Engine Cover

[sad old git]

Hi.A further question about my recently purchased 3 yr old Renault Clio. I was checking under the bonnet the other day to check oil/water/hydraulic/ battery conditions which were all fine. I decided I wanted to check the condition of the spark plugs but to do this I have to remove the cover over the engine. I have tried gently trying to prise it off to no avail.I have since been told that it has to be "wrenched" off which sounds a bit OTT to me. So if anyone can help thankyou in advance................

[Zacs-Master]

You don't really need to do that on a 3 yo car. Are you a 'tinkerer' by nature? ;-)

[sad old git]

Thank you for your reply Zacs. I am not a tinkerer but am guilty of being an old ex marine engineer who likes to know what does what which is why I want to lift the engine cover to see the layout. I probably won't touch anything as you say a 3 yr old car I shouldn't have to (19000miles?) but for my mechanically peace of mind I have to have a look. Hope you understand.

[jake-the-peg]

I think then you should invest a Hynes Manual!

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Haynes-Workshop-Repair-Manual-Renault-Clio-05-09-/280957136869

;c)

[sad old git]

Thank you Jake I have already done so and expecting it to arrive tomorrow.I greatly appreciate both you and Zacs help and wish you A.O.B.

[sad old git]

Thank you for your reply methyl.I guess I'll have to keep my fingers crossed that nothing goes wrong.However I still haven't had the cover off the engine if for instance I need to change a spark plug.Hopefully Haynes will enlighten me. cheers

[Toureman]

Now you have a Renault this is the place for info......

http://www.renaultforums.co.uk/index.php?referrerid=599