Peugeot Cambelt change interval different from Fiat

[KNWH]

Now, it’s a bit embarrassing admitting this since I’m an engineer, but here goes…
I knew Peugeot, Citroen and Fiat cabs used for Motorhomes are all assembled on the same production line and I naively assumed there were only cosmetic differences to differentiate between them.
When I took my Peugeot Boxer based Motorhome for its MOT recently at a Peugeot main dealer I inquired about a price for changing the belt and was told it was not needed until 10 years or 96k miles.
I did some digging and discovered that, contrary to what I thought, Peugeot put their own engines in Boxers, hence the difference from Fiat’s recommendations.
Now I may be the only person on this forum who did not realise this, as I have since discovered other threads that mention this, but I’d never come across them before.
I am well aware of the dangers of a belt failing, and I will probably change mine before 10 years anyway. Everyone will have their opinion, but that is not really what this thread is intended for.
It’s just in case you have a Boxer-based unit and didn’t know. I suspect Citroen-based units will be the same.
Edit: mine is a 2018 build. Later or earlier models may be different!

 

[Mikeco]

My 2012 Boxer has the Ford Puma engine which is why I choose it for my conversion, it has a chain not a belt.

 

[Langtoftlad]

My 2017 Citroën Relay has a 2.0 BlueHDi (130ps) which I believe is specific to Citroën and the year.
Also 10 year belt interval, confirmed in writing by Citroën/Peugeot technical department.

 

[Lenny HB]

It’s just in case you have a Boxer-based unit and didn’t know. I suspect Citroen-based units will be the same.
Edit: mine is a 2018 build. Later or earlier models may be different!

The new 2.2 engine that is common across Fiat, Peugeot, Citron came out in 2021.

 

[L' Hobo]

Now, it’s a bit embarrassing admitting this since I’m an engineer, but here goes…
I knew Peugeot, Citroen and Fiat cabs used for Motorhomes are all assembled on the same production line and I naively assumed there were only cosmetic differences to differentiate between them.
When I took my Peugeot Boxer based Motorhome for its MOT recently at a Peugeot main dealer I inquired about a price for changing the belt and was told it was not needed until 10 years or 96k miles.
I did some digging and discovered that, contrary to what I thought, Peugeot put their own engines in Boxers, hence the difference from Fiat’s recommendations.
Now I may be the only person on this forum who did not realise this, as I have since discovered other threads that mention this, but I’d never come across them before.
I am well aware of the dangers of a belt failing, and I will probably change mine before 10 years anyway. Everyone will have their opinion, but that is not really what this thread is intended for.
It’s just in case you have a Boxer-based unit and didn’t know. I suspect Citroen-based units will be the same.
Edit: mine is a 2018 build. Later or earlier models may be different!

I suspect that the 2.3 X250 Fiat engine also have a similar TRUE belt change interval because the last TWO I have changed since I bought the vehicle ( one at 5000mls interval and the second, 6000mls later,) have BOTH been in excellent condition.

I think Fiat's 5000ml interval is both to make money and to cover their backsides!

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[Peterd82]

When I had a Boxer based MH I knew about Peugeot’s advice but decided to ignore it and am glad I did. The independent garage that changed the belt found that the water pump was about to collapse and needed urgent replacement. This was at at only just over 5 years and 10,000 miles. I dread to think how much the repair might have cost and certainly wouldn’t advise anyone to leave it that long before replacement.

 

[PP Bear]

I’d get it done at the 5 year point for sure, all the wizards and specialists in the world can quote 10 years or 96k, but I’d love to know who manufactures the actual belt

 

[BikerGraham]

Yep, found this out when enquired about it when I bought my Bailey. Peugeot based.

Plan on getting it done early this year though at 8 years old. Before we go to France in May.

 

[BaileySteve]

I wasn’t happy with the 10 year 96k interval either so had mine done in December using a Gates water pump and belt kit. My Boxer is 2018 2.0 HDi.

 

[The joker]

Booked in next week didn't fancy waiting 10 years either. Boxer 2018 2.0 HDi

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[oldiesontour]

Notice belt manufacturers give 5 yrs guarantee