Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

Timing Belt Replacement

Model: Peugeot 206 MK 1 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Timing belt

This video is currently unavailable

Replacing the timing belt requires good mechanical knowledge as an error in this maintenance could severely damage the engine; in addition to the belt, it is always advisable to replace the tensioner and the water pump; first, remove the plastic cover under the engine and drain the coolant from the drain plug under the radiator; then remove the cover on the engine, take out the bleed plugs from the cooling system, and disconnect the battery; lift the vehicle on a jack from the timing belt side and remove the front wheel; then remove the auxiliary belt by loosening the tensioner, take off the crankshaft pulley and the timing cover; align the timing marks by rotating the crankshaft and secure this position with the appropriate tools; apply support under the engine to remove the side mount and complete the disassembly of the timing belt and water pump; install the new pump, the new tensioner, and then the belt itself, removing the timing tools only at the end; proceed in reverse for reassembly and fill the cooling system with antifreeze and bleed it.


Updated on 16 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

Timing Belt Replacement on Peugeot 206
Timing Belt Replacement on Peugeot 206
Peugeot 206 (1998-2012 / MK 1) Remove the timing belt on the Peugeot 206 if it needs changing. Changing the timing belt is very important to avoid damaging the engine. Here’s how t…
Replacing the Timing Belt on a Peugeot 206 1.4 HDi
Replacing the Timing Belt on a Peugeot 206 1.4 HDi
Peugeot 206 (1998-2012 / MK 1) Next, we will discover the steps that will allow you to disassemble and replace the timing belt on the Peugeot 206 1.4 HDi. First, lift the vehicle a…
How to Replace the Timing Belt on the Peugeot 206?
How to Replace the Timing Belt on the Peugeot 206?
Peugeot 206 (1998-2012 / MK 1) To replace the timing belt on the Peugeot 206, loosen the bolts securing the front right wheel to detach the rivets holding the inner cover of the wh…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to reset the tyre pressure warning light on the Kia Niro EV?

To reset the tyre pressure warning light on the Kia Niro EV, inflate the tyres until they reach the correct pressure value. This value is indicated on the sticker attached to the driver's door pillar. Once the tyres are inflated, turn on the instrument cluster to check that the warning light has completely disappeared from the display. If it is still present, you may need to drive for a few miles to ensure it disappears completely from the screen.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos