Change Car Timing Belt Kit Nissan Micra

Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 3h00–6h00 ~300–600£
Estimated time 3h00–6h00
Estimated labour cost ~300–600£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Micra 1982-1992 1
  • 1.0 8V Petrol (MA10)
Micra 2002-2019 4
  • 1.5 8V dCi Diesel (K9K-274)
  • 1.5 8V dCi Diesel (K9K-276)
  • 1.5 8V dCi Diesel (K9K-704)
  • 1.5 8V dCi Diesel (K9K-722)
Micra 2016-2025 1
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K)
Renew the timing belt 3h00–6h00
Renew the timing belt kit 3h00–6h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump 5h00–8h00

What is the function of a Nissan Micra timing belt?

The timing belt synchronises the rotation of the camshaft(s) with the crankshaft, ensuring that the inlet and exhaust valves open and close at precisely the right moment. It may also drive other components such as the high-pressure fuel pump or the water pump.

When should you change the Nissan Micra timing belt?

The replacement interval varies greatly between manufacturers, typically between 60,000 and 240,000 km or 4 to 10 years, whichever comes first. Always respect the time-based interval even if the mileage has not been reached.

What happens if the Nissan Micra timing belt breaks?

On interference engines (the vast majority of modern engines), a broken timing belt causes the pistons to strike the open valves, resulting in bent valves, damaged pistons, and potentially a destroyed engine. Repair costs can reach several thousand euros. Preventive replacement is critical.

Is it difficult to change the Nissan Micra timing belt?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical, requiring specialist tools (crankshaft and camshaft locking tools specific to your engine, tensioner tools, torque wrench) and precise knowledge of timing marks. Incorrect installation can cause severe engine damage. Recommended for experienced mechanics only.

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5 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Micra 1982-1992 1982-1992 1.0 8V Petrol (MA10) Petrol
Micra 1992-2002 1992-2002 1.0 16V DOHC, -LPG LPG,Petrol (CG10DE), 1.0 16V DOHC, -LPG LPG,Petrol (CG10DE), 1.3 16V DOHC Petrol (CG13DE), 1.4 16V Petrol (CGA3DE) LPG, Petrol
Micra 2002-2019 2002-2019 1.0 16V Petrol (CR10DE), 1.2 16V Petrol (CR12DE), 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (CR12DE), 1.4 16V Petrol (CR14DE), 1.5 8V dCi Diesel (K9K-274), 1.5 8V dCi Diesel (K9K-276), 1.5 8V dCi Diesel (K9K-704), 1.5 8V dCi Diesel (K9K-722), 1.6 16V SR Petrol (HR16DE) Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Micra 2016-2025 2016-2025 0.9 IG-T Petrol (HR09DET (H4B)), 1.0 12V DiG-T Petrol (HR10DDT (H5D)), 1.0 12V Petrol (BR10DE (B4D)), 1.0 IG-T 100 Petrol (HR10DET (H4D)), 1.0 IG-T 92 LPG,Petrol (HR10DET (H4D)), 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K) Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Micra CC 2010-2025 2010-2025 1.2 12V DiG-S Petrol (HR12DDR), 1.2 12V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (HR12DE) LPG, Petrol

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