Recent content by Phillip Beattie

Unfortunately my squiddo page was replaced by Hubpages, so have re-written it, please take the survey if you can: http://fixitfriends.hubpages.com/hub/Clio-197-Flat-Spots-and-Kangaroo

I have just changed my battery and took notes and pictures of how to do it. Hope this is useful to other owners. https://fixitfriends.com/fixits/renault-clio-197-and-clio-200-changing-the-battery

I had written up some instructions on my site for changing the bulbs, they are a bit tricky, hope this helps other owners. https://fixitfriends.com/fixits/clio-197-and-200-headlight-bulb-replacement-and-upgrades

The results so far: Higher Octane Fuel - 31% 2 minute warm-up -31 % Actis Solution - 18% Switch off traction Control - 6% Remap - 0% Combination of the above - 6% None of the above - 6% Thanks for the input, please keep voting if you can.....Hopefully someone has found remap useful (I'm dying to...

I have always used the renault OEM filters for my Clio Mk1 16v, my Clio 2 172 Cup and my Clio 3 197. Had no problems and if you do it yourself (easy enough), it is cheaper anyways.

Do RS tuning do a plug and play remap? I'm too far away to be able to get it done in person. Phillip

I'd written an article a couple of years back, when trying to sort out my flatspots and tried the usual possible fixes. I was going to get a remap at the time, and created a squidoo page (new fangled idea) to try and get a bit of feedback, before parting with the cash. I am thinking again of a...

I've written up another set of instructions for changing the engine oil and filter hope this is useful. Feel free to feedback any improvements, preferred oil brands etc. https://fixitfriends.com/fixits/renault-clio-197-200-changing-the-oil-and-the-oil-filter

I have replaced my rear pads, and have written up some instructions on my site. I hope these are helpful, appreciate any feedback. https://fixitfriends.com/fixits/clio-197-or-200-change-or-upgrade-the-rear-brake-pads Phillip

They seem to perform better, i.e. they have higher friction than the standard renault pads. Phillip

My 197 has about 62k on the clock and has had vague steering with some knocking. I had the steering arms replaced and the steering is good and sharp again and the knocks have dissappeared. The steering arm kit was approx £45 from the dealer, you need one kit for each side and the renault part...

Hi everyone, I've been using the forum for a few years and decided it was time to join and contribute! I have had my red 197 for over three years, no mods other than red stuff brake pads. Just had my steering link arms replaced, handling much better! I try and do all my own servicing where...