Peugeot 106 Radiator Replacement Parts

The Peugeot 106 ran in two generations: the Series 1 from 1991 to 1996, and the Series 2 from 1996 to 2004 when production ended. The Series 2 brought a significant exterior and interior refresh, so parts from the two generations are not always interchangeable. Knowing which series your car belongs to is a useful starting point before sourcing a radiator.

These cars sit either side of the Series 1 to Series 2 boundary in 1996, so a straight swap is not guaranteed even if the engines look similar on paper. The safest approach is to supply your engine code — found on your V5 or via a VIN check — to the breaker, who can confirm whether the radiator dimensions and fittings match across that generation change. Never assume a pre-1996 radiator will drop straight into a post-1996 car without that check.

Trim level does not drive radiator fitment; engine code and fuel type are what matter. A radiator from an XN petrol will not suit an XSi if they carry different engines, not because of the badge but because the engine displacement affects coolant flow requirements. Focus on matching the engine code rather than the trim name, and note that any cosmetic brackets or shrouding may differ slightly between specifications — confirm those mounting details with the breaker against your registration.

Yes, petrol and diesel engines have different cooling demands, and the radiators are not interchangeable between fuel types. Always tell the breaker whether your car is petrol or diesel, alongside the engine code, to avoid being quoted the wrong part.

Gearbox type can affect radiator specification because some automatic transmissions use a transmission oil cooler integrated into or plumbed through the radiator, whereas manual gearbox cars do not require this. Tell the breaker your gearbox type alongside your engine code so they can check whether the unit they have matches your cooling circuit. Fitting a radiator without the correct cooler provision for your gearbox type could cause problems.

Within the Series 2 (1996–2004), radiator fitment is primarily driven by engine code rather than the specific model year, so two Series 2 cars sharing the same engine code are a much stronger fitment match than two cars from the same year with different engines. That said, ancillary fittings and mounting points can change during a production run, so confirm the donor car's registration and engine code with the breaker rather than assuming any Series 2 unit will suit your car.