The 1972 Citroen DS21 has 7 belt drive parts with verified fitment on this page — 1 part type and 2 brands, covering the 2.2L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
The belt drive system on the 1972 Citroen DS21 spins the accessories — serpentine and V-belts, tensioners, idlers and pulleys. Every listed part is a Belt.
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.2L L4 — the only engine offered in the 1972 Citroen DS21.
The most listed brands for 1972 Citroen DS21 belt drive parts are CONTINENTAL (5 parts) and FVP (2 parts). Quality grades include Economy and Standard Replacement.
1 part on this 1972 Citroen DS21 page carries a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — CONTINENTAL 15480MK (Belt). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Belt
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONTINENTAL Popular | 15480MK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mileage MakerBelt Length: 48.00 In | View on Amazon |
| CONTINENTAL | 15430MK | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Mileage Maker | View on Amazon |
| FVP | 15240 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | V-Belt | View on Amazon |
| FVP | 15430 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | V-Belt | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONTINENTAL | 13241 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Air Suspension Compressor | View on Amazon |
| CONTINENTAL | 15436 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Fits Alternator and Power Steeringor Air Conditioning and Fan | View on Amazon |
| CONTINENTAL | 15485 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | V-BeltBelt Length: 48.50 In | View on Amazon |
This table covers the serpentine and accessory belts that drive the front accessories. Typical signs include squeal on cold start, cracks across the ribs, or glazing on the back of the belt. A new belt on a worn tensioner will squeal within weeks — spin the idlers by hand while the belt is off.
7 Belt parts are listed for the 1972 Citroen DS21, from CONTINENTAL and FVP. CONTINENTAL 15480MK carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Economy grade, CONTINENTAL and FVP supply 4 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is CONTINENTAL 15480MK.
The Standard Replacement section lists 3 options from CONTINENTAL — built to original-equipment specification. CONTINENTAL 13241 is listed in this group.
Part numbers include CONTINENTAL 15480MK, CONTINENTAL 15430MK and FVP 15240, among others listed above.
Buying Belt Drive Parts for a 1972 Citroen DS21
On this vehicle, the belt drive system spins the accessories — serpentine and V-belts, tensioners, idlers and pulleys.
- Confirm you have the 2.2L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the tensioner and idler pulleys with any belt at higher mileage — the labor overlaps almost entirely.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Belt .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many belt drive parts fit the 1972 Citroen DS21?
Our catalog currently lists 7 belt drive parts for the 1972 Citroen DS21 across 1 subcategory and 2 brands, covering the 2.2L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of belt drive problems on a 1972 Citroen DS21?
Common symptoms include squealing on cold start, a belt that shows cracking or glazing, or an accessory that slows under load. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the tensioner and idler pulleys with any belt at higher mileage — the labor overlaps almost entirely.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1972 Citroen DS21 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1972 Citroen DS21?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.2L L4 engine. Then a new belt on a worn tensioner will squeal within weeks — check tensioner damping and idler bearings while the belt is off. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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