🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Renault Model: Midlum Vehicle Type: Light Commercial Vehicle / Truck Codes Engine Code Suffix 310 Dtr: DTR Engine Code Suffix 350 Dtr: DTR Engine Code Suffix Mfz 395: MFZ Engine Code Suffix 326 Dbe: DBE Engine Code Suffix 395 Dbe: DBE 👋 Introduction Market Position Market Segment: Light to medium-duty commercial vehicles, often used for urban distribution, local deliveries, and specialized applications. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Iveco EuroCargo, Mercedes-Benz Atego, Volvo FL, DAF LF. Key Features Vehicle Strengths: Compact dimensions, maneuverability, fuel efficiency, robustness, ease of maintenance. Manual Value Proposition Purpose: To provide comprehensive and accurate technical information for the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of the clutch system in Renault Midlum trucks. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Focus: Clutch System Included Variants: 310 DTR, 350 DTR, MFZ 395, 326 DBE, 395 DBE Page Count Estimated Page Count: Approximately 150-250 pages (estimate based on typical workshop manuals for this class of vehicle and focused coverage) Manual Type Manual Type: Workshop Manual / Service Manual / Repair Manual Language Language: English (presumed, typical for international sales) Format Format: Digital (likely PDF, common for sales) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Clutch System Components: Clutch pedal, master cylinder, slave cylinder, hydraulic lines, clutch release bearing, clutch disc, pressure plate, flywheel, clutch housing, clutch actuation mechanism. Transmission Interface: Clutch-to-transmission interface, input shaft, pilot bearing/bushing. Related Systems Interface: Brake fluid reservoir (shared for hydraulic clutch actuation), electrical connections for clutch interlocks/sensors (if applicable). Procedures Included Diagnostic Procedures: Troubleshooting common clutch issues (slipping, dragging, noisy, hard pedal), symptom analysis, fault code interpretation (if electronically controlled), hydraulic system leak detection. Maintenance Procedures: Clutch fluid level checks, clutch fluid replacement (bleeding), clutch pedal free play adjustment, inspection of clutch components for wear. Repair Procedures: Clutch disc replacement, pressure plate replacement, release bearing replacement, clutch master cylinder overhaul/replacement, clutch slave cylinder overhaul/replacement, flywheel inspection/resurfacing/replacement, pilot bearing replacement. Installation Procedures: Correct clutch assembly installation, torque specifications for flywheel and pressure plate bolts, alignment procedures. Technical Depth Depth Level: Comprehensive technical detail suitable for professional technicians and experienced DIY mechanics. Diagnostic Tools Required: Standard automotive hand tools, torque wrenches, bleeding kits, potentially specialized clutch alignment tools. Troubleshooting Charts: Detailed symptom-to-cause and solution matrices. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Format: PDF (Portable Document Format) Searchability: Searchable text content (typical for professional PDFs) Print Quality Print Quality: High-resolution images and diagrams suitable for printing. Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Format) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Format) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Family: Renault dCi (Diesel Common Rail) or similar proprietary Renault/Volvo engines (specifics vary by exact sub-model and year). Engine Variant 310 Dtr: Likely a 4-cylinder or 6-cylinder turbocharged diesel engine. 'DTR' often denotes specific engine tuning or variant. Engine Variant 350 Dtr: Similar to 310 DTR, potentially with higher power output. 'DTR' suffix indicates specific engine configuration. Engine Variant Mfz 395: MFZ typically refers to a specific engine series. '395' may indicate displacement or power class. Engine Variant 326 Dbe: DBE likely denotes a specific engine type or emission standard compliance. '326' might indicate power output. Engine Variant 395 Dbe: Similar to 326 DBE, potentially with higher displacement or power. 'DBE' signifies a particular engine configuration. Performance Typical Displacement Range: 4.0L to 7.0L (common for this vehicle class) Typical Power Output Range: 150 PS to 250 PS (approx. 148 - 246 hp) Typical Torque Output Range: 400 Nm to 700 Nm (approx. 295 - 516 lb-ft) Fuel System Fuel Type: Diesel Injection System: Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDi) Emission Control: Euro 4/5/6 compliant, likely incorporating EGR (Exhaust Gas Recirculation) and DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) or SCR (Selective Catalytic Reduction) depending on model year and specific engine. 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Standard: Manual Transmission Number Of Speeds Manual: Typically 5 or 6-speed manual gearbox. Optional Transmission Type Optional: Automated Manual Transmission (AMT) or fully automatic transmissions may be available on some variants. Features Clutch Actuation Type: Hydraulic actuation with concentric slave cylinder (CSC) or external slave cylinder is common. Clutch Type: Single dry plate clutch, diaphragm spring type. Fluid Specifications Clutch Fluid Specification: DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (check manual for specific recommendation). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase Range: Variable, typically 3.0m to 4.5m depending on chassis configuration. Gvwr Range: 7.5 to 18.0 tonnes (approximately 16,500 to 39,700 lbs). Weights Curb Weight: Varies significantly based on configuration (chassis cab, panel van, etc.) but typically starts around 3,500 kg. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Ratings: Commercial vehicles of this era may not have standardized passenger car crash test ratings like Euro NCAP or NHTSA, but would comply with relevant ECE regulations. Active Features Active Safety Systems: ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is standard. Optional: ESP (Electronic Stability Program). Passive Features Passive Safety Features: Reinforced chassis, driver's airbag (optional on some early models), seatbelts....