Change Car Timing Belt Kit Vauxhall Zafira

Change Car Timing Belt Kit

Very technical 2h00–3h30 ~200–350£
Estimated time 2h00–3h30
Estimated labour cost ~200–350£
Difficulty Very technical
Vehicles
Zafira Mk I 1999-2005 8
  • 1.6 16V CNG CNG,Petrol (Z16YNG)
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XE (L91))
  • 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (X16XEL (L91))
  • 1.8 16V Petrol (X18XE1 (2H9))
  • 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (Z18XE (2H9))
  • 2.0 Turbo Petrol (Z20LET (L70))
  • 2.0 Turbo Petrol (Z20LET)
  • 2.2 TD 16V Diesel (Y22DTR (L50))
Zafira Mk II 2005-2014 18
  • 1.6 16V CNG CNG,Petrol (Z16YNG (LR1))
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (A16XER (LDE))
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XE1 (LJ7))
  • 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XER (LDE))
  • 1.6 16V Twinport Petrol (Z16XEP (LJ7))
  • 1.6 CNG Turbo CNG,Petrol (A16XNT (LGE))
  • 1.6 CNG Turbo CNG,Petrol (Z16XNT (LGE))
  • 1.7 CDTi 16V Diesel (A17DTJ (LPV))
  • 1.7 CDTi 16V Diesel (A17DTR (LPL))
  • 1.7 CDTi 16V Diesel (Z17DTJ (LPV))
  • 1.8 16V Petrol (A18XEL)
  • 1.8 16V Petrol (A18XER (2H0))
  • 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (Z18XER (2H0))
  • 1.9 CDTi 16V 150 Diesel (Z19DTH (LRD))
  • 1.9 CDTi 8V 110 Diesel (Z19DTL (LPP))
  • 1.9 CDTi 8V 120 Diesel (Z19DT (LPM))
  • 2.0 16V Turbo OPC Petrol (Z20LEH (LPI))
  • 2.0 16V Turbo Petrol (Z20LER (LU2))
Zafira Mk III 2011-2019 11
  • 1.6 CNG Turbo CNG,Petrol (A16XNT (LGE))
  • 1.6 CNG Turbo CNG,Petrol (B16XNT (LGE))
  • 1.8 16V Petrol (A18XEL (2H0+PL5))
  • 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (A18XER (2H0))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (A20DT (LBR))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (A20DTH (LBS))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (A20DTJ (LBX))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (A20DTL (LBQ))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (A20DTR (LBY))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (B20DTH (LFS))
  • 2.0 CDTi Diesel (B20DTH (LFS))
Renew the timing belt 2h00–3h30
Renew the timing belt kit 2h30–4h00
Renew the timing belt kit and the coolant pump 2h30–5h00

What is the function of a Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira 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 Vauxhall Zafira 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
Zafira Mk I 1999-2005 1999-2005 1.6 16V CNG CNG,Petrol (Z16YNG), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XE (L91)), 1.6 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (X16XEL (L91)), 1.8 16V Petrol (X18XE1 (2H9)), 1.8 16V, -LPG LPG,Petrol (Z18XE (2H9)), 2.0 Di 16V Diesel (X20DTL (LD3)), 2.0 DTi 16V Diesel (Y20DTH (LD1)), 2.0 Turbo Petrol (Z20LET (L70)), 2.… CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Zafira Mk II 2005-2014 2005-2014 1.6 16V CNG CNG,Petrol (Z16YNG (LR1)), 1.6 16V Petrol (A16XER (LDE)), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XE1 (LJ7)), 1.6 16V Petrol (Z16XER (LDE)), 1.6 16V Twinport Petrol (Z16XEP (LJ7)), 1.6 CNG Turbo CNG,Petrol (A16XNT (LGE)), 1.6 CNG Turbo CNG,Petrol (Z16XNT (LGE)), 1.7 CDTi 16V Diesel (A17D… CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol
Zafira Mk III 2011-2019 2011-2019 1.4 Turbo Petrol (A14NEL (LUJ)), 1.4 Turbo Petrol (B14NEL (LUJ)), 1.4 Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (A14NET (LUJ)), 1.4 Turbo, -LPG LPG,Petrol (B14NET (LUJ)), 1.6 16V Petrol (A16XHT (LVP)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16DTH (LVL)), 1.6 CDTi Diesel (B16DTJ (LVL+PL5)), 1.6 CNG Turbo CNG,Petrol (A1… CNG, Diesel, LPG, Petrol

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