Second Hand Mercedes-Benz Citan Dual Mass Flywheel

Yes, the Citan does use a dual mass flywheel (DMF) on its diesel manual-gearbox variants — specifically the diesel engines shared with the Renault Kangoo platform, including the 1.5 dCi units (engine codes such as K9K). Petrol-engined Citans and any automatic-transmission variants do not use a DMF, as automatics use a torque converter instead. If you're unsure which drivetrain you have, check your V5 or run a VIN check to confirm your engine code before searching for this part.

The first-generation Citan ran from 2012 through to around 2021, so a 2013 and a 2016 are within the same generation — however, fitment of the DMF is driven by the engine code rather than the year alone. If both vehicles share the same engine code (for example K9K with the same displacement and power output), the DMF is likely compatible, but confirm this with the breaker against your exact registration before buying, as there can be mid-production ancillary changes that are difficult to verify without checking part numbers directly.

No, trim level does not affect DMF fitment on the Citan — the flywheel is determined entirely by the engine code and gearbox type, not by whether your van is a base worker spec or a Tourer passenger variant. You can safely ignore trim badges when searching for this part. What matters is confirming your engine code, fuel type (diesel), and that you have a manual gearbox fitted.

It can matter, because different power outputs within the K9K family may use DMFs with different torque ratings and dimensions, even though the engine code family is the same. Always supply the breaker with your full engine code including any suffix characters (found on the V5 or a VIN check), not just the K9K prefix, so they can match the correct flywheel. Never assume that a K9K DMF is a universal fit across all power variants.

The Citan is built on the same platform as the Renault Kangoo Mk2 and shares diesel engines including the K9K family, so DMF parts from the Kangoo are commonly referenced as cross-compatible by dismantlers. However, you should confirm this directly with the breaker against both registrations, as there may be differences in clutch pack specifications or ancillary components depending on the exact build date and engine variant. A good breaker will cross-reference part numbers before supplying.

It is strongly recommended to replace the clutch kit (friction plate, pressure plate, and release bearing) at the same time as the DMF, as the clutch will have worn in line with the failed flywheel and the labour involved in accessing both parts is essentially the same job. Most breakers sell DMFs separately, but some may supply a matched used clutch-and-flywheel set, which can be good value — ask your breaker when requesting a quote. This is a mechanical recommendation rather than a fitment rule, so discuss the best approach with your fitting garage.