🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Renault Model: 18 / R18 / Fuego Product Name: Renault 18 R18 Fuego MkI & MkII Complete Workshop Service Repair Manual Generation Production Years Covered By Manual: 1978-1993 Model Generations Covered: MkI and MkII 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: DIY enthusiasts, independent repair shops, owners looking to save on maintenance and repair costs. Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides comprehensive, easy-to-follow instructions to empower users to perform their own vehicle maintenance and repairs, saving significant money. Key Features Accessibility: Instant delivery via email, usable on multiple devices. Usability: Step-by-step instructions, clear pictures, comprehensive A-Z coverage. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: All Models, Engines, Trim, and Transmission Types Page Count Estimated Page Count: Extensive (Specific number not provided, but described as 'Complete' and 'A-Z') Manual Type Type: Complete Workshop Service Repair Manual Language Language: English (Implied by product description and target market) Format Format: Downloadable Digital File (PDF) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine mechanical, fuel, ignition, exhaust, cooling, lubrication, transmission (manual and automatic) Chassis: Suspension (front and rear), steering system, braking system (hydraulic, disc/drum configurations) Electrical: Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrumentation, ignition switch, wiring diagrams, fuses, relays Bodywork And Interior: Body panels, doors, windows, seats, dashboard, trim, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid level checks and top-ups, spark plug replacement, air filter replacement Diagnostic Procedures: Troubleshooting guides, symptom-based diagnostics, identification of common faults Repair Procedures: Engine overhaul, transmission rebuild, brake caliper service, suspension component replacement, electrical component repair Installation Procedures: Component installation, accessory fitting Engine Mechanical Rebuild: Complete engine disassembly, inspection, measurement, and reassembly procedures, including piston rings, bearings, valve guides, and seals. Transmission Overhaul: Detailed instructions for the overhaul of both manual and automatic transmissions, including gear sets, synchromesh mechanisms, and torque converter service. Fuel System Servicing: Carburetor rebuild and adjustment, fuel pump testing and replacement, fuel injector cleaning and testing for fuel-injected models. Electrical System Diagnostics: Comprehensive wiring diagrams, troubleshooting guides for ignition, lighting, starting, and charging systems, component testing procedures. Suspension And Steering Repair: Replacement of shock absorbers, springs, bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, steering rack or box adjustments and overhauls. Brake System Maintenance: Front and rear brake pad/shoe replacement, disc/drum machining or replacement, caliper/wheel cylinder overhaul, bleeding the brake system. Body And Trim Repair: Procedures for removing and installing body panels, interior trim components, glass, and door mechanisms. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering all service and repair procedures A-Z, with step-by-step instructions and pictures for easy understanding. Torque Specifications: Precise torque values for all critical fasteners, engine components, suspension parts, and body bolts. Clearances And Tolerances: Specific measurements for engine component clearances (e.g., piston-to-cylinder wall, bearing clearances) and other critical mechanical tolerances. Diagnostic Troubleshooting Charts: Systematic charts to help diagnose faults based on symptoms, guiding the user through a logical repair process. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Compatibility: All PC & MAC Computers, Tablets, Smartphones Required Software: Adobe Reader (free download) Print Quality Printability: Printable by page, chapter, or entire manual Binding Type Binding Type: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Type: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Variants Covered: Likely includes various inline-4 and potentially inline-6 petrol engines (e.g., 1.4L, 1.6L, 2.0L, 2.1L Diesel) depending on specific market and Fuego variants. Detailed specifications will be within the manual. Performance Typical Power Output: Ranges from approximately 60 hp to 110 hp depending on engine displacement and tuning (specifics in manual). Fuel System Fuel Delivery Systems: Carburetor (e.g., Solex, Weber) and Fuel Injection (e.g., Bosch L-Jetronic, K-Jetronic) depending on model year and engine. Engine Management Ignition System: Contact breaker points and electronic ignition systems (e.g., early transistorized ignition, later fully electronic). 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Types: Manual transmission (4-speed and 5-speed) and 3-speed automatic transmission. Optional Transmission Options: Automatic transmission was an option on many models. Features Clutch System: Hydraulic clutch actuation for manual transmissions. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: Saloon (4-door), Estate/Wagon (5-door), Coupe (Fuego). Weights Curb Weight Range: Approximately 950 kg to 1150 kg, depending on body style and engine. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Historical Safety Standards: Reflects safety standards of the late 1970s and 1980s, likely with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Limited electronic safety aids. Active Features Braking System: Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes. Power assisted braking common. Passive Features Seatbelts: Front and rear seat belts fitted as standard or optional depending on year and market. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Basic AM/FM radio, often with cassette player. Optional upgraded sound systems. Driver Assistance Features: Limited to mechanical features like power steering on some models. No modern electronic driver aids. Connectivity Features: No integrated connectivity features; relies on aftermarket solutions for modern audio or navigation. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 5,000-10,000 km...
Complete engine disassembly, inspection, measurement, and reassembly procedures, including piston rings, bearings, valve guides, and seals.
Transmission Overhaul:
Detailed instructions for the overhaul of both manual and automatic transmissions, including gear sets, synchromesh mechanisms, and torque converter service.
Fuel System Servicing:
Carburetor rebuild and adjustment, fuel pump testing and replacement, fuel injector cleaning and testing for fuel-injected models.
Electrical System Diagnostics:
Comprehensive wiring diagrams, troubleshooting guides for ignition, lighting, starting, and charging systems, component testing procedures.
Suspension And Steering Repair:
Replacement of shock absorbers, springs, bushings, ball joints, tie rod ends, steering rack or box adjustments and overhauls.
Brake System Maintenance:
Front and rear brake pad/shoe replacement, disc/drum machining or replacement, caliper/wheel cylinder overhaul, bleeding the brake system.
Body And Trim Repair:
Procedures for removing and installing body panels, interior trim components, glass, and door mechanisms.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering all service and repair procedures A-Z, with step-by-step instructions and pictures for easy understanding.
Torque Specifications:
Precise torque values for all critical fasteners, engine components, suspension parts, and body bolts.
Clearances And Tolerances:
Specific measurements for engine component clearances (e.g., piston-to-cylinder wall, bearing clearances) and other critical mechanical tolerances.
Diagnostic Troubleshooting Charts:
Systematic charts to help diagnose faults based on symptoms, guiding the user through a logical repair process.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Compatibility:
All PC & MAC Computers, Tablets, Smartphones
Required Software:
Adobe Reader (free download)
Print Quality
Printability:
Printable by page, chapter, or entire manual
Binding Type
Binding Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Variants Covered:
Likely includes various inline-4 and potentially inline-6 petrol engines (e.g., 1.4L, 1.6L, 2.0L, 2.1L Diesel) depending on specific market and Fuego variants. Detailed specifications will be within the manual.
Performance
Typical Power Output:
Ranges from approximately 60 hp to 110 hp depending on engine displacement and tuning (specifics in manual).
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery Systems:
Carburetor (e.g., Solex, Weber) and Fuel Injection (e.g., Bosch L-Jetronic, K-Jetronic) depending on model year and engine.
Engine Management
Ignition System:
Contact breaker points and electronic ignition systems (e.g., early transistorized ignition, later fully electronic).
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Types:
Manual transmission (4-speed and 5-speed) and 3-speed automatic transmission.
Optional
Transmission Options:
Automatic transmission was an option on many models.
Features
Clutch System:
Hydraulic clutch actuation for manual transmissions.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Body Styles:
Saloon (4-door), Estate/Wagon (5-door), Coupe (Fuego).
Weights
Curb Weight Range:
Approximately 950 kg to 1150 kg, depending on body style and engine.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Historical Safety Standards:
Reflects safety standards of the late 1970s and 1980s, likely with front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. Limited electronic safety aids.
Active Features
Braking System:
Front disc brakes, rear drum brakes. Power assisted braking common.
Passive Features
Seatbelts:
Front and rear seat belts fitted as standard or optional depending on year and market.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Basic AM/FM radio, often with cassette player. Optional upgraded sound systems.
Driver Assistance
Features:
Limited to mechanical features like power steering on some models. No modern electronic driver aids.
Connectivity
Features:
No integrated connectivity features; relies on aftermarket solutions for modern audio or navigation.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 5,000-10,000 km or 6-12 months, depending on engine oil type and driving conditions (specifics in manual).
Timing Belt Replacement:
Critical for interference engines. Intervals vary, typically 60,000-80,000 km or 4-5 years (consult manual for specific engine).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Viscosity:
Commonly SAE 10W-40 or 15W-40, with specific API service classifications. Manual will list exact specifications.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze/coolant, typically a 50/50 mix with distilled water. Manual will specify the correct type and mixture.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 hydraulic brake fluid (consult manual for exact specification).
Transmission Fluid Type:
Manual transmission: GL-4 gear oil. Automatic transmission: Dexron-II or equivalent (specifics in manual).
Known Issues
Carburetor Tuning:
Carburetors can require regular tuning and cleaning due to age and potential fuel deposits.
Rust And Corrosion:
As with many vehicles of this era, rust can be an issue, particularly in sills, wheel arches, and suspension mounting points.
Electrical Gremlins:
Older wiring harnesses and components can degrade, leading to intermittent electrical faults.
Suspension Wear:
Components like ball joints, tie rod ends, and bushings are subject to wear over time and mileage.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Renault Philosophy:
Renault has a long history of producing practical, family-oriented, and innovative vehicles, often with a focus on comfort and economy.
Model Evolution
Renault 18 Introduction:
Launched in 1978 as a replacement for the Renault 12, offering a more modern design and improved comfort.
Fuego Introduction:
Launched in 1980 as a sportier, coupe variant based on the Renault 18 platform, known for its distinctive aerodynamic styling.
Production
Manufacturing Locations:
Primarily France, but also produced under license in other countries, including Argentina, Colombia, and South Korea.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Historical Reception:
The Renault 18 was generally well-received for its comfort, spaciousness, and practicality for its class, though performance varied greatly by engine.