Citroen engine rebuild, repair and replacement in London
Engine trouble on a C3, C4, C5 Aircross, Berlingo or Relay? We rebuild, repair and replace Citroen engines, from the 1.2 PureTech petrol to the HDi and BlueHDi diesels, at our partner workshop in Rainham, East London, and our partner workshop in Peterborough. Send your registration, we confirm the engine code and give you a free quote.
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- Warranty: 6 months unlimited miles, or 12 months/12,000 miles
- Citroen engines rebuilt, repaired and replaced, priority on 2015 and newer
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Citroen engine rebuild
Why rebuild a Citroen engine?
When a Citroen engine fails, the rest of the car or van is usually still worth keeping, whether it is a family C5 Aircross or a Berlingo or Relay that earns its keep every day. An engine rebuild or a replacement engine is normally better value than selling it as a non-runner.
A rebuild keeps your original engine. We strip it, find out why it failed, replace the worn or damaged parts and put it back together. If the block or crankshaft is beyond saving, a reconditioned engine or a used engine may be the better route, and we explain the difference before any work starts.
Our specialist focus is Land Rover, Range Rover and Jaguar. We also rebuild, repair and replace Citroen engines, with priority on 2015 and newer vehicles, and we are happy to look at older ones and every other make.
Models
Citroen models we work on
- C3 and C3 Aircross. Mostly the 1.2 PureTech petrol, plus the 1.5 and 1.6 BlueHDi diesels.
- C4, C4 Picasso and Grand C4 SpaceTourer. The 1.2 PureTech petrols and the 1.5, 1.6 and 2.0 diesels.
- C5 Aircross. From 2019 with the 1.2 PureTech, 1.5 BlueHDi and 2.0 BlueHDi.
- Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay. The Berlingo and Dispatch use 1.5, 1.6 and 2.0 diesels, and the Relay uses 2.0 and 2.2 diesels. We also look at DS models, which share many of these engines.
Not sure which engine you have? Send your registration and we will confirm the engine code for you.
Common engines
Citroen engines and known problems
1.2 PureTech petrol
Citroen fits the three-cylinder 1.2 PureTech to the C3, C3 Aircross, C4, C5 Aircross and Berlingo. Its cam belt runs inside the engine, in the oil. With age the belt material can soften and break up, and debris can collect in the oil pick-up and sump. The result can be a low oil pressure warning and, if the car keeps running, serious engine damage. Heavy oil use is another reported fault, so check the dipstick regularly. Caught early, the belt is a timing chain or wet belt replacement.
1.6 HDi and BlueHDi diesel
Found in the C3, C4, Berlingo and Dispatch. Look out for a ticking or puffing noise and black carbon around an injector, which usually means a failed injector seal. Turbo failures on this engine are often linked to the oil supply, so when a turbo goes the oil feed needs checking too, or the new one can fail as well. The timing belt also needs changing on time.
1.5 BlueHDi diesel
Fitted from about 2017 to the C3, C4, C5 Aircross, Berlingo and Dispatch. AdBlue system faults are widely reported on BlueHDi diesels: a heater, pump or sensor fault brings up a countdown warning, and the car may not restart when it reaches zero.
2.0 BlueHDi and the Relay diesels
The 2.0 BlueHDi is fitted to the C5 Aircross, Dispatch and larger MPVs, and the Relay uses 2.0 and 2.2 diesels. Hard-working vans are worth checking for DPF, EGR and injector faults and for turbo wear. Regular oil changes matter on vans that idle a lot or do short runs.
Symptoms
Signs your Citroen engine needs help
Most engine failures give a warning first. These are the signs Citroen owners tell us about most often.
- Knocking or rumbling from the bottom of the engine often a bearing problem. Stop driving and call us, because running it can turn a rebuild into a replacement.
- Oil pressure light or the oil level dropping fast on a 1.2 PureTech can mean belt debris in the oil or heavy oil use. Do not keep driving with the light on.
- Ticking or puffing from the top of the engine on an HDi diesel often means a leaking injector seal.
- Overheating or losing coolant with no obvious leak can point to a water pump, pipe or head gasket fault.
- AdBlue countdown warning on a BlueHDi should be looked at before it reaches zero, because the engine may not restart.
- Heavy smoke, loss of power or limp mode can come from the turbo, injectors, DPF, EGR or internal wear. A fault code read and an inspection tell us which.
If you are not sure, send the symptoms and any warning lights with your registration and we will tell you what we think is going on.
Rebuild, repair or replace
Choosing the right fix for your Citroen
There are three routes, and an inspection tells us which one makes sense.
- Engine repair. For faults that do not need the engine stripped, such as a leak, turbo, injector or cooling problem.
- Engine Rebuild. Your engine is stripped, inspected and rebuilt with worn or damaged parts replaced. A good choice when the block and crank can be saved.
- Engine replacement. A reconditioned engine or used engine is supplied and fitted when the original is beyond economic repair.
We do not quote figures until we know the vehicle and what has failed, so you get a clear quote for the job you actually need.
London and Peterborough
Citroen engine work near you
- Quote. Send your registration and the symptoms by the form, phone or WhatsApp. We confirm the engine code and give you a free quote.
- Inspect. The vehicle is inspected so we can confirm the cause before any work starts.
- Fix. The work is done at our partner workshop in Rainham, East London, or in Peterborough.
- Hand back. The engine is checked, your warranty starts and you collect the vehicle.
You are welcome to visit the Rainham workshop by arrangement. Collection and delivery can be discussed when you ask for a quote. If the engine is knocking or overheating, please do not drive it to us.
Warranty
Choose your warranty
Every engine job comes with a warranty, and you choose the cover.
6 months, unlimited miles
Suits drivers who cover a lot of miles in a short time.
12 months or 12,000 miles
Longer cover for everyday and lower-mileage driving.
We confirm the warranty option in writing with your quote.
Areas we serve
London, Peterborough and about 100 miles around
We cover London, Peterborough and about 100 miles around. Choose your area for local roads, distances and how collection works.
FAQ
Citroen engine rebuild questions
Do you rebuild Citroen engines in London?
Yes. Citroen engines are rebuilt, repaired and replaced at our partner workshop in Rainham, East London, and at our partner workshop in Peterborough. We cover London, Peterborough and about 100 miles around.
Is the 1.2 PureTech belt problem fixable?
Usually, if it is found before the engine is starved of oil. The belt is replaced and the oil pick-up and sump are checked and cleaned. If there is internal damage, a rebuild or replacement engine may be the better route.
Do you work on Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay vans?
Yes. We work on Citroen van engines, including the HDi and BlueHDi diesels in the Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay.
Is it worth rebuilding a C5 Aircross or Berlingo engine?
Usually, if the rest of the vehicle is sound. A rebuild or replacement engine is often better value than selling it as a non-runner. We inspect first and explain the options.
Is Citroen your main speciality?
Our specialist focus is Land Rover, Range Rover and Jaguar. We also rebuild, repair and replace Citroen engines, with priority on 2015 and newer vehicles, and we look at every make.
What warranty do I get?
You choose 6 months with unlimited miles, or 12 months or 12,000 miles.
Can I visit the workshop?
Yes. Customers can visit our Rainham partner workshop by arrangement.
Free Citroen engine quote
Send your registration and the symptoms. We confirm the engine code and come back with a free quote.