Renault Megane 3
Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice
The Megane III (2008–2016) was Renault's Golf rival and is now a cheap, roomy used car — most sought after as the Grandtour estate. With the Megane III one thing matters above all: the right engine and the right gearbox.
The safe bet is diesel with a manual. The K9K (1.5 dCi) runs well past 240,000 km with proper care; favour the Euro 5 version from around 2010. The R9M (1.6 dCi, from the 2011 facelift) is the smoother successor with a timing chain, the M9R (2.0 dCi) the strong long-distance unit. Among petrols the K4M (1.6 16V) is uncomplicated but weak and thirsty.
The problem child is the H4J (1.4 TCe): the timing chain stretches, in the worst case a catastrophic engine failure including conrod bearings follows — documented at low mileage in places, replacement only with the engine out. Similar is the H5F (1.2 TCe) with oil use and chain. The F9Q (1.9 dCi) suffers turbo and conrod-bearing issues. And the EDC dual-clutch is the most expensive time bomb: mechatronics and clutch get costly, a gearbox oil change every 60,000 km is mandatory even though the manual claims "lifetime".
Test-drive checklist: Cold-start the TCe petrol with the bonnet up — knocking or rattle in the first seconds is the deal-breaker on the H4J. On the EDC pull away from rest several times and reverse-park; jerks and creaks are not running-in effects. Demand a full Renault CLIP diagnosis before buying, as ordinary OBD readers see only a fraction of the control units on the Megane III. Check the suspension (springs, track rods) and the spare-wheel well for water from the third brake light.
2026 market: High-mileage pre-facelift examples from around $1,800–4,000, well-kept post-facelift cars from 2012 between $5,500 and 9,500, the coupé slightly below. A well-maintained 1.5 dCi Grandtour is the sensible sweet spot.
Insider pick: 1.5 dCi (K9K) Euro 5 as a Grandtour with manual — a diesel with a complete service book and a belt changed on interval runs reliably for a very long time. If you want petrol, take the K4M, not the H4J. Best to avoid the EDC without proof of oil changes.
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Engine Overview
The Renault Megane 3 is available with 11 engine variants — from 61 to 273 hp.
Renault's most-produced diesel with over 20 years of production history — with exemplary maintenance (oil every 10,000 km, fuel filter every 8,000–10,000 km) over 300,000 km is achievable. Biggest weakness: connecting rod bearings spin from around 100,000–150,000 km, especially with extended oil change intervals. Common-rail injectors (Delphi) and EGR valve are further service items.
- !! Connecting Rod Bearing Wear from 150,000 km
The K9K connecting rod bearings are design-sensitive. With overly long oil change intervals or incorrect oil the bearing shells spin from around 100,000–150,000 km, resulting in total engine failure.
Symptoms: Knocking engine noise, oil pressure warning light, sudden engine stop - !! High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure from 90,000 km
The Delphi high-pressure pump shows weaknesses from around 80,000 km. Metal wear from the pump contaminates the fuel circuit and damages the injectors and common rail — with consequential damage included.
Symptoms: Starting difficulties, sudden engine stall, 'injection fault' message - !! Timing belt failure — engine destruction from 120,000 km
The 1.5 dCi is an interference belt engine. With an overdue change interval or faulty fitting the belt snaps, valves and pistons collide — total loss. Early failures well before the scheduled interval are documented.
Symptoms: Sudden engine stall without warning, refusal to start, metallic noises shortly before failure
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Modern 1.6-litre common-rail diesel with timing chain and up to 160 hp in the bi-turbo version — constructively complex and repair-intensive when damaged. Timing chain frequently elongates from 140,000–150,000 km; piezo injectors, EGR valve and DPF are known trouble sources. Only buy with complete service history and after engine inspection.
- !! Timing Chain Stretch from 145,000 km
The R9M timing chain sometimes stretches from as early as 140,000–150,000 km, despite a stated 250,000 km service life. Chain failure leads to valve contact and total engine damage — a costly risk.
Symptoms: Rattling noise on cold start, engine warning light, harsh engine noise - !! Connecting Rod Failure (Condensation Water) from 80,000 km
The R9M 452 repeatedly suffers connecting rod failures attributed to condensation water ingested from the intercooler. Short oil change intervals and frequent short trips increase the risk.
Symptoms: Loud knock from the engine, sudden engine stop, oil pressure loss - !! EGR Cooler Crack / Coolant Loss from 100,000 km
The EGR cooler on the R9M is prone to cracking, allowing coolant to enter the intake system. The result is not only power loss but in extreme cases engine damage from water ingestion.
Symptoms: Coolant loss without visible cause, white smoke, exhaust smell in the cabin
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A robust common-rail diesel from the early dCi generation — the Bosch injection system is generally reliable. Known weak points are turbocharger issues, connecting-rod bearing damage and an oil-pump pickup screen that wears with mileage and, if neglected, leads to bearing failure. An oil change every 10,000 km is therefore mandatory. The injectors are sensitive to poor fuel quality. Change the timing belt every 90,000 to 120,000 km; as an interference engine the consequences of a snap are severe.
- !! Turbocharger Failure from 140,000 km
The turbocharger on the F9Q is a known weak spot. Shaft play, oil supply problems and heat damage cause power loss and limp mode, typically from 120,000–160,000 km.
Symptoms: Whistling from turbo, power loss, blue/white smoke clouds, limp mode - !! Injector Failure from 120,000 km
The common-rail injectors on the F9Q are prone to contamination and mechanical wear. Loose injectors or faulty injection leads to misfires and the fault code 'injection defective'.
Symptoms: Engine stumbling, misfires, difficult cold start, 'injection defective' message - !! EGR and Intercooler Soot Deposits from 100,000 km
The EGR valve and intercooler on the F9Q are prone to heavy sooting. A burst intercooler manifests as power loss and heavy smoke — a well-known problem on early Laguna II models.
Symptoms: Heavy smoke, significant power loss, rough engine running
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2.0-litre diesel developed jointly with Nissan with timing chain and good fundamental long-term robustness — with correct maintenance well over 300,000 km is possible. Weak point is the turbocharger boost pressure control on early examples (2005–2006). Timing chain can start to rattle from 200,000 km; oil quality is critical.
- !! Injector Removal Causes Cylinder Head Damage from 150,000 km
On the M9R the valve cover also serves as the camshaft bearing — both parts are machined together. A damaged valve cover during injector removal will inevitably destroy the cylinder head as well.
Symptoms: Damage occurs during improper repair; no prior warning - !! Coolant Loss / Seal Damage from 180,000 km
Faulty seals or cracks in the M9R engine block can lead to coolant loss. Overheating threatens if the problem is not detected early — especially at higher mileages.
Symptoms: Falling coolant level, overheating warning, white smoke from exhaust - !! Timing chain stretch from 200,000 km
The 2.0 dCi uses a timing chain that stretches at high mileage and wears the sprockets. If the chain jumps, valve damage follows. Replacement usually requires removing the engine and is correspondingly costly.
Symptoms: Rattle on cold start from the front timing chain area that fades once warm
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Widely used 1.2 TCe four-cylinder with a structural problem: the oil pump intermittently under-supplies the timing chain tensioner, leading to chain rattle, camshaft adjuster wear and increased oil consumption. Consumption over 1 l/1,000 km is not uncommon. Always check oil consumption before purchase and listen for chain noise.
- !! Timing Chain Stretches Prematurely from 60,000 km
The most well-known H5F problem: the timing chain stretches significantly — especially with short-trip use or missed oil changes — potentially causing rattling and engine damage from 70,000–100,000 km. Oil dilution from short trips accelerates wear.
Symptoms: Rattling on cold start, clattering on load changes, camshaft control fault code, engine damage - !! High Oil Consumption from 40,000 km
The H5F consumes increasing amounts of oil over its service life, often through worn piston rings or leaking valve stem seals. Values of 0.5–1.5 litres per 1,000 km are known from forum reports.
Symptoms: Oil level visibly drops between changes, blue smoke on acceleration - !! Turbocharger Failure from 100,000 km
The H5F turbocharger suffers from oil supply problems, worsened by oil dilution from short trips and extended change intervals. Turbo damage is expensive.
Symptoms: Whistling from the turbo, blue smoke, power loss, no boost build-up
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A turbocharged four-cylinder with a pronounced timing-chain weakness: chain stretch can cause engine damage as early as 75,000 to 150,000 km, up to connecting-rod bearing failure, and replacement usually means removing the engine. The aluminium head warps when overheated, with documented head-gasket failures mixing oil and coolant. Oil consumption via the turbo bearings and ignition coil failures add to it. A pre-purchase inspection and complete service history are mandatory here.
- !! Chain Tensioner: Cold-Start Rattle and Stretch from 120,000 km
In the H4J700 the timing chain stretches from around 130,000 km, noticeable as rattling on cold start. The hydraulic chain tensioner needs more travel once the chain has stretched — repair costs around €3,000.
Symptoms: Knocking/rattling noise from the timing chain area on cold start, lasting 3–4 minutes and subsiding after warm-up. - !! Cylinder Head Crack: Coolant Loss from 100,000 km
Known issue on the H4J: cracks in the cylinder head allow coolant to enter the combustion chambers. Identifiable by a falling coolant level without any visible external leak. Typical after 80,000–120,000 km.
Symptoms: Coolant level drops regularly without visible leak; white smoke from exhaust; mayonnaise deposits on oil filler cap. - !! Wastegate Wear on the Small Turbo from 100,000 km
The H4J 1.0 TCe 90 in the Clio V shows similar wastegate mechanism wear to the H4B. Still not well-documented as a young engine, but confirmed from forum experience.
Symptoms: Power loss, whistling noises, no boost pressure build-up
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The K4M in the Twingo RS — 1.6 litres, 16 valves, 133 hp — is a naturally aspirated engine with an honest character: it needs revs, but rewards every blip above 5,000 rpm with a rev-happy sound that turbocharged cars cannot reproduce. In the 980 kg Twingo RS it feels stronger than the numbers suggest. Timing belt every 120,000 km or 6 years — water pump always at the same time. Camshaft adjuster wears with excessive oil change intervals. Control arm rubber bushings are a known weak spot on the RS front axle.
- !! Timing Belt Failure from Exceeded Maintenance Interval from 120,000 km
The K4M uses a timing belt that can break if the change interval (every 5 years or 120,000 km) is exceeded. In the 16V interference engine design a belt failure inevitably causes valve damage and total cylinder head destruction.
Symptoms: Sudden engine stop, no restart possible, compression failure - !! Camshaft Phaser: Cold-Start Rattle from 80,000 km
The camshaft phaser on the K4M wears with excessively long oil change intervals or poor-quality oil. Typical: brief cold-start rattle that disappears once the engine reaches operating temperature. Repair costs around €350–850; combine with timing belt replacement.
Symptoms: Rattling for 3–5 seconds on cold start (especially below 0°C), engine then runs normally; increased consumption if the phaser runs permanently open - !! Timing Belt: Labour-Intensive Change Due to Tight Engine Bay from 120,000 km
The K4M engine in the Twingo RS has limited engine bay clearance, making the timing belt change labour-intensive. Independent garages from €460, Renault dealers up to €1,100. Always replace the water pump at the same time. Interval: 120,000 km or 6 years.
Symptoms: No warning before belt failure — check service history for documented replacement
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A proven 2.0-litre 16-valve with good long-term stability but a few typical age-related issues. Replace the timing belt and cam phaser together when due; the phaser announces itself beforehand with a diesel-like rattle when warm. The belt-driven water pump is part of the mandatory scope. Crankcase ventilation and valve stem seals cause oil consumption with age, rising beyond 150,000 km. On well-kept examples 250,000 to 300,000 km are easily reached.
- !! Timing belt failure — engine damage from 120,000 km
The 2.0 16V is an interference engine. If the timing belt snaps from an overdue interval, all valves bend and in the worst case piston damage follows. On older cars often an economic write-off.
Symptoms: Sudden engine stall without warning, no longer starts, bent valves - !! Water pump in the timing belt drive from 120,000 km
The belt-driven water pump should be replaced together with the belt. If it fails separately, overheating threatens and in the extreme a belt failure with engine damage. Removing it again doubles the labour cost.
Symptoms: Coolant loss, rising temperature gauge, squealing from the timing belt area, acute overheating on failure - !! Oil Consumption from Coked Piston Rings from 150,000 km
Higher-output F4R engines tend to increased oil consumption at high mileages from coked and stuck piston rings. Regular short full-throttle runs help preventively.
Symptoms: Blue smoke under acceleration and on overrun, dropping oil level
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A turbocharged version of the 2.0-litre F4R with a twin-scroll charger and 170–205 hp — the same robust cast-iron block, but thermally far more stressed. Port injection rather than direct injection, so no coking worries; torque arrives early and broad with no nervous turbo lag. As an interference engine it demands a timing-belt change including the water pump strictly every 120,000 km — the belt-driven pump in particular triggers most engine failures reported as “belt snap”. The turbo typically fails around 150,000 km, often via the oil feed and banjo seal; the cam phaser announces itself with a cold-start rattle, and ignition coils and lambda sensors are the classic electrical weak spots. The plastic thermostat housing turns brittle. With clean maintenance and short oil intervals 300,000 km are reachable; the block takes tuning to about 300 hp, beyond which the pistons become the limit.
- !! Turbocharger Failure from 150,000 km
The turbocharger on the F4Rt 2.0 Turbo is a well-known wear item. With irregular oil changes and short-trip use, turbo bearing oil ages quickly. Turbo failure at higher mileages is not uncommon.
Symptoms: Whistling from turbo area, blue smoke, power loss, oil in intercooler - !! Overheating Tendency from 100,000 km
The F4Rt 2.0 Turbo in Laguna and Espace tends to overheat in urban use. Thermostat, coolant pump and radiator are typical weak points that should be replaced as preventive maintenance.
Symptoms: Temperature gauge rising, overheating warning, coolant loss - !! Timing belt failure — engine damage from 120,000 km
The 2.0 16V turbo is an interference engine. If the timing belt snaps from an overdue interval, the valves bend — risk of total loss. Change around 120,000 km or five years, water pump always with it.
Symptoms: Sudden engine stall without warning, no longer starts, bent valves
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High-revving 2.0-litre — naturally aspirated in the Clio RS III (screams to 7,500 rpm like a small touring car engine), twin-scroll turbo in the Megane RS making 165-201 hp. The NA version rewards every rev, the turbo pulls hard and early. Cam adjuster and timing belt are the big service items — always do both together at 120,000 km / 6 years. The VVT oil strainer gunks up with lazy oil changes — 10,000 km max intervals. Let the turbo cool down after track sessions.
- !! Timing belt failure — engine destruction from 120,000 km
The turbo four-cylinder is an interference engine. If the belt snaps — often triggered by a failing belt-driven water pump — valves and pistons collide, total loss. Interval around 120,000 km or five years, water pump mandatory with it.
Symptoms: Sudden engine stall without warning, no restart, bent valves - !! PK4 gearbox bearing wear from 80,000 km
The PK4 manual gearbox bearings (diff and main shaft) wear, sometimes early. A knock develops on pulling away and a whine that rises with speed. Uprated steel bearings are a common upgrade. Affects the stronger RS variants.
Symptoms: Knock on pulling away and braking, whine rising with speed, noise at idle with a gear engaged - !! Turbocharger Wear from Sporting Use from 80,000 km
The highly tuned F4R-RS in the Megane RS is frequently driven hard. Insufficient cool-down periods after full-load operation damage the turbo bearings. Recommended: 2–3 minutes idle before switching off after spirited driving.
Symptoms: Whistling from turbo area, oil in intercooler
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High-revving 2.0-litre — naturally aspirated in the Clio RS III (screams to 7,500 rpm like a small touring car engine), twin-scroll turbo in the Megane RS making 165-201 hp. The NA version rewards every rev, the turbo pulls hard and early. Cam adjuster and timing belt are the big service items — always do both together at 120,000 km / 6 years. The VVT oil strainer gunks up with lazy oil changes — 10,000 km max intervals. Let the turbo cool down after track sessions.
- !! Timing belt failure — engine destruction from 120,000 km
The turbo four-cylinder is an interference engine. If the belt snaps — often triggered by a failing belt-driven water pump — valves and pistons collide, total loss. Interval around 120,000 km or five years, water pump mandatory with it.
Symptoms: Sudden engine stall without warning, no restart, bent valves - !! PK4 gearbox bearing wear from 80,000 km
The PK4 manual gearbox bearings (diff and main shaft) wear, sometimes early. A knock develops on pulling away and a whine that rises with speed. Uprated steel bearings are a common upgrade. Affects the stronger RS variants.
Symptoms: Knock on pulling away and braking, whine rising with speed, noise at idle with a gear engaged - !! Turbocharger Wear from Sporting Use from 80,000 km
The highly tuned F4R-RS in the Megane RS is frequently driven hard. Insufficient cool-down periods after full-load operation damage the turbo bearings. Recommended: 2–3 minutes idle before switching off after spirited driving.
Symptoms: Whistling from turbo area, oil in intercooler
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Vehicle Weaknesses
| Weakness | Cost | |
|---|---|---|
| Springs, dampers and steering joints defective Suspension springs, shock absorbers and steering joints fail above-average on the Megane III. TÜV reports confirm this as a clear weak point. EDC occasionally shows vibrations on pull-away. Symptoms: Knocking, harsh suspension, MOT suspension rejection, vibrations from 80,000 km | Medium |
Test Reports
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Susceptible suspension, worn springs, dampers and steering joints are typical weak points. Lighting consistently below the class average. Brake lines and handbrake are regularly flagged.
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Known Problems and Issues +
A total of 95 weaknesses have been documented for the Renault Megane 3 (2008–2016) — 86 engine-related and 9 vehicle-related. 3 problem engines: H5F (1.2L TCe), F4R-RS (2.0L Turbo RS), R9M (1.6L dCi). Typical issues affect Suspension, Interior, HVAC, Electronics.
Megane (F9Q, 2002–2009) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Failure, Injector Failure, EGR and Intercooler Soot Deposits. Power: 116–120 PS.
Megane (F9Q, 2002–2009) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Failure, Injector Failure, EGR and Intercooler Soot Deposits. Power: 90–94 PS.
Megane (K9K, 2002–2009) — Be Careful: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Timing belt failure — engine destruction. Power: 82–86 PS.
Megane (K9K, 2002–2009) — Be Careful: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Timing belt failure — engine destruction. Power: 82–90 PS.
Megane (K9K, 2003–2009) — Be Careful: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Timing belt failure — engine destruction. Power: 99–110 PS.
Megane (F9Q, 2006–2009) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Failure, Injector Failure, EGR and Intercooler Soot Deposits. Power: 131 PS.
Megane (M9R, 2006–2009) — Be Careful: Injector Removal Causes Cylinder Head Damage, Coolant Loss / Seal Damage, Timing chain stretch. Power: 150 PS.
Megane (M9R, 2007–2009) — Be Careful: Injector Removal Causes Cylinder Head Damage, Coolant Loss / Seal Damage, Timing chain stretch. Power: 173 PS.
Megane (K9K, 2008–2016) — Be Careful: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Timing belt failure — engine destruction. Power: 86–95 PS.
Megane (K9K, 2008–2016) — Be Careful: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Timing belt failure — engine destruction. Power: 103–110 PS.
Megane (M9R, 2009–2016) — Be Careful: Injector Removal Causes Cylinder Head Damage, Coolant Loss / Seal Damage, Timing chain stretch. Power: 160–163 PS.
Megane (R9M, 2011–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Stretch, Connecting Rod Failure (Condensation Water), EGR Cooler Crack / Coolant Loss. Power: 131 PS.
Megane (K9K, 2014–2016) — Be Careful: Connecting Rod Bearing Wear, High-Pressure Pump (Delphi) Failure, Timing belt failure — engine destruction. Power: 90–95 PS.
Megane (K4J, 2002–2009) — Be Careful: Timing Belt Failure with Valve Damage, Water pump in the timing belt drive, Ignition Coil Failure. Power: 95–98 PS.
Megane (K4M, 2002–2009) — Be Careful: Timing Belt Failure from Exceeded Maintenance Interval, Camshaft Phaser: Cold-Start Rattle, Timing Belt: Labour-Intensive Change Due to Tight Engine Bay. Power: 106–113 PS.
Megane (F4R, 2002–2009) — Be Careful: Timing belt failure — engine damage, Water pump in the timing belt drive, Oil Consumption from Coked Piston Rings. Power: 135–140 PS.
Megane (F4R-RS, 2004–2009) — Stay Away!: Timing belt failure — engine destruction, PK4 gearbox bearing wear, Turbocharger Wear from Sporting Use. Power: 224–230 PS.
Megane (K4M, 2008–2016) — Be Careful: Timing Belt Failure from Exceeded Maintenance Interval, Camshaft Phaser: Cold-Start Rattle, Timing Belt: Labour-Intensive Change Due to Tight Engine Bay. Power: 105–116 PS.
Megane (K4M, 2009–2016) — Be Careful: Timing Belt Failure from Exceeded Maintenance Interval, Camshaft Phaser: Cold-Start Rattle, Timing Belt: Labour-Intensive Change Due to Tight Engine Bay. Power: 101–111 PS.
Megane (H4J, 2009–2013) — Be Careful: Chain Tensioner: Cold-Start Rattle and Stretch, Cylinder Head Crack: Coolant Loss, Wastegate Wear on the Small Turbo. Power: 131 PS.
Megane (F4R, 2009–2016) — Be Careful: Timing belt failure — engine damage, Water pump in the timing belt drive, Oil Consumption from Coked Piston Rings. Power: 135–140 PS.
Megane (F4Rt, 2009–2013) — Be Careful: Turbocharger Failure, Overheating Tendency, Timing belt failure — engine damage. Power: 179 PS.
Megane (F4R-RS, 2009–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing belt failure — engine destruction, PK4 gearbox bearing wear, Turbocharger Wear from Sporting Use. Power: 260–265 PS.
Megane (F4R-RS, 2009–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing belt failure — engine destruction, PK4 gearbox bearing wear, Turbocharger Wear from Sporting Use. Power: 190 PS.
Megane (H5F, 2012–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Stretches Prematurely, High Oil Consumption, Turbocharger Failure. Power: 116 PS.
Megane (F4R-RS, 2012–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing belt failure — engine destruction, PK4 gearbox bearing wear, Turbocharger Wear from Sporting Use. Power: 220 PS.
Megane (H5F, 2013–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing Chain Stretches Prematurely, High Oil Consumption, Turbocharger Failure. Power: 132 PS.
Megane (F4R-RS, 2014–2016) — Stay Away!: Timing belt failure — engine destruction, PK4 gearbox bearing wear, Turbocharger Wear from Sporting Use. Power: 273 PS.
What to watch out for with the Renault Megane? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.
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