CM246
Vehicle Fitment
| Year |
Make |
Model |
Engine |
Displacement |
Power |
Fuel |
Drive |
| 2021 |
Dacia |
Sandero II |
1.0 TCE 90 GPF |
999cc |
67kW / 91HP |
Petrol |
FWD |
| 2022 |
Dacia |
Sandero II |
1.0 TCE 90 GPF |
999cc |
67kW / 91HP |
Petrol |
FWD |
Technical Specifications
| Parameter |
Detail |
| Part Number |
CM242 |
| Application |
Clutch Master Cylinder |
| Engine Compatibility |
1.0 TCE 90 GPF (999cc) |
| Drive Type |
Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fluid Type |
DOT 3 / DOT 4 Brake Fluid |
| Position |
Firewall-mounted, driver side |
OE Cross Reference
| Source |
Number |
| Renault / Dacia OE |
306100514R |
| Renault / Dacia OE |
308567047R |
| OE |
5524638 |
| Buyer Type |
Fit |
| Wholesale Distributors |
High-volume fitment, predictable reorder cycle across European markets |
| Private Label Brands |
OEM/ODM available — custom packaging and branding supported |
| Budget Car Parts Retailers |
Sandero II is a core SKU in the European economy car segment |
| Cost-Focused Importers |
OE-spec quality at aftermarket pricing, direct alternative to Renault dealer supply |
What Is a Clutch Master Cylinder?
The clutch master cylinder is the starting point of the hydraulic clutch system. When the driver presses the clutch pedal, this cylinder converts that foot pressure into hydraulic force, which then travels through the fluid line to disengage the clutch and allow gear changes.
On the Dacia Sandero II with the 1.0 TCE 90 engine, the system is fully hydraulic — no cable involved. That means the master cylinder does all the work of transmitting pedal input to the rest of the clutch mechanism. When it starts to fail, the clutch pedal feels soft or spongy, gear changes become rough, or the pedal sinks toward the floor and doesn't spring back cleanly. Fluid leaks near the pedal box or firewall are another common sign.
This is a direct OE-spec replacement. It fits the application exactly and requires no modification during installation.
About the 1.0 TCE 90 GPF Engine
The TCE 90 is a turbocharged three-cylinder petrol engine developed under the Renault-Nissan Alliance. It was introduced across multiple entry-level models in the European market, with the Sandero II being one of its highest-volume applications. The GPF suffix indicates the addition of a gasoline particulate filter, required under Euro 6d emissions standards that took effect for new registrations from 2021 onward.
From a parts sourcing perspective, this engine generation represents a significant share of the current Dacia aftermarket. Vehicles registered in 2021 and 2022 are now entering the mileage range where hydraulic clutch components — including the master cylinder — begin to show wear. That timing creates consistent demand across independent workshops and parts distributors in the UK, France, Benelux, Germany, and Eastern Europe.
Why This SKU Works for B2B Buyers
The Dacia Sandero has ranked among Europe's top-selling passenger cars for several consecutive years, particularly in markets where buyers prioritize running costs over brand prestige. The 1.0 TCE 90 is the dominant engine variant in the Sandero II range, which means aftermarket demand for this platform is broad and recurring.
The clutch master cylinder is a wear item with a straightforward replacement pattern. Sandero II vehicles are used heavily in urban stop-start driving — the exact conditions that accelerate hydraulic clutch wear. Workshops servicing these vehicles don't need convincing on the repair; they need a reliable source at the right price point. That's the gap this product fills for B2B catalog buyers.