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Problem 1: If they're looking for codes on what is most likely a mechanical issue rather than an electrical issue they're bound to fail. Problem 2: You really shouldn't keep taking it to different people; Pick a "Specialist" you trust, stick with your decision and let them see the job through...

It's a 1.2 16v Clio II so could be anything and really needs looking at with a very keen eye. It could be a poor earth or even a short loom issue as they're known for wires rubbing thru and wires snapping so it could be a simple continuity issue. It could also be a general ignition driver fault...

Yep, you can swap the lot and the pre-tensioners are an easy DIY job with the seats out and next to each other. If its the seat bags at fault though you will have to de-contruct the seat coverings which isn't hard but can be tricky to get back right. If after all the swapping the light is still...

That's all good then matey, its nice when the customer is happy with a price to come out and do a job but I gotta say it was a bit of a school-boy error not checking your own fuses.

LoL - Jobs like that are mint!

I suspect a Crank Position Sensor fault but needs diagnostics live data to confirm. Failing that, it'll be an ignition or fuelling fault.

Then you've either not plugged them in correctly or the components in the seats you've fitted are fekkered.

Was it a genuine Renault coilpack? If not then trust not! I've seen cheap coils fail 3wks out of the box when customers "cheap out" on me and this time of year plays havock with ignition systems. Has anyone even checked the simple things like plug gaps and primary and secondary winding...

Worst case is they fail completely taking out valves but I stress, that's the worst case and they tend to go on a fair while making a nasty rattle though I have had one customer with a unit that failed three weeks after diagnosis and it completely fekkerd his engine which forced a replacement of...

There is no preset hourly rate for auto-sparks... some charge £40 an hour on top of a £60 call out and others charge £80 per hour with no call out. I am £25 call out and £35 an hour. Just be sure your local guy knows what he's doing or else you're paying by the hour for someone to poke about...

Speak to Jonny1*2 as he's got one Mick

Have you had the car put on a CLIP yet?

I'm based in Nottingham so not a million miles away from Mansfield and would be willing to pop out and CLIP your Clio to tell you what's wrong. If you're interested PM me and we'll arrange a date. Mick

If it were a decoder ring or key fault the LED would be flashing red not be solid to say the code hasn't been recieved. It does indeed sound like an imob fault but you need diagnostics really mate. Mick

What machine did you use and more importantly, what code did you get? I ask as i'd be inclined to check the wiring and all connections before writing off and forking out for a new throttle body. Mick

So when you attempt to start the vehicle it starts but then dies immediately? Have you tried to give the vehicle some light throttle when it starts; does it run or does it cut out on you? Mick

Wendy, where are you based? Either the belt setup has been fitted incorrectly or there's a fault with the mechanical condition/health of the engine itself. I'd start by getting the oil pressure measured and then I'd get a bore-scope to inspect the Valve stems.

Could you "feel" the ABS working thru the brake pedal (It vibrates and makes a nasty grinding noise)? If so I'd have the wheel sensor targets checked.

Thanks for the feedback - It's priced to be competitive but still make it worth my while and I do the same for other club members on other Renault models to not just the Clio RS.

Might have to add a "Bit" on for fuel mind... can it wait till New Years? I'll be up in Aberdeen then for the week (seriously)

It needs to go on to diagnostics mate. Could be an oil level/pressure issue but it could also be an electrical fault. You won't be able to guess at it though matey so get your car recovered to a decent, local garage who has experience with automattic boxes cos they're witch craft. Mick

As before, I do these for current CS members for £580 and that includes timing belt kit, aux belt kit, dephaser pulley, basic service and the replacement of all camshaft oil seals and fixings.

Road noise, tyres, grumbling CV's, binding brakes... hard to say really without hearing

If you're sure the coilpack is not the cause then it needs a diagnostic i'm afraid as guessing is pricey

Gearbox "type" doesn't dictate clutch setup - the flywheels are different so therefore different mounting positions.

Genuine Renault item? Did you do the plug seals to? Come as a kit containing all four for around £11

I charge £580 for timing belt change with a new dephaser pulley. Mick

essentially yes... continuity test the lines till you find each pin (though if you have a break in a trigger wire you won't get the "Beep" as you won't have continuity)

The seats are common issues with airbags on the Clio II but you say it does it when you turn the steering wheel so I'd say it'll be sterring angle sensor/clock-ring related. Diagnostics would be money well spent i'd say in this case. Mick

If it was a coil pack it wouldn't suddenly hit a limiter @ 4k rpm. IMHO this is more likely to be a MAP, TB or even a pedal track issue and i'd advise you get it properly diagnosed before shelling out on a replacement coilpack. Mick