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1.2 PureTech Wet Belt Replacement in Hereford

Wet belt replacement for 1.2 PureTech petrol engines in Peugeot, Citroën, DS and Vauxhall models across Herefordshire and Gloucestershire.

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Quick answerThe 1.2 PureTech is a three-cylinder petrol engine used by Peugeot, Citroën, DS and Vauxhall. Many versions have a timing belt that runs inside the engine in the oil, which can wear and shed material into the oil. 1.2 PureTech wet belt replacement in Hereford starts from £400 — send your registration for an exact quote.

About the 1.2 PureTech

The 1.2 PureTech is a small three-cylinder petrol engine, mostly turbocharged, fitted across the Peugeot, Citroën, DS and Vauxhall ranges. Many versions use a wet belt that runs inside the engine in the oil.

Cars fitted with the 1.2 PureTech

Peugeot 208, 2008, 308, 3008, 5008 and Rifter
Citroën C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C5 Aircross and Berlingo
DS 3 and DS 4
Vauxhall Corsa, Mokka, Crossland, Grandland and Astra

Some newer versions use a timing chain instead, so always check by registration.

Why the belt matters

As the belt wears, pieces of it can end up in the oil and block the oil pick-up, lowering oil pressure. On some engines the debris can also affect the brake vacuum pump, which can make the brake pedal feel hard.

Warning signs

Oil pressure warning light
Engine management light or reduced power
A hard brake pedal
Belt material on the dipstick or in the oil

What the job usually includes

New timing belt and tensioner
Checking the sump and oil pick-up for belt debris, and cleaning where needed
Fresh oil of the correct specification and a new oil filter
Checking oil pressure and the brake vacuum afterwards

Exactly what is needed depends on the engine and its condition, and your quote will set it out. Stellantis has offered extended belt cover on some PureTech engines, so if your car is fairly new it is worth checking with a dealer first.

Price

1.2 PureTech wet belt replacementFrom £400Guide prices. The exact price depends on your engine and what it needs, and is confirmed in your quote before any work is booked.

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How it works

From enquiry to booked job in four steps

Send your reg
Fill in the short form with your registration and the job you need.
We check your engine
Your registration tells us the engine, so the right belt, kit or clutch is quoted.
You get a quote
Our local partner contacts you with a price and answers any questions.
Book a date
If you go ahead, a date is agreed and the job is done in one planned visit.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which cars have the 1.2 PureTech engine?

The 1.2 PureTech petrol is used in many Peugeot, Citroën, DS and Vauxhall models, such as the Peugeot 208, 2008, 308, 3008 and 5008, Citroën C3, C3 Aircross, C4 and C5 Aircross, and Vauxhall Corsa, Mokka, Crossland, Grandland and Astra. Send your registration to confirm the engine.

How much does a 1.2 PureTech wet belt cost in Hereford?

1.2 PureTech wet belt replacement starts from £400. The exact price depends on your car and what it needs, and is confirmed in your quote.

Why can a PureTech brake pedal go hard?

On some PureTech engines, belt debris in the oil can affect the vacuum pump that assists the brakes, so the brake pedal can feel hard. If that happens, get the car checked straight away.

Do all PureTech engines have a wet belt?

No. Some newer versions use a timing chain instead, which is another reason to check by registration before booking.

Is there manufacturer cover for PureTech belts?

Stellantis, the group behind Peugeot, Citroën, DS and Vauxhall, has offered extended cover on the belt for some PureTech engines. If your car is relatively young, it is worth checking with a dealer whether it qualifies before paying for the work.

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Tell us the car and the job

Your registration is enough to start. Our local partner in Hereford checks what your engine needs and comes back to you with a quote before any work is booked.

Cambelts, wet belts, timing chains and clutches — planned jobs, done properly
Quote first, then a date that suits you
Herefordshire and Gloucestershire, mainly around Hereford

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