2015 — 2019
1.2L I3 Turbo (EB2DT)
Petrol
Remove the engine oil filler cap and shine a torch inside to inspect the visible edge of the wet timing belt (cambelt) for cracking, fraying, or swelling. | Note: The 1.2L PureTech (EB2DT) engine runs its cambelt in the engine oil. Over time, incompatible oil or deferred servicing causes the belt to degrade, shedding rubber debris that clogs the oil pickup strainer, leading to oil starvation and engine failure.
In a safe area, perform several stops to evaluate pedal feel. Check if the brake pedal feels excessively hard, heavy, or requires high effort to slow the car down. | Note: When the wet belt degrades, rubber particles migrate through the oil system and clog the vacuum pump lubrication feed. This causes vacuum pump failure, resulting in a sudden loss of braking assistance.
Drive the vehicle from a cold start, paying close attention to gear changes between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gear under light to moderate acceleration. | Note: The Aisin EAT6 automatic transmission is generally robust but highly sensitive to dirty fluid. Hesitation, jerking, or harsh shifts indicate neglected transmission servicing.
Accelerate firmly uphill in a high gear from low engine speeds (around 1,500 to 2,000 RPM) to check for stuttering, hesitation, or engine flat spots. | Note: As a direct-injection engine, the EB2DT is prone to heavy carbon build-up on the intake valves, which restricts airflow and causes rough running, misfires, and reduced performance.
Minor service including a high-quality synthetic oil change matching exact PSA B71 2312 specifications. Inspect the cabin filter, and run a diagnostic scan for any silent fault codes.
Intermediate service. Replace spark plugs (essential to prevent ignition coil stress) and engine air filter. Have a mechanic measure the timing belt width using the official PSA gauge tool.
Major milestone. Replace the wet timing belt (cambelt), tensioners, and water pump. Crucially, have the oil sump dropped to clean out any belt debris from the oil pickup strainer.
Strictly use only PSA B71 2312 certified 0W-30 engine oil to prevent chemical degradation of the wet timing belt.
Visually inspect the timing belt through the oil filler neck at every oil change for signs of edge wear or cracking.
Change the engine oil and filter every 10,000km or 12 months, ignoring longer factory-recommended intervals to preserve belt life.
Replace spark plugs strictly every 40,000km to avoid high-load misfires that can trigger ECU limp-home mode.
Have the intake valves professionally cleaned (walnut blasted) every 80,000km to combat direct-injection carbon build-up.
Estimated repair costs if issues arise
Preventative or corrective replacement. Includes dropping the sump to clear out rubber debris from the oil pump pickup strainer.
Common failure point on direct-injection PSA engines, causing hard starting, cutting out, and a check engine light.
Required if the turbocharger bearing fails due to oil starvation caused by blocked oil feed lines or belt debris.
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