It is important that you change the timing belt (also called a cambelt) in time on your Citroën C5. On this page you will find more information about the timing belt replacement intervals on a Citroën C5.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from 2001 to 2017.
You will also find information about which engines in Citroën C5 that have a timing chain instead of a timing belt.
When should the timing belt be changed on a Citroën C5?
The timing belt replacement intervals are different depending on what model year and engine you have in your Citroën C5.
Further down on this page you will find information about the intervals for different years and engines.
Also keep in mind that some motors have a timing chain. These usually do not need to be replaced.
If you hear a rattling sound from a motor with a timing chain, it may be a sign that the chain needs to be replaced.
Consult a mechanic if you hear a strange engine noise, especially if it is a rattling sound.
Citroën C5 Timing Belt Replacement Intervals
Below are some examples of different timing belt replacement intervals. Keep in mind that both years and mileage are important to keep track of.
Even if your car has not traveled many miles, a timing belt still needs to be replaced. The material in the timing belts gets worse with age even if you do not use your car very often.
If you do not find your year model or engine, you can often find the information in your instruction manual or by calling a workshop.
Here you will find information on timing belt replacement for other Citroën models.
Citroën C5 2001 – 2004
Here you will find intervals for the Citroën C5 between the years 2001 and 2004.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Citroën C5 1.8 2001 – 2004 | 115 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 2001 – 2004 | 136 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 3.0 V6 2001 – 2004 | 207 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 HDi 2001 – 2004 | 109 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.2 HDi 2001 – 2004 | 133 hp | 160 000 kilometres | 10 years |
Citroën C5 2005 – 2008
Here you will find intervals for the Citroën C5 between the years 2005 and 2008.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Citroën C5 1.8 2005 – 2008 | 115 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 2005 – 2008 | 140 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 3.0 V6 2005 – 2008 | 207 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 1.6 HDiF 2005 – 2008 | 109 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.2 HDi 2005 – 2008 | 133 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 HDiF 2005 – 2008 | 136 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.2 HDi 2005 – 2008 | 170 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
Citroën C5 2008 – 2010
Here you will find intervals for the Citroën C5 between the years 2008 and 2010.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 2008 – 2010 | 140 hp | 140 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 1.6 HDiF 2008 – 2010 | 109 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 HDiF 2008 – 2010 | 136 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 HDiF 2008 – 2010 | 140 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 HDi 2008 – 2010 | 163 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.2 HDi 2008 – 2010 | 170 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.7 HDi 2008 – 2010 | 204 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 3.0 V6 HDi 2008 – 2010 | 241 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
Citroën C5 2011 – 2017
Here you will find intervals for the Citroën C5 between the years 2011 and 2017.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Citroën C5 1.6 THP 2011 – 2017 | 156 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Citroën C5 1.6 e-HDi Airdream 2011 – 2017 | 112 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 1.6 HDi 2011 – 2017 | 112 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 1.6 e-HDi Airdream 2011 – 2017 | 114 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 1.6 HDi 2011 – 2017 | 114 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 BlueHDi 2011 – 2017 | 150 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 HDi 2011 – 2017 | 163 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 2.0 BlueHDi 2011 – 2017 | 181 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Citroën C5 2.2 HDi 2011 – 2017 | 204 hp | 180 000 kilometres | 10 years |
| Citroën C5 3.0 V6 HDi 2011 – 2017 | 241 hp | 240 000 kilometres | 10 years |
Does a Citroën C5 have a timing belt?
Yes, most Citroën C5 engines have timing belts.
There are some engines that have a timing chain instead of a belt, but that is not very common in Citroën C5 engines.
What happens if a timing belt breaks on a Citroën C5?
If the timing belt breaks on your Citroën C5, your car will be stranded. It does not matter if the belt comes off completely, or if some teeth come loose.
You can not drive the car anywhere before you fix it. Neither home or to the nearest workshop.
A broken timing belt means that your car must be towed or taken on a car transport from the site.