Make:
Renault (also marketed as Opel/Vauxhall Movano and Nissan Interstar)
Model Variant:
Panel van, chassis cab, platform cab, combi and minibus bodies
Generation:
Second generation (X70)
Production Years Covered:
1997 - 2003
Opel / Vauxhall Movano:
Rebadged version built on the same platform, covered by this manual
Nissan Interstar:
Rebadged version built on the same platform, covered by this manual
Engine Family:
Renault S-type petrol and G9T diesel engines
Target Audience:
Fleet operators, tradespeople, van conversion builders and DIY owners needing full-size van capability
Segment:
Large panel van / light commercial vehicle (LCV)
Primary Use:
Cargo transport, crew transport, chassis-cab conversions (box, tipper, ambulance)
Main Competitors:
Ford Transit, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Fiat Ducato / Citroën Relay / Peugeot Boxer
Key Advantage:
Shared GM-Renault-Nissan platform gave wide parts availability and multiple dealer networks
Key Advantage 2:
Choice of front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive layouts, rare in this segment
Payload Capability:
Competitive payloads up to approximately 1.5 tonnes depending on variant
Body Options:
Multiple wheelbases, roof heights and gross vehicle weights
Drivetrain:
FWD and RWD options with manual gearboxes
Engines:
2.0 petrol, 1.9 dT, 2.2 dCi and 2.5 d diesel/diesel-turbo units
Manual Type:
Workshop / service repair manual for technicians and DIY owners
Languages:
English, French, German, Russian (EN-FR-DE-RU)
Searchability:
Fully searchable text with bookmarks and index
Delivery:
Instant digital download
Applicable Vehicles:
Renault Master, Opel/Vauxhall Movano, Nissan Interstar (1997-2003)
Requirements:
PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat Reader
Binding:
Digital (no physical book shipped)
Engine:
Petrol and diesel engines: removal, refitting, cylinder head, timing, lubrication and cooling systems
Fuel and Emission Control:
Diesel injection, turbocharging, fuel supply and emission control systems
Clutch and Transmission:
Clutch, manual gearbox, drive shafts and propeller shaft
Brakes:
Front and rear brakes, hydraulic system, vacuum servo, ABS
Steering:
Steering column, power steering, track rod ends and alignment
Front Axle and Suspension:
MacPherson strut and double wishbone front suspension variants, hubs
Rear Axle and Suspension:
Rear axle, leaf and coil spring arrangements, shock absorbers
Wheels and Tyres:
Specifications, pressures, hub and bearing procedures
Electrical Equipment:
Wiring, battery, alternator, starter, lighting, instruments, switches
Bodywork:
Panels, doors, tailgate, bumpers, mirrors, interior trim
Heating and Ventilation:
Heater, blower, controls and air routing
Air Conditioning:
Component service where fitted
Preventive Maintenance:
Scheduled service procedures and fluid specifications
Procedure Style:
Step-by-step instructions with torque values, special tool references and clearances
Diagnosis:
Fault-finding charts and troubleshooting sections for engine and electrical faults
Wiring Diagrams:
Circuit diagrams and component locations included
Technical Depth:
Full teardown and rebuild level, comparable to dealer workshop documentation
Illustrations:
Exploded views, diagrams and specification tables throughout
Torque Data:
Tightening torques given for fasteners in each section
Parts References:
Renault part numbers and cross-references cited in procedures
Fluid Capacities:
Engine oil, coolant, gearbox oil and brake fluid capacities listed
Replacement Intervals:
Filter, belt and fluid change intervals included
Parts Sourcing Note:
N/A - manual does not include a supplier catalogue; use part numbers to order
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Primary Engine:
2.5 d / dCi 4-cylinder turbocharged diesel
Engine Options:
2.0 petrol (S8U), 1.9 dT diesel, 2.2 dCi diesel (G9T family), 2.5 d/dCi diesel
Configuration:
Inline 4-cylinder, SOHC/DOHC depending on unit
Performance and Fuel System
Power Output:
Approximately 80-115 hp (60-85 kW) depending on engine and year
Torque:
Diesel units deliver strong low-rev torque suited to load carrying; exact figures per variant in manual
Fuel System:
Multipoint injection on petrol; indirect injection with distributor pump on diesel; common-rail on dCi units
Aspiration:
Naturally aspirated petrol; turbocharged with intercooler on most diesels
Emission Standard:
Euro 2 / Euro 3 era, varies by market and year
Standard Transmission:
5-speed manual gearbox
Optional Transmission:
6-speed manual on high-torque diesel variants
Drive Layout:
Front-wheel drive on lighter variants; rear-wheel drive on heavier chassis-cab variants
Clutch:
Single dry plate with hydraulic actuation
Gearbox Oil:
Specification and fill capacity covered in maintenance section
Differential:
Integral final drive on RWD models; transaxle on FWD models
Service Content:
Manual covers gearbox removal, overhaul, and drive shaft replacement
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2 850 - 3 700 mm depending on variant
Length:
Approximately 4 990 - 6 200 mm depending on body and wheelbase
Height:
Varies by roof height; low, medium and high roof options
Body Styles:
Panel van, combi, minibus, chassis cab and platform cab
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1 700 - 2 300 kg depending on variant
Gross Vehicle Weight:
Approximately 2 700 - 3 500 kg depending on variant
Payload:
Up to approximately 1 500 kg on specified variants
Braking:
Front disc brakes, rear drum or disc, vacuum servo assistance
ABS:
Available on most variants, covered in manual
Load Sensing:
Load-sensing brake proportioning on some models
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts front; inertia reel
Airbags:
Driver airbag available depending on market and year
Structure:
Reinforced cab structure for LCV duty
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not formally rated by Euro NCAP for this commercial model era
Service Content:
Manual covers restraint system removal and refitting procedures
Audio System:
AM/FM radio-cassette, optional CD head unit; aftermarket units common
Speakers:
Front door and dash mounted speakers depending on trim
Wiring:
Audio wiring covered in electrical section diagrams
Cruise Control:
Not generally available in this era - N/A for most variants
Parking Sensors:
N/A - not offered on this generation
Instrumentation:
Analogue gauges with service indicator and warning lamps
Notable Era Technology:
Electronic diesel injection control on dCi engines with diagnostic fault codes
Oil and Filter:
Approximately every 10 000 - 15 000 km / 12 months, varies by engine and duty
Air Filter:
Inspect at each service; replace per condition, typically 20 000 - 40 000 km
Fuel Filter:
Replace at regular diesel service intervals, critical on injection systems
Coolant:
Replace per schedule, typically every 2 - 4 years
Timing Belt:
Replace per mileage/time interval on belt-driven engines; interval specified in manual
Engine Oil:
Viscosity and API/ACEA grade per engine specified in manual
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol antifreeze mix to Renault specification
Gearbox Oil:
Gear oil to Renault specification, quantity per gearbox type
Power Steering Fluid:
To Renault specification where power steering fitted
Known Issues / Wear Items
Diesel Starting:
Glow plugs and injector condition are common cold-start factors
Turbocharger:
Oil feed maintenance is critical on turbo diesels
Suspension Bushes:
Front bushes and ball joints are common wear items under load
Brake Wear:
Pads and drums/discs wear quickly with payloads; inspect regularly
Body Corrosion:
Inspect sills, wheel arches and floor panels on older vehicles
Manufacturer:
Renault, with the Master name in use since 1980
Platform Partners:
Developed jointly with General Motors (Opel/Vauxhall) and sold also as Nissan Interstar
Segment Role:
Renault's flagship large van in Europe
First Generation:
1980-1998 original Master, long production run
Second Generation:
Introduced 1997 (X70), replacing the original gradually
Facelifts:
Updates through 1997-2003 including dCi common-rail engines
Successor:
Third generation Master arrived in 2010
Assembly:
Renault plants in France (notably Batilly for Master production)
Rebadged Assembly:
Movano and Interstar built on the same lines for their respective brands
