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Guide to Replacing the Timing Belt on the Citroen C3 1.2 Puretech

Model: Citroen C3 SY, SX - Years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
Part: Timing belt

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Today we will look at the useful instructions for removing and replacing the timing belt on the Citroen C3 1.2 Puretech; the timing belt replacement should be included within a timeframe of 5-6 years or 100,000 miles, although a visual check is advisable before these times if there are signs of wear.

To access the timing belt, which in this case is oil-bathed, it is necessary to remove the cylinder head cover and the crankshaft pulley, disconnecting the V-belt; loosen the tensioner to replace the timing belt.


Posted on 15 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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