Change Car Timing Belt Kit Renault Megane

Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 4h00–14h00 ~400–1400£
Estimated time 4h00–14h00
Estimated labour cost ~400–1400£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Megane I 1996-2003 31
  • 1.4 Petrol (E7J-764 (37))
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-700 (A7))
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-701 (B7))
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-706)
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-708 (A7))
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-709 (B7))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-704 (A7))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-712)
  • 1.6 LPG LPG,Petrol (K7M-702 (A7))
  • 1.6 Petrol (K7M-720 (C7))
  • 1.6, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K7M-703 (B7))
  • 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4P-720 (B7))
  • 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4P-722 (B7))
  • 1.9 D Diesel (F8Q-620 (A6))
  • 1.9 D Diesel (F8Q-622 (N6))
  • 1.9 D Diesel (F8Q-624 (A6))
  • 1.9 dCi Diesel (F9Q-732 (K7))
  • 1.9 dCi Diesel (F9Q-733 (K7))
  • 1.9 DT Diesel (F8Q-784 (37))
  • 1.9 DTi Diesel (F9Q-730)
  • 1.9 DTi Diesel (F9Q-731 (E7))
  • 1.9 DTi Diesel (F9Q-734 (A7))
  • 1.9 DTi Diesel (F9Q-736 (A7))
  • 1.9 DTi Diesel (F9Q-744 (Q7))
  • 2.0 i Petrol (F3R-752 (P7))
  • 2.0 Petrol (F3R-750)
  • 2.0 Petrol (F3R-751 (Q7))
  • 2.0 Petrol (F3R-791)
  • 2.0 Petrol (F3R-796)
  • 2.0 Petrol (F3R-797 (Q7))
  • 2.0 Petrol (F3R-798 (P7))
Megane II 2002-2010 31
  • 1.4 16V Petrol (K4J-732 (F7))
  • 1.4 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-730 (D7))
  • 1.4 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-740 (D7))
  • 1.5 dCi 100 Diesel (K9K-728 (F7))
  • 1.5 dCi 100 Diesel (K9K-729 (H7))
  • 1.5 dCi 105 Diesel (K9K-732 (P7))
  • 1.5 dCi 105 FAP Diesel (K9K-734 (77))
  • 1.5 dCi 80 Diesel (K9K-722 (D7))
  • 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-724 (G7))
  • 1.6 16V E85 Bioethanol (E85),Petrol (K4M-856 (J8))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-760 (T7))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-761 (W7))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-764 (V7))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-788 (87))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-812 (D8))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-813 (C8))
  • 1.9 dCi 100 Diesel (F9Q-808 (C8))
  • 1.9 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (F9Q-804 (E8))
  • 1.9 dCi 113 Diesel (F9Q-818 (L8))
  • 1.9 dCi 115 FAP Diesel (F9Q-803 (J8))
  • 1.9 dCi 115 FAP Diesel (F9Q-804 (E8))
  • 1.9 dCi 120 Diesel (F9Q-800 (B8))
  • 1.9 dCi 120 Diesel (F9Q-816 (K8))
  • 1.9 dCi 130 Diesel (F9Q-816 (K8))
  • 1.9 dCi 130 Diesel (F9Q-818 (L8))
  • 1.9 dCi 130 FAP Diesel (F9Q-803 (J8))
  • 1.9 dCi 130 FAP Diesel (F9Q-804 (E8))
  • 2.0 16V Turbo Petrol (F4R-776 (37))
  • 2.0 16V Turbo RS Petrol (F4R-774 (27))
  • 2.0 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-770 (Z7))
  • 2.0 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-771 (17))
Megane III 2008-2017 24
  • 1.5 dCi 105 Diesel (K9K-832 (G8))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-656 (G6))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-636 (A6))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-836 (J8))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-837 (N8))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 FAP Diesel (K9K-846 (R8))
  • 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-830 (F8))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 FAP Diesel (K9K-834 (H8))
  • 1.5 dCi 95 Diesel (K9K-656 (G6))
  • 1.5 dCi 95 FAP Diesel (K9K-836 (J8))
  • 1.6 16V 100 Petrol (K4M-838 (V8))
  • 1.6 16V 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-848 (P8))
  • 1.6 16V 110 E85, -LPG Bioethanol (E85),LPG,Petrol (K4M-866 (T8))
  • 1.6 16V 110 Petrol (K4M-838 (V8))
  • 1.6 16V 110, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-858 (R8))
  • 1.9 dCi 130 Diesel (F9Q-872 (P8))
  • 1.9 dCi 130 FAP Diesel (F9Q-870 (N8))
  • 2.0 16V RS 250 Petrol (F4R-874 (M8))
  • 2.0 16V RS 265, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-874 (M8))
  • 2.0 16v RS 275 Petrol (F4R-874 (M8))
  • 2.0 16V TCe 180, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-870 (L8))
  • 2.0 16V TCe 180, -LPG LPG,Petrol (F4R-872 (L8))
  • 2.0 16V TCe 190 Petrol (F4R-872 (L8))
  • 2.0 16V TCe 220 Petrol (F4R-874 (M8))
Megane IV 2016-2025 9
  • 1.5 Blue dCi 95 Diesel (K9K-872 (U8))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-646 (F6))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-656 (G6))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-657 (G6))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-675 (G6))
  • 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (K9K-676 (F6))
  • 1.5 dCi 115 Diesel (K9K-872 (U8))
  • 1.5 dCi 115 Diesel (K9K-873 (U8))
  • 1.5 dCi 90 Diesel (K9K-656 (G6))
Renew the timing belt 4h00–14h00
Renew the timing belt kit 4h00–14h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump 6h00–18h00
Renew the timing belt With diesel particulate filter 6h00
Renew the timing belt Without diesel particulate filter 6h00–7h00
Renew the timing belt kit Without diesel particulate filter 6h00–7h00
Renew the timing belt kit With diesel particulate filter 6h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump With diesel particulate filter 9h00–12h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump Without diesel particulate filter 8h00–10h00

What is the function of a Renault Megane 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 Megane 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 Megane 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 Megane 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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4 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Megane I 1996-2003 1996-2003 1.4 Petrol (E7J-764 (37)), 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-700 (A7)), 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-701 (B7)), 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-706), 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-708 (A7)), 1.6 16V Petrol (K4M-709 (B7)), 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-704 (A7)), 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4M-712), 1.6 LPG LPG,Petrol (K7M-7… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Megane II 2002-2010 2002-2010 1.4 16V Petrol (K4J-732 (F7)), 1.4 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-730 (D7)), 1.4 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (K4J-740 (D7)), 1.5 dCi 100 Diesel (K9K-728 (F7)), 1.5 dCi 100 Diesel (K9K-729 (H7)), 1.5 dCi 105 Diesel (K9K-732 (P7)), 1.5 dCi 105 FAP Diesel (K9K-734 (77)), 1.5 dCi 80 Diesel (K9K… Bioethanol (E85), Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Megane III 2008-2017 2008-2017 1.2 TCe 115 Petrol (H5F-400 (A4)), 1.2 TCe 115 Petrol (H5F-408 (F4)), 1.2 TCe 135 Petrol (H5F-404 (B4)), 1.2 TCe 135 Petrol (H5F-405 (E4)), 1.2 TCe 135 Petrol (H5F-412 (G4)), 1.4 16V TCe 130, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4J-700 (A7)), 1.5 dCi 105 Diesel (K9K-832 (G8)), 1.5 dCi 110 Diesel (… Bioethanol (E85), Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Megane IV 2016-2025 2016-2025 1.0 TCe 115 Petrol (H5D-490 (C4)), 1.2 TCe 100 Petrol (H5F-408 (F4)), 1.2 TCe 130, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H5F-408 (F4)), 1.3 TCe 100 Petrol (H5H-470 (B4)), 1.3 TCe 115 Petrol (H5H-450 (A4)), 1.3 TCe 115 Petrol (H5H-470 (B4)), 1.3 TCe 140 Petrol (H5H-450 (A4)), 1.3 TCe 140 Petrol (H5H-… Diesel, Electricity, LPG, Petrol

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