New Citroën DS3 1.6 THP Turbo – Ref. 53039880383
- 100% secure online payment
- Delivery to your garage or home, anywhere in Europe
- 12-month parts warranty
- Reconditioned and checked turbo
- Part
- Turbo
- Part type
- New turbo
- Make
- Citroën
- Model
- DS3
- Engine
- 1.6 THP 150, 1.6 THP 156, 1.6 THP 155, 1.6 THP 163, 1.6 THP 165
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Equivalent references
- 53039880383, 1647284380, 3648932, 53039880461, 53039980383, 95525955, 9801580780, 9807149780, 9835051680, 9811192880
- Warranty
- 12 months
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Why does the turbo on the Citroën DS3 1.6 THP fail so often?
On the Citroën DS3 fitted with the 1.6 THP engine, the turbocharger is a component under particularly heavy demand. This turbocharged petrol engine, designed to deliver a sporty character, places high thermal and mechanical stress on the turbo shaft and bearings. Insufficient engine oil quality, missed oil changes, or a clogged oil filter all accelerate bearing wear, leading to excessive shaft play and ultimately oil leaks into the intake or exhaust. Driving habits that involve repeated high-rev runs without allowing the engine to cool down before switching off, along with a dirty air filter or blocked intercooler, also contribute to overheating and premature turbo failure on this model.
A new turbo to restore power to your DS3
This new turbo is compatible with reference 53039880383 and is designed for the 1.6 THP petrol engines of the Citroën DS3, carrying engine codes 5FR (EP6DT) and 5FV (EP6CDT), with an engine capacity of 1598 cm3. Before ordering, it is recommended that you check the reference number on your old turbo to confirm exact compatibility with your vehicle, as certain power variants of the 1.6 THP may use different turbos.
Warranty and delivery of the turbo for the DS3
This new turbo is sold as a straightforward sale with no unit to return. You receive a single delivery of the new turbo, ready to be fitted to your DS3. It comes with a 12-month parts warranty, subject to fitting by a qualified professional. Payment can be spread over several instalments, in up to 10 instalments.
Fitting advice for the turbo on your DS3 1.6 THP
Before fitting the new turbo, check the condition of the oil circuit, the cleanliness of the feed and return hoses, as well as the air intake and intercooler, to avoid any contamination or restriction that could immediately damage the new part. When starting up for the first time, prime the turbo with oil before the initial start to ensure correct lubrication from the very first rotations of the shaft.
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Why does the turbo on the Citroën DS3 1.6 THP fail so often?
On the Citroën DS3 fitted with the 1.6 THP engine, the turbocharger is a component under particularly heavy demand. This turbocharged petrol engine, designed to deliver a sporty character, places high thermal and mechanical stress on the turbo shaft and bearings. Insufficient engine oil quality, missed oil changes, or a clogged oil filter all accelerate bearing wear, leading to excessive shaft play and ultimately oil leaks into the intake or exhaust. Driving habits that involve repeated high-rev runs without allowing the engine to cool down before switching off, along with a dirty air filter or blocked intercooler, also contribute to overheating and premature turbo failure on this model.
A new turbo to restore power to your DS3
This new turbo is compatible with reference 53039880383 and is designed for the 1.6 THP petrol engines of the Citroën DS3, carrying engine codes 5FR (EP6DT) and 5FV (EP6CDT), with an engine capacity of 1598 cm3. Before ordering, it is recommended that you check the reference number on your old turbo to confirm exact compatibility with your vehicle, as certain power variants of the 1.6 THP may use different turbos.
Warranty and delivery of the turbo for the DS3
This new turbo is sold as a straightforward sale with no unit to return. You receive a single delivery of the new turbo, ready to be fitted to your DS3. It comes with a 12-month parts warranty, subject to fitting by a qualified professional. Payment can be spread over several instalments, in up to 10 instalments.
Fitting advice for the turbo on your DS3 1.6 THP
Before fitting the new turbo, check the condition of the oil circuit, the cleanliness of the feed and return hoses, as well as the air intake and intercooler, to avoid any contamination or restriction that could immediately damage the new part. When starting up for the first time, prime the turbo with oil before the initial start to ensure correct lubrication from the very first rotations of the shaft.
This same turbo also fits
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