Clutch Replacement on Renault Megane 2

Remove the battery, battery tray, and the ECU. Disconnect the crankshaft position sensor (CKP) connector, the gear selector cables, and their mounting bracket. Disconnect the reverse light switch connector.

All obstructing wires and hoses must be tied up and moved away from the gearbox. Next, suspend the cooling radiator.

Remove the radiator crossmember (lower beam).

To remove the driveshafts, the suspension must be partially dismantled. It is more convenient to remove the shock absorber strut from the steering knuckle (hub carrier) to avoid damaging the ball joint boot during removal.

• Unbolt the steering rack from the subframe and tie it to the exhaust pipe;
• Unbolt the track rod ends from the steering knuckles;
• Unbolt the anti-roll bar links (drop links);
• Compress the suspension spring slightly (if necessary to release the link);
• Unbolt the subframe and leave it hanging on the last bolts (it is not necessary to remove it completely, but it must be loosened, otherwise the gearbox will not come out);
• Remove the shock absorber strut from the steering knuckle. It is advisable to tie the knuckle to the strut cup with wire to avoid stressing the brake hose and ball joint.

Place a secure support (jack) under the engine.

Remove the left driveshaft. Using a pry bar, carefully lever the inner CV joint (tripod) between the gearbox housing and the joint, assisting with light hammer taps.

Remove the right driveshaft. To do this, the gearbox needs to be unbolted slightly and moved (create a gap of 10–15 mm), otherwise the mounting of the right driveshaft centre bearing will prevent its removal.

Finally unbolt the gearbox mounts and remove the gearbox. Access to the pressure plate and release bearing is now open for replacement.