Changing engine oil and oil filter According to the manufacturer's recommendation, the engine oil should be changed after 12 months of operation or after 15 thousand kilometers, whichever comes first. Note. In severe operating conditions in a large city...
Cleaning the crankcase ventilation system Over time, tar deposits from crankcase gases accumulate in the crankcase ventilation system of the engine, making it difficult to remove these gases into the engine cylinders for combustion. Because of this, the...
Checking the tension of the accessory drive belt 1. Remove the right front wheel. 2. Remove the right engine mudguard (see «Removal and installation of mudguards and engine crankcase protection» ). 3. Check belt tension against «rule of thumb»: by pressing on the belt...
Check of system of release of the fulfilled gases The exhaust system does not require special maintenance. It is enough to periodically check the reliability of the tightening of the threaded connections and the integrity of the suspension pads. In case of damage,...
Checking the hoses and connections of the cooling system 1. Open the hood and inspect the engine compartment. When inspecting the engine, pay attention to the presence of coolant in the expansion tank, the integrity of the rubber hoses, the radiator... 2....and a thermostat....
Checking the air filter element 1. Remove the air filter element (see «Replacing the air filter element» )... 2....and inspect it. If the filter element is heavily soiled, it must be cleaned by blowing with compressed air or replaced with a new one....
Checking the tightness of the fuel lines 1. Inspect the fuel line connections to the fuel filter... 2.... and the fuel rail, as well as the connection of the injectors with the fuel rail (To do this, remove the air filter). If fuel leakage is detected, replace...
Checking the level and adding oil to the gearbox You will need a syringe to fill the transmission units. Note. Fill the gearbox with Elf brand oil with a viscosity of 75W80. No oil change required (topping up only) throughout the life of the gearbox. 1. Unscrew the...
Checking the protective covers of the front wheel drives Note. The drive joints are very durable. However, if the protective covers are damaged, water and dirt enter the hinges, as a result of which they quickly fail. The work of replacing the front wheel drives is quite...
Checking the condition of the front suspension parts on the car This is how the elements of the front suspension on the car are located: 1 - front hinge (silent block) front suspension arm; 2 – connecting draft of a stretcher; 3 - shock absorber; 4 – front suspension spring; 5 –...
Checking the condition of the rear suspension parts on the car Check the condition of the rear suspension from below the vehicle mounted on a lift or inspection ditch. On rubber suspension parts are not allowed: signs of rubber aging; mechanical damage. On rubber-metal hinges are...
Inspection and testing of the steering on the car Regularly check the condition of the steering, on which traffic safety depends. When inspecting the steering, pay special attention to the condition of the protective covers and threaded connections. Be sure to replace...
Free play check (backlash) steering wheel With an increased free play of the steering wheel, it is difficult to control the car, as it reacts with a delay to the actions of the driver. In addition, increased travel that cannot be corrected by steering...
Checking the tightness of the hydraulic drive of the brakes To prevent sudden failure of the brake system, carefully check the condition of all pipelines. Replace parts with new ones if there is the slightest doubt about their suitability. All rubber brake parts (hoses, cuffs,...
Checking the operation of the vacuum brake booster If the vacuum booster fails, the force on the brake pedal increases significantly, which negatively affects driving. If the effort on the pedals during braking has noticeably increased compared to normal, check the...
Checking the parking brake 4.2. Checking the parking brake The parking brake must hold the vehicle on a 25% slope when the lever is moved in the vehicle interior by 5-7 teeth (clicks) ratchet device. 1. To check the correct adjustment of the...
Checking the effectiveness of the brake system It is advisable to check the efficiency of the brake system on special brake stands (similar to those used by the traffic police during the annual technical inspection of cars). In extreme cases, an approximate...
Checking the degree of wear of brake pads, discs and drums You will need a caliper or ruler. 1. Place the car on a lift or jack (coasters). 2. Remove the front wheel. 3. Check the condition of the pads through the hole in the brake caliper housing. If the thickness of the...
Replacement and maintenance of spark plugs You will need a special key «at 21» for removing spark plugs (with a rubber sleeve to hold the candle in order to remove the candle from the well). On all engines of Renault Logan cars, Champion RYCLC87 or Sagem RFN58LZ...
Headlight adjustment Check and adjust the headlights on an equipped car (with full fuel tank, tool kit and spare wheel). 4.3. Headlight adjustment 1. Pre-check and, if necessary, bring the air pressure in the tires to normal. 2. Install the...
Body armature lubrication To prolong body life, lubricate friction parts at every maintenance (at least every 15,000 km or once a year). If squeaks, jams appear, immediately clean the relevant parts, and then apply lubricant (the type of...
Cleaning body drain holes During operation, moisture accumulates in the cavities of the thresholds, doors and trunk lid, causing corrosion. To remove moisture, there are drainage holes located at the bottom of the thresholds, doors and in the...