Second Hand Hyundai i40 Timing Chain
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Choosing the right used Hyundai i40 timing chain
Used timing chains vary between vehicles - and whether you call it used, second hand or a replacement, matching the right one matters. These are the details breakers need to match the right part to your car - our request form asks them so you only hear from suppliers with the correct part:
- State whether it's petrol or diesel
- State the engine code if known
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Fitment questions
Does the Hyundai i40 actually have a timing chain, or does it use a timing belt?
It depends on the engine: the 1.7-litre CRDi diesel engine (code D4FD) used in the i40 uses a timing chain, not a belt, so if you have the diesel you are looking for the right part. The 1.6-litre GDi petrol engine also uses a timing chain. If you are unsure which engine you have, check your V5C or run a VIN check to confirm the engine code before ordering.
Will a timing chain from a 2012 i40 fit a 2015 i40?
The Hyundai i40 was sold in the UK from 2011 onwards, with a facelift arriving in 2015, so your two vehicles sit either side of that production boundary. The engine codes (D4FD for diesel, and the petrol equivalents) were carried across, which suggests the internal chain components may be consistent, but whether ancillary parts of the chain assembly changed at the facelift is something you should confirm with the breaker against your exact registration. Always match on engine code first.
Does it matter whether my i40 is an SE, Premium, or Style trim when buying a used timing chain?
No — trim level has no bearing on which timing chain you need, as the chain is determined entirely by the engine fitted, not the trim badge. SE, Premium, and Style variants with the same engine code will use the same timing chain. Focus your search on confirming your engine code (found on the V5C or via a VIN check) and supply that to the breaker.
Does the i40 saloon use the same timing chain as the i40 Tourer estate?
Yes — the i40 was offered in the UK in both saloon and estate (Tourer) body styles, but the timing chain is an internal engine component and body style makes no difference to fitment. As long as the engine code matches between the donor vehicle and yours, the chain should correspond. Confirm this with the breaker against your registration to be certain.
I have the 1.7 CRDi diesel — is there anything specific I need to tell the breaker to get the right timing chain?
Yes — give the breaker your engine code (D4FD for the 1.7 CRDi), your registration number, and ideally the mileage band of the donor vehicle if condition matters to you. The timing chain kit on the 1.7 CRDi can include tensioners, guides, and sprockets, so clarify with the breaker exactly which components are included in what they are supplying. Breakers will match against your reg to verify compatibility before despatch.
Can I use a timing chain from a Hyundai i30 or Kia on my i40 diesel?
The 1.7 CRDi D4FD engine was used across several Hyundai-Kia group vehicles, so there is a reasonable chance of cross-model compatibility at the engine-code level, but internal specification can vary by application and production date. Do not assume compatibility based on the engine name alone — provide the breaker with your exact engine code and registration so they can verify whether a chain from a donor vehicle of a different model genuinely matches yours. A reputable breaker will check this before selling.