Timing belt replacement: Citroen C8 9411 (EW12J4)

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform codes 2.2, 16V

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

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• Use a wrench to counterhold

🔧 Engine codes this applies to

📐 45 workshop diagrams for EW12J4(3FZ)

Real factory drawings for this job — timing marks, bolt locations and routing. Locked in the free view.

📋 Procedure

Preparation and removal

1. Coolant pump renewal is recommended after timing belt removal
2. Clamp:
3. Remove the ancillary drive belt
4. Use a trolley jack to support the engine
5. Remove the engine support

6. Crankshaft pulley:
7. Remove the crankshaft pulley
8. Remove the timing belt covers
9. Do not loosen
10. Fit the crankshaft locking pin
11. Lock the tensioner; use a locking pin
12. Loosen the tensioner pulley bolt
13. Remove the crankshaft gearwheel centre bolt
14. Note: Use a wrench to counterhold
15. Position the crankshaft pulley flange at timing point, so the crankshaft locking pin can be fitted

Installation and checks

16. Fit the timing belt in the sequence shown
17. Check the belt(s) for cracks, fraying, wear and oil contamination
18. Pre-tension the timing belt
19. Note: Avoid bending, torsion or traction
20. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise by 10 turns
21. Fit the crankshaft locking pin
22. If the pin cannot be inserted, move the flange
23. Note: Repeat the procedure if the special tool does not fit
24. Stage 1:
25. Stage 2:
26. Tighten the crankshaft gearwheel bolt
27. Use a new bolt
28. Note: Use a wrench to counterhold
29. Remove all the locking tools
30. Refit the timing belt lower cover
31. Refit the timing belt upper cover
32. Fit the crankshaft pulley
33. Refit the engine support
34. Remove the trolley jack
35. Reconnect the exhaust pipe
36. Refit the coolant reservoir
37. Reconnect the fuel line
38. Fit the ancillary drive belt
39. Refit the front right splash guard
40. Refit the front right wheel
41. Reconnect the battery

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