306 HDi head gasket replacement

simonaoz · Post by **simonaoz** » 02 Mar 2008, 18:59

Is it possible to change the head gasket without removing engine on a 2001 306 HDi ( no turbo )

Post by **CitroJim** » 03 Mar 2008, 07:53

Hi Simon,

Welcome to the forum

Although I've not had the pleasure, I'd be very surprised if the head won't come off in-situ. Most engines will, the exception being the 2.1TD but I know for a fact the 1.9TD head will come off OK.

It all depends if you can effectively get the manifolds off. Whatever, it'll be a squeeze and like a lot of jobs on a PSA vehicle, it will be just doable for a contortionist with 10" fingers

You may well be better advised to pull the engine right out. It could be quicker and easier in the long-run. I've been there several times and one day I'll take my own advice

What is the problem with the engine?

simonaoz · Post by **simonaoz** » 03 Mar 2008, 18:26

Hi Jim,

Thanks for the reply. It looks as if the head gasket has gone as the water system is over pressurising. Water is being forced out of the radiator cap. My local garage who normaly service the car say that the engine would have to come out and that I'm looking at a £1000 bill at least, maybe more, if for instance the head is cracked.

Simon.

Post by **CitroJim** » 03 Mar 2008, 19:52

Hi Simon,

This post may help. I appreciate it's for a 206 but the basic principles will apply..

http://www.frenchcarforum.co.uk/forum/v ... ead+gasket

simonaoz · Post by **simonaoz** » 03 Mar 2008, 20:31

Thanks. Is it basically the same engine then. I guess there must be even less space in a 206