Renault Clio II (2001 - 2007) - 05 1.2 16v - Hi revving

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Sun 27 Apr 2008 20:28
05 1.2 16v - Hi revving - newgadgetman
Hi,
Anyone have any sugestions for a high revving engine on a 2005 1.2 16v Clio.

Starts OK but idles at 3000+rpm. Runs OK (apart from 'Idle') and pulls OK

Any suggestions greatfully received.

Newgadgetman

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 27/04/2008 at 20:38

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Sun 27 Apr 2008 20:38
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - Screwloose

Throttle bodies and failed wiring looms are common faults; but, given the cost of them, a full check of the throttle control system live-data for things like air leaks and failed coolant sensors is the necessary first step.
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Sun 27 Apr 2008 20:43
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - newgadgetman
Hi Screwloose,

Thanks for the quick response.

Would any of these things cause the engine management light to show?

I guess I'm looking at a trip to the Renault Main dealer (Note correct way of spelling it so as not to trip the swearfilter) to get this carried out?

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 27/04/2008 at 21:08

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Sun 27 Apr 2008 20:55
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - Screwloose
You may, or may not, get a MIL light coming up; it depends on which, if any, codes are stored. An air leak or coolant temp sensor certainly won't flag a code.

You may be able to find an independent Renault specialist in your area if you ask around. Most garages should at least be able to read the codes.

Did this suddenly just start happening; or was there a reason - battery change etc.?

Edited by Screwloose on 27/04/2008 at 20:57

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Sun 27 Apr 2008 21:02
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - newgadgetman
Hi Screwloose.

Funny you should say that, but yes a new battery was put on at the same time.

It's a friends car. We managed to jump start it last week (it's been stood for a while) but couldn't get the battery to charge (alternator fine - battery U/S). No problems with over revving then.

He got hold of a new battery and tried to fit it, but couldn't get -ve terminal off.

I've been up today, fitted new battery and revving has started.

There's no MIL light on.
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Sun 27 Apr 2008 21:44
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - Screwloose

It could just need the upper and lower throttle limits re-setting - hopefully. [These temperamental throttle bodies can often die with just one jump-start.]


Try turning the ignition only on and leaving it to sort itself out for 3 minutes; if that doesn't work, then you'll need that Renault specialist.
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Sun 27 Apr 2008 23:54
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - newgadgetman
Cheers - I'll give it a try.

Thanks very much for your advice - Ill let you know how it goes.
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Wed 14 May 2008 14:54
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - newgadgetman
An update:
Had throttle body and accelerator pedal replaced to cure.

Thanks for all the help
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Sat 11 Nov 2017 14:48
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - Kiall

I had same problem I changed everything and was still high reving so I changed the HASS MAP SENSOR !!!! !!! and it sorted the high reving and cars been fine since if you need info on were to locate it on the car write and I'll let you no

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Fri 5 Feb 2021 09:22
05 1.2 Hi revving Clio 1.2 16v - Lewis Poll

I gave the throttle body a really good clean, once installed I cleared all the fault on the diagnostic reader, which was about 13 in total!! Potentiometer this, potentiometer that.

There really is no use to home car maintenance without one! I want to say thankyou for this forum culture.

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