Change Car Timing Belt Kit Renault Clio

Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 4h00–11h00 ~400–1100£
Estimated time 4h00–11h00
Estimated labour cost ~400–1100£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Clio I 1990-1999 23
  • 1.2i Petrol (D7F-730 (A7))
  • 1.2i Petrol (E7F-700)
  • 1.2i Petrol (E7F-704)
  • 1.2i Petrol (E7F-706)
  • 1.2i Petrol (E7F-708)
  • 1.2i Petrol (E7F-750)
  • 1.4i Petrol (E7J-601)
  • 1.4i Petrol (E7J-710)
  • 1.4i Petrol (E7J-711)
  • 1.4i Petrol (E7J-718)
  • 1.4i Petrol (E7J-719)
  • 1.4i Petrol (E7J-754)
  • 1.4i Petrol (E7J-756)
  • 1.4i Petrol (E7J-757)
  • 1.8 RSi Petrol (F3P-712)
  • 1.8i 16V Petrol (F7P-720)
  • 1.8i 16V Petrol (F7P-722)
  • 1.8i Petrol (F3P-710)
  • 1.8i Petrol (F3P-754)
  • 1.8i Petrol (F3P-755)
  • 1.9 D Diesel (F8Q-676)
  • 1.9 D Diesel (F8Q-696)
  • 1.9 D Diesel (F8Q-732)
Clio II 1998-2012 42
  • 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-712 (B7))
  • 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-722 (G7))
  • 1.2 8V 60 Petrol (D7F-746)
  • 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-720 (D7))
  • 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-722)
  • 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-726 (G7))
  • 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-764)
  • 1.4 16V 100 Petrol (K4J-711 (B7))
  • 1.4 16V 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-710 (C7))
  • 1.4 16V 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-712 (A7))
  • 1.4 16V 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-713 (B7))
  • 1.4 8V 75 Petrol (E7J-780 (77))
  • 1.4 8V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (E7J-634 (C6))
  • 1.4 8V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K7J-700 (A7))
  • 1.5 dCi 100 Diesel (K9K-712 (E7))
  • 1.5 dCi 65 Diesel (K9K-700)
  • 1.5 dCi 65 Diesel (K9K-704 (A7))
  • 1.5 dCi 65 Diesel (K9K-716)
  • 1.5 dCi 65 Diesel (K9K-740 (17))
  • 1.5 dCi 70 Diesel (K9K-714 (V7))
  • 1.5 dCi 80 Diesel (K9K-702 (B7))
  • 1.5 dCi 80 Diesel (K9K-706)
  • 1.5 dCi 80 Diesel (K9K-710)
  • 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-718)
  • 1.6 16V 110 Petrol (K4M-734)
  • 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-744 (A7))
  • 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-745 (B7))
  • 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-746)
  • 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-748 (G7))
  • 1.6 8V 90 Petrol (K7M-744 (F7))
  • 1.6 8V 90 Petrol (K7M-745 (G7))
  • 1.6 8V 90, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K7M-746)
  • 1.9 D 65 Diesel (F8Q-630 (K6))
  • 1.9 D 65 Diesel (F8Q-632 (P6))
  • 1.9 D 65 Diesel (F8Q-662)
  • 1.9 DTi 80 Diesel (F9Q-782 (R7))
  • 2.0 16V 170 Sport Petrol (F4R-732 (D7))
  • 2.0 16V 180 Sport Petrol (F4R-738 (57))
  • 2.0 16V Sport 170 Petrol (F4R-730 (D7))
  • 2.0 16V Sport 170 Petrol (F4R-736 (D7))
  • 3.0 V6 225 Petrol (L7X-760 (J7))
  • 3.0 V6 255 Petrol (L7X-762 (L7))
Clio III 2005-2013 21
  • 1.2 16V Flex, -LPG Bioethanol (E85),LPG,Petrol (D4F-742 (L7))
  • 1.2 16V Petrol (D4F-764 (E7))
  • 1.2 16V TCe 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-784 (H7))
  • 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-740 (D7))
  • 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-786 (H7))
  • 1.4 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-780 (G7))
  • 1.5 dCi 105 Diesel (K9K-764 (N7))
  • 1.5 dCi 105 FAP Diesel (K9K-772 (Z7))
  • 1.5 dCi 105 FAP Diesel (K9K-774 (97))
  • 1.5 dCi 70 Diesel (K9K-766 (T7))
  • 1.5 dCi 70 Diesel (K9K-768 (M7))
  • 1.5 dCi 75 FAP Diesel (K9K-770 (67))
  • 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-766 (T7))
  • 1.5 dCi 85 FAP Diesel (K9K-772 (Z7))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 FAP Diesel (K9K-770 (67))
  • 1.6 16V GT, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-862 (N8))
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-804 (A8))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-800 (D8))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-801 (C8))
  • 2.0 16V Sport Petrol (F4R-830 (A8))
  • 2.0 16V Sport Petrol (F4R-832 (P8))
Clio IV 2012-2019 14
  • 1.2 16V Petrol (D4F-740 (D7))
  • 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-740 (D7))
  • 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-744 (P7))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-646 (F6))
  • 1.5 dCi 75 Diesel (K9K-612 (C6))
  • 1.5 dCi 75 Diesel (K9K-628 (E6))
  • 1.5 dCi 75 Diesel (K9K-638 (E6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-608 (B6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-609 (D6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-612 (C6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-628 (E6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-638 (E6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-639 (R6))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 EDC Diesel (K9K-629 (E6))
Clio V 2019-2025 3
  • 1.5 Blue dCi 100 Diesel (K9K-872 (U8))
  • 1.5 Blue dCi 115 Diesel (K9K-872 (U8))
  • 1.5 Blue dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-872 (U8))
Renew the timing belt 4h00–11h00
Renew the timing belt kit 4h00–11h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump 7h00–20h00
Renew the timing belt Without air conditioning 5h00–9h00
Renew the timing belt With air conditioning 5h00–8h00
Renew the timing belt kit Without air conditioning 5h00–10h00
Renew the timing belt kit With air conditioning 5h00–9h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump With air conditioning 7h00–18h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump Without air conditioning 6h00–18h00

What is the function of a Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio 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 Renault Clio 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
Clio I 1990-1999 1990-1999 1.1 Petrol (C1E-700), 1.2i Petrol (D7F-730 (A7)), 1.2i Petrol (E7F-700), 1.2i Petrol (E7F-704), 1.2i Petrol (E7F-706), 1.2i Petrol (E7F-708), 1.2i Petrol (E7F-750), 1.4i Petrol (E7J-601), 1.4i Petrol (E7J-710), 1.4i Petrol (E7J-711), 1.4i Petrol (E7J-718), 1.4i Petrol (E7J-719),… Diesel, Petrol
Clio II 1998-2012 1998-2012 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-712 (B7)), 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-722 (G7)), 1.2 8V 60 Petrol (D7F-746), 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-720 (D7)), 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-722), 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-726 (G7)), 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-764), 1… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Clio III 2005-2013 2005-2013 1.2 16V Flex, -LPG Bioethanol (E85),LPG,Petrol (D4F-742 (L7)), 1.2 16V Petrol (D4F-764 (E7)), 1.2 16V TCe 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-784 (H7)), 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-740 (D7)), 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-786 (H7)), 1.4 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-780 (G7)), 1.5 dCi 105 D… Bioethanol (E85), Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Clio IV 2012-2019 2012-2019 0.9 TCe 76 Petrol (H4B-408 (B4)), 0.9 TCe 76 Petrol (H4B-412 (G4)), 0.9 TCe 90 Petrol (H4B-412 (G4)), 0.9 TCe 90, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4B-400 (A4)), 0.9 TCe 90, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4B-410 (B4)), 0.9 TCe 90, -LPG Petrol (H4B-408 (B4)), 1.2 16V Petrol (D4F-740 (D7)), 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Clio V 2019-2025 2019-2025 1.0 SCe 65 Petrol (B4D-409 (G4)), 1.0 SCe 70 Petrol (B4D-419 (H4)), 1.0 SCe 75 Petrol (B4D-409 (G4)), 1.0 TCe 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4D-450 (B4)), 1.0 TCe 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4D-460 (D4)), 1.0 TCe 100, LPG LPG,Petrol (H4D-480 (F4)), 1.0 TCe 90 Petrol (H4D-470 (E4)), 1.0 TCe 9… 48V (MHEV), Diesel, Electricity, LPG, Petrol

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