I think so but that doesn’t ensure the whole area is clean. There could still be leaves and dirt in there which would cause premature rot and rust which you wouldn’t otherwise see

@@OliverReilly1 managed to get to drain hole on top. Caked in mud, don’t know why there is a flap on the opening 🤔

@@lexingtonlad5745 nobody really knows but I know a few people have sawn the bit of tube off with the flap on so it doesn’t happen again. Seems to solve the issue. Maybe a bit of built in obsolescence so you return to the dealership to generate more money for them? 🤷🏻‍♂️

And you're a maniac for putting the screws back into the cover 😂 I'd do away with the things

It held up for a long time until the megane was sold and showed no signs of coming loose when I handed the keys to the new owner and heard nothing since. The main issue is that the actual handle connected to the door card is so flimsy. It’s not a very good design and most of the strength comes from the cover being connected to it. The reason I used screws is because they have a shallow head on them which allows the cover to be clipped over the top. If you use nuts and bolts, the head will be too big and you won’t be able to get the cover over. Your best bet is using screws which have a thread like a bolt and then a nut on the back. Would make a much neater job if it.

@@OliverReilly1 Thanks for the quick and detailed reply! Much appreciated!

Yes you can but not without removing the airbag. The airbag has to come off first. You could probably squeeze it past but the tabs are so delicate that they will 100% break if you tried

Yes they are factory. I believe the cup model came with a matte black finish. Mine was an RS with the cup pack added

I think back ones may be different - a bit shorter from memory but just check part numbers before ordering. It’s a similar process in terms of fitting them.

@@OliverReilly1 oh yes i saw yesterday, they are bit shorter. need to take them down and just replace after i put grease its not squeaking anymore now its making awfully loud clinking noise

You just need to remove the bolts and try and get it out of the way as much as possible. Even then, it’s a struggle. I’m sure it’s a doddle on a left hand drive car but didn’t have the foresight to put the cover on the other side for right hand drive models. They really didn’t care! I’ve even spoken to some Renault techs and even they admit that they don’t change them on services unless it’s creating a problem.

​@@OliverReilly1 when my hands,arms,neck and back have healed, I'll give it another go, as I don't like to be beaten, especially as the filter is only £8.56 from Halfords, the other utube Haynes video, says to take the pipes off, but doesn't mention the fluid dripping out🤬 is there 3 or 4 nuts holding the pedal on, I could only see 3

@@mikereeves7550 from memory, there’s 3 I think, but I’ve since sold the car so I can’t check. They’re all visible and none are hidden. I never disconnected the pedal. I kept it connected and moved it to allow enough room. You won’t create tonnes of space. An inch or 2 if that, but it makes it a little easier to do and get a screw driver in there. I purely left mine connected as I didn’t fancy having to bleed the system again and have fluid all on the carpets.

Thanks for your help, I'll try again next week 👍

Same. I can't find it on Google!

@@petewarby7158 bought some off aliexpress for like $100AU, worked out well!

My torx bolt is damaged to. Couldn't get it out with an extractor. Have you managed to get the bolt out?

@@adamcapewell7806 I tried a lot of different extractors. The only one that actually worked for me was the "Thinkwork Impact Bolt Extractor Set, 13+1 Pieces Nut Removal Tool". I had to cut the iron out using an electric rotary cutter, to make space around the bolt's head. Then I hammered a socket from the toolset into the bolt's head and used a long torque wrench to get it moving. Regular wrench would not move it. I guess it helped that the bolt got hot while I was cutting the iron around the bolt's head. While waiting for the tools to be delivered, I sought for professional help. Long story short, everyone refused to deal with it. The garage advised going to a body work specialist and vice versa. I even went to a tyres replacement centre thinking that they would be dealing with broken bolts all the time, but they also suggested going to a garage. This was one of the hardest DIY I have ever done, certainly when it comes to my car.

@@georgiosf.1223 Thanks for the reply. Glad you get it sorted. I guess I'll have to bite the bullet and cut the strap off to get to that bolt. Wish me luck!

@@adamcapewell7806 Good luck! It took 2-3 days for me to get it sorted, mostly because I did not know what tool to use. At some point I almost felt defeated. There might be a better way of doing this but what I described above was the only thing that worked for me. Let me know how it goes.

Mine blocked up after 6 years of ownership and the chances of someone already doing it is slim. It’s always good to check to make sure it’s clear and free of debris. Also whilst you’re there, check the hoses in the bonnet for the windscreen jets. They could be rubbing causing a hole in the pipe or perished and could be dripping whilst parked up explaining the cleaning solution smell you have

It’s a combination of driving 50 miles a day on country roads and motorway in winter 😅 it’s a damn sight easier than the previous megane too where you had to go in through the wheel arch!

I’ll hopefully keep it going this time 😂

Glad it helped! If you click on my channel, there’s various videos to do with it, however, I no longer have the car so there will be no more updates I’m afraid!

Another way they can come in is through the door cards. Take the door card off and check the polystyrene membrane isn’t coming off or has holes in it. Re-stick it down and it will be fine then. Also check your door seal as this is another way it can get in.

@@OliverReilly1 Passenger's window started to slide much slower... So It might be the case. However it's too cold outside, I'll keep an eye on it and leave ir for spring I think...

I’m sure you can chop it out but I didn’t really want to