Renault · Clio 4 · 2012-2019
Renault Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 specs and common problems
Common in fleet and taxi use thanks to its low consumption. On the 90 hp K9K, EGR sooting, injectors and the DPF are the most frequent issues. Watch out for judder when pulling away on the EDC version.
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How much oil does the Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 take?
The Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 takes about 4.5 litres of 5W-30 engine oil including the filter. Approval to look for on the bottle: Renault RN0720.
- Approval
- Renault RN0720
- Alternative
- 0W-30
- Manual 5-speed
- 75W-80 · ≈ 2.5 L
- Coolant
- Glaceol RX Type D 50/50 · ≈ 5.5 L
- Brake fluid
- DOT 4
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Timing belt and maintenance
In practice 120,000 km / 5 years
Replaced as a kit together with the water pump.
The water pump is driven by the timing belt, so it should be replaced at the same time.
- Oil change
- 15,000 km or once a year (10,000 km in the city)
- Glow plug
- 4 pcs · When they fail
- Valves / tappets
- Hydraulic tappets.
- Fuel filter
- 30,000 km
- Power
- 90 hp @ 4,000 rpm
- Torque
- 220 Nm @ 1,750 rpm
- Displacement
- 1,461 cc
- Fuel
- Diesel · Turbo, intercooler
- Valvetrain
- SOHC 8V
- Injection
- Common-rail direct injection
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual / 6-speed EDC dual-clutch
- Emissions
- Euro 5 / Euro 6 (DPF)
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Tyre size and pressure
- Original size
- 185/65 R15
- Alternative sizes
- 195/55 R16 · 205/45 R17
- Bolt pattern (PCD)
- 4x100
- Centre bore
- 60.1 mm
- Wheel
- 6J x 15 ET47
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Is the Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 suitable for LPG?
- Classic LPG conversions are not done on diesel engines.
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Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 common problems and fixes
- #01
EGR valve sooting
Medium RiskAfter 60,000 km
- Symptom:
- Rough idle, loss of power, P0401.
- Cause:
- Short trips.
- Proper fix:
- EGR cleaning and adaptation, replacement if needed.
- #02
Crank pulley (damper) failure
High RiskAfter 100,000 km
- Symptom:
- Ticking from the front of the engine, auxiliary belt wobbling, charging light.
- Cause:
- The rubber layer in the pulley ageing.
- Proper fix:
- The crank pulley and auxiliary belt are replaced. If left, the belt snaps and can affect the timing belt.
- #03
Glow plug failure
Low RiskAfter 100,000 km
- Symptom:
- Hard starting in the cold, white smoke, P0380.
- Cause:
- The plugs reaching the end of their life.
- Proper fix:
- The plugs are measured and the faulty ones replaced.
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Common fault codes on the Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90
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Frequently asked questions
How much engine oil does the Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 take?
The Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 (K9K) takes about 4.5 litres of engine oil including the filter. Recommended viscosity is 5W-30; look for the Renault RN0720 approval. Check the level on the dipstick after filling.
When should the timing belt on the Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 be replaced?
This engine uses a timing belt. In practice 120,000 km / 5 years. Replaced as a kit together with the water pump.
What tyre pressure should the Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 run?
With the original 185/65 R15 tyres, 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear are recommended at normal load, and 35 front / 36 rear at full load. The exact values are on the door pillar or fuel flap sticker.
Is the Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90 suitable for LPG?
Not suitable, diesel engine. Classic LPG conversions are not done on diesel engines.
What are the common problems of the Clio 4 1.5 dCi 90?
The best-known problems are: EGR valve sooting, Crank pulley (damper) failure, Glow plug failure. The symptoms and fix for each are explained on this page.
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