Surprisingly, yes—but with caveats.
2004 Renault Laguna II 1.9 dCi (F9Q-804) Mileage: 142,000 miles Fault: Intermittent loss of power, engine light, code MOT 1654.
Renault engines are known for "free-wheeling" pulleys (sprockets without keyways). This means the Mot. 1654 is not just an aid, but a requirement for maintaining timing. 1. Locating the TDC Point