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That's for engines used between 2012 and 2016 though isn't it? Regardless @Mikflem if you have had the car since new I would be speaking with Renault Australia and/or taking it to a dealer as soon as possible, if not a mechanic at least that is familiar with Renaults. If it is something major hopefully Renault Australia will come to the party in fixing it. Will probably help your cause if it has been serviced regularly and according to the logbook.

I can't see that being an issue for a RWC at all tbh.

Welcome back @edgar!

I don't think an RS is ever truly fixed!

Isn’t that @Lesault's Ph1

Thought it was about time I upgraded the old OzRS sticker to something newer - looking forward to receiving it! 👍 Oops just remembered we are in Stage 3 restrictions - no rush @Moosey I can wait 🙂

Well I have changed to Enthusiast as well, but like you I hope I don't ever have to use them!

I wouldn't necessarily mind staying with them BUT since I started insuring with them a few years ago, the 'agreed value' (which isn't really agreed - they just offer a figure and won't change it) has gone down 30% and the premium cost has gone up 50%. So time to find another insurer - anyone tried Enthusiast car insurance?

You can use some sandpaper/emery board etc to clean the metal connections, but I would also recommend getting some Deoxit contact cleaner - you can usually buy it from electronics places like Jaycar etc or even instrument/sound equipment suppliers. It's brilliant stuff!

I am missing the 'old school' forum setup...

I assume he has a code reader? Any mention of any fault codes being thrown? Just to throw a few things into the mix off the top of my head: - tdc sensor. Renault updated the design - the newer version is blue in colour, the older one is black. If you have a black one it might be worthwhile looking at that. - possibly immobiliser/key related? - worth checking engine bay loom wiring for any damage/chaffing and cleaning all connections. There are also a couple of big white connectors (one in the fuse box and one under the scuttle panel) that can cause problems due to oxidisation/corrosion. Check the ecu plug is firmly connected as that can loosen up. Check earth straps too - there is one from the gearbox to the chassis iirc. - Clio 2s seem pretty sensitive to battery voltage anyway, even if the battery comes up ok on a test they can still cause problems - often the trip meter resetting is a sign that the battery is on the way out.

Hello! Croatia rocks - was there on holiday back in 2005. Amazing country

I don't think AASA licences qualify you for the insurance discount - they usually specify CAMS licence I think...

A CAMS L2S (Level 2 Speed) licence will be what you want for track days and should also qualify you for the insurance discount. Cost is $125 a year BUT you will also need to be a member of a CAMS-affiliated club to qualify for one. Not sure of your whereabouts, but as an example PIARC (Phillip Island Auto Racing Club) down here in VIC is about $60 a year, RCCV (Renault Car Cub Victoria) is $55 a year iirc...

Could always come down to PI for the PIARC Sprints in November, there'll be over 30 other RSs there on the Sunday as part of the OzRS Nats