Fuel and exhaust systems (carburetor) Renault Clio 1

Fuel and exhaust system specifications — carbureted models
Carburetor - main characteristics Manufacturer and type: All C-series engines Single-chamber Solex 32 BIS Idle speed 700±50 rpm CO content 1.5±0.5 % Recommended fuel All models Leaded or unleaded petrol, 95 RON Fuel...

General description and precautions
On C-series engines, the fuel system consists of a fuel tank mounted under the rear of the vehicle, a mechanical fuel pump, and a single-barrel downdraft carburetor. The mechanical fuel pump is driven by an eccentric on...

Air filter housing — removal and installation
Removal 1. Remove the air filter element as described in Section 1 . 2. Disconnect the air intake ducts from the air filter inlet pipes. 3. Remove the mounting bolts, noting the location of the rubber gaskets, washers...

Throttle Pedal Cable — removal, installation, and adjustment
Removal 1. To improve access, remove the air filter, see Chapter 2 . 2. While working in the engine compartment, manually turn the throttle sector to release the cable tension. Disconnect the cable from the lever. 3....

Gas pedal — removal and installation
Removal 1. Unscrew the nut securing the gas pedal pivot bushing. 2. Disconnect the cable from the gas pedal as described in previous chapter . 3. Remove the pedal and bushing. Installation 4. Install in reverse order.

Choke Cable — removal, installation and adjustment
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. 2. To access the carburetor, remove the air filter as described in Chapter 2 . 3. Using a screwdriver or pliers, disconnect the twisted end of the choke cable...

Unleaded gasoline — general description
All carbureted models described in this manual can be operated on unleaded gasoline (octane number 95) premium brands, or unleaded (octane number 98) or leaded (octane number 97) premium quality gasoline.

Fuel pump — inspection, removal and installation
Note: Before you begin, please see the warning in Chapter 1 . Checking the serviceability 1. To check the fuel pump on the engine, temporarily disconnect the outlet pipe that leads to the carburetor, plug the pump...

Fuel level sensor — removal, inspection and installation
Note: Before you begin, please see the warning in Chapter 1 . Removal 1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Tilt the rear seat and remove the fuel gauge cover. 2. Disconnect the hoses and multi-pin...

Fuel tank — removal and installation
Removal 1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. Disconnect the hoses and multi-pin connector from the fuel level sensor, see Chapter 8 . 2. Transfer the fuel from the tank to a suitable container. 3. Jack up...

Fuel tank filler pipe — removal and installation
Removal 1. There is no drain plug on the fuel tank, so it is preferable to remove it after all the fuel has been used up. Before starting work, disconnect the negative cable from the battery and then pump out any...

Carburetor — removal and installation
Removal Note: A new set of gaskets will be required during installation. 1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery. On models with an anti-condensation system, remove the carburetor vent duct. 2. Drain the...

Carburetor — troubleshooting, overhaul and adjustment
Troubleshooting 1. High fuel consumption, unstable idle and poor throttle response may not necessarily be due to faulty carburetor. First, check the condition of the ignition system components, valve clearances and...

Assembly of intake and exhaust manifolds — removal and installation
Removal Note: Installation will require new manifold and carburetor gaskets. 1. Remove the carburetor ( Chapter 11 ). 2. Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose and the crankcase ventilation hose from the intake...

Exhaust system — general description and component replacement
General description 1. The system consists of three sections. 2. The tailpipe and rear section can be removed without disturbing the rest of the exhaust system components. To remove the center section, it is recommended...

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Clio 1 (1990-1998)