Renault Sandero 1

Renault Sandero is one of the most popular foreign cars in Russia. The model (factory index B90) is built on the chassis of Renault Logan and is unified with it by 70%.

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Renault Sandero is one of the most popular foreign cars in Russia. The model (factory index B90) is built on the chassis of Renault Logan and is unified with it by 70%. The body option was only one - a 5-door hatchback.

Production of Sandero began in December 2007 in Brazil, and in 2008, assembly began in Argentina. The European version under the Dacia sign was introduced in March 2008. In the same year, production began in Romania. In 2009, the production was launched in South Africa. In 2009, sales began in Ukraine and Belarus. And in December 2009, assembly began in Russia - at the Moscow "Avtoframos". On March 1, 2010, Sandero went on sale, and in 2014 gave way to the second generation model.

Engines

Renault Sandero was equipped with three gasoline engines, familiar from the first Logan. It is one unit of 1.4 liters (K7J / 75 hp) and two volumes of 1.6 liters - 8 valve (K7M / 84 hp) and 16 valve (K4M / 102 hp). All engines are generally unpretentious and quite reliable. A gear belt is used to drive the gas distribution mechanism. Mechanics recommend changing it after 60,000 km or three years. The cost of a new set of valve timing - more than 1200 rubles. Along with the belt, it is worth updating the pump (from 1400 rubles). It can flow after 70-120 thousand km. Hydraulic valve gap compensators are only available in 16-valve 1. 6. In other units, the gaps of the valves are regulated mechanically. Adjustment of gaps may be needed after 120-150 thousand km (about 7000 rubles). For gasoline 1.4 liters were characterized by problems with the start - it turned out not on the first attempt. The reason was hidden in the firmware of the ECU and poor-quality fuel. 8-valve engines are the most trouble-free. A recurring defect was the leaking of the thermostat. It was still in the early stages. One of the troubles of engines with a volume of 1.6 liters is a violation of the integrity of the ignition coils and loss of tightness, as a result, power failures and unstable operation of the engines. Cases are not isolated. The reason is well known by Logan - the temperature difference on the coil body due to its location on the engine. Solved the problem owners installing additional washers under the coil, which ensured better thermal stability of the coating. 16-valve unit presented surprises more serious.

Transmission

The engines worked in tandem with 5-speed mechanics, and the 16-valve could be combined with a 4-speed automatic. The DP2 automatic transmission is not yet a problem.

In cars with manual transmission often breaks the outer anther of the backstage gears. The pollen is not sold separately, it is only collected from the scene (about 7000 rubles).

After 50-100 thousand km, a leak of the transmission fluid through the anther of the internal SRUS of the left drive shaft may be detected. The dust also plays the role of a stain. The cost of the new original part is 2400 rubles, and the analogue - from 300 rubles.

Clutch usually serves more than 100-150 thousand km. The cost of the new set is 5-6 thousand rubles.

Walking

Some owners even with small runs faced the need to replace the front step bearing. It was usually Sandero without ABS. The reason is a swivel fist with a hole under the ABS sensor, where water and dirt easily got into. The bearing separator is plastic and it wears out easily. Installation in the hole foam plug for a long time prolonged the life of the hub. Nevertheless, in the bulk of the hub bearings serve more than 90-120 thousand km.

Knocking, heard from behind when passing irregularities or rocking the car is a massive problem. He appeared in cars without ABS. The reason is the regulator of brake forces (“sorcerer”). You can identify the source on the hung machine by moving the regulator lever. Eliminate the cause will help lubrication of the rod of the brake regulator. Publishes knocks and hand brake cable due to a failure of the mounting unit.

Front shock absorbers are handed over after 60-90 thousand km (from 2000 rubles), the rear serve longer - more than 120-150 thousand km (from 1500 rubles). After 120-150 thousand km could sit down or break the rear springs (from 1200 rubles per piece).

Ball supports and silent blocks of the front levers usually reach 60-90 thousand km. Worn parts can be replaced separately (from 200 rubles per analog). An analogue of the lever in the collection will cost at least 1000 rubles, the original is available for 3600 rubles.

Other problems and malfunctions

The paintwork of Renault Sandero is weak - with time, small scratches appear on it. Paint bloating can be found on the glass frame of the back door. Rust can also appear on the inside of the trunk door. The sealer wipes the paint to metal. Water in doors is common because of drain valves located above the bottom point of the door cavity. In addition, in places of plastic plugs of drain holes of doors, corrosion foci are sometimes found. Rust can also attack the VIN number, knocked out on the right support cup of the shock absorber. In addition, often there is a crack in the paint in the area of the drain - at the junction of the rear rack of the body and the roof. The chrome emblem does not resist the effects of an aggressive environment. First, its coating darkens, and then completely peels. In the rear lights often formed condensation. And when the light disappears in the rear PTF (fog-fog-lamp), it is enough to move the contacts. Among the minor malfunctions, owners note the failure of the driver's door lock. Many were surprised by the cracks in the bottom of the windshields, and the "native" windshield wipers were short-lived and very small in size. When working windshield wipers in the upper part, a large wedge of an untreated surface is formed, nicknamed by the owners of "snot". Not good enough washing the back window. Electricity, so far, has not acquired any "diseases", but without "glitches" was not done.

Engines

• Mechanics recommend changing it after 60,000 km or three years.
• Along with the belt, it is worth updating the pump (from 1400 rubles). It can flow after 70-120 thousand km.
• For gasoline 1.4 liters were characterized by problems with the start - it turned out not on the first attempt.
• 8-valve motors are the most trouble-free.
• A recurring defect was the leaking of the thermostat. It was still in the early stages.
• One of the troubles of engines with a volume of 1.6 liters is a violation of the integrity of the ignition coils and loss of tightness, as a result, power failures and unstable operation of the engines. Cases are not isolated.
• The owners solved the problem by installing additional washers under the coil, which provided better thermal stability of the coating.
• The first batches came with problematic damper pulleys of the crankshaft.

Walking

• Some owners even with small runs faced the need to replace the front step bearing. It was usually Sandero without ABS.
• Knocking, heard from behind when passing irregularities or rocking the car is a massive problem. He appeared in cars without ABS.
• Publishes knocks and hand brake cable due to a failure of the mounting unit.

Other problems and malfunctions

• Rust can also appear on the inside of the trunk door.
• In addition, in places of plastic plugs of drain holes of doors, corrosion foci are sometimes found.
• Rust can also attack the VIN number, knocked out on the right support cup of the shock absorber.
• In addition, often there is a crack in the paint in the area of the drain - at the junction of the rear rack of the body and the roof.
• Among the minor malfunctions, owners note the failure of the driver's door lock.
• Many were surprised by the appearance of cracks in the lower part of the windshields.
• He has repeatedly refused to heat the driver’s seat.
• There are problems with the air conditioning system.

Renault Sandero won't be burdensome in content. These problems can be easily solved for relatively little money.

• Renault Sandero is one of the most popular foreign cars in Russia.
• Engines: Along with the belt, it is worth updating the pump (from 1400 rubles). It can flow after 70-120 thousand km.
• Transmission: The engines worked in tandem with 5-speed mechanics, and the 16-valve could be combined with a 4-speed automatic.
• Driving: Knocking from behind when passing irregularities or rocking the car is a massive problem. He appeared in cars without ABS.
• Other problems and malfunctions: Rust may appear on the inside of the trunk door.

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