PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors Timing tensioner/guides replacement Cost
2008–2013 · Engine, Fuel & Emissions system
Typical range
$520–$897
Parts + labour
Labour hours
3–10h
At a typical garage
Timing tensioners and guides keep the timing chain under correct tension; worn guides allow chain slack, causing rattles on start-up and, if ignored, catastrophic valve-to-piston contact. They are typically replaced as a kit when the timing chain is serviced. PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors timing tensioner and guide replacement costs $520–$897.
Warning signs you need this repair
- Rattling noise on cold start that settles after a few seconds
- Timing chain warning light or fault code stored
- Rough idle or misfires linked to variable valve timing faults
- Oil pressure warning (stretched chain causes oil pump drive issues on some engines)
- Visible slack in the timing chain on inspection
What affects the price
- Whether chain is replaced at the same time (usually recommended)
- Engine complexity — some engines have multiple chains and tensioner sets
- Oil maintenance history (low oil level accelerates guide wear)
- Labour to access the timing cover
Common questions
How much does timing tensioner/guides replacement cost on a PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors?
Timing tensioner/guides replacement on a PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors (2008–2013) typically costs between $520 and $897 including parts and labour at an independent garage.
What parts are needed for timing tensioner/guides replacement on a PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors?
Consult your mechanic for the specific parts required for your vehicle.
How long does timing tensioner/guides replacement take on a PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors?
Timing tensioner/guides replacement on a PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors typically takes 3–10 hours of labour at a garage.
How often does timing tensioner/guides replacement need to be done?
For a PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors, timing tensioner/guides replacement is typically needed every 80,000–120,000 miles on affected engines, or sooner if rattling on start-up is noticed.
Other engine, fuel & emissions system repairs on the PEUGEOT 308 5 Doors
- ABS hydraulic unit replacement$340–$587
- ABS sensor replacement$140–$242
- ABS system bleeding$112–$193
- AC compressor clutch replacement$280–$483
- AC compressor replacement$300–$518
Timing tensioner/guides replacement cost on similar cars
- OPEL Astra 5 Doors$520–$897
- VOLKSWAGEN Golf 5 Doors$520–$897
- MERCEDES BENZ A-Klasse$520–$897
- RENAULT Megane 5 Doors$520–$897
- FORD Focus 5 Doors$520–$897
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