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Guide to replacing the oil pump of the Citroen C3 1.2 VTI

Model: Citroen C3 SC - Years 2009-2016
Part: Pump

Today's guide will show you the main steps to remove and replace the faulty oil pump of the Citroen C3 1.2 VTI. The oil pump replacement operation is performed with the engine disassembled; to remove it, you need to take off the timing belt, as shown in the video. At this point, remove the oil pump cover and undo the securing screws to remove it, replacing it with the original spare part; then install the timing belt and reassemble all previously removed components!

Updated on 28 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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