Maintenance
Engine oil change
In this manual: Maintenance
~1min read
Frequency: refer to your vehicle's service document.
Average drain capacities including oil filter (for information)
1.2 16V engine: 4.0 litres 0.9 TCe engine: 4.1 litres 1.5 dCi engine: 4.5 litres

When working under the bonnet, make sure the wiper stalk is in the OFF position.
Risk of injury.
Engine oil quality
Refer to your vehicle's service document.
If the level drops abnormally or repeatedly, consult a brand representative.
When working near the engine, it may be hot. In addition, the cooling fan may start at any time.Risk of injury.
Filling : take care when topping up not to let oil drip onto engine parts, risk of fire.
Be sure to close the cap properly, otherwise oil may spray onto hot engine parts and cause a fire.
Do not run the engine in an enclosed space: exhaust gases are toxic.
Oil change : if you carry out the oil change with the engine hot, beware of burns from the oil flowing out.
Test yourself
A quick Renault Clio quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
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