Citroen · C-Elysee · 2012-2017
Citroen C-Elysee 1.6 HDi 92 specs and common problems
The Peugeot 301's sibling, a roomy and economical sedan. Technically identical to the 301 1.6 HDi. The injector washer and turbo oil feed line are the best-known issues.
01 / 07
How much oil does the C-Elysee 1.6 HDi 92 take?
The C-Elysee 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.
- 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
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Timing belt and maintenance
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 @ 3,750 rpm
- Torque
- 230 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
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Tyre size and pressure
- Original size
- 185/65 R15
- Alternative sizes
- 195/55 R16
- Bolt pattern (PCD)
- 4x108
- Centre bore
- 65.1 mm
- Wheel
- 6J x 15 ET23
04 / 07
Is the C-Elysee 1.6 HDi 92 suitable for LPG?
- Classic LPG conversions are not done on diesel engines.
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C-Elysee 1.6 HDi 92 common problems and fixes
- #01
Compression leak past the injectors
High RiskAfter 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.
- #02
Turbo oil feed line blockage
Critical RiskAfter 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.
- #03
EGR sooting
Medium RiskAfter 80,000 km
- Symptom:
- Loss of power, P0401.
- Cause:
- Short trips.
- Proper fix:
- EGR cleaning or replacement.
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Common fault codes on the C-Elysee 1.6 HDi 92
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Frequently asked questions
How much engine oil does the C-Elysee 1.6 HDi 92 take?
The C-Elysee 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 C-Elysee 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 C-Elysee 1.6 HDi 92 run?
With the original 185/65 R15 tyres, 33 PSI front and 33 PSI rear are recommended at normal load, and 36 front / 38 rear at full load. The exact values are on the door pillar or fuel flap sticker.
Is the C-Elysee 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 C-Elysee 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. ·