Change Car Timing Belt Kit Renault Twingo

Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 3h30–12h00 ~350–1200£
Estimated time 3h30–12h00
Estimated labour cost ~350–1200£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Twingo I 1993-2007 4
  • 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-702 (A7))
  • 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-708 (C7))
  • 1.2 8V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-703 (J7))
  • 1.2 8V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-708 (F7))
Twingo II 2007-2014 9
  • 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-770 (E7))
  • 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-772 (J7))
  • 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-800 (A8))
  • 1.2 TCe 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-780 (K7))
  • 1.5 dCi 65 Diesel (K9K-740 (17))
  • 1.5 dCi 75 Diesel (K9K-820 (P8))
  • 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-718 (W7))
  • 1.5 dCi 85 FAP Diesel (K9K-820 (P8))
  • RS (1.6) Petrol (K4M-854 (N8))
Renew the timing belt 5h00–12h00
Renew the timing belt kit 5h00–12h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump 7h00–18h00
Renew the timing belt Without air conditioning 3h30–4h00
Renew the timing belt With air conditioning 4h00–5h00
Renew the timing belt kit Without air conditioning 4h00
Renew the timing belt kit With air conditioning 5h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump With air conditioning 8h00–9h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump Without air conditioning 8h00

What is the function of a Renault Twingo 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 Twingo 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 Twingo 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 Twingo 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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3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Twingo I 1993-2007 1993-2007 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-702 (A7)), 1.2 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-708 (C7)), 1.2 8V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-703 (J7)), 1.2 8V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-708 (F7)) LPG, Petrol
Twingo II 2007-2014 2007-2014 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-770 (E7)), 1.2 16V 75, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-772 (J7)), 1.2 8V 60, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D7F-800 (A8)), 1.2 TCe 100, -LPG LPG,Petrol (D4F-780 (K7)), 1.5 dCi 65 Diesel (K9K-740 (17)), 1.5 dCi 75 Diesel (K9K-820 (P8)), 1.5 dCi 85 Diesel (K9K-718 (W7)), 1… Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Twingo III 2014-2025 2014-2025 0.9 TCe 110 Petrol (H4B-401 (C4)), 0.9 TCe 90 Petrol (H4B-401 (C4)), 0.9 TCe 90, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4B-451 (F4)), 0.9 TCe 95, -LPG LPG,Petrol (H4B-453 (F4)), 1.0 SCe 65 Petrol (B4D-403 (D4)), 1.0 SCe 65 Petrol (B4D-413 (H4)), 1.0 SCe 70 Petrol (H4D-400 (A4)), 1.0 SCe 75 Petrol (B… LPG, Petrol

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