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Timing belt replacement: Citroen C1 1.4 HDi (DV4TD)

Step-by-step timing belt replacement for the Citroen C1 1.4 HDi (DV4TD): 89 steps. What to remove, in what order, and what to check after.

Workshop procedure for CITROEN — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

89 steps 1 engine code

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 1.4, HDI

  • Timing position: the crankshaft or camshaft is set and locked during this job
  • Special tools named: locking tool, locking pin

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  • The engine must be cold before timing belt adjustment
  • Do not damage the flexible exhaust pipe; remove if necessary
  • The magnetic track should show no signs of damage and must be kept away from magnetic sources; otherwise it will have to be replaced

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

DV4TD(8HT)

📋 Procedure

Preparation and removal

  1. Flywheel locking tool:
  2. Unless otherwise advised by the manufacturer, the following procedures are recommended:
  3. Coolant pump renewal is recommended after timing belt removal
  4. Remove the timing belt upper cover
  5. Fit the camshaft locking pin
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  1. Note: Do not damage the flexible exhaust pipe; remove if necessary
  2. Fit the flywheel locking tool
  3. Remove the crankshaft pulley
  4. Remove the wiring loom connection
  5. Remove the timing belt lower cover
  6. Remove the special tools
  7. Raise the engine slightly
  8. Note: The magnetic track should show no signs of damage and must be kept away from magnetic sources; otherwise it will have to be replaced
  9. Remove the nut
  10. Use a trolley jack to support the engine
  11. Note: Put a wooden block between the sump and the jack
  12. Remove the bracket
  13. Remove the engine support bracket
  14. Remove the engine support
  15. Lock the crankshaft by fitting a locking pin into the flywheel
  16. Remove the crankshaft pulley centre bolt
  17. Loosen the tensioner pulley, keeping it steady with an Allen key

Installation and checks

  1. Fit the timing belt in the sequence shown
  2. Note: Fit the timing belt fully taut
  3. Turn the tensioner anti-clockwise until the pointer is positioned as shown
  4. Note: The engine must be cold before timing belt adjustment
  5. Refit the bracket
  6. Refit the timing belt guide
  7. Fit the crankshaft pulley bolt
  8. Refit the crankshaft pulley
  9. Fit the crankshaft pulley bolt
  10. Note: Use a new bolt
  11. Turn the tensioner pulley clockwise to release the tension
  12. Stage 2:
  13. Remove the locking tool
  14. Refit the exhaust pipe
  15. Refit the timing belt upper cover
  16. Refit the coolant reservoir
  17. Refit the ancillary drive belt
  18. Refit the wiring loom to the cylinder head
  19. Refit the headlight(s)
  20. Refit the front bumper
  21. Reconnect the battery earth cable

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.