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Guide to Replacing the Timing Belt on the Citroen C3

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

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Today, follow the main steps to remove and replace the oil-bath timing belt of the Puretech three-cylinder engine in the Citroen C3. First, raise the vehicle and start by removing the front right wheel; then remove the serpentine belt and subsequently the crankshaft pulley.

At this point, remove the valve cover and the left engine mount, taking off the timing cover; then take the necessary references for disassembly and replacement of the timing belt, ensuring it is correctly positioned among the various rotating components.


Updated on 18 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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