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I forgot to mention, but the wiper linkage is fairly new as my old one was seized to the point it cracked. The only things it could be, now, that I can think of, is the stalk switch (doubt it, as I have a new one and it did the same on the old one) and the relay within the UCH. Knowing my luck...

Hi all, My 197 has once again developed an issue with the wipers. It's had this issue before and went away on its own, but it's now back and I'd like to fix it... I have a video that shows some of the issue: The wipers essentially do all of these things: When I turn the car on, despite the...

So, I had a misfire for good while and avoided changing the spark plugs as they were fairly new, still. I bit the bullet and bought new plugs and the misfire was gone. Now, two months later, it's back. Exact same symptoms - A misfire when the engine is under load, more noticeable when...

So, my exhaust manifold has finally started to blow... I haven't looked at it yet, but it will be likely the flexis. I can hear it blowing from the manifold, if I look underneath. Driveability hasn't changed much apart from the very occasional misfire while driving. I'd say it sounds like it's...

Hi all, After suspecting that my 197 was quite down on power, I finally had the chance to have it on a dyno. Sadly, due to the spontaneity of my trip to the UK, I couldn't book with any of the major specialists as they all had long wait times, so went with "117 Speed" in Manchester, which...

The fan not working on 4 will more than likely be an issue with the heater resistor plug - Check out this user post I had to fix the same thing on my car, when I bought it a few years ago but it's now doing the same thing, so I need to see if I can fix it a bit more permanently...

Actually, I also replaced the camshaft sensor in June 2024, which shows just how long I've been troubleshooting this. Will get a knock sensor next. Did you go for genuine or aftermarket in the end?

I did, yes! Thought I was forgetting something... Sadly, being in Guernsey, Channel Islands, we don't really have 'specialists' as such. In fact, I'm probably one of the very few people on the island that knows the most about these cars, so that should tell you something...:sweatsmile: Taking...

Sounds like you also went through a lot of trouble. I forgot to mention, but I replaced the lambda sensor just before the cat. I didn't bother with the one after the cat as I thought that was just for emissions? As for fuel, I tend to go with what's most convenient/open at the time when I need...

Hi all, *Apologies for the fairly repetitive posts, but I'd like to make sure I've done everything I could* My 197 feels sluggish, and has for pretty much since I've owned it. A few months ago, I did a compression test and all cylinders showed 125-ish PSI consistently on all 4 cylinders. I had...

Funny to see that picture, since they claim to be resistant to corrosion! :tearsofjoy: As for the speed limit..coastal roads are a lovely drive with some (not many, sadly) twisty corners and very popular among petrol heads here. You don't have to go mega fast to have fun. Besides, I take the...

Might keep an eye out. Not sure the car will see a trackday anytime soon, sadly, so they'd probably be perfect for spirited drives :)

I'm in Guernsey, so my options are mega limited in terms of buying local. Only one local dealer and they're always more expensive than buying online, despite Guernsey being 0% VAT. I tend to find the cheapest for me has been RPD with VAT charged at 0%. To put things into perspective, I fitted...

Surely there's other aftermarket makers doing equivalents for cheaper. Renault don't make their shock absorbers in-house. Someone makes them for them and likely sell them for cheaper without the Renault branding. Take top mounts, for example...you can either buy them direct from Renault for £57...

Hi all, Any good (and cheaper) aftermarket alternatives to Clio 200 Cup shocks? Was thinking of fitting them to my 197 as an upgrade from standard shocks and springs, but they're £120 a corner, and I'd then need springs at about £80 each, so overall I'd be looking at around £800, which is more...

I'd like to go for reliability, ideally. Would that fit the bill? Where would I get a pipe that connects the exhaust to the turbo inlet and one that connects the intercooler to the turbo? Just trying to gather all the info I need before going balls deep

Hi all, After a bit of time searching for an engine, I have learned that someone local to me has one for sale. It's been rebuilt by the owner, who works for a trusted local garage, and was built from the ground up with a turbo in mind, so the pistons aren't as high of a compression as an NA...

When you say "swivel joints", do you mean in the hub carriers? Please don't be my hub carriers...I really can't be fucked to change the ball joints

My 197 has side-to-side play on the front passenger wheel. Took it to a garage not long ago to take a look at my engine and they also pointed out that the inner and outer track rods were shot on both sides and needed replacing. To be honest, I can only see play on one side of the car, but I...

From CLiP: It's implying there's a ground short on the coils. "Circuit Open" in my experience means no contact, generally because something's unplugged. Any ideas here would be greatly appreciated