It is important that you change the timing belt (also called a cambelt) in time on your Renault Clio. On this page you will find more information about the timing belt replacement intervals on a Renault Clio.
I have collected information about various popular diesel engines and petrol engines from the year 1998 until today.
You will also find information about which engines in Renault Clio that have a timing chain instead of a timing belt.
When should the timing belt be changed on a Renault Clio?
The timing belt replacement intervals are different depending on what model year and engine you have in your Renault Clio.
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.
Renault Clio 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 Renault models.
Renault Clio 1998 – 2001
Here you will find intervals for the Renault Clio between the years 1998 and 2001.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 1998 – 2001 | 58 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 1.4 1998 – 2001 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 1.4 1998 – 2001 | 98 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 2.0 1998 – 2001 | 169 hp | 120 000 kilometres | ? |
Renault Clio 2001 – 2003
Here you will find intervals for the Renault Clio between the years 2001 and 2003.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 2001 – 2003 | 58 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 2001 – 2003 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 1.4 2001 – 2003 | 98 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 1.6 2001 – 2003 | 107 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 8 years |
| Renault Clio Sport 2001 – 2003 | 169 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
Renault Clio 2004 – 2006
Here you will find intervals for the Renault Clio between the years 2004 and 2006.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 2004 – 2006 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 1.4 2004 – 2006 | 98 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 1.6 2004 – 2006 | 107 hp | ? | ? |
Renault Clio 2006 – 2009
Here you will find intervals for the Renault Clio between the years 2006 and 2009.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 E85 2006 – 2009 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 2006 – 2009 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 1.4 2006 – 2009 | 98 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 TCe 2006 – 2009 | 101 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 1.6 2006 – 2009 | 112 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
Renault Clio 2010 – 2015
Here you will find intervals for the Renault Clio between the years 2010 and 2015.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 2010 – 2015 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 TCe 2010 – 2015 | 101 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 TCe 2010 – 2015 | 103 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 1.6 2010 – 2015 | 112 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 5 years |
| Renault Clio 1.5 dCi 2010 – 2015 | 90 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 E85 2010 – 2015 | 75 hp | 120 000 kilometres | 6 years |
Renault Clio 2013 – 2016
Here you will find intervals for the Renault Clio between the years 2013 and 2016.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 2013 – 2016 | 73 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 0.9 TCe 2013 – 2016 | 90 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Renault Clio 1.2 TCe 2013 – 2016 | 120 hp | ? | ? |
| Renault Clio 1.5 dCi 2013 – 2016 | 90 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 6 years |
Renault Clio 2016 – 2020
Here you will find intervals for the Renault Clio between the years 2016 and 2020.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Renault Clio 1.2 2016 – 2020 | 73 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 6 years |
| Renault Clio 0.9 TCe 2016 – 2020 | 75 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Renault Clio 0.9 TCe 2016 – 2020 | 90 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Renault Clio 1.2 TCe 2016 – 2020 | 118 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Renault Clio 1.2 TCe 2016 – 2020 | 120 hp | ? | ? |
| Renault Clio 1.5 dCi 2016 – 2020 | 90 hp | 150 000 kilometres | 6 years |
Renault Clio 2019 –
Here you will find intervals for the Renault Clio from the year 2019 until today.
| Model | Horsepower | Kilometres | Years |
| Renault Clio 1.0 SCe 2019 – | 72 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Renault Clio 1.0 TCe 2019 – | 91 hp | Timing chain | — |
| Renault Clio 1.0 TCe 2019 – | 100 hp | 150 000 kilometres | ? |
| Renault Clio 1.3 TCe EDC 2019 – | 130 hp | Timing chain | — |
Does a Renault Clio have a timing belt?
Yes, most Renault Clio engines have timing belts.
There are some engines that have a timing chain instead of a belt, but that is not very common in Renault Clio engines.
What happens if a timing belt breaks on a Renault Clio?
If the timing belt breaks on your Renault Clio, 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.