Change Car Timing Belt Kit Renault Trafic

Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 6h00–8h00 ~600–800£
Estimated time 6h00–8h00
Estimated labour cost ~600–800£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Trafic II 2001-2015 7
  • 1.9 dCi 100 Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7))
  • 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7))
  • 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-720 (L7))
  • 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-820 (H8))
  • 2.5 dCi 115 FAP Diesel (G9U-630 (B6))
  • 2.5 dCi 140 Diesel (G9U-730 (B7))
  • 2.5 dCi 145 FAP Diesel (G9U-630 (B6))
Renew the timing belt 6h00–8h00
Renew the timing belt kit 6h00–8h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump 8h00

What is the function of a Renault Trafic 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 Trafic 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 Trafic 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 Trafic 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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2 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Trafic II 2001-2015 2001-2015 1.9 dCi 100 Diesel (F9Q-760 (U7)), 1.9 dCi 80 Diesel (F9Q-762 (U7)), 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-720 (L7)), 2.0 16V 120 Petrol (F4R-820 (H8)), 2.0 dCi 115 (B30) Diesel (M9R-780 (E7)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-692 (F6)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-782 (M7)), 2.0 dCi 115 Diesel (M9R-786 (… Diesel, Petrol
Trafic III 2014-2025 2014-2025 1.6 dCi 115 Diesel (R9M-408 (A4)), 1.6 dCi 120 Diesel (R9M-413 (H4)), 1.6 dCi 120 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-450 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 125 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-452 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 140 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-450 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 145 TwinTurbo Diesel (R9M-452 (D4)), 1.6 dCi 90 Diesel (R9M-408 (A… Diesel

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