Yep, that is a special Renault tool. The threaded rod pops through the hole and supposrts a plate which fits below the spring plate that bolts through the strut tower.Stuey:
Thanks all!
Alan - is that tool a Renault special tool? Sounds interesting - I've seen the plastic plug you're talking about. Sounds like a good idea!
Simon - correct spelling? Allinquant? I've never seen it written.
(my shocks are actually OK I think, but all four of them knock like hell, especially when cold)
Allinquant is the correct spelling.
The cold rattle is normal. It seems to affect every 12 I have known with the Monroe shocks! If the shocks are effective, and the rattle is not too annoying, probably best to leave them in.
Simon