.

Garage said that it's going to start to get expensive to investigate the problem - time for a new car.

Will not be looking to buy a Renault again.

5th Oct 2006, 10:07

Please can anyone help??

I recently bought a Clio 1.2 expression from an auction.

After a month of driving it, the electrical fault light appeared (The one with a kind of graph and squiggly line). I noticed that the light would disappear if I switched off the engine and restarted the car. However the car wasnt picking up any speed.

I took it to my usual garage, but unfortunately the machine was unable to read it so I had to take it to renault for a diagnostic reading.

I was told that two wires had been in contact and had been rubbing against each other. They said the fault could reoccur and if it did they would have to replace the computer at a cost of £800 + VAT.

They charged me £140 to have the computer wiped and to fix whatever wires that had been in contact.

I have been driving the car since and the electrical fault light has reappeared.

I'd just like to know if anyone else has experienced such problems and any possible solutions??

Any help/advice would be appreciated.