Fuel injector RENAULT Clio 3 1.5 DCi 106 hp

The 1.5 dCi 106hp category brings together the exchange injectors this engine relies on, gathered here for anyone facing a fuel-delivery symptom: loss of power, exhaust smoke, an audible whistle, or the engine dropping into limp mode. Independent garages sourcing a reference quickly, drivers trying to understand what is failing under the bonnet, hobbyists ready to handle the removal themselves, and buyers across the DACH region researching a part number all find the same clearly identified references here, sorted by their original SIEMENS-VDO designation.

The range is built around the injector references that actually fit the 1.5 dCi 106hp block, rather than a broad catalogue of unrelated parts. Each entry corresponds to an exchange-standard unit: the worn injector is returned as a core deposit, and a remanufactured replacement takes its place, keeping the original calibration intact and the reference easy to track.

Professional uses by trade

Because the same injector reference serves several kinds of buyers, the uses below are grouped by who is actually searching: the professional replacing a part on someone else's car, the driver dealing with a breakdown, the enthusiast working alone, and the buyer in the DACH region comparing references before ordering.

• Le garagiste independant : Keeps a SIEMENS-VDO reference on the shelf so a customer's 1.5 dCi 106hp vehicle can go back into service without a multi-day wait on a single part.
• L'automobiliste depanne : Checks the exchange injector reference against the vehicle's engine code before ordering, once loss of power or a warning light points to the fuel system.
• Le passionne qui fait lui-meme : Compares the SIEMENS-VDO 5WS40536 and 5WS40087 references against the removed unit's markings to confirm which one matches before ordering a replacement.
• Der deutsche Kaeufer (DACH) : Cross-checks the SIEMENS-VDO reference against the engine code of the 1.5 dCi 106hp unit before placing an order from abroad.
• Le garagiste independant : Returns the worn injector as a core deposit at the same time the replacement is fitted, keeping the exchange-standard cycle moving without extra paperwork.
• L'automobiliste depanne : Watches for a rough idle or a hesitation under load as the sign that a single injector, rather than the whole fuel system, may be at fault.

Range comparison

The table below lines up the two SIEMENS-VDO references stocked in this category, so a garage or a driver can confirm the exact format and intended use before ordering.

How to choose

Choosing between references comes down to matching the part precisely, since a 1.5 dCi 106hp engine only accepts the injector it was designed around.

1. Match the SIEMENS-VDO reference printed on the removed injector rather than relying on the engine's general description, since two units can look similar but carry different calibrations.
2. Check that the exchange unit ships with the connector and seals matching the original, so the packaging reflects what actually needs fitting rather than a generic assortment.
3. Confirm the core deposit terms before ordering, since the worn injector has to be returned for the exchange-standard cycle to close on both sides.
4. Favor a supplier that keeps consistent stock of both 5WS40536 and 5WS40087, so a garage is not left choosing a mismatched reference under time pressure.
5. Store the replacement injector in its original packaging until the moment of fitting, protecting the connector and injector tip from dust before installation.
6. Rotate stock so an injector held in reserve does not sit unused for an extended period, keeping the seals and connector in the condition they left in.

Storage & logistics

Exchange injectors keep best stored flat, in their original packaging, away from direct heat and moisture until the moment of fitting; the connector and injector tip are the parts most exposed to damage if handled loose. Garages managing several SIEMENS-VDO references at once benefit from labelling stock by part number rather than by vehicle model, since the 5WS40536 and 5WS40087 references can otherwise be mixed up on a shelf. Rotating older stock ahead of newer deliveries and returning the worn core promptly keeps the exchange-standard cycle moving without a unit sitting idle in a back room.

Since 2026, our team has followed the dci 106 injector exchange process closely, and what holds up over time is simple: match the calibration exactly, and the rest of the fitting stays straightforward.— autoKUR team

Related categories

Browse our other ranges:

• 1.5 DCi 103 hp
• 1.5 DCi 90 hp
• 1.5 DCi 88 hp
• 1.5 DCi 86 hp
• 1.5 DCi 82 hp
• 1.5 DCi 75 hp

Useful references

For regulatory and sector references, see Reglement (UE) 461/2010 — pieces de rechange et garantie constructeur.