DS3 DSport Plus timing chain tensioner

[JohnnyMozza]

Hi. I recently changed my timing chain tensioner on my 2012 Ds3 DSport plus. It fixed a loud rattle from the engine which seems to be a common issue. I had a nightmare trying to find any details to help me do the work myself so I thought I would share this link :- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TRYo_8eKQhQ
This is for a Peugeot but the engine and location of the tensioner is virtually identical. It helped me so,I hope it will help others. If anyone knows a better location to post then please be my guest.

[Chris_Blue]

Nice one. Yes, the tensioner is a well known cause of the "death rattle"

Another thing I used to do is let the engine idle for 2 minutes before pulling away, so all lubricants inc the engine oil has a time to circulate

And then dont go over about 2k revs until the engine has reached standard operating temperature