Citroen · Berlingo 2 · 2008-2018

Citroen Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 specs and common problems

The Partner's sibling, a roomy light commercial. Technically identical to the Partner 1.6 HDi; regular oil changes are critical for turbo life.

Engine code
DV6 (1.6 HDi)
Engine oil · 5W-30
3.75 L
Timing
Belt
Original size
205/65 R15
LPG
No

01 / 07

How much oil does the Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 take?

The Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 takes about 3.75 litres of 5W-30 engine oil including the filter. Approval to look for on the bottle: PSA B71 2290.

Engine oil
5W-30
With filter
3.75 L
Approval
PSA B71 2290
Alternative
0W-30
Manual 5-speed
75W-80 · ≈ 1.9 L
Coolant
OAT 50/50 · ≈ 6 L
Brake fluid
DOT 4

02 / 07

Timing belt and maintenance

TimingBelt

In practice 120,000 km / 6 years

Belt, tensioner and water pump are replaced together.

The water pump is driven by the timing belt, so it should be replaced at the same time.

Oil change
10,000-15,000 km or once a year
Glow plug
4 pcs · When they fail
Valves / tappets
Hydraulic tappets.
Fuel filter
30,000 km
Power
92 hp @ 4,000 rpm
Torque
215 Nm @ 1,750 rpm
Displacement
1,560 cc
Fuel
Diesel · Turbo, intercooler
Valvetrain
SOHC 8V
Injection
Common-rail direct injection
Transmission
5-speed manual
Emissions
Euro 5

03 / 07

Tyre size and pressure

Front / Rear
36/41 PSI
Full load
38/44 PSI
Original size
205/65 R15
Alternative sizes
195/65 R15
Bolt pattern (PCD)
4x108
Centre bore
65.1 mm
Wheel
6J x 15
Calculate speedometer error for a size change →

04 / 07

Is the Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 suitable for LPG?

Not suitable, diesel engine
  • Classic LPG conversions are not done on diesel engines.

05 / 07

Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 common problems and fixes

  1. #01

    Compression leak past the injectors

    High Risk

    After 100,000 km

    Symptom:
    Black soot on top of the engine, exhaust smell, hissing sound, hard starting.
    Cause:
    The injector copper washer wearing out or the hold-down bolt loosening.
    Proper fix:
    The injector is removed, its seat cleaned, and a new washer and bolt fitted. If left, the seat gets damaged.
    P0087
  2. #02

    Turbo oil feed line blockage

    Critical Risk

    After 120,000 km

    Symptom:
    Whistling from the turbo, blue smoke, sudden loss of power.
    Cause:
    The strainer in the oil feed pipe clogging with carbon on long oil change intervals.
    Proper fix:
    When replacing the turbo, the oil feed pipe is replaced too and the sump and pump strainer cleaned.
    P0299
  3. #03

    EGR sooting

    Medium Risk

    After 80,000 km

    Symptom:
    Loss of power, P0401.
    Cause:
    Short trips.
    Proper fix:
    EGR cleaning or replacement.
    P0401

06 / 07

Common fault codes on the Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92

07 / 07

Frequently asked questions

How much engine oil does the Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 take?

The Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 (DV6 (1.6 HDi)) takes about 3.75 litres of engine oil including the filter. Recommended viscosity is 5W-30; look for the PSA B71 2290 approval. Check the level on the dipstick after filling.

When should the timing belt on the Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 be replaced?

This engine uses a timing belt. In practice 120,000 km / 6 years. Belt, tensioner and water pump are replaced together.

What tyre pressure should the Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 run?

With the original 205/65 R15 tyres, 36 PSI front and 41 PSI rear are recommended at normal load, and 38 front / 44 rear at full load. The exact values are on the door pillar or fuel flap sticker.

Is the Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92 suitable for LPG?

Not suitable, diesel engine. Classic LPG conversions are not done on diesel engines.

What are the common problems of the Berlingo 2 1.6 HDi 92?

The best-known problems are: Compression leak past the injectors, Turbo oil feed line blockage, EGR sooting. The symptoms and fix for each are explained on this page.

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Values are approximate and may vary by engine and VIN. Check against your service manual before doing any work. ·