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Change Car Turbo

Very technical 3h00–10h00 ~300–1000£
Estimated time 3h00–10h00
Estimated labour cost ~300–1000£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Partner 1996-2011 3
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6ATED4 (9HX))
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6BTED4 (9HW))
  • 2.0 HDi Diesel (DW10TD (RHY))
Partner 2008-2019 18
  • 1.2 THP Petrol (EB2DT (HNZ))
  • 1.6 8V BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FC (BHZ))
  • 1.6 8V BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FD (BHY))
  • 1.6 8V BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FE (BHW))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HD))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HG))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HL))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HR))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6DTED (9HF))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6DTED (9HP))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6DTEDM (9HE))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6ETEDM (9HK))
  • 1.6 8V HDiF, - 4x4 Dangel Diesel (DV6ETED (9HN))
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6ATED4 (9HX))
  • 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6BTED4 (9HT))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6TED4 (9HZ))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6TED4B (9HV))
  • 1.6 HDiF Diesel (DV6TED4BU (9HS))
Partner 2017-2025 9
  • 1.2 PureTech 110 Petrol (EB2ADT (HNP))
  • 1.2 PureTech 130 Petrol (EB2ADTS (HNS))
  • 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Diesel (DV5RCF (YHT))
  • 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Diesel (DV5RD (YHY))
  • 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Diesel (DV5RC (YHP))
  • 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Diesel (DV5RC (YHZ))
  • 1.5 BlueHDi 75 Diesel (DV5RE (YHW))
  • 1.6 8V BlueHDi 100 Diesel (DV6FD (BHY))
  • 1.6 8V BlueHDi 75 Diesel (DV6FE (BHW))
Renew the turbocharger Without air conditioning 3h30–4h00
Renew the turbocharger 5h00
Renew the turbocharger With air conditioning 4h00–5h00

What is the role of the Peugeot Partner turbo?

The turbocharger increases engine power by compressing the intake air, allowing more air (and therefore more fuel) into the combustion chambers. It is driven by exhaust gases spinning a turbine at speeds up to 250,000 rpm. The compressed intake air passes through an intercooler to reduce its temperature before entering the engine.

What are the symptoms of a failing Peugeot Partner turbo?

Common symptoms include: loss of engine power or boost, excessive exhaust smoke (blue/white for oil burning, black for over-fuelling), whining or whistling noise from the turbo area, engine warning light or turbo fault codes, oil leaks at the turbo housing, increased oil consumption.

What causes Peugeot Partner turbo failure?

The main causes are: oil starvation (blocked or restricted oil feed lines, low oil level, poor oil quality), foreign object ingestion, excessive exhaust temperature, worn bearings due to high mileage, and contaminated oil. Always investigate and fix the root cause before fitting a replacement turbo.

Can a Peugeot Partner turbo be reconditioned?

Yes, turbo reconditioning is a common and cost-effective alternative to buying new. A reputable service will disassemble, inspect, replace worn parts, rebalance, and test the unit. Expect to pay 30–60% of the new price.

Is it difficult to change a Peugeot Partner turbo?

Difficulty level 5/5: very technical. The turbo is connected to both the intake and exhaust systems, requiring numerous disassembly steps. Approximately 5 hours on average for a professional mechanic. Key precautions after fitting: change the engine oil and filter, prime the turbo with oil before starting, allow the turbo to cool down after hard driving by idling for 30 seconds before switching off.

3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Partner 1996-2011 1996-2011 1.1i Petrol (TU1JP (HFX)), 1.1i Petrol (TU1M (HDZ)), 1.1i Petrol (TU1M+ (HDY)), 1.4 Petrol (TU3.2TR/K (K5A)), 1.4i Petrol (TU3A (KFV)), 1.4i Petrol (TU3JP (KFW)), 1.4i Petrol (TU3JP (KFX)), 1.4i Petrol (TU3JP/K (K6D)), 1.4i, -LPG LPG,Petrol (TU3JP (KFW)), 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6ATED… Diesel, Electricity, LPG, Petrol
Partner 2008-2019 2008-2019 1.2 THP Petrol (EB2DT (HNZ)), 1.6 8V BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FC (BHZ)), 1.6 8V BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FD (BHY)), 1.6 8V BlueHDi Diesel (DV6FE (BHW)), 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HD)), 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HG)), 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HL)), 1.6 8V HDiF Diesel (DV6C (9HR)), 1.6 8V… Bioethanol (E85), Diesel, Electricity, Petrol
Partner 2017-2025 2017-2025 1.2 PureTech 110 Petrol (EB2ADT (HNP)), 1.2 PureTech 130 Petrol (EB2ADTS (HNS)), 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Diesel (DV5RCF (YHT)), 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Diesel (DV5RD (YHY)), 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Diesel (DV5RC (YHP)), 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Diesel (DV5RC (YHZ)), 1.5 BlueHDi 75 Diesel (DV5RE (YHW)), 1.6 8V B… Diesel, Electricity, Petrol