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2G Renault CLIO Install Help

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wing3r09

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Apr 14, 2012
MONROE, Michigan
I have been searching high and low for information about installing my CLIO EHPS pump.

I would like to use SS power steering line, but one outlet/inlet on the CLIO pump is a nipple. Not sure how I can make that work. As for the lines, does it matter what port is IN or OUT on the pump, also for the rack?

Wiring seems straight forward... only two wires, power and ground. I am going to run a switch for it, what amperage would I need? I believe at full lock the CLIO runs at about 50. Also I would need a fuse in the line as well correct?

I want to get as much information for the install as possible, as I would like to do a nice write up on this install for others that are searching for it as well.

Thank you.
 
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The nipple is actually the low pressure return.

The pressure port is the threaded one.

You will need a proper solenoid to power the pump, and have your switch turn on the solenoid. You will also want 8-gauge power or better to it, and proper ground. I use - https://www.carltonbates.com/Power-...er-Contactor-85A-12V-DC/24059/p/63285024100-1

I did mine with a derale 13310 cooler in-line on the return side - http://www.amazon.com/Derale-13310-...psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00

As well, I did a low pressure check valve before the cooler to help with steering response - http://www.ebay.com/itm/2PCS-6AN-AN...296132?hash=item43c91354c4:g:wVEAAMXQDnpTYK-7

I used my fittings from JDA Enterprises - http://www.jdaent.com/category-s/2192.htm
I used my high pressure hose from JDA Enterprises - http://www.jdaent.com/product-p/hos-62006blk.htm
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DA-730103 16MM X 1.5 to -6 Male O-ring Adapter- Steel (each)
JDA-730102 14MM X 1.5 to -6 Male O-ring Adapter- Steel (each)
TFX-601806 JDA -6 180 Degree PTFE Hose End - Aluminum (black) (steering rack)
TFX-601506 JDA -6 150 Degree PTFE Hose End - Aluminum (black) (steering rack)
TFX-609006 JDA -6 90 Degree PTFE Hose End - Aluminum (black)
TFX-600006 JDA -6 Straight PTFE Hose End - Aluminum (black)
HOS-62006BLK JDA -6 Black Jacket, Stainless Steel Braided PTFE hose, Conductive Core (per foot)

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I used my high pressure adapter fittings from - http://pressureconnections.com/default.aspx?Page=Home
I bought a bunch of different fittings to make mine work and fit the spot, and I used an in-line gauge port to put a high-pressure gauge I got from McMaster-Carr that suited my pressure needs up to ~3000psi. - McMaster Part Number : 38055K21
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Here's the list of different fittings I got to work with.

• Item ID 2406R-06-06-.062 Item Description JIC Tube Reducer .062 RESTRICTOR - Steel Qty Shipped 5.000000
Your Part Number 2406R-06-06-.062
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• Item ID 1501R-04-04-.032 Item Description MP x FPX 90 - NPSM Elbow .032 RESTRICTOR Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 1501R-04-04-.032
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• Item ID 1501R-04-04-.062 Item Description MP x FPX 90 - NPSM Elbow .062 RESTRICTOR Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 1501R-04-04-.062
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• Item ID 1501R-06-06-.032 Item Description MP x FPX 90 - NPSM Elbow .032 RESTRICTOR Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 1501R-06-06-.032
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• Item ID 1501R-06-06-.062 Item Description MP x FPX 90 - NPSM Elbow .062 RESTRICTOR Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 1501R-06-06-.062
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• Item ID 6502-06-06-4 Item Description MJ x FJX 45° - Swivel Nut Elbow - Steel Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 6502-06-06-4
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• Item ID 6500-06-06-4 Item Description MJ x FJX 90° - Swivel Nut Elbow - Steel Qty Shipped 14.000000
Your Part Number 6500-06-06-4
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• Item ID 6400R-06-06-.031 Item Description Straight Thread Connector .031 RESTRICTR Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 6400R-06-06-.031
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• Item ID 6400R-06-06-.062 Item Description Straight Thread Connector .062 RESTRICTR Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 6400R-06-06-.062
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• Item ID 6400R-06-06-.078 Item Description Straight Thread Connector .078 RESTRICTR Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 6400R-06-06-.078
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• Item ID GP-6504-06-06-4 Item Description MJ x FJX x ORB Port - GagePort - Steel Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number GP-6504-06-06-4
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• Item ID 6503-06-06-4 Item Description FP x FJX 90° - Sw Nut Female Elbow - Stl Qty Shipped 1.000000
Your Part Number 6503-06-06-4
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• Item ID 2405-06-06 Item Description MJ x FP - Female Connector - Steel Qty Shipped 1.000000
Your Part Number 2405-06-06
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• Item ID 6405-04-02 Item Description Male O-Ring Boss x Female Pipe - Steel Qty Shipped 5.000000
Your Part Number 6405-04-02
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• Item ID GP-6504-06-06-4 Item Description MJ x FJX x ORB Port - GagePort - Steel Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number GP-6504-06-06-4
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• Item ID GP-6504-06-06-4P Item Description MJ x FJX x Pipe Port - GagePort - Steel Qty Shipped 3.000000
Your Part Number GP-6504-06-06-4P
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• Item ID 6405-04-04 Item Description Male O-Ring Boss x Female Pipe - Steel Qty Shipped 3.000000
Your Part Number 6405-04-04
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• Item ID 145-03-03 Item Description Ind'l Hose Barb - Fem JIC Swivel - Brass Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 145-03-03
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• Item ID 145-04-06 Item Description Ind'l Hose Barb - Fem JIC Swivel - Brass Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 145-04-06
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• Item ID 6409-02 Item Description MB - Hex Socket O-Ring Boss Plug - Steel Qty Shipped 3.000000
Your Part Number 6409-02
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• Item ID 6409-03 Item Description MB - Hex Socket O-Ring Boss Plug - Steel Qty Shipped 3.000000
Your Part Number 6409-03
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• Item ID 6409-04 Item Description MB - Hex Socket O-Ring Boss Plug - Steel Qty Shipped 3.000000
Your Part Number 6409-04
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• Item ID 9-5409-02 Item Description MP - Hex Socket Plug - ALUMINUM Qty Shipped 2.000000
Your Part Number 9-5409-02
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• Item ID 2404L-06-04 Item Description MJ x MP - Male Connector Long - Steel Qty Shipped 1.000000
Your Part Number 2404L-06-04
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• Item ID 6506-04-04 Item Description FP x FJX - Sw Nut Female Adaptor - Steel Qty Shipped 1.000000
Your Part Number 6506-04-04
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• Item ID 6506-04-06 Item Description FP x FJX - Sw Nut Female Adaptor - Steel Qty Shipped 1.000000
Your Part Number 6506-04-06
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• Item ID 6506-06-06 Item Description FP x FJX - Sw Nut Female Adaptor - Steel Qty Shipped 1.000000
Your Part Number 6506-06-06

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Of the list of fittings above, I ended up using using the metric adapter fitting off the pump to a 90* adapter, then two straight adapters in a row; I originally had a 0.062" restrictor in place, but pulled it because I was still seeing 2200psi with the restrictor out and a standard fitting in place. Then I have my gauge port, then I have my high pressure line attached to that going to the power steering rack, then the rack return side (low pressure) goes to the in-line one-way low pressure valve and into the power steering cooler, then return into the power steering reservoir. The fluid volume of mine is about 1 quart; I am using Redline power steering fluid in it.
 

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Twicks69,
Thank you for that awesome post of information! I'm glad that information is out there now for anyone else having trouble like I was!

I was still seeing 2200psi with the restrictor out and a standard fitting in place

Is this PSI safe to run, and not blow some rack seals? or did you end up controlling the pressure?
 
it was a new steering rack, I guess if you were working with a poor condition rack you could lower the pressure with a couple manual variable pressure valve solutions. I have no issues with it.
 

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I originally made the pressure line with an inline restrictor before the pressure gauge so I could get an idea of line pressure and I can also see quickly if there is a problem. the only thing I did not do which I wanted to do was do a gauge port on the return side and install a speed bleeder for easy bleeding of the system. so far, there are no problems with the existing setup.
 
I originally made the pressure line with an inline restrictor before the pressure gauge so I could get an idea of line pressure and I can also see quickly if there is a problem. the only thing I did not do which I wanted to do was do a gauge port on the return side and install a speed bleeder for easy bleeding of the system. so far, there are no problems with the existing setup.

Ah, I understand now.

That speed bleeder idea is great though, think I'm going to do that for my set up (anything that makes life easier!)
 
Twicks what is thread size for the pump outlet? Thanks


EDIT: 16mm x 1.5
 
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The 2G steering rack is:
JDA-730103 16MM X 1.5 to -6 Male O-ring Adapter- Steel (each)
JDA-730102 14MM X 1.5 to -6 Male O-ring Adapter- Steel (each)
Part numbers above are from JDA Enterprise - http://www.jdaent.com/Default.asp (index) - http://www.jdaent.com/category-s/2193.htm (Power Steering Adapters Page)

The pump outlet is also M16 x 1.5mm O-ring Adapter.

The low pressure side I used a soft line from the cooler back to the pump that fit my setup.
 
twicks69, job on an excellent post. wish there was more of you out there to give info and help :thumb:
 
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