1.6 16V LPG with gasoline straight-4 1.6 L 103 HP, 148 N⋅m at 3750 RPM engine (2011.4–)
32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
All other modifications
45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreSuspension strut
Top (on chassis)
32.45 lbf⋅ft32.45 lbf⋅ft44 N⋅m
At the stub axle (bottom)
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
expand_moreWheel suspension
expand_moreFront axle drive shaft
At the gearbox
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Central nuts
206.52 lbf⋅ft206.52 lbf⋅ft280 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
Stabiliser mounting at the stabiliser
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Stabiliser mounting at suspension strut
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
expand_moreStabilizer mounting at the subframe
At the subframe
15.49 lbf⋅ft15.49 lbf⋅ft21 N⋅m
Support joint at the stub axle
45.73 lbf⋅ft45.73 lbf⋅ft62 N⋅m
Nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreTransverse control arm
At the subframe
132.76 lbf⋅ft132.76 lbf⋅ft180 N⋅m
expand_moreTrack control arm
expand_moreLower
At the subframe
77.44 lbf⋅ft77.44 lbf⋅ft105 N⋅m
Screws and nuts must be replaced.
expand_moreWheels and tires
Wheel attachment
81.13 lbf⋅ft81.13 lbf⋅ft110 N⋅m
Please be noted that all capacities listed here are approximate. Check fluid levels when adding or refilling as recommended in your 2012 Dacia Duster user's manual. Keep in mind that all information here is provided “as is” without any warranty of any kind.
Before doing any DIY service please check your insurance policy and Dacia warranty policy for your region. In some regions DIY service may invalidate your warranty.
DIY car service is not as difficult as it looks like and it might save you thousands of dollars per year. It might be even fun and a good thing to do with your kids on a weekend to teach them how basic machinery works. It's really hard to screw something up and damage your car permanently if you use right tools, follow Dacia Duster service manual and use right parts and fluids in prescribed amounts. Even modern cars stuffed with electronics can be serviced in your garage or even in your driveway. Changing engine oil, brake fluid, ATF, replacing brake pads, and etc. It's all may be done by yourself in a mater of a couple of hours.
Doing basic service for your 2012 Dacia Duster you're not only saving money, but also also improving your technical skills and learning something new.