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Brake system of the car Renault Megane 1
Specifications and description of the brake system
Front brake mechanisms Characteristic New Minimum Disc Thickness - All Models Except Scenic: solid Disc Models 12.0 mm 10.3 mm models with ventilated discs: 1.6L models (engines K7M 702 and 703) 20.0 mm 18.3 mm...
Front brake mechanisms Characteristic New Minimum Disc Thickness - All Models Except Scenic: solid Disc Models 12.0 mm 10.3 mm models with ventilated discs: 1.6L models (engines K7M 702 and 703) 20.0 mm 18.3 mm...
Bleeding the brake hydraulic system
Warning! Brake fluid is poisonous. Rinse any parts of your body that come into contact with the fluid with plenty of cold running water and seek immediate medical attention if the fluid gets into your mouth or eyes....
Warning! Brake fluid is poisonous. Rinse any parts of your body that come into contact with the fluid with plenty of cold running water and seek immediate medical attention if the fluid gets into your mouth or eyes....
Replacing brake pipes and hoses
Note: Before proceeding, please refer to the Note provided at the beginning of the Section Bleeding the brake hydraulic system . Models not equipped with ABS 1. If any tube or hose needs to be replaced, remove the...
Note: Before proceeding, please refer to the Note provided at the beginning of the Section Bleeding the brake hydraulic system . Models not equipped with ABS 1. If any tube or hose needs to be replaced, remove the...
Replacing the front brake pads
Warning! Disc brake pads should be changed on both front wheels at the same time - changing the pads on only one wheel will result in uneven braking. Dust formed when the pads wear may contain asbestos, which is harmful...
Warning! Disc brake pads should be changed on both front wheels at the same time - changing the pads on only one wheel will result in uneven braking. Dust formed when the pads wear may contain asbestos, which is harmful...
Replacing the rear brake pads
Warning! The brake pads should be changed on both rear wheels at the same time - changing the pad on only one wheel will result in uneven braking. The dust formed when the pads wear may contain asbestos, which is...
Warning! The brake pads should be changed on both rear wheels at the same time - changing the pad on only one wheel will result in uneven braking. The dust formed when the pads wear may contain asbestos, which is...
Inspection, removal and installation of the front brake disc
Note: If one of the discs requires replacement, replace BOTH discs at the same time to ensure equal and effective braking. It is recommended to replace the pads as well. Inspection 1. Set the handbrake, then jack up the...
Note: If one of the discs requires replacement, replace BOTH discs at the same time to ensure equal and effective braking. It is recommended to replace the pads as well. Inspection 1. Set the handbrake, then jack up the...
Removal, inspection and installation of rear brake drums
Removal All models except Scenic 1. Block the front wheels, then jack up the rear of the car and place it on axle stands. Remove the rear wheel. 2. Using a hammer and a large flat-head screwdriver, carefully pry off the...
Removal All models except Scenic 1. Block the front wheels, then jack up the rear of the car and place it on axle stands. Remove the rear wheel. 2. Using a hammer and a large flat-head screwdriver, carefully pry off the...
Removal, overhaul and installation of front brake calipers
Removal 1. Set the handbrake, then jack up the front of the car and place it on axle stands. Remove the wheel. 2. Remove the master cylinder reservoir cap and re-tighten it, placing a piece of polyethylene underneath to...
Removal 1. Set the handbrake, then jack up the front of the car and place it on axle stands. Remove the wheel. 2. Remove the master cylinder reservoir cap and re-tighten it, placing a piece of polyethylene underneath to...
Removal and installation the rear brake cylinder
Caution! On models equipped with ABS, before unscrewing the brake pipe couplings, disconnect the ground cable from the battery and do not reconnect it until the system has been bled. Failure to do so may result in air...
Caution! On models equipped with ABS, before unscrewing the brake pipe couplings, disconnect the ground cable from the battery and do not reconnect it until the system has been bled. Failure to do so may result in air...
Removal, overhaul and installation of the master cylinder
Removal 1. Remove the brake master cylinder reservoir filler cap and fluid level sensor (refer to Section Schedule of current maintenance ). 2. Where the reservoir is mounted directly to the master cylinder, suck out...
Removal 1. Remove the brake master cylinder reservoir filler cap and fluid level sensor (refer to Section Schedule of current maintenance ). 2. Where the reservoir is mounted directly to the master cylinder, suck out...
Removal and installation the brake pedal
Removal Models with manual transmission 1. Remove the clutch pedal as described in Chapter Clutch . 2. Pull out the mounting bracket and remove the pushrod fork pin securing the vacuum booster unit pushrod to the pedal...
Removal Models with manual transmission 1. Remove the clutch pedal as described in Chapter Clutch . 2. Pull out the mounting bracket and remove the pushrod fork pin securing the vacuum booster unit pushrod to the pedal...
Checking, removing and installing the vacuum booster unit
Examination 1. To check the function of the booster, press the brake pedal several times to release the vacuum, then start the engine while holding the pedal down. When the engine starts, the pedal should noticeably...
Examination 1. To check the function of the booster, press the brake pedal several times to release the vacuum, then start the engine while holding the pedal down. When the engine starts, the pedal should noticeably...
Removal, checking and installation the one-way valve of the vacuum booster unit
Removal 1. Disconnect the hose from the booster one-way valve mounted on the front of the unit. 2. Remove the valve from the rubber sealing ring using a twisting motion. Remove the sealing ring from the booster....
Removal 1. Disconnect the hose from the booster one-way valve mounted on the front of the unit. 2. Remove the valve from the rubber sealing ring using a twisting motion. Remove the sealing ring from the booster....
Adjusting the handbrake
Caution! If the handbrake rod length is not adjusted correctly, the automatic rear brake clearance compensator mechanism will not work. This will result in excessive free play of the brake pedal. 1. The adjustment of...
Caution! If the handbrake rod length is not adjusted correctly, the automatic rear brake clearance compensator mechanism will not work. This will result in excessive free play of the brake pedal. 1. The adjustment of...
Removal and installation the handbrake lever
Removal 1. To access the handbrake lever, remove the center console completely (scenic models) or just its back part (all other models), as described in Chapter Body . Disconnect the electrical connector from the...
Removal 1. To access the handbrake lever, remove the center console completely (scenic models) or just its back part (all other models), as described in Chapter Body . Disconnect the electrical connector from the...
Removal and installation handbrake cables
Removal 1. The rear brake assemblies are connected to the handbrake lever by two cables. Each cable can be removed separately as follows. 2. Block the front wheels, then jack up the rear of the vehicle and place it on...
Removal 1. The rear brake assemblies are connected to the handbrake lever by two cables. Each cable can be removed separately as follows. 2. Block the front wheels, then jack up the rear of the vehicle and place it on...
Checking, removing and installing the rear brake pressure control valve
Checking the serviceability 1. A load-sensitive pressure control valve is embedded in the hydraulic line of each rear brake. The valve is attached to the bottom of the car and connected to the rear axle. The valve...
Checking the serviceability 1. A load-sensitive pressure control valve is embedded in the hydraulic line of each rear brake. The valve is attached to the bottom of the car and connected to the rear axle. The valve...
Removal, installation and adjusting the headlight switch
Removal 1. The brake light switch is located on the pedal bracket under the dashboard. 2. To remove the switch, reach under the panel, disconnect the wiring connector and unscrew the switch from the bracket....
Removal 1. The brake light switch is located on the pedal bracket under the dashboard. 2. To remove the switch, reach under the panel, disconnect the wiring connector and unscrew the switch from the bracket....
General description of the anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Models with extended equipment are equipped with ABS. The system consists of a hydraulic unit and four sensors on the wheels. The hydraulic unit includes an electronic control device, eight hydraulic electromagnetic...
Models with extended equipment are equipped with ABS. The system consists of a hydraulic unit and four sensors on the wheels. The hydraulic unit includes an electronic control device, eight hydraulic electromagnetic...
Removal and installation of ABS system components
Hydraulic block Before unscrewing the brake pipe couplings, disconnect the ground cable from the battery and do not reconnect it until you have bled the system. If you do not do this, air can enter the hydraulic unit,...
Hydraulic block Before unscrewing the brake pipe couplings, disconnect the ground cable from the battery and do not reconnect it until you have bled the system. If you do not do this, air can enter the hydraulic unit,...
Removal and installation a vacuum pump (diesel engines)
Removal 1. Where necessary, remove the air intake duct to facilitate access to the vacuum pump (refer to Chapter Power and exhaust systems ). 2. Release the clamp and disconnect the vacuum hose from the pump. 3. Remove...
Removal 1. Where necessary, remove the air intake duct to facilitate access to the vacuum pump (refer to Chapter Power and exhaust systems ). 2. Release the clamp and disconnect the vacuum hose from the pump. 3. Remove...
Checking the serviceability and overhauling the vacuum pump (diesel engines)
1. The operation of the vacuum pump can be checked using a vacuum gauge. 2. Disconnect the vacuum tube from the pump and connect the vacuum gauge and the pump coupling using a piece of hose. 3. Start the engine and let...
1. The operation of the vacuum pump can be checked using a vacuum gauge. 2. Disconnect the vacuum tube from the pump and connect the vacuum gauge and the pump coupling using a piece of hose. 3. Start the engine and let...
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