PEUGEOT: Questions and answers

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

Hi there, I have a 2005 Peugeot 407 SW. I have problems with my indicators, they are sometimes working and sometimes not, it`s only at the back though. Also my brakelights aren`t working and my third brakelight, the Led at the top af the glass bootlid is always on. My Peugeot dealer said it`s my boot fuse box that needs replacing and my brake light switch. It cost me about £72 just for them to look for the problem. I just want to know is the boot fusebox on the 407 Sedan the same as on the 407 SW? I might get it from a guy that is stripping his car for parts. I`d also like to know where is the brake light switch located and what does it look like? (2.2 litre sport petrol)

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I’m pretty sure the parts are the same if you check ebay and find a business seller that has one they usually tell you which cars it will fit you can also phone car parts supplyers like Unipart give them your registration and they’ll tell you the part you need and probably a code - Lynnette Newman from England

Peugeot Boxer 1998

Our Peugeot Boxer`s key code light is on and the engine will not start. We do not want to replace the diesel pump on so old a van but we need to move it though. Is there any way of bypassing the immobiliser? (350 LWB)

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The immobiliser has gone into default mode. Find a garage who can rectify it with an electronic fault finder which can also rectify the problem. Just had my Boxer key problem sorted this way - Rob from Suffolk

Peugeot 206 2003

My Peugeot 206`s speedometer ceases working intermittently and at the same time the airbag indicator lights up. There`s no sensor or dashboard instrument failure confirmed. Can anyone suggest what I can do to sort this problem please? (look)

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Check the socket behind the speedometer - Amin from Iran

Peugeot 207 CC 2007

I have an annoying message on my Peugeot 207 CC`s display " sidelamp bulb(s) faulty" which keeps beeping and showing up. It`s strange as ALL of the sidelamps work perfectly! It happens on starting up and at regular intervals, sometimes when hitting a bumpy road surface and even when the lights are not on. I imagine a sensor is faulty. Does anyone have any ideas please? (thp)

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Hi Roy, I had the same message from my 207 cc and it was in fact the right rear bulb that was broken. But if I tapped it gently it worked again for a while. This could explain your situation. I suggest you look at those 5 W/12 Volt bulbs. Maybe also the front ones because the message is somewhat misleading. Best regards - Anders from Sweden

Peugeot 407 2005

All of a sudden my Peugeot 407 is showing 7 warning faults - ABS, ESP, Brakes, Stop, Gearbox, Speed Monitor, De-Pollution. The specialist has put it on a scanner but he can`t see anything, he can`t trace the communication either. Does anyone have any insight into this problem please?

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Does your car run on a wee bit after you have switched off the ignition? If so there may be a problem with the main fuel pump - Alan Worthington from Ayrshire

Peugeot 207 2006

Why do I constantly get warnings and bleeps that my Peugeot 207`s sidelights, brake lights, direction indicators, fog lamps and reversing lamps are faulty when none of them are? I gather this is a common Peugeot 207 fault, but I cannot find any remedy online. Does anyone have any suggestions please?

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This can be connected to the wiring of the rear light clusters. They replaced both on mine which cured the problem - Simon Hollingworth from Buckinghamshire

Peugeot 206 2005

Hi, my car is a Peugeot 206 1.6 hdi 05. The temperature gauge stays at 80 but I’m having to put water in the coolant every other day. What could this be? The engine starts okay. I took the oil cap off and all`s okay with no residue of gunk build up, just nice clean oil. I hope someone can help. Any suggestions please? Cheers. (1.6 hdi)

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There may be a leakage in the water pump and it needs to be changed - Riad Soobhany from Mauritius

The normal temperature for 206 is below 90 °C. Don’t worry - Amin from Iran

Peugeot 407 SW 2007

The heater in my Peugeot 407 SW is stuck and only blows out hot air on the driver`s side but the passenger side is fine. Is this a common problem and will it cost much to fix?

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Yes, very common and a pain to sort out, it might free itself up on its own but don’t hold your breath, you are stuck on the hot side. You can also be stuck on the cold side, the problem is the heater paddles, they break and stick in the position of the break - ie hot or cold, your problem is the summer is coming and you will roast. The fix is simple but expensive as the whole dashboard has to be removed to gain access to the heater. This in turn has to be stripped in order to gain access to the paddles, they need to be changed for the newer type. The paddles are a reasonable price but labour is the killer. Main dealers will charge you around a grand or somewhere near there. I know a company that charges around £450, they will put in a refurb heaterbox taking yours in exchange - Reg Morrell from Lincolnshire

Hi, I had the same problem. RTN Motors sorted the problem in Doncaster for £250. The number is 01302 351167, had it done in November and its been fine ever since - Joe Bedford from Yorkshire

Peugeot 308 2007

When I drive my Peugeot 308 and press the accelerator pedal to the floor, the depollution system warning comes on and the car goes into limp mode. I have had it into a garage and they have replaced all the coils. They explained that one of my cylinders was mis-firing and that was the cause. After all this, the car is still doing the same thing. I have checked the battery and spark plugs and spoken to auto electricians etc but no-one can help me. There is no problem with the car if you drive normally, but as soon as the accelerator goes to the floor the car "bombs" out. Can anyone please help me as I am at my wits end with this car? (1.6 XT)

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I have took my 308sw (2008) into garage today as the same thing has happened have been told by 2 different garages the turbo has gone that’s why the loss of power - unfortunately very expensive - Lee from England

Peugeot 207 2007

Hi, I have a problem in that my Peugeot 207 won’t start without my touching the throttle? I’ve just had the headgasket replaced which made no difference. Has anyone else had this issue and know how to fix it?Thanks in advance.

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If there are no lights on the dash it is not a sensor fault and will probably require a capable mechanic to check clean the fuel and air lines and system in the inlet manifold but if it is a diesel I would check the pump and injectors first - Gary Edmonds from England

Peugeot 307 2002

I`ve just changed the windscreen washer pump on my Peugeot 307, but now it’s only working on the front windscreen and when I try to wash the back screen the water comes out of the front washers. Please can anybody help?

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I’d double check your hoses on your washer pump one feeds the front the other feeds the rear, it’s a good place to start - Kev from England

Peugeot 207 2008

I have an engine oil running low light coming up on the display of my Peugeot 207 and the oil light is on, but the oil is fine. I have had a new oil filter fitted and engine flush and it`s still coming up on the display. The car is a Peugeot 207 Hdi Sport 1.6. Can anyone suggest what is wrong?

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Have sensor checked - Gary Edmonds from England

Peugeot 207 2008

My Peugeot 207 only has 25,000 miles on it and has suddenly started to sound like a really noisy tractor. I drove straight home and asked my neighbour / mechanic to have a listen to the engine. They think it could be the camshaft or something like that. Is this really serious? (sport)

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I have recently had something similar to this problem. I took it to a main dealership and they said that it was the timing belt and chain, this was quite costly but had to be done - Lanek from Warwickshire

Peugeot Boxer 2010

I started my Peugeot Boxer motorhome for the first time in four weeks and the engine management system warning light stays on. I have not driven it for three months but started it up every month and ran it for 30 minutes to circulate fluids etc. Any ideas? (motorhome)

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Hi, this happened to me as well. I hadn’t started our Motorhome in a while and the Engine Management Light stayed on. Re-started engine and light still stayed on. Tried a third time and all ok. Since then I have taken it on a run (we had to get it MOT’d) and no problems - Rob Hedges from England

Peugeot 308 2008

I’ve changed the factory-fitted stereo in my Peugeot 308 to a Pioneer model, but now I realise I can’t change the time on the car’s clock as the controls for that were on the factory stereo. Is there any other way of changing the clock, or am I stuck now? I did find a YouTube video which showed the clock being set with the steering column control stalk, but it is completely non-functional with this new stereo. Any suggestions please?

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http://www.pioneer.eu/files/eur/car_acc_db/hw_remote/CTSPSA001%20User%20Guide.pdf Here you go, you have your answer, good luck - Steve Pisani from Malta

Peugeot Boxer 2004

We are looking for engine output/bhp figures for this Peugeot Boxer. Nothing is listed on our reg’document. We are getting ’confused’ when seeking parts as there seems to be a wide range/variants. The engine number is 22203826229. Can anyone help? Thanks. (330 LX mwb 2800 hdi)

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Any Peugeot dealer should tell you what info you need, this is how they can supply spare parts. i.e. engine number/ registration number/ vin number - Doggo from Norfolk

Peugeot 206 2006

My Peugeot 206`s temperature gauge went into the red and started beeping and a STOP sign came on when my car heaters were on full blast. There was plenty of water in the engine bottle and no steam when I opened the bonnet. What could have caused this? (Verve)

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I had same problem, you must replace water thermostat - Amin from Iran

Peugeot 308 SW 2009

When starting from cold in the early morning my Peugeot 308 SW`s engine is firing on only 2 or 3 cylinders, until all 4 kick in resulting in clouds of white smoke till it clears and runs for the rest of the day, only to repeat it all again the following morning. I purchased it with a 2 year RAC warranty and owned it for 1 year. Up to now I have had glow plugs/agr valve replaced and the dealer says they are fixed each time I take it back, which they have not. This car has been back to the dealer 6/7 times now ( Motor Depot Hull ) and I`m getting no joy with them. Can anyone please help? (1.6 Hdi)

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Sounds like headgasket problem... water seeping into cylindes overnight - Stan from Australia

Thanks Stan (Australia), not using any water at all, still a problem but a lot better now weather’s warmed up. Beginning to suspect glow plugs, have not been changed, contrary to what I was told - Stan from Australia

Peugeot 407 SW 2006

How do I reset the service reminder (spanner symbol) on my Peugeot 407 SW and, once it is reset and the symbol disappears, will it show again when the next service is due?

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I’ve done it just today morning, exactly two hours ago and worked fine for me: 1. Switch the Ignition Off; 2. Press and hold the trip-meter (mileage reset) button on the dash; 3. Now switch the ignition to the ON position while keeping the trip-meter button pressed; 4. Keep the button pressed for 10 seconds; 5. The display will read ’0’ and the service symbol will extinguish. Good luck - Joao Sborchia from Dorset

Peugeot 207 CC 2007

My Peugeot 207 CC does not want to start when it’s cold. It takes 3-4 times to start, then I have to rev it and it spits and chugs. If I start it from warm then it’s fine and it drives fine once it has warmed up. I`ve taken it to two garages now and they can`t find anything wrong but obviously there is. Any ideas would be gratefully received. Any suggestions?

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1. Change your air filters... fuel filter, oil filter. 2. Check for holes in the hosing. 3. Check spark plugs. 4. Check exhaust is not loose at the manifold. Do you have any smoke from the rear? Sad cases... piston wear... bent valves. Put it in for a service - a j from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2005

When I start my Peugeot 206 CC red letters show up that say "stop" and then the letters disappear. My mechanic said that this is normal for my car, however in my 8 years of owning this car this has never happened before. The mechanic insists that it had to have been doing that all this time and that all Peugeots do this from right out of the showroom. Can anyone please explain? Maybe I am misunderstanding?

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Read your handbook: The ’STOP’ light comes on when you turn the ignition on, and then goes off when the engine is started. It will also come on if there’s a fault which means you should stop the car and not restart it until the fault is located, ie when there is low oil pressure, the ’STOP’ and oil pressure warning lights will illuminate simultaneously. Once the engine is started, the ’STOP’ light should extinguish immediately unless there’s another warning light showing: Perhaps the oil pressure light takes a couple of seconds to go out, or the alternator output is low so the charging light isn’t fully out for a short time - John Greenslade from Powys

Peugeot 308 2009

Recently for some unknown reason the stereo in my Peugeot 308 now displays "SILENCE" when you try to listen to the radio. If I try to put a CD in the CD player it whirrs around and then just displays PAUSED. I have looked in the manuals and online and have found nothing. Can anyone explain why it is doing this please?

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Either you’ve pressed the ’mute’ button, or there’s a fault in the unit that means it thinks that either the mute button is in operation, or the telephone interface is telling it you are on a call. Most likely cause is a faulty stereo - John Greenslade from Powys

Peugeot 3008 2011

Hi. Could anyone tell me what the following message means "Failure Of Connection"? This message comes up now and again on my Peugeot 3008 but not all of the time. However, it does not seem to affect the car. Thank you in advance.

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The bluetooth system built into the car is looking for a previously connected mobile phone. I suggest you consult the car’s handbook & deregister any unwanted mobiles from the car stereo - John Greenslade from Powys

Peugeot 207 2007

The exhaust bracket on my Peugeot 207 appears to have broken after severe potholes in a long road! The back box and exhaust are visible now. I have driven it once to return home after I discovered the problem but no smoke or revving is occuring. I`m just wondering how much it will cost to get it fixed, supply and fitted, before I get taken advantage of in a garage?

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Just had the same problem causing my car to fail it’s MOT. Garage said bracket is an integral part of exhaust so Peugeot garage would have replaced entire exhaust system at £300+. They fabricated a bracket themselves at a cost of £92+VAT supply and fit - Zoe from Hertfordshire

Peugeot 207 2007

My Peugeot 207 recently went for it`s MOT. When it was returned, the mileage display on the dash had been changed from miles to kilometres. I ’ve fiddled with the stereo settings, twiddled with the button just below the display and consulted the manual but still can’t work out how to change it back. Can anyone help please? (Sport)

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You can change it by pushing the two buttons on your stalk handle next to your steering wheel. There you can change the car parameters and then you can change it to the setting you would like them to be - Gunther de Bruyn from Bedfordshire

Peugeot 407 SW 2009

I am looking for the rubber pipe and the 2 nipples on my Peugeot 407 SW, that attach to the rubber pipe that is attached to the water spray under the bonnet on the driver`s side. Any suggestions please?

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Have you tried main dealer? They should keep it in stock. If you are too far away you can buy it on the phone. Most dealers will post - Reg Morrell from Lincolnshire

Peugeot 407 2007

What causes the gear handle in my 07 Peugeot 407 hdi to seize up during the cold weather? When running the car for about twenty minutes it then frees out. Any suggestions?

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Possibly a lack of gearbox oil, as you drive the oil heats up slightly making it more fluid. I suggest topping up the gearbox oil - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 207 2009

Hiya, my temp gauge and oil gauge doesn’t seem to be working. Warm air is coming through the vents but not as warm as it should be. Any ideas what it could possibly be? Thanks.

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Could be heater matrix - Ryan T from England

You should check if the water in your cooling system is filled to the correct level. Often when your fans blow cool air instead of hot (when they are set to hot) the reason is that there isn’t enough water in the system. When this is the case you should check for leaks as well, since it is a closed system... Gunther de Bruyn from Belgium

Peugeot 206 2003

Hi guys, just wondering if anyone can help me with the following issue. The left rear (brake) light is working fine when I switch on all the lights but it doesn’t work when I use the brake. I have checked the fuse for the rear left light and it looks fine but for some reason the light doesn’t work properl with the brake. Would appreciate any help.

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I have the same problem in reverse... My brake light works fine but my normal rear light is not working. Both functions run off the same bulb to which one of the filiments has broken. Simply change the bulb - Kade from Essex

Peugeot 106 1991

Peugeot 106: whizzing noise once the key in ignition, engine oil lights on, battery lights on, coolant lights on. On removing the key the noise continues and the only way to stop the noise is to disconnect the battery.

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If you have an electric power steering pump it is probably that which is creating the whizzing noise, my son’s car sometimes does the same. Another way to stop it is to pull out the relay - Dad Hay from Norfolk

Peugeot 106 2002

My Peugeot 106`s horn has stopped working so I need to get to the horn to see if there’s a problem with it, but I can’t find it. Apparently it’s by the bumper, but could anyone be more specific for me?

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Have you looked to see if you just have a broken 12 volt fuse? Michael Thompson from England

The horn is by the front bumper passenger side - Joe Bloggs from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2003

I have a 53 plate Peugeot 206 CC. There is a button to the right of my steering wheel next to the airbag. Looking at the icon on the button I thought it was a bluetooth button but when I press it I don`t see what it does. Any ideas what it is for?

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It’s the alarm I think - Nik Tom from England

Peugeot 207 2007

My Peugeot 207`s bulbs are constantly blowing, in the last week one main headlight and a rear light too have blown. Now this morning I decided to check the brake lights. My foot was hard on the brake but the lights didn`t come on for a few seconds and then when they did they sort of flashed as if I was putting my foot off and on very quickly. I`m broke so I hope it`s not expensive! Can anyone help?

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Hey, we had exactly same prob on our pug 207, 07 plate, it turned out to be the switch which is located passenger’s side in the glove box. We removed and put back in and brake lights work fine now, although saying that now we have 1 light out - hoping it’s just a bulb or fuse. Lol. Good luck :) Paula Taylor from England

I’ve got the same problem with my 58 plate 207. I got it when it was 6 months old and didn’t change a bulb for over a year. However now it’s twice a year. Changed a headlight and tail light bulb 3 months ago and now both tail lights have blown. I’ve tried different makes however they all seem to go. It’s an expense I could do without. It’s clearly an electrical fault. Though its probably more cost effective to replace the bulbs than to get the fault explored - Tommy McCrindle from Ayrshire

It’s prob a wiring fault but try changing the bulb on both sides as only changing one side is not advised - Gary Edmonds from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2004

My Peugeot 206 CC has a light on the dash saying that the passenger`s airbag is not working and has had this on for years. Just recently a beeping noise has started when I start moving the car. What is it and how do I disconnect it? Thanks so much.

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I have the same problem but the air bag light has now gone off and the beeping noise is there whenever I am travelling. When I stop at lights or slow to nearly stop it stops then when I go the beep continues. It’s like a warning. Checked airbag and no faults show up using a computer but it still carries on. I could do with a answer as well - John Bradley from Lancashire

I cleared this fault by using the ignition key to turn passenger air bag to off position and back to on position without removing key. Maybe it cleaned or remade a circuit - Bill Turbutt from Herefordshire

Peugeot 407 SW 2004

I needed to replace the batteries in my Peugeot 407 SW`s main key and the spare. Neither of them worked before or after changing the battery, although the main key worked for a while when I first got it, three weeks ago. I have tried the ’turning on/off and pressing the lock button whilst on’, several times but neither key has responded successfully. Has anyone got any other suggestions?

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Try this. Part 1: Lift bonnet and prop up, open driver’s window and leave open; put key in ignition and turn on ignition. Turn off ignition and take key out whilst outside (through open driver’s window). Wait until mileage display goes out - wait another 2 minutes. Disconnect positive on main battery (bonnet is open!). Wait 5 minutes, re-connect main battery (leave bonnet up). Turn sidelights on then off from outside of car through drivers window that had been left open. Do not open door. Part 2: Put key in ignition and turn ignition on, press lock button for 20 secs. Turn ignition off and remove key. Remote lock and remote alarm now work. Repeat Part 2 for second fob...

Hi, I just had to write to thank you for you answer to my question. Despite being told by several people, inc a lock smith, and main dealer, that this would not work, I tried it anyway... and it does!!! I have saved myself about £205 by getting new key cut, old one broke, and following this sequence I now have 2 fully operating keys for £35, was quoted over £120 each for replacement and reprogramming keys!!! Carole from Kent

Peugeot 407 SW 2007

Hi. As I was driving my Peugeot 407 SW the depollution system light came on, shortly followed by the speed limiter faulty warning and the car shuddered. It seemed better when lifting the throttle and then applying it gently. The engine was making a funny noise with some push/stop like action. It felt as if there was not enough diesel getting to it. Most intriguing is that at idle it revved up to 1500 RPM and if applying the brake this goes down to 800 RPM. The car is starting fine and no lights stay on. I went to fill up with diesel when the same thing happened again. There is a definite loss of smoothness and power too. Mechanics are baffled and suggested changing the engine and exhaust. Can anyone help? Kind regards.

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Hi. I had same problem with my 407 sw, it was just the fuel filter in the end - Taxi Tony from Cumberland

It`s the dpf filter that`s partially blocked. Usually you notice that if you are driving at a steady low speed, say 30mph, the car keeps lurching as though it`s cutting out for a second. I usually get it when I`ve been doing a lot of stop start driving and then go on the motorway and the regeneration of DPF light comes on and I can`t accelerate. I usually pull off at the next junction, stop and take the key out, back in and off again. You then need to leave the car in fourth to get the revs up and stick at 80-90mph for 5-10 minutes and this should clear enough soot out of the dpf to get rid of the juddering. I do it every month – Pete Summers from Lancashire

Peugeot 307 2002

I have a Peugeot 307 1.4 LX petrol and the idle is very erratic. The rev counter constantly fluctuates between 2-4k when driving and it will actually pull itself from a standstill in second gear without any throttle. The car has a high standstill idle of around 1100. This happened previously some months ago with no fault codes on diagnostic, so a mechanic suggested a new throtlle body. After the initial shock of the dealer price that he quoted, I scoured ebay and found a second hand one from a car broker. This was put on the car along with a new idle air control valve and all was perfect for a few months. Now I have the same problem again. I did notice that when wd40 was sprayed around the injectors, the revs died down but then shot back up again when the wd40 evaporated! Another mechanic did a smoke test for me and said that all 4 injector seals need replacing but he couldn`t be confident that this will solve the idle problem! What I want to know is can anyone tell me if this could be causing the erratic and high idle issue? Any help would be appreciated as I`m embarrassed to stop at junctions etc because the car revs itself between 2-4k and people stare at me as though I`m an alien! Any suggestions please?

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I replaced my vanos solenoid, seemed to work on my 307 - Stuart Dinning from England

Peugeot 407 SW 2006

My Peugeot 407 SW`s Dashboard computer says stop lamp left side is faulty, so I changed the bulb and checked it while it was open but it did not work. I tried 3 more bulbs of which none was faulty. At the same time the petrol needle is dead. I presume these items are on the same fuse. I checked the handbook but none of the fuse boxes have a fuse for lights. Can anybody help?

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Hi, have you checked the earth wire to the light, on this model they often cause a problem. You would have to undo the earth wire in order to remove the rear reflector if that’s how you changed the bulbs or maybe you changed it not fully removed. The other thing is the fitting, these often go rusty and do not make a contact. As regarding the fuel not moving again have you checked the wire in the boot area? I am no expert but both of these faults could be tied together against a bad earth, the electrics on the 407 are a nightmare. If you lift up the rear carpet there is a host of wire and connectors and joins might be worth checking there you might also find a fusebox adjacent to the rear bumper - Reg Morrell from Lincolnshire

Buy the Haynes manual for the 407, a good investment if you’re going to keep the car - Reg Morrell from Lincolnshire

Peugeot 407 SW 2008

Hello. I am an auto electrician working on a Peugeot 407 diesel SW 2008. When I accelerate it only reaches rpm3 and can’t go beyond that and when I diagnose the faults it says (1) Dust filter (FAP) (2) EGR valve circuit (3) EGR solenoid valve. Where are these all located? Thanks.

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FAP is an additive so far I’ve only been able to find dealerships that sell it, and its quite pricey at least it is in UK... Anyway the FAP additive tank is located just infront of the rear passenger side (right hand drive model) their is a tank and connected to the tank is a pipe you also need a filling kit also available at Peugeot dealerships - Lynnette Newman from England

Peugeot 407 SW 2004

Hi, can anyone help? When I test drove this Peugeot 407 SW there were no alerts. However upon purchase the dashboard console is saying ’tyre pressures not monitored’. Why is this? Has this feature been deactivated somehow and how do I reactivate it? Thanks in advance. (SE 2.0hdi)

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The 407 has an individual tyre pressure sensor and radio transmitter attached to each tyre valve inside the tyre. The external valve stems on these cars tend to corrode badly and break up and the standard Peugeot fix is to replace the entire unit (about £125). However, there are valve stem repair kits available on e-bay for about £20 and then you need to get your local tyre fitter to take off the tyre and replace the faulty stem. This way you retain the original transmitter unit and don’t need to get it reprogrammed by Peugeot. However it is quite awkward to do without breaking the unit. Out of two attempts I broke one! Other option is simply to replace valve with ordinary one without a pressure sensor. If you do this after about 3 minutes of starting car you will get the error message you describe and the actual tyre in question will flash yellow on the display - Paul Edwards from Essex

Peugeot 207 SW 2010

My Peugeot 207 SW has a warning light coming on and a message displayed saying the particle filter may be blocked. Do I need to take it into a dealer? It was only serviced by Peugeot in November and it never came on before that. Is it safe to drive, as it only comes on now and again?

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Run the car for a couple of miles in second gear if possible, then stop and start the engine. Fault cleared mine after talking to my mechanic – Barry Chang from Spain

Peugeot 307 2002

Hi there. My mate`s got a Peugeot 307 year 2002 model. He was driving and the cam belt came off and now it won`t start. We have put a new belt on but it`s no good and the windows won`t close. Now I think the car has shut down, it`s got no power. Is there a reset button for it? What does anyone think?

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The timing will be out. The gears need to be in a specific position for the valves to be lifted in the correct time and order - Chris from England

As a result to what happened you have now bent valves, take off the head and inspect and the bad valves, and of course put new belt - Chucri Kayal from France

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

Hi, my Peugeot 407 SW`s front driver`s heated seat doesn’t work and the seat adjuster switch works all ways except forward and backwards. (It does work intermittently). Can anyone help please?

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Sounds as if there might be a problem with the wiring. The two faults are on two seperate switches, most likely fed on the same wire under the seat. I assume you have checked the fuses - Reg Morrell from Lincolnshire

Peugeot 307 2004

I have a Peugeot 307 2.0 hdi which will start in summer first time but in winter when it`s damp or wet will not start. The battery was low so I replaced the battery. When I charge up the battery it starts first time. What can I do?

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New battery was faulty. Replaced and starts ok now - Paul Elder from Angus (Forfarshire)

Peugeot 308 SW 2009

My Peugeot 308 SW had a STOP brake failure -ABS and ESP system failure messages. I visited a Peugeot specialist who had the ABS unit sent for testing but no fault found. He then tried replacing the under bonnet fuse box (apparently also a controller), but all this to no avail. He also tested wiring etc. I have had all original parts refitted and obviously still have the fault. I would welcome any info as to what could be the fault. Can anyone help?

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Nice to know I’m not the only one who has this problem. I don’t have an answer but my 308SW Sport 1.6HDi (09 plate) has been doing this for some time. Local Dealer had it in a couple of times, once for a week, but couldn’t find fault - said it may be something to do with the battery level, but this was clutching a straws a bit I think. Surely something else would show up first before the ABS/ESP warning lights and a ’Brake System Failure’ message keeps appearing!! Dealer has said there is nothing wrong with the brakes and they will still work, but it is still worrying that the warning keeps coming up, especially for unsuspecting passengers. Something must be causing it. I’ve also started to get a strange smell through the ventilation system, AC on or off and re-circulation switched on or off. It does have an over heated brake smell to it, and is more promanent when starting the car than when braking. Any ideas? Paul from Dorset

Had a similar problem on my 307SW. Turned out to be the rear wheel hub sensor mounts had become corroded and were sitting too far from the hub. Hub has a magnet that passes the sensor, if the distance becomes too great the sensor fails to detect the magnet passing it and so the fault symptom. Removed sensor and cleaned up corrosion, so that sensor sat virtually touching hub, problem solved. Hope this helps. Try this link, could be same issue... http://uk.answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20110515131454AAHvDzS - Iain Wood from Hampshire

Peugeot 206 2003

On cold mornings my Peugeot 206`s diesel engine takes nearly a minute to start. Once started, it can be turned on and off easily. I have changed the cold start sensor, but no change. I cannot find the heat/glow plugs on or around the engine, as this may be another solution. Does anyone know where these are, or have any other ideas why the engine won`t start straight away? Cheers! (1.4ltr Turbo HDi LX model)

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They are only small but if ya can see a metal strip that links them all together it may be down to the back or to the front - Mark Gibson from Yorkshire

Try this, open the ignition, when the light of the glow plugs is off turn off and then on again, when the light of the plugs is off again start your car - Chucri Kayal from France

My mechanic mate has fixed my Peugeot 206 problem. Please see my previous post for solution. In short, it was an air leak in the fuel line system, and so replacement of all of the fuel line matrix on the top and rear of the engine, including the primer hand pump, that seems to have curred it. Hope this helps others - Rob Brodie from Sussex

I’m pretty sure the glow plugs only light up when the temperature is down to freezing (0 degs) and then only lit for 1/2 second. I had the same problem. I changed all the glow plugs and it made no difference. The problem is most probably a fuel pressure problem, either because one of the pumps is not producing a high enough pressure (and it is high) or you have a leak - David Jones from Hampshire

Peugeot 207 2009

My Peugeot 207 Sport comes with dual zone climate control. The manual advises to leave it set to automatic but when it`s cold, although the engine has heated up (I can switch to manual and increase the fan speed and get lots of warm air), it keeps the fan speed either low or off (maybe it`s just forced air pressure coming through), when it could warm the car nicely by turning the fan on. Instead I’m sitting there freezing until I switch to manual and fiddle with the settings. Am I doing something wrong? Should I not be using automatic? (Sport)

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It’s normal, or at least "Peugeot normal". If you have patience, the fan speed and air temperature should gradually increase, if you’re not frozen by then. The reason behind this is that the car is trying to reach its optimal engine temperature first, and only after that it heats you, too. If it would heat you first, it would take much longer for the engine to heat up, resulting in higher emissions and higher fuel consumption. Testing this is easy: after a cold start, wait for a minute and then drive more aggresively for a few miles (hard accelerations, if possible and safe). You’ll see that the AC will heat up the interior much faster, because the engine temperature will be optimal sooner - Tudor from Romania

Peugeot 307 CC 2004

I just tried to open the roof of my Peugeot 307 CC. The boot opens then nothing else happens! Can anyone give me some advice? (apart from I should not have bought one!) Thanks.

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Linda, I had this problem last year, there is a chance that the roof locks are still in. They tend to seize when the roof isn’t used thought the winter. If you remove the plastic disc from the roof you can see the lock mechanism. Try cycling the roof and watch to see if you can see the locks move. If not gently assist the locks to turn using the silver tool than comes with the car handbook. After a couple of attempts mine loosen off and works fine again. If the locks are moving fine then there is a different problem that needs all little more speciallist tools - Andy Welham-Jones from Berkshire

Andy, thank you for your reply, you were totally spot on, it had seized up and turning the allen bolt has freed the roof. Top man - Linda Rogers from Lancashire

Peugeot 107 2006

The Emission control system warning light has come on in my Peugeot 107. I can’t get a straight answer from the local Peugeot dealer as to what are the possible prognoses. Has anybody got any suggestions please? (998cc petrol)

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Could be one of a number of things, only having a mechanic investigate the problem will give you an answer. The joy off modern cars - Keith from Scotland

Hi Steve. I seem to be having the same problem!! I’m hoping you’ve got to the bottom of it because I sure haven’t. I’ve only had my car a month and the day I bought it the light came on. Since then the garage I bought it from have replaced the cat convertor and the sensor and still the light is on. Please tell me you have yours fixed am I’m tearing my hair out!!! Rachel Harvey from Yorkshire

Peugeot Boxer 1995

Although my Peugeot Boxer`s heater works okay, there is a light smell of diesel fumes from the hot air coming from the vents when the fan is working. The filter seems clean so does anyone have a suggestion as to why this should be? (2.5TD Motorhome)

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There could be a leak on the "diesel leak off pipes" on top of the injectors. If this is so it is an easy job to replace damaged pipe(s) - Brian Spooner from Durham

Peugeot 206 2002

I want to know if the Peugeot 206 has got loose sleeves and what must be replaced if the headgasket was blown? Must the vales and all that stuff also be replaced? (GTI 2L)

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No, they don’t have loose sleeves; ya need to have a ten mm bolt that ya lock the cam remove the oil filter cam with a 27mm socket so ya can get ya hands in to lock of the fly wheel. Using a 6 mm bolt & always use new head bolts if ya go to andy page car parts shop ya can get a full head set for £30 ish with bolts but pls don’t use ya old ones as they brake & they won’t come out at all unless ya know what ya doing - Mark Gibson from England

Peugeot 407 2005

My Peugeot 407`s fan seems to be on as I’m driving and when I switch the engine off it stays on. The car will not start immediately, but when left for an hour will start again. Does anyone know what the problem is?

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The engine fan only comes on when the engine reaches a predefined temperature, it will continue to run to cool the engine even when switched off, it may not start immediately because it is too hot. Add coolant, this should cure it - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Over heating, check water - Geoff Kingstone from Hampshire

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

My wife`s Peugeot 207 CC had a timing chain fault at 18,000 miles, 6 months out of warranty but within an extended warranty period. Peugeot said it was fair wear and tear so not covered. I know Mini have done a recall for a tensioner and chain problem and as it is the same engine I thought Peugeot might do the same. Does anybody have any info about a recall on this engine? Has anybody had a similar problem that Peugeot have accepted responsibility for? Any help with this would be greatly appreciated.

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Hi Mike. I bought my 207 four years ago and have so far spent £1500 on repairs for the catalytic converter failing, and the problem with the anti pollution system. This week the engine has started knocking and my mechanic assures me the timing chain has gone, I have done less than 40,000 miles. Without question it has been the most unreliable and expensive car I have bought, needless to say it’s going and I won’t be having another Peugeot. Customer Support has been rubbish. Good luck - Alison Lee from England

This car has a timing belt not a chain, anyway the belt lasts at least 80k - why do you want to change it? Chucri Kayal from France

Same happened to me, really noisy and engine running badly two weeks after purchase, car only 3 years old with low mileage. It was a failed tentioner on timing belt and luckily the garage agreed to have it fixed for me. The cost of the repair was £458 for parts + labour (which I imagine was VERY high as it needed collecting and transporting to garage and then whole engine out of car! Rreally pleased that I bought the extended warrantee!) - Roy Wareham from Kent

Peugeot 207 CC 2007

Six months ago I purchased my Peugeot 207 CC. I`ve taken out an extended warranty. My roof would not fold completely into the boot and I`ve been told, although everything apart from the hinges is covered, if I want my money back and go somewhere else I can. They are working on trying to find the problem and have said if I want my money back I can cancel the warranty. Please can anyone tell me what are my chances of the hinges failing and if they do what kind of expense am I looking at? Thank you.

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PEUGEOT 207CC 2007 OFFSIDE REAR ROOF RAM / ARM / HINGE £30.00 on ebay. Each - a j from Hampshire

Peugeot 307 CC 2004

Hi. My Peugeot 307 CC`s rear nearside indicator is not working, but the front one is at a fast flash. Is there a fuse which can be changed and if so which one, as I don`t have a manual? Cheers.

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I had the same problem, it turned out to be dirt in the rear number plate light which shorts the back light. Hope this helps - Henry Pulling from England

Cheers mate, it was a corroded terminal ... Andrew Clarke from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2005

Hi, I wondered if anyone could help me? I’m having some problems with both of the airbag lights coming on in my Peugeot 206 CC and the car centrally locking you in when I start the car. The car also seems to be struggling to start but does start. If I drive the car for say 5 minutes and stop and restart the car, the lights usually go off. I’m not sure if the battery has ever been changed as I have only had the car for coming up to 2 years. It doesn’t do this every day either, sometimes it’s fine and doesn`t start doing it again for a few days or weeks. It just seems really odd. I don’t use the car as much as I used to as I am currently off work. I did used to give the car a good run every day but now it`s only going a quarter of a mile up the road, if anywhere. I’m not sure if this might have an impact? Any help, advice or thoughts would really be appreciated. Thanks.

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Very similar problem with my daughter’s. Air bag lights comming on, pollution fault, with one alarm bleep when turning ignition. Would start first time every time. The electronics in these cars are very sensitive to battery failure and can put up these kind of alarms while starting okay which would lead you to think battery okay. All these alarms will disappear after a small run due to the recharging of the battery. Suggest battery check and possibly replace battery. Check out battery required for car sometimes people who have replaced batteries go for a slightly cheaper one with reduced amp hours - Adrian Sharp from England

Peugeot 107 2005

My Peugeot 107 has got water coming in from somewhere, I have no idea from where but the back seat is soaking wet. How do you get the seats out of the car and does anyone have any idea of where the water can be coming from? Thanks.

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This appears - from other forums - to be a problem with the rear light cluster foam seals degrading over a couple of years. If you look under the luggage compartment carpet you may very well discover your spare wheel in its own puddle. Replacement of the foam seals cures the ingress of water. Consult with your local dealership for advice on the seat removal - Peter Flatt from Gloucestershire

My car (107 2007.mod.) did leak water from the door at the backside of the car (the door to the room for baggage). It was difficult for the garage to find it, but they managed at last - Lene Simonsen from Norway

If you have the 5 door model, it will be the rear passenger door seals. If the leak is in the boot will either be the rear light seals or the brake light seal - Tony Robbins from Durham

Peugeot 206 2003

When my Peugeot 206 starts up are there is a whining noise. The car is petrol. It makes the whining noise more when you press the accelerator and the car`s not in gear. I had it`s MOT 6 weeks ago so it can`t be anything bad. The gearbox does not vibrate or anything. It seems to come from the right hand side of the engine? Can anyone suggest why or offer any help?

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Sounds like a problem with the fan belt. Had the same thing, got it changed and all fixed. To test, squirt some WD40 onto the fanbelt and if it goes away for a moment, then that’s the problem. £60 at a garage should be a fair price - Matt from Sussex

Also check it’s not your alternator. I had this problem on a previous car and it made a whining noise stationary as well as whilst driving. I ignored it for a while and the car as well as the electrics died on me on a main road in the city centre - Ronnie from Scotland

Peugeot 407 SW 2004

Hi, I am thinking of downsizing my car. Could a 2004 Peugeot 407 SW 1.6 diesel estate pull a Bateson Ascot horse trailer? Unladen the trailer is around 900 kg, max I guess with two horses it is 2300 kg.

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No, I think the max towing weight for the 407 sw is 1500 kg - Eric Coates from England

The Peugeot 407 sv sw 2.0 hdi 136bhp can tow a max of 2 ton - Lynnette Newman from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2012

I thought my Peugeot 207 CC would have an SOS and a roadside assistance button (with Peugeot symbol on it). I have looked under the cd player and on the driver`s side, (by the window operation buttons and on the steering wheel), for any buttons resembling such an operation, but cannot find any. I rang my dealer and they said I should have a red button with a phone symbol on it, but there was no sight of that button either. Can you tell me if my car is meant to have these buttons, or not? If it does, then please tell me where I can find it, because it doesn’t appear to be anywhere in the car? Thank you. (1.6 VTI (120bhp) allure)

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This link will be useful to identify the button. http://www.peugeot.com/en/technology/#connected-services If fitted its £910 with satnav otherwise £715. The button should be on the dashboard, either in a little red lion on a black button or a RED SOS button, press for 3 seconds to call, in a crash it will call out automatically. With the airbags deployed. Center console somewhere - a j from Hampshire

Peugeot Partner 1999

This is a great forum read. I have a Peugeot Partner combi 1.9 Diesel van 1999 non turbo. I have an issue leading to the problem of loss of power and then "blue" smoke from the exhaust. I have had a new large battery installed, checked the starter, oil and fuel filter and alternator. Now it takes much longer and more turns of the key to get it started, as well as recently it needs help with priming the pump, where I have seen air bubbles flowing back and forth. I don`t know if anyone can help here, but can someone shed some light on the issue of it`s loss of power? (Combi)

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Have you had the fuel filter changed? If air gets into the system it causes this problem - Alex from England

Hi thanks, yes the filter was recently replaced. Any other suggestions welcome - William Duffy from Cardiff

Check the oil levels again and put new glow plugs in it - Chris Karlsson from England

I had this happen to me after I reconnected a small black vacuum hose(?) that I thought I’d disturbed while working near the battery. Disconnecting the small tube solved my problem. 1.9 DW8 engine - John from Scotland

Peugeot 207 2007

Hi. I keep having my Peugeot 207`s rear brake light, indicator and fog lamp constantly displaying a fault on my dashboard and the bleeping is so annoying. I have checked the bulbs and they are in working order. Has anybody got any idea what this could be?

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Hi. I have the same problem...did you fix it? Alex S from Romania

I don’t know the answer but I have got exactly the same problem and my bulbs are fine. I wonder if it’s a sensor problem? Did you get it sorted? JoJo from Hampshire

Hey... I just fixed my problems with the display error ... I was at a service ... and for 20 euros it got fixed ... It was a contact problem somewhere in the trunk (there was a short circuit ) so I suggest you to take it to a auto electrician - Alex S from Romania

Peugeot 206 2004

Hello, yesterday I was driving along the motorway when my Peugeot 206`s clutch dropped and locked - it sounded as though it had popped and of course I couldnt take it out of gear. I pulled over and turned the car off and it seemed fine, then it did it again. Does anyone know what this could be?

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If its hydrolick its ya clutch cylinder or ya cable if its that type - Mark Gibson from Yorkshire

Peugeot 207 2012

Hi. I have a Peugeot 207 Active (2012 model). The battery is flat and I was trying to take the battery out but, after I disconnected the plugs and wires and took the covers off, I still could not even move the battery! I looked carefully all around it and did not find any levers or fastening bolts, anything that would not allow moving the battery. Can anyone give me some advice how to take the battery out of my car? (Active)

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You need to remove the engine ecu on the right of the battery (right hand driven cars); just unclip it and put it on the side. Then slide the battery to the right, only then can you pull it out, after you are done, reverse the process - Warren Bowes from South Africa

Have another look, there’s a lever you push to the side to allow battery to pass - Shaky Stevens from Westmoorland

Peugeot 207 2008

Over Christmas I woke up one morning and my Peugeot 207 was dead with the window wipers up and a clicking noise coming from the bonnet! I woke up this morning to find my car window wipers going and my lights on full although the car was locked. When I unlocked it everything stopped. I checked but I had left nothing on! What’s happening and how do I get it fixed?

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I had same problem, yet mine happened on motorway and screen wash came on too. Took it to get looked at and they couldn’t find a thing. On another mine lost power this morning and readout said the airbags had failed. Once I shifted down gear power came back. Carried on my journey and when I started it up again fault had gone - Kirk Butler from England

Ended up braking down. AA took me to Peugeot garage, the fuse box was flooded and it was starting to get into my ECS (electric communication system). A dear job to fix so be warned, if this happens it can be cleaned if you don’t leave it too long - Stephanie from England

Peugeot 206

When I reversed my Peugeot 206 out of my driveway I heard a bang underneath the rear ofthe car. When I pushed it back to my driveway it felt like the handbrake was still on. Can anyone help me with what`s wrong? Many thanks.

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Sounds like a problem with the rear brakes sticking due to failing rear brake cylinders, the bang when you reversed was probably the sound of the brakes being stuck on slightly and then releasing suddenly. I’ve had similar problem with two other vehicles so I would guess it to be the rear brake cylinders or badly worn rear brake shoes - Michael Duffy from Ireland

What has probably happened is the friction material has delaminated from the brake shoe and jammed in the drum. This seems to be quite a common problem and you may have difficulty in removing the drum to replace the shoes. Sometimes rocking the car back and forwards will dislodge the jammed friction material and allow the drum to be removed - Chris Naylor from England

Peugeot 207 2007

My Peugeot 207`s info display keeps saying electrical circuit fault, abs fault and power steering. I checked the battery and it was flat so I tried charging it but it wouldn’t charge. So I bought a brand new one and all was fine, but for 2 days now I have had the info electrical circuit fault warning again. What should I do? (sport)

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Hi, ours did that in the New Year and we were on motorway and car cut out completely with all those warnings you mentioned. The AA came out and said the alternator had died and thus was not charging the battery, cost £260 to replace with AA!!! Today it has come up twice but quickly went off again, going to pop into garage to see if battery has also had it or just a loose connection. Fingers crossed as do not have more money to spend on it and the warranty had run out a week when it happened in New Year!! Let me know how you get on but def check alternator. Danny Knowles from Lanarkshire PS Please don’t ignore it, we did and the car just stopped at 70 miles an hour on fast lane of motorway with no indicators, lights, power or anything luckily a lorry driver saw we were struggling and pulled back so we could cruise over to the hard shoulder.

Peugeot 207 2007

Hi all. I have just bought myself a Peugeot 207 1.6 16v gti 175thp and I would like to know if it has a cam belt or timing chain? If belt when is it due to be changed? If chain how would I find out if it went in for the recall of timing chain guide? (1.6 16v gti 175thp)

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My wife has the same engine in her 207cc and it definitely has a chain. I am interested to know what info you have on the chain recall. According to Peugeot there is not a problem with the chains but the chain on my wife’s car "stretched" at 18000 miles and Peugeot said it was fair wear and tear. The same engine in the Mini Cooper has been recalled for the tensioner modification but still Peugeot deny there is a problem - Richard Moloney from Shropshire

Peugeot 207 2008

The fuel gauge on my Peugeot 207 shows different levels every time I get in the car. It says low fuel but when I top it up it only takes a couple of pounds worth , then the gauge shows full. Next time it will show half, then three quarters, but never the same level. Can this be the sensor?

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Whilst not seeing this problem on a Peugeot, I did have it with an Audi A4. In a nutshell the fuel tank sensor was faulty, but when replaced still displayed the same problem. Audi then advised me that the sensors needed replacing in pairs even if only one had failed. Hope this helps! Dave Bowden from Cardiff

Peugeot 308 2007

My Peugeot 308 was serviced yesterday and when driving it this morning I noticed that my driver`s rear lights were not working, including the indicator. Could this be a fuse or could something have been knocked off yesterday while working on it?

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Similar problem. Burnt out earth pin, bulb holder replaced. And repair to connector. Parts cheap/labour expensive, done by Peugeot - Mike Beech from Kent

Hi there. I have the same problem with mine, it’s the earth wire has burnt out on the rear light cluster connector. I have looked everywhere for one but can’t find one anywhere. Peugeot charge about £200 to fix it so gonna keep trying to find one first, will you let me know how you get on. Thanks - Carl Powell from England

Peugeot 307 2002

I bought my Peugeot 307 yesterday and on the first test drive all was good, heating worked. Then driving home there was no heating. I tried the fuses but it seems to have a mind of it`s own, one minute heating comes on then radio goes off. Also I’ve put £40 of diesel in and it turns out that the fuel gauge does not work and the diesel light stays on flashing, even when it’s got diesel in it. I just want to know what the problem could be and how to fix it?

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This could possibly be a problem with you altenator, in which case I would recommend taking you car to an authorized garage and get it replaced - Jacob Warry from Australia

Peugeot 308 2009

Hi, I’ve read somewhere that there is an Aux port in the glove box of my Peugeot 308 so that I can plug in my MP3 player, however I can’t locate it in mine. The glove box looks very small and most of that it taken up by the fuse box - am I being daft or is it there somewhere? Thanks.

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There are 2 connectors in mine. One Red and one White. You need an aux cable to fit both of them for good sound. They are in plain sight right next to the fuse box. If you can’t see them you probably don’t have them - William Stuart from Lincolnshire

In our 2010 version, on the RHS of the fuse box - should be a smaller box with red and white input sockets? Bugsy C from Australia

Peugeot 407 SW 2006

Hi, please does anybody have any idea what is wrong with my Peugeot 407 SW estate? The steering was very heavy so I put it into a garage that specialises in power steering. It has been in for repair for several weeks and they cannot find the reason for this as the pump and the rack etc. are okay. They said they can put a mechanic onto it at £35/hour but it could take up to two days i.e 16 hours in total i.e £460 just to find out what the fault is. So the owner of the garage said he is trying to save me money by trying to find the fault in between jobs for which he is not charging anything. Any suggestions/adviice please? Thanks!

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I had the same problem, it was the steering rack. Check the power steering fluid after you have driven it, if it’s bubbling up the tube it’s probably the rack. Even after my new rack was fitted it continued to be a bit heavy. I was advised by a Peugeot specialist to over fill the fluid by about an inch. You could try this - Damien Bateman from Lancashire

Peugeot 206 1998

I had a bang in my Peugeot 206 and now my engine temperature will just rise over 90 until the engine makes a banging noise and I have to turn off my engine to get it to stop. I think I hit my fan in the bang, could that make the engine temperature rise and make this banging noise?

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Yeah, it sounds like you have broken the fan, or just the bearings inside it - Brad Anslow from Staffordshire

Peugeot 307 2001

Hi, I have a problem with my Peugeot 307. My mileage has changed from miles to km and I want to change it back but I can’t change it back from the central display. Has anyone got any idea how to change it back?

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Switch the key on, don’t start... Open the hood and remove the battery connection. The system will reset. Then set the desired settings - Diego Arellano from Qatar

Use the menu button on your radio, if you have a genuine Peugeot radio that is, select units then change from km to miles - Kev from England

Peugeot 307 2005

Why does my Peugeot 307`s windscreen wash fuse always blow in sub zero weather? It`s really annoying. The dealers give me replacement fuses but don`t explain why, they just say it`s a common problem?

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I used to have this problem with an Astra I owned once. I just made sure that I had enough washer fluid in it, not just water as it contains an antifreeze chemical that stopped it freezing and blowing the fuse each time I tried to use the washer/wiper. Hope that helps - Danny from England

Many people try to start their wipers after they scrape their windshield, without first checking if wper blades are clean and not frozen to glass. When starting whilst frozen causes the wiper motor to work very hard, causing extra work on the fuses relays and wiper motors. Just lift wiper blades to make sure they are free of the glass - Terry from Denmark

Peugeot 407 2006

My Peugeot 407`s LCD at the centre of the instrument panel has gone blank. Now I am not able to check total distance recorder for periodical services. According to my local agent the whole instrument panel needs to be replaced. Is this true and if it is so, what is the cost like to replace the instrument panel? Thank you. (Saloon)

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Had mine replaced. Cost is around £200 fitted - Don Williams from Stirlingshire

Peugeot 206 2000

I just wanted to ask what the solution to this problem would be. My Peugeot 206 doesn’t pick up speed quickly enough in second gear, even if I floor the accelerator, whilst the rest of the gears pick up speed adequately. In second gear the car revs a lot but speed does not match the amount of revs - it does pick up speed but really slowly. Any ideas?

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Buy a faster car :-) – Mike Cochrin from Lancashire

Peugeot 206 2001

When I’m sitting in traffic my Peugeot 206`s diagnostic light starts flashing when the temperature gauge starts rising. When the car has rested for a few hours the light does not appear again unless again I’m in traffic for a while. Could anyone please tell me why it does this? Thank you .

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Hi. My daughter’s car had the same problem. We found it was a relay. So you could check that. Good luck - Lisa Howard from Norfolk

Peugeot 308 2012

Hi. When I put my usb stick in the usb port of my Peugeot 308, I don’t get an option to choose whether I want to listen to the radio, cd or usb. The radio and cd work but not the usb. Please can anyone help?

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Sometimes the format of the music cannot be read by the radio’s software and will then switch it’s source to radio or cd. Your USB stick might have failed as well, not the one in the car but the one that holds the music - Jacques from South Africa

Peugeot 407 2000

Hi, the indicator screen on my Peugeot 407`s display says my passenger front door is open. I cannot use the central locking to lock the doors, can anyone tell me how this can be corrected? I have used wd40 on the lock with no result and also my manual locking of the car is wearing out. I`m having trouble securing the car at times. Please help? Thank you.

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Disconect your battery and charge it. When it is charged fit it back on and press the unlock button then the lock button it should reset itself the problem was the same on mine. A low battery can stop you from opening the doors with your key. Hope this helps - Steve from Gloucestershire

Peugeot 307 CC 2006

Hi there, when it has been frosty overnight I struggle to get into my Peugeot 307 CC as the windows freeze and won’t go down to allow the door to open. Does anyone know if you can buy a ’purpose produced’ half car cover for a 307CC? Many thanks.

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Someone advised me to rub some vaseline around the seals and on the top of the windows. It looks a little smeary but the windows still drop when frozen allowing me to open the doors. I also rub some vaseline on the seals on the roof and this has fixed a leak I used to get where the seal breaks (it has to do this to let the roof fold) when the rain falls in a certain way  - Lisa Squibb from Dorset

Peugeot 206 CC 2001

I need a new battery for the remote control key for my Peugeot 206 CC but am unable to open it to replace it. Can I get a new key without paying a fortune? Would all 206 keys fit mine? Thanks.

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Hi. If you need a new battery like you say, you can purchase the batteries from places like the £1 shop or a home bargain store cheap enough. I had my batteries replaced in my keys at a Peugeot dealership and to replace the battery itself it didn’t cost a lot - Simone Sanders from Staffordshire

Peugeot 207 2009

My Peugeot 207 2009 convertible is having an issue with the temperature as it’s going to 95 and sometimes 100 degrees. I checked the radiator fan and it’s working only whenever the AC is on. Can anyone help?

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Might want to get your head gasket checked out, sounds like a similar problem to what I had on my car. It was over-heating and if you try to open your coolant cap, there’s a lot of pressure. Thermostat, water pump, but most likely head gasket - Teek Rehman from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2002

Sometimes when driving my Peugeot 206 CC the stop sign comes up and says cooling temp too high, but my temp gauge is at 90. Then it overheated the other day and it`s been coming up again with the temp at 90. I changed the thermostat and it overheated so I changed the water pump and it overheated again. I can`t understand as the stop sign was coming up but the temp has been fine. Now I`ve put new ones in it`s overheating. What else can it be please? Thanks.

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It’s a faulty reading. Check sender unit or earthing if engine is cold - Robert Teixeira from England

Peugeot 407 SW 1995

I have a problem with my Peugeot 407 SW`s power steering. When I first start the car the steering is very heavy both ways. When it is warm the fault becomes intermittent turning left only. Has anyone had a similar problem?

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Hi friend... Have you checked the hoses...? Some of them get softer and the hole inside gets smaller and not a sufficient amount of the fluid streams especially when cold, it gets thinner and easier to travel when warm... If they are alright "touching them from outside to feel how soft they are is sometimes enough" then change the fluid as it loses its viscosity after some time... Check also how healthy the power steering pump is, turn the steering wheel far to noe of the sides, you should not hear a sound like whistling, this has anyway nothing to do with your problem but just to exceed your knowledge... mail me in case hadeish@hotmail.com Good luck - Hani Hadeish from Norway

Peugeot 807 2003

My Peugeot 807`s ’Handbrake On’ warning is on nearly all the time and the associated bleeping is driving me mad. My local garage cannot find anything wrong - fluid levels are okay and they replaced the switch but it still continues. Is there a way of at least disabling the bleep?

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Hi. The constant beeping was driving me crazy also. The steering wheel has 2 covers behind it, I unscrewed the bottom one and located the the little beeper which is clearly visible. I just put a small screw driver through it, the screen still flashes up the fault but the sound has gone. It worked for me.hope this helps, it’s so easy you can do it yourself - Shabir Ahmed from England

Peugeot 307 SW 2004

I have a Peugeot 307 SW that, after driving for over an hour, will stop changing up gears automatically (and won`t change to manual either). It can be managed by over revving to 4500 ,at which point it’ll change up or by swapping into snow mode (normal gear changing), or by stopping and turning the car off for anywhere between 2 and 10 minutes (until it cools enough?) and then on restart it will return to normal, (but will repeat the problem more frequently on the same journey, say after half hour, then quarter hour then ten minutes.). The first time this happened, (I`ve had the car for a year), was the day after the oil in the gearbox (?) had been changed and the mechanic had overfilled it. Then the car stopped completely. In all of these instances there is no fault code - so we don’t know what to fix! A suggestion is that valves need replacing but this should have shown a fault code. Any ideas?

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If the workshop is using either Peugeot Planet 2000 or "Diagbox" to troubleshoot the car, there ought to be some history stored in the engine/gearbox/BSI modules as to the fault instances. Many generic "code readers" don’t offer enough ability to converse with the computers on Peugeot/Citroën cars very well. Official documentation (service manuals) have leaked onto the net in recent years; I don’t have any specific sources but recommend you look around the document upload sites both free and paid. The information inside is really useful. The gearbox can be tested for hydraulic line pressure when hot by either a testing port located on the underside of the gearbox under a small bolt, or by reading live parameters on the diagnostic computer as the car runs/drives. Hydraulic fluid line pressure that’s slightly out of spec will trigger the limp home mode you describe. First item that’s usually swapped is the pressure regulation electrovalve, part 2574.16 - there are two of these electrovalves in the hydraulic control block and they can be swapped by a competent all-rounder mechanic. New price varies by source, so shop around. The entire hydraulic block can be exchanged for new - these are slightly over NZD$1K if purchased tax free from Europe. You need to specify the correct part number, as there are variants by fuel type and engine size. More detailed rebuilds are possible, but generally the gearboxes wear quite well unless suffering a specific abuse (eg, transmission oil with the wrong physical qualities, or water ingress). Be sure the gearbox has the correct oil level and fluid is a modern fully synthetic high-specification type. Finally, there is a historical element of poor wiring outside the gearbox causing some cars to exhibit odd behaviour. This requires an auto electrician with the patience of a saint and full dealer wiring diagrams (which can be acquired through back channels). I have abused one of these gearboxes for five years and many miles, and would rebuild it happily if it dies tomorrow - once sorted they are a nice piece of kit with great feedback to a "switched on" driver. All the best with your repairs - Adam from Australia

Peugeot 407 2004

My Peugeot 407 developed a fault saying that the fog lights were faulty. It has not been cured but now it is throwing up faults, saying my side lamps are not working and also that I have a brake light out, but when I checked everything was fine. Is this sort of thing normal, saying that other faults are there when they are not and will it only go away when the original fault is cured? (2.0 hdi)

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Hi John. A common problem found with modern Peugeot’s is the offside rear light cluster letting water in. This is turn corrodes the connections on the back of the cluster. In some cases the multi-plug itself needs changing but it is possible to clean up these connections which will stop all of the warning lights coming up on the dashboard. You may need to replace the bulb holder in the back of the cluster though as it is quite common for these to break off due to being heavily corroded when you remove the multi-plug. Hope this helps, Mike from Yorkshire

Peugeot 308 2009

While driving my Peugeot 308 in the early morning with the heater fan on full, when I switched the headlamps to full beam the engine light came on and the engine cut out. I waited for about 5 seconds and the car restarted okay and drove on with no problems. Is this a common issue with the car? I have only had it a matter of 3 weeks and never experienced this on any other car? (diesel)

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This happened to me this morning, couldn’t find anything on the web other than your post. So I’ve been to the dealers as my 308 1.6 diesel is only 2 weeks old. They ran tests etc but found nothing wrong, they explained that the onboard computer logged a engine software glich. So they have reset and double checked everything and said it shouldn’t happen again. I would suggest you do they same. Better safe than sorry. The tests they did only took an hour - Mark from Lancashire

Thanks, I have taken it back the garage have cleaned fuel rail sensor saying this has sometimes caused problems. They did check engine management but no fault code had been stored. They assure me it is just a ’blip’ and should not happen again! Shaun Ford from Somerset

Peugeot 206 1999

Hi, I`m hoping someone can help me! I have a 1999 Peugeot 206 GT with a hunting problem. At first it kept cutting out, I got it diagnosed and it was the idle control, so I replaced it. Now it keeps hunting for revs. When I start it it goes straight to 40000 rpm and then settles to 10500-30000 jumping constantly between them. Any help would be appreciated. Any suggestions?

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Try the injection manifold gasket mate - Peter from England

You have the wrong idle control; there are a few different ones, all look the same, last one or two digits on the part no different. Had the same problem. If you have your original one still the part no is on the outside but you will probably need a magnifying glass to see it. Hope this works for you - Simon from Northamptonshire

Peugeot 207 2007

I know this question is around but no seems to have an accurate answer so I`m hoping I can get it here. I have a Peugeot 207 (SE) 1.4 petrol 57 plate. When the car is idle a popping noise comes from the exhaust and sounds like it`s happening in the engine. Some say HT leads, ECU, timing. I just don’t have a clue. Clueless with cars. No fault lights are showing up. Any ideas please?Thanks in advance.

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When did you last change the plugs? I had this problem on my 207s and changing the plugs was the solution - Duncan Smithaman from England

Peugeot 206 2003

I have recently purchased a Peugeot 206 1.4 auto. On driving it on the motorway it drops out of fifth gear and down into fourth. When I come off the motorway the gears are all over the place and feel like they not engaged properly. What`s causing this?

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Sinckromesh in the gear box; ya can get a good one at the scrap yard for £70 or use yours when fixed that may cost £170 - Mark Gibson from England

Peugeot Expert 2004

Hi. Following a repair to my Peugeot Expert van many years ago my offside rear sliding door does not fit properly, causing a draft and leaks during heavy rain. Is there some way of adjusting the door so that it fits properly?

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Hey, I have the exact same problem. If anybody has a few tricks to fix it? James Stewart from Aberdeenshire

Hi. Ray here, don’t know where I saw it but if you place penny washers between lower brackets to pack it out this seems to fix it. Trial and error as to how many but 3 should do it. May need longer bolts though - Ray Harvey from England

Peugeot Boxer 2012

I have a brand new motorhome based on a Peugeot Boxer and am finding it almost impossible to remove and refit the diesel fuel cap. When I hold the petrol cap and turn the key I still can’t get the cap off, although the cap is loose and spins round. It doesn’t seem to make any difference which way you turn the key, the cap doesn’t appear to lock or unlock. Can anyone help please? (Motor home)

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I had the same problem, are you using the ignition key? Only I found out that was my problem. I was using the wrong key - Dolly Slater from Buckinghamshire

Peugeot Boxer 2011

I have a 2011 Auto Sleeper Executive motorhome based on a Peugeot 2.2 HDi Boxer. At times, when on the road, it would be useful to be able to display the outside temperature. So far I have not found a way of doing this. Am I missing something, or isn’t it possible? I’d be grateful for any information.

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Hi. Have a look at the Oregon Scientific website, buy something like (model) EMR201 dual-reading interior-exterior digital readout thermometer, locate the readout bit somewhere nice inside the van and simply stick the sensor on the inside of the gas locker door. Works a treat! Jem Smallwood from Kent

Peugeot 207 2007

I changed the battery in my key fob (plip) and now it won’t open the car remotely. Fortunately I can still open with the key in the lock. Any suggestions? (Peugeot 207)

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I had the same issue. What you need to do is obviously make sure you have the new battery in the fob. Put the key in the ignition, turn it to the on position, hold down the lock button on the fob for 10 seconds, remove key, wait 10 seconds and you should be back in business! Gary C from Ireland

Peugeot 206 1999

The Peugeot 206 engine runs and after some time engine light comes on and it stops. The engine control module doesn’t register any fault. I have cleaned earth connections, checked control module relays, checked fuel pump. And the filter, check pms sensor. Everything is okay but the problem still. What could it be? (1.1 Gas)

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What you need is a Global Fault Test with a Peugeot machine as this fault may be in the Body Control module or a wiring fault - Essex Tech from England

Peugeot 306 1999

I am having a problem with my Peugeot 306`s radiator, the temperature always turns past 90 and goes to the red zone. What should I do?

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Two possible problems - burnt out cylinder head gasket or inadequate water in the radiator. Solution one you know and you have to have the head refaced solution 2 is to bleed the car put water when cold or below 70 degree while the plastic cap (looks like a tube cap) is open until water flows out of it. Good luck - James Nairobi from Kenya

Thank you James Nairobi, I would need more explanation, please contact me on my e-mail brightartchild@gmail.com. I would appreciate your professional advice. Regards - Wilson Nzau from Kenya

Peugeot 206 CC 2002

I’ve had my Peugeot 206 CC`s roof open for the first time today and the rear passenger side window won’t fully close again! There’s a gap of more than half an inch. What should I do? (Cabriolet)

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Open it again and shut it again. Spray some wd40 down gap and repeat opening and closing. Mine did the same. I think it’s all the rain seeping in through seal. Mine’s ok now - A Willmore from Hertfordshire

Peugeot 208 2012

My Peugeot 208 loses power and stutters, especially when going up a slight hill or in second gear. My garage ran a diagnostics but they said nothing showed up. What could be wrong? (Allure 1.2 VTI)

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My 208 1.6tdi eco allure does this as well. I often find it’s more common when the engine is cold and I’m trying to do over 40mph, however it can happen at anytime, even to the point today I was driving at 30mph the power felt like it cut out. My rev counter was over 3,000 and foot flat to the floor yet I was getting slower and slower and the car just cut out all together in the middle of a busy road. I’ve had the car in 4 times in two months for both this problem and the touchscreen. I’ve since had the touchscreen fixed but they cannot find a problem when they run diagnostic tests and have driven the car for it not to stutter. I’m at wits end; it’s virtually undrivable and the garage can have it back till they fix the problem! Laura Dare from England

Well, I took my car back to the dealer and after a few other noticable things they now have found it out to be a faulty alternator. The car goes in on Friday (08/02/13) so after it is changed we shall see if that sorts the problem... we shall see... watch this space! Brian Webster from Fife and Kinross Shires

I had the same with car, a 208 1.4 hdi, turns out its the ESP thingy so Peugeot say! I doubt it though. The car still loses power up hill and takes ages to accelerate. Tried to change it for 1.6 hdi Allure, think I’m glad I didn’t now! Ken Hall from Staffordshire

Peugeot 207 CC 2009

The outside temperature is generally mid 25. The temperature gauge in the digital display of my Peugeot 207 CC intermittently, (not permanently), goes to minus and moves alll over the show. When this happens the aircon blows hot air / doesn`t work. The display also comes up with an error message - risk of ice! Is this a faulty theromstat and where it is located?

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Sounds like the thermostat needs replacing... I have bought the 2009 207cc, mine keeps flashing in the console , but not what yours is doing - a j from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2012

My bluetooth works well in my Peugeot 207 CC at low speed in the suburbs. However, at high speed (110km) on the highway it starts to drop out. This is a problem as I am a sales rep. Does anyone know of anything I can do to help the situation? I have taken it back to Peugeot but they did nothing to help the problem. I also took it back to the warranty service mechanic but they did not believe me so I asked them to take the car for a drive at 110km but they did not want to do that. If anyone knows what I can do to fix the problem I would be very grateful. Maybe changing the bluetooth like amplification of the signal?

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For some reason the software is not powerful enough in your car to transmit the signal. Either the receiver or transceiver is having packet loss or bandwidth thinning. Basically losing the signal or breaking the bandwidth to your hardware. Does this only happen when the top is down? If it does this makes sense. The fluttering will affect the bluetooth. Options: Buy more powerful software in your car. To signal it. New tech on the horizon http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/05/120524122931.htm "This ground-breaking mm-wave integrated circuit (IC) technology will have significant commercial impact, enabling a wide range of new applications such as wireless display, mobile-distributed computing, live high-definition video streaming, real-time interactive multi-user gaming, and more," added NTU’s Prof Yeo, who is also founding director of NTU’s VIRTUS IC Design Centre of Excellence. Enjoy - a j from England

Peugeot 206 2000

I have a Peugeot 206, the gear stick had become very loose and I am unable to get it into first gear. If I do manage to it stalls. All other gears I can get into. Does anyone know why this would be? I haven’t used it for 2 days and suddenly it’s doing this?

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I had a similar issue with my Peugeot 206. Took it to the garage and turned out I needed a new clutch as some of the teeth had snapped off - Katherine from Northumberland

Peugeot 307 SW 2005

Have got exhaust fumes coming into my Peugeot 307 SW and can’t see an obvious fault with exhaust system! Any ideas please? (1.6hdi)

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I had the same car and problem and found it was a leaking injector. I was able to tighten mine down, without replacing the injector seal. I gather that this is a know fault for the diesel 307 - Greyman from England

Peugeot 207 2006

Around midnght last night I had a knock to tell me my Peugeot 207`s lights and wipers were on/going. I had to disconnect the battery to stop them. When I start the car, no problems, everything works as it should. A couple of minutes after I switch off and remove the keys, the lights and wipers start!. Any ideas?

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I have exactly the same problem, nobody seems to be able to help, how did you resolve yours? David Evans from England

Peugeot 407 2005

My Peugeot 407 has a stop warning light on. Alongside this when I turn off the ignition something continues to run under the bonnet (which makes a whirring noise), this continues to run until the battery runs flat. I jump start my car and the cycle continues again. Whatever keeps running after the ignition is off appears to run the battery flat. What could it be?

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It will be the power steering pump. Disconnect the battery when you stop. I have the same problem still trying to sort it out - Robert Southan from Wrexham

Could be your radiator fan running on. Mine did this & flattened the battery. Required a software patch downloading onto the on board computer. Still runs on sometimes but shuts off after about 3 mins - Steve from Yorkshire

Peugeot Boxer 1991

How many litres of diesel can fill the tank of a Peugeot Boxer van and how many kilometers does a litre cover? Can anyone please forward the owner`s manual booklet to my email?

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Hi there, we have a 1999 Boxer Motorhome and the tank holds 17.5 gallons, or 80 litres, hope this helps you. All the best - John Goring from England

Peugeot 206 2001

My Peugeot 206`s right indicator will not turn off. When I change to left indicator the right still stays on. I disconnected the battery but it didn`t solve the problem. Is there anything I can do?

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You probably need a new comms unit. It’s the box that is behind the steering wheel. It controls he indicators, lights wipers and much more. Cheapest place to buy is from Euro Car parts. A guide on how to fit can be found at www.206info.co.uk - Karl Dean from England

Peugeot 206 2001

My Peugeot 206 right indicator will not turn off. When i change to left indicator the right still stays on. I disconnected the battery but it didnt solve the problem. Is there anything I can do?

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My wife’s 1998 206 had a similar problem last year and this sorted it; philsworkbench.blogspot.com/.../peugeot-206-indicator-stalk-repair - Paul Philpott from Ireland

Peugeot 306 2001

Hi, my Peugeot 306`s battery light came on last night and the front windows now don`t work, along with the rear window wiper. It starts okay and all the dashboard lights are on strong. Any ideas out there as to what to check first? (meridian)

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You have probably sorted It now, but I had the same problem with my 306, the clock was also affected. Blown 15amp fuse of course - Steve Fuller from Sussex

Peugeot Boxer 2000

Hi, I currently live in Denmark and have a Peugeot Boxer van. I have problems with the fourth gear and cannot seem to figure out what is wrong. The only books available on it are in Danish or German, neither of which I have mastered. Any advice where I can find a manual in English I can use? Many thanks in advance.

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Hi Maria. I too had problems with gear selection on my Boxer. Firstly 1st, 2nd, 4th and reverse went. There seems to be a problem with the cable gear linkage system. I sprayed lots of liquid grease on the links. You’ll have to get under the van to do it or put it on a lift. After a while 1st, 2nd and reverse came back! I didn’t have 4th for about 3 three weeks , then it came back! It is not a problem in the gear box. I now have other problems. I won’t be getting another Peugeot! It won’t start in cold weather and the red engine light comes on and it goes into limp mode! Tim Payne from England

Hi Maria. I have exactly the same problem and have found that it is the synchro that is faulty. I have replaced the gearbox with a recon and the problem solved - Clayton Davison from England

You can buy a really good workshop manual on line contact "eManual online.com" cost less than £10 - Nigel Wheeler from Dorset

Hi, I also had this problem. a mechanic friend simply cable tied the two cables that operate the gear shift under the gearbox. He tied them tightly together and this solved my gear selection problem - Stephen Griggs from England

Peugeot 307 2003

Hi, a couple of days ago I started to get a burning smell coming through my fans when I turned my heating up to number 4 on my Peugeot 307 2003 model. This continued for a couple of days. The the next day I went out in my car and the heating system would not turn on at all. Any ideas what this could be? I checked the fuse and it isn’t that?

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The electrical connector has shorted out. The connector can be found in the drivers side behind the steering wheel, in a very awkward place. I fixed mine by removing the connector and hard wiring with extension and solder. If you search you will find an in depth report on how to fix it - Steve from Norfolk

Peugeot 307 2006

My Peugeot 307`s remote control battery is showing flat and now the car will not start. I have tried jump leads but still nothing. I have tried changing the battery in the key fob but still nothing. There`s a ticking noise when trying to start the engine. Can anyone help?

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Check in your handbook - having fitted new battery to your keyfob you have to hold in the button on the keyfob whist inserting and turning the key to start - D. T. from Cheshire

Peugeot 307 2006

Hi all, my 56 plate Peugeot 307 HDI is losing power/ revs with no warning signs on either. Occasional beep noise comes from the engine during less power. Can anyone offer any help?

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Try and clear the faults, you can get it on Amazon for £13, it’s a good tool to have. My car would start but there was no go in it. I cleared the faults and runs fine now. Try it - Craig from England

Peugeot 407 2006

My Peugeot 407`s heating system is very poor, even when you put it on full blast. Hast anyone got any ideas as it`s driving me mad?

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I would check your pollen or cabin filter - Jason M from England

Peugeot 407 SW 2006

My 2006 Peugeot 407 SW 1.6 hdi cuts out and won’t re-start. Numerous sensors and relays have been changed and also the glow plugs were changed, but still no luck. My last ditch attempt to get it sorted or it goes to the breakers yard. Any suggestions?

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Have you tried to replace the sensor on the exhaust..? In many cars it is a reason, if you car has automatic transmission you can also check the sensors on the transmission "often two but can be three" Hani Hadeish from Norway

Hi Matt. I had a similar problem with my 08 Pug 407, 2L Hdi. Took it back to Arnold Clark under warranty and the fault was traced to a bad contact in the main fuse box. A new box was fitted which cured the problem. The girl in the service dept told me that mine was the third car with this problem within a week. If your problem continues it may be worth getting a diagnostic run on it at a Pug dealer. Be aware the going rate for diagnostics is around £70 per hour. Hope this helps - John Mackay from Ross and Cromarty Shires

Peugeot 308 2009

Hi. My Peugeot 308 has never had a brilliant heater, (takes ages to get hot) but after a recent service (self done not dealer) the heater only gets warm, even after a long drive. When the controls are set to internal face, the passenger side gets slightly warmer than the driver`s side. Does anyone have any ideas? (Petrol)

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OK, you need a few things for the heater to operate. 1) Engine must be up to temperature. 2) Hot water from the engine must be circulating through the heater matrix. 3) Air must be pushed through the heater matrix to pass the heat from the water to the air. It’s easy to tell if the engine is up to temp, and on this age car, it’s unlikely the heater matrix has blocked. I would suspect the problem is between the control panel and the valve that controls the water flow. Either the control panel is not sending the correct signal, or the solonoid is not reacting correctly. The only real way of testing this is to use an oscilloscope to check the signal. Most decent auto techs will do this for a smallish payment, or if you wanted to Maplin do a small oscilloscope perfectly suitable for this for about £100 - G Davies from Monmouthshire

Peugeot 307 2006

My Peugeot 307`s driver`s side rear light cluster failed. I assumed initially it was the bulbs. On taking them out of the cluster 3 out of the 5 were discoloured, although all the filaments were intact. I changed them all to be safe but it made no difference, the complete cluster still didn`t work. On closer inspection of the white plastic connector for where all the wires come in, I see the middle prong in the connector has melted or burned away, such that it is shorter than the other four. There is some darkening of the plastic around the base of the connector. Presumably this line has been heating up for some reason. My question is whether this is a known issue and whether it`s an easy fix for an Auto Electrician? Cheers. (307 Hdi Station Wagon/Estate)

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It’s a common issue with rear light clusters, that pin which has melted is your earth pin caused by high resistance - simple fix repair connector - Kev from England

Peugeot 1007 2007

My Peugeot 1007`s screen wash is not coming through. I checked the fuse and the pump but there is no power going through the wires to the pump. Could this be the earth wire that is the problem or does anyone have any other ideas? I don`t think it`s the stalk as everything else on it is working. The wipers are fine, even when you pull the stalk forward for the washers the wipers are going fine, there`s just no liquid coming through. Can anyone help? Thanks.

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Hi, my car is suffering with the same problem. I was wondering if you have already sorted the issue, I could check mine 1007. Regards - Andy from Kent

Hi there, I’ve had the same problem more than once, and the only way to fix it has been to change the fuse, even though it doesn’t look blown. This has worked for me every time, to the point i even keep a spare fuse in the car now, just in case! Joanne Silver from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2003

My Peugeot 206 CC`s roof alarm goes off all the time. The electronic process of putting the roof down still works, however it does not put the windows down first. The windows do not work when the roof is down and the de-mister has stopped working. What is the problem?

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Hi there, you need to take it to your dealer and get it reset, it takes about 15 minutes. This happened to me as well – Richard Twyford from England

Peugeot 206 2003

My Peugeot 206`s wipers stopped working and the garage says it’s something to do with a control box behind the steering wheel. What is this box and is it easy to replace?

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They sell them at Euro Car Parts. A guide on how o fit can be found on www.206info.co.uk - Karl Dean from England

Peugeot 308 2008

Despite replacing the indicator bulb on my Peugeot 308, the rear left indicator will not work. I have checked the bulb and the socket, all seem okay. Is this a circuit or voltage problem? (Diesel)

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I’ve had this problem with both of my rear indicator lights. It seems that the final block connector to the rear light cluster isn’t particularly well made. I have looked at mine and it looks like some arching has taken place resulting in an oversized socket connector. I have resolved this by packing out the connector socket (for a short term solution) with tin foil. Ultimately the rear connector (female side) will need replacing - Dave Mess from England

Peugeot 107 2007

I have not used my Peugeot 107 for the past 10-14 days, now it will not start, absolutely nothing. It will not turn over at all-not a sound coming from it. It`s always left outside and I`ve had the car from new with only 9,000 on the clock. My husband tried putting leads from his Volvo to my Peugeot but nothing. What shall I do?

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Mine too! I will buy a new battery, I did try to charge the battery, but it didn’t start after anyway - Lene Simonsen from Norway

Peugeot 307 CC 2006

Hi, my Peugeot 307 CC won`t start when it`s cold. It sounds like it`s going to start but no ignition and it keeps doing this for 10 minutes. Can anyone help? Thanks.

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Hi, mine does this in the cold too. Just as it`s turning over, (or about to start failing), just give it a bit of gas and tap it a few times to keep it going and it should be okay - Gregg Fryman from England

Hi, clean the MAP sensor, and before you start your car open the ignition twice and then start - Chucri Kayal from France

Hi Chucri, what is the MAP sensor? Thanks - Keiron Harvey from Kent

Peugeot 407 SW 2008

The anti freeze in my Peugeot 407 SW is yellow. Some dealers say it ought to be red, some say it should be blue/green. Does anyone know which is correct? Someone even suggested that it had gone off, is that possible?

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All anti freeze are correct, the difference is the features and mainly how low temperature they stand before they get icy... what you have to be aware of is not to mix incompatible kinds of antifreeze, otherwise it gets thick like honey... I know the red has best features and stand temperature upto - 45, it’s used in very cold countries... Like mine - Hani Hadeish from Norway

Peugeot 307 2007

Why does my Peugeot 307`s computer keep flashing up oil pressure low, then goes off? I`ve done an oil dip but the oil is okay. I`ve only had this car for nine weeks but it sounds like it`s twenty years old! Does anyone know where I can get a free or cheap diagnostic test? (hdi)

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We just had this same problem & it was the sump plug screw came loose. Works fine now just need to reset the comp now - Les from Inverness-shire

Peugeot 107 2006

I`m having trouble filling my Peugeot 107 with fuel. It`s taking too long from the nozzle on the pump and keeps stopping, even when I`m pulling it out a bit. Any ideas why?

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I had this problem too, turns out you have to fill the tank with the petrol nozzle sideways on rather than putting it into car as you hold it - Helena from Oxfordshire

Hi, there is an air tube at the top of the tank, to let the petrol enter freely, this tube apparently is blocked, you can find one end of this tube connected to the neck of the tank, take it off and blow some air into it and try - Chucri Kayal from France

Peugeot 207 2007

I was driving my Peugeot 207 today and it just stopped dead, it would do nothing, it was completely dead. I had to have it pushed off the road out of the way. Someone jumped it but nothing happened, it`s still dead. Does anyone have any ideas?

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I had something similar in a Citroen van once. Don’t know if it would be the same, wasn’t the battery but turned out to be the CPU had given up, and without it the vehicle wasn’t going anywhere - Andy from England

Peugeot 207 1998

My Peugeot 207 is telling me that the bleep battery is spent. What is this and how is it fixed and likely cost?

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I’m sure it’s the battery in your key fob. Go down the pound shop for a cheap replacement or a jewellers for something a bit better - Andy from England

Peugeot 206 2003

My Peugeot 206`s engine seems to cut out or lose power for a split second, mostly when cold as I try to accelerate to approx 3300 rpm. It feels like a sharp jolt in the engine. It doesn`t seem to do it during calmer driving, only if I am in a bit of a hurry, but it`s not good if it jolts at a critical moment of driving like crossing a busy intersection. A mechanic mate has plugged into the computer diagnostics but it doesn`t indicate any problems. Has anyone come across this issue before? (1.4ltr turbo diesel LX model)

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At a guess it may be something to do with the connection between the alternator and the battery or your battery connection - Mitchell Lal from Derbyshire

I had the same thing. A couple of sensor switches needed replacing which solved the problem. So get an electrician to look at it - Tom Murray from Cornwall

Hi, why don’t you check the diesel filter - Chucri Kayal from France

My mate mechanic seems to have found and fixed my Peugeot 206 problem. He replaced all of the small fuel line matrix located above and behind the engine, including the primer hand pump. There was air getting into the fuel lines somewhere, but no evidence that fuel was leaking out. Getting to one of the pipes at the rear of the engine was the most difficult job, as was tight for access. So far so good. Note: Got second hand pipe matrix from a wrecker as new, was around £120, and have noticed that the newer model Peugeot 206 has a more robust primer hand pump with metal end caps, which is where we suspected the air leak may have been, but was not sure. Coincidence? Hope this helps others, with same problem. Happy days!!!! Rob Brodie from Sussex

Peugeot 106 1998

My Peugeot 106`s power steering keeps coming on and off when driving,and my heater does the same. Are they related in some way and is there a relay switch anywhere? Thanks. (1.5 diesel)

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Power steering is electro hydraulic on my 2001 diesel 106 - when my steering went on and off, but engine still running, it was the alternator starting to fail. Hope this helps - Andy Huckstep from Oxfordshire

Peugeot 307 SW 2005

This morning after a very cold night I released my Peugeot 307 SW`s handbrake but the rear brakes stayed on. Any ideas?

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Hi. Had this problem too, it freezes on. I have to leave mine parked in gear and handbrake off as soon as the weather turns freezing cold - Emily from England

Hi, Rob here pug tech dept, your problem is down to the handbrake cables, they have stretched over time and extreme cold weather causes them to stick, this will get worse over time and can fail an MOT, simply replace the cables around £40 for all of them, simple to fit and you should find your hand brake will improve to - Rob from England

Peugeot 307 2005

It might be me but if my Peugeot 307 is cold would the brake lights not work for some strange reason? Or if the handbrake was on all night? Silly but it annoyed me this morning.

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Try brake light switch on passenger side foot well; they get kicked and break - Lee Smith from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

My Peugeot 207 CC`s engine is not getting warm enough for the heater to blow warm air into the cabin. I`m having to leave it ticking over for 30 minutes, then the oil and water temperature gauges get some sort of reading and it blows warm. Could it be the possiblly wrong thermostat or a sticking one, but surely temperature gauges would read something after 20 minutes?

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I would call this an efficient engine. Sounds like your work journey is less than 20 minutes and your cold feeling cold there lol. It’s the engine warm up time... normal. With anti freeze this may extend at cold start - s d from England

Peugeot 307 2007

I have this message on my Peugeot 307`s monitor, "plip battery spent", just when I start to drive, then it will disappear after 30 seconds. What does this message mean? Thank you.

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The battery in your key fob needs changing - Alan Lowry from Derbyshire

Peugeot 206 2002

I`m trying to change the spark plugs on my Peugeot 206 1.4 litre engine, but my usual plug spanner doesn’t fit. At Halfords they asked if I needed a 10mm, 12mm or 14mm spanner. I have no idea. Can anyone help with the correct size of plug spanner to purchase? Thanks.

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I did mine today, same car > it is a tight space but I used a 3/8th socket set with short extension the socket is a long reach 16mm but but 10mm in spark plug spaner :P Rick Hughes from Lincolnshire

Peugeot 207 2007

My Peugeot 207 keeps losing it`s coolant, the temperature keeps going up and down and I`ve just noticed smoke coming out of the exhaust. Please can anyone help me?

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Take off your oil filler cap and look to see if the oil is milky white. If so your head gasket has probably gone. Good luck - Jay from England

Peugeot 206 2006

My Peugeot 206 feels like it`s going to stall when I am parked up or slow down at lights. It does not cut out but is juddering. What do people think it could be?

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I would checks one or both could give this sympton. First of all locate the Idle Control Valve and remove it (two torx screws) the valve is probably oiled up from deposits of the rocker cover breather tube. Try cleaning it with a toothbrush and WD40 or replace it but first option is cheaper. Second unplug the cable from the Mass Airfllow Sensor and see if it makes a difference, if so then replace the sensor - Paul Mullen from Cornwall

Peugeot 206 2000

Please can anyone shed some light on why my Peugeot 206`s dashboard dials have started intermittently dropping to zero then coming back on? Also this sometimes affects the headlights which flicker when in use. It has been to a mechanic who cannot find anything causing this and the fact that the lights are on a seperate loop to the dashboard problem, it’s driving me nuts. Please can anyone help?

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This could be a fault with the BSI unit, all kinds of weird things happen when these units goes wrong. I would try to do a BSI reset and see if that sorts it out. Put the driver’s window down, lift the bonnet and ensure all equipment is switched off. Ensure all doors are closed and remove key from the ignition. Wait for 3 minutes, disconnect the vehicle battery and wait 15 seconds. Reconnect the vehicle battery, wait a further 10 seconds (do not open doors). Switch on the side lights through the driver’s window. Switch on the ignition and check system’s functionality. Hold lock button on key down for 10 seconds. Remove key open and close door test central locking system. Start the engine and complete the system’s check. May not fix the fault but it’s worth a try... Paul Mullen from Cornwall

Hi, I had the same thing, used to get a click, all the dials went to zero, a second later they come back, sometimes flickered head lights and even caused the wipers to start! Two garages could find nothing. I replaced the whole instrument cluster. The problem was a bad earth on the clutch housing, fixed in about two minutes. Check the black wire screwed into the metal casing near the clutch, you can also check any other wires attached to engine or gearbox. If this fails, on older pugs the group of cables that dip under the air box can rot in their water trap, pull back the sleeve and check, fortunately mine were okay. Mine is a 1.1 2002 look model - Adam Jarvis from England

Peugeot 307 2006

I`ve just bought my Peugeot 307 and noticed the temperature dial stops at 75, is this normal? Also when lowering the driver’s door window it stops when moving down and if I press the button to go back up the window continues to go down. Then when I press it again the window closes. Please can anyone give me any advice? (1.6 SE petrol)

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I think it’s a std fault on your car as mine does exactly the same. Peugeot say they can fix it but it will cost, so I just live with it - Terry from Denmark

Peugeot 307 2002

My Peugeot 307`s passenger side door will not open. When you press the key fob you can hear the door locking mechanism clicking but you cannot open the door. The driver`s side door and tailgate are opening normally. Does anyone have any ideas?

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This is probably the door lock mechanism/actuator has gone bad. Funny enough I have a 2007 VW Jetta and I have this EXACT problem right now with the passenger side door not opening - Sheldon Quash-Boxhill from Trinidad and Tobago

Peugeot 206 CC 2005

The N/side seatbelt of my Peugeot 206 CC is soaking wet although I’ve not seen water coming in the window or door. I haven`t noticed water or damp anywhere else though. Any ideas? (1600cc)

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Probably the roof seals, its a common symptom. Try a liberal coating of silicone grease all over the roof seals, in particular where the roof seals meet the rear window seals. It will help prevent water penetration and also make your seals nice and black. Also check the front door window to make sure the glass is closing tight and making a good seal. There are adjustments inside the door panel to lift the window up if needed. PS the roof seals usually leak at the roof hinge just above the seat belt, stick your finger up into the gap and feel for any moisture. The silicone grease usually works very well and is a cheap fast solution. I make sure to apply it every 2 months or so, just to keep it maintained, also a good idea to drop the roof, open the boot and you can get great access to the seals from there - Chris from Merthyr Tydfil

Peugeot 308 2009

Both dipped headlights have stoppd working at the same time on my Peugeot 308. I have changed the fuses and bulbs. The highbeam and side lights work okay. What could it be?

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I’m afraid I don’t have an answer, but the exact same thing has happened to me. Right beam didn’t work, then it did, then both went off, had to get AA out as was half way home! Guy got both working, then R off this morning, and as I stopped for petrol, now both off, so had to come home again. So frustrating!!! If I find out what the prob is I’ll let you know... (checked fuses and they’re fine. Bulbs not gone either - Lee Waller from Mid-Lothian (Edinburghshire)

Peugeot 107 2007

My Peugeot 107 has a temperature bulb coming up after a warning of STOP flashing on the display in red. What is the problem?

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The engine is too hot, the sensor is away or the radiator fan is not kicking in when it is too hot. Have you heard the fan going? Have you checked the radiator water and oil levels? Is there any wet patches under your car? Keith from Scotland

Peugeot 308 2011

Hi there! I would need some response for anyone who possesses a Peugeot 308 |(possibly 11 REG). I seem to have a fault regarding the aircon. My car just accumulates steam which does not go, even with aircon activated to full power (5). it just take ages to clear the front windscreen. Even after travelling for almost 20 minutes, I do not have full visibility! The garage said that they could not reproduce the fault. Could anyone please come back to me? How long does it take to clear steam from your windscreen in current weather conditions? Thank you.

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Hi. Make sure you do NOT have the heater set to the recirculate position - fresh air setting demists much quicker! Could also be moisture in your heating system or damp car mats. I don’t use the air con to demist and it clears in mins. Have had 4 Peugeot’s and never had any prob - Murray L from Perthshire

Change the pollen filter - John from Scotland

Peugeot 307 CC 2006

My Peugeot 307 CC`s passenger side carpet is soaked with a clear grease like fluid. Any idea what this may be? Also the coolant container is completely empty, could this be linked? Thanks.

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Most likely it would be air conditioning overflow as it is very easy for the hoses to get blocked. It is an easy fix if you take it to your local mechanic they will be able to fix it. As for the coolant level you are most likely looking in the overflow bottle which should have coolant in it and if empty is a sign that you are going to need more coolant shortly - Andrew from Australia

I had the same problem. Peugeot identified it as leaking heater radiator seals (located on the right side of the passenger foot well, behind the lower dash), resulting in the water (and coolant) leak on the passenger side, draining of the coolant water/fluid container and eventually overheating of the engine. I had to had my heater radiator replaced - Johan from South Africa

Peugeot 307 Estate 2001

My brake lights refused to come one on my Peugeot 307 XT Estate (2001) and after a Google session I came to the conclusion that it might be the light switch next to the brake pedal. After somehow climbing upside down and inside out in the foot well, I poked the switch with a screwdriver and the brake lights were permanently on so I re-poked and they are now off. So it’s safe to say, it’s the switch. The problem is how on earth do you change it? It’s in an impossible to get at location. I don’t have a manual and can’t find anyone’s homemade images. Can anyone help me with how you go about this? Thanks.

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I had a problem with intermittantly working brake lights and my local French Peugeot garage informed me that it is a switch which is located somewhere under/behind the glove box. My car is a right hand drive 307 estate 2006 and this switch has been replaced twice now in the last 4 years and costs around 12 euros a time. Apparently its a common fault on various models!!! Clare from France

Peugeot 206 2000

My Peugeot 206 1.1 seems to be running only on 3 cylinders. Would it be worth changing the plugs first and then the coil pack, or both at the same time and is there a firing sequence on the Peugeot 206 1.1?

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Has same problem on my sons 1.4, changed an injector, the coil pack and even the BSI, EMI, Ignition barrel and sender unit without sucess. Turned out to be three different things all combined to produce the fault. Clean or change the idle control valve (sympton is car stalls when idling or approaching roundabouts / traffic lights), unplug the Mass Airflow Sensor cable (sympton engine runs rough when plugged in and runs smoother when unplugged) if this happens change the sensor. Change the fuel injectors, second hand is ok if known to be good working ones but must match the existing injector colour coding, I cleaned the idle control, change the Mass Sensor and changed all 4 injectors and problems went away - Paul Mullen from Cornwall

Peugeot 206 CC 2007

My Peugeot 206 CC shows an Engine Warning Sign (Antipollution Fault). Can anyone explain please and how can it can be corrected?

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Hi, we have experienced this when on a touring holiday in France... eventually the anti-pollution warning turns into a Catalytic Converter fault... after about 4 cycles of the fault have been detected. Various English people had a look but no joy, so it was towed to a French Peugeot garage. This might sound wierd but the French mechanic told us not to pause as we turned the key in the ignition... a quick turn of the key was required. I looked a bit dubious, but tried... it worked. It happened again about 6 months later as we started it on our drive at home... switched the engine off... waited 10 seconds... turned the key quicky in the ignition... fault gone. There’s nothing as queer as cars... especially French ones... lol Good luck - Olivia Peugoet from England

Having the same problem... engine management, anti pollution... Had new ignition coil fitted, spark plugs changed, new cam sensor, new hoses, engine flushed for carbon build up and still not running right... now have to send to Peugeot dealer... I am not happy... had the car two months and no end of problems... really disappointed - Debbie Midwinter from England

Put a decent amount of bp high octain fuel in, take it for a good spin. This cured my problem! Oz from Lancashire

Peugeot 307 2003

Hi, the heating in my Peugeot 307 works fine up to level 3 but when I turn it up full it stops all together. Any idea why and what is the solution?

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Sounds like a resistor - Kev from England

Peugeot 307 2002

My Peugeot 307 hdi is blowing out a massive amount of white smoke from the exhaust and it smells like burning. Someone mentioned that my turbo had probably gone. Is this right? I assumed my turbo had gone months ago as it stopped kicking in and the car just struggled to pick up speed, but we have just carried on not really seeing it as much of a problem. But now this has started happening. Can anyone please help?

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I have same problem but I changed egr and now turbo changing. Hope finger cross let c tomorrow - Syed Kazmi from Middlesex

Peugeot 307 2006

After noticing oil on the ground. I took my Peugeot 307 to a garage. The dip stick was bone dry and there was oil in the water coolant that had turned the water brown. The car went on the ramp and there appeared to be oil leaking out of the sump. The mechanic changed the sump and put detergent in to clean out the oil from the water cooler. 3 weeks later after the repair the oil is still going into the water coolant. The dipstick is showing full oil levels. My question is about the oil still going into the water cooler. What could be causing this? I have not been having any problems starting the car or with over heating. Also how would changing the sump have fixed the oil going into the water coolant? Finally is it safe to drive my car? Thanks.

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It is safe to drive the for some certain limits, I think you have to change all the gaskets and seal kits on that part... Diego Arellano from Qatar

Peugeot Boxer 2007

I have a Peugeot Boxer van, 2007 3Ltr Diesel 4 cylinder. What I would like to know is does this engine have a cam belt or a chain? Also sometimes but not always the engine "hunts" at idle, never stalling but going really slowly then over revving. What is this a sign of failing? Many thanks to anyone that can help. (3Ltr 4 cylinder Diesel)

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Your van egr probably needs changing - Stephen Dyas from France

Peugeot 207 2009

I have what can be described as a creaking noise coming from the rear of my Peugeot 207. It`s more obvious when going over rough ground and speed ramps. I removed everything from the boot but it is still there. Also I have a cluncking noise from the fromt driver`s side when turning on full lock. It may be the shock absorbers and would anybody have any ideas how to cure it?

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Your boot noise is probably the boot catch. It was on mine. I took ages to find it. The creaking is your shocks which need tightening. We obviously had our car built by the same man - Mikky Davenport from Cheshire

The creaking noise is almost certainly the boot rubber seal as the tailgate moves against it when the car body flexes. Adjusting the rubber stops to make the tailgate shut tighter against the seal should help! :-) Paul from Norfolk

Peugeot Boxer 2006

My Peugeot Boxer`s ignition barrel has collapsed so I`m replacing it with an aftermarket barrel and key. These are not coded, but will they still start the van if I place the original coded key next to the ignition when turning the new one? It worked on my Transit when the ignition barrel packed up on that! Any suggestions? (2ltr)

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Open the original key fob (screw beneath the disc on the back) remove the glass file immobiliser chip carefully from its plastic houseing in the back half of the fob. Reassemble the unit, key and remote locking will still work. Drill the new key plastic beside the key tang to same size as glass file cut the side of the hole, expanded cut, fit file remove the expander and the plastic of the fob will hold the file in place glue if required - Bernard from Norfolk

Peugeot 207 2011

I have noticed an intermittent clicking sound coming from the fuse box/ glove compartment area of my Peugeot 207 and this area is not lit as stated in the manual. It`s starting to annoy me now! Please can anyone advise before I need to contact main dealer? Thanks.

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Is it when the rear wiper is on (intermittent). The servo for this is quite loud, and if so it’s normal - Ken Griggs from Lancashire

Peugeot 307 2006

When I switch on and turn the key to start my Peugeot 307 a notice appears saying ; PLIP BATTERY SPENT. I have had the battery checked and it is okay,, holding it`s charge well. The car starts without any problem. What should I do?

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It’s the battery in the key fob that needs replacing - Chris from Lanarkshire

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

My Peugeot 407 SW Zenith has so many orange warning lights on that I feel so insecure going out in it. The abs keeps coming on and the ESP symbol has a cross on it as if it is malfunctioning. If I go into cruise control another warning light comes on saying it is not working. Has anyone got any advice? (Zenith auto 2ltr diesel)

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Abs and esp warning could be a result of a defective speed sensor and or reluctor ring. You will need to go onto a diagnostics to find out which wheel is playing up. Not sure about cruise control problem though, don’t believe that’s part of the same fault - Humpo from England

Each wheel will have its own ABS sensor. The annoying part is the whole system turns off and leaves you with no ABS or traction control if one sensor fails. You will need to take it to a garage for them to verify which wheel and replace it. I would suggest you replace them in pairs as the other one will probably fail within 6 months - Darren Meehan from Northamptonshire

There’s also a sensor on the brake pedal that gives the same fault - Ken from Worcestershire

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

I have a problem with my Peugeot 407 SW, the heating is not working on the passenger side, it blows only cold air. What can I do or how do I fix it? Thanks. (Estate)

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I had the same problem, you need a new heater unit which cost £58 through a Peugeot dealer but approx. £600 to fit as all the centre dash and console has to be removed! Cliff Kilshaw from Lancashire

Peugeot Expert 2005

Hi all. I’ve been having a problem with my Peugeot Expert`s brake pedal. When I press it it just keeps going down until it hits the floor, but it`s not been too long since I got my brake mass cylinder changed and servo. Also the mechanic that changed it said because it was second hand parts to try new genuine parts. Any ideas as to what it can be?

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If it is happening randomly, it could be your brake vacuum pump. I had the same problem. Luckily, I have a great mechanic who was on to it immediately. It cost me £130 for the new part, and £40 to be fitted. Hope this helps - Barry Daws from Lancashire

Peugeot 107

My Peugeot 107`s horn won’t turn off. It started by itself and the only way to stop it is by leaving it in reverse with the ignition on. Can anyone help?

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Sounds like you need a new ignition barrel - Keith from Scotland

Peugeot 206 2005

When I am driving slowly, in a car park or when traffic slows down for even a short time and even in cold weather, the central (STOP) warning light comes on in my Peugeot 206 with a beeping sound and the water temperature gauge goes right up until the fan comes in and it goes down to a normal level again. It will do this several times in the space of 5 minutes or so. Is it okay to ignore it, as I have been told by our garage mechanic? It doesn’t seem to be causing any problem apart from the fact that it is rather alarming and I don’t usually ignore warning signals! Is it just to warn you of a problem if it comes on at normal driving speeds?

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Not sure whether you’ve resolved this. You can’t ignore a temperature warning light because you’ll blow the head gasket eventually. I had a similar problem accompanied by the console message: "Engine coolant temperature too high." It’s most likely the thermostat or the temperature switch. The thermostat is cheaper so maybe do that first (watch out for air bubbles). In my case the cause was a faulty temperature switch (part # 1338.A6) - Paul from South Africa

Peugeot 308 2008

Could anyone tell me why my Peugeot 308`s heater is not blowing hot air? I can feel a little heat coming through but not enough to heat the inside of the vehicle, thankyou.

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You will more than likely have a faulty radiator, check to see if there is a leak as I had the same problem with mine - Tracey Skelton from Yorkshire

Peugeot 107 2006

How do I remove the carpet behind the passenger seat on my Peugeot 107? It seems to be very tight fitting and there is water coming in from somewhere, so I need to get the carpet dried as the inside of the car keeps getting iced up. Can anyone help?

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I have same problem. I have been told to remove back light and put some sealant on both sides of seal and replace light fitting. Do this on both lights. Clear bathroom sealant would be better. I am even putting some on the boot seal. Hope this works, so do I - Dave Shaw from England

Peugeot 207 2009

My Peugeot 207 has a display which says that PLIP Battery Spent when I switch the ignition on and disappears after a few seconds. Can anyone tell me what is the warning about? Thanks.

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It’s the battery in the car keys. This is also called the PLIP key. Your battery power in the key is low, that is all - James from Ayrshire

The warning is regarding the battery in you key fob remote, used for central remote locking and alarming your car and registering the key to the car. It takes a small flat battery like a watch battery http://www.amazon.co.uk/Panasonic-CR1620-Lithium-Battery-Blister/dp/B0042JI5M0. You may have to reprogramme it after changing the battery though. I THINK putting in the key, turning it to position 1 or A then within 10 seconds press either button, the car should be unlocked during this process, although, you may want to check that out im not 100% sure - Colm McK from Ireland

Hi. Your Plip battery is the one in the key fob remote, change battery and problem solved! Hope this helps - Geoff from Warwickshire

Just get new batteries for your keys and change quickly then put them in ignition as normal and it will rectify itself. It is just telling you it is time to change the batteries in the key remote. Do not leave batteries out for long as otherwise you will have to reset the keys - Sarah Bateman from Cambridgeshire

Peugeot 407 2005

On my Peugeot 407`s dashboard vehicle check which occurs every time you switch the engine on, I used to get a display for the tyres saying "pression Okay". If there was something wrong with the pressures the check display would say "pression controlee". However, since I changed a valve in the tyre this check no longer shows up on screen. Peugeot tells me that it shouldn’t but it has for 5 years and so I don’t know why it has gone. The dealer says the sensors are working but now I haven’t got the comfort of being told they are okay before I set off each time. Any answers please? (HDi)

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Hi Kathy. My 407 greets me with the same statement "precession okay" which I understand to mean that its okay to precess that is movement - drive. :-) Had the car for two and a bit years and covered 84,000 kms with to date no problems whatsoever :-) Ann Melb Vic Au

The pression ok is telling you that the tyre pressures are ok. This only works on vehicles fitted with tyre pressure sensors. If you have these sensors fitted then the system should still show up on your dashboard as pression ok unless 3 of the 4 sensors are not working. When you have these sensors fitted and replace 1 it has to be programmed into the cars ECU. If there is nothing showing up on the system check at start up then the fault code may need to be reset. This system and these sensors are expensive. Computer checks of system at dealer cost around £90. After various problems with mine I removed all 4 and had normal rubber valves fitted. And got the dealer to switch of the system check in the ecu. Back to old fashioned check of tyre pressures but has saved me a fortune - Don Williams from Stirlingshire

Peugeot 206 2005

My Peugeot 206 took a few attempts to start and today all the dials on the dash flickered to zero and there was a loud beep noise. The car clock and radio also reset to zero. Also the airbag alert came on a couple of weeks ago. Does anyone know why my car did this?

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Your battery has a dead cell/s. Time to replace it - Paul from South Africa

I would check the main earth cable from the battery to the top of the gearbox housing / top of gearbox housing to the car body. The cables are prone to break / fracture near the crimped fittings and cause a bad earth. Engine movement / rocking eventually fractures the coopper wires. Easy job to fault fined and less than 15minutes to replace. Second hand cable from vehicle breakers cost less than £1 - Paul Mullen from Cornwall

Peugeot 207 2011

I drove my Peugeot 207 through a 2 foot deep flooded road last night and the car died. I got it pushed out and it was just clicking when trying to start it. I waited an hour, it was trying to turn over so I waited another half hour and eventually got it started. White smoke was coming out of the exhaust so I left it overnight, then tried it and eventually got it started. White smoke was still coming out of the exhaust still for about an hour then cleared up about 90%. It`s now got a bad diesel knock and is misfiring. At the same time as this happened the heaters now only blow out cold air. What should I do?

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You’ve jammed engine and popped the cylinder head, that’s why heaters are cold, water going straight out exhaust ....100% guaranteed - Steve Niks from England

Peugeot 307 2003

When my Peugeot 307 suddenly started chugging after starting we changed the plugs and are now changing the ignition coil and the dashboard instructons have changed to German. What else could it be? (rapier 1.4)

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Will be an airleak somewhere, common problem. If no error codes show then the leak will be after the airflow meter. With engine running, spray lighter fuel around all airpipes and if there is a change in idle at a particular point, then that is where the air leak is. Dash language can be changed by using the 2 buttons on either side of clock in centre of dash :) Dave Day from Lancashire

Peugeot 206 2000

Hi, my Peugeot 206`s heater/air con fan cuts in and out all the time. It`s my son`s car and dads are supposed to fix them it seems! Any ideas? Thanks. (1.6 Roland Garos)

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Ours does this too! Something to do with a connector block behind the dash we think? Tony Bevins from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2003

Hi, when I put the key in the ignition and start my Peugeot 206 CC I get this beeping sound like I’ve left the lights on, but they aren’t on. It continuously beeps whilst the car is running, only stopping once the key is removed. I’ve checked the light switch, all working fine. I`ve checked everything else I can think of as well. Any ideas please?

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Without seeing your car, may I suggest you replace the remote key battery. Often ignored but funny thing can happen when the battery is low - Ron Sutton from Monmouthshire

It’s your roof causing this problem. There are two white hooks that move in the boot, give them a wiggle and all should be fine - Johnny Bee from England

Peugeot 308 SW 2008

Hi. My Peugeot 308 SW`s clutch completely failed at the weekend and I needed a tow home. I have been told I need a new clutch, slave system, flywheel, the full monty so what can I expect the cost to be including labour? Cheers.

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Had the same problem, with ours, after 30000 miles. I think Peugeot wanted about £1600, but I got my local garage to do it for £1200. It’s a nightmare job, and takes about 8 hours as it’s difficult to get at. So good luck. Now ours needs the FAP changed or removed as that’s failed as well. I’ll never buy another Peugeot - Jon Morley from Cheshire

Peugeot Boxer 1996

My Peugeot Boxer`s radiator has 2 fans, the one on the right as you look at the vehicle cuts in when the temperature reaches 100 deg . But I have never seen the left hand fan cut in. Are they supposed to cut in together or are they set for different temperature settings? (motorhome)

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Probably the same as the 2 fans on the Fiat Ducato engine (motorhome). They are supposed to come on at the same time, but if you look you will see that one is mounted with the wiring at the top and the other with the wiring at the bottom. This means that the lefthand fan has a hole facing such that water gets into the fan and over time this fan seizes up. When I got a replacement fan I modified it such that the hole now faces the same way as the right hand fan - Anthony Oliver from Spain

Peugeot 206 CC 2004

I have a Peugeot 206 CC 2004 plate. When it rains the floor behind my driver`s side is a puddle of water. It has had a new roof seal 12 months ago. Any solutions to what or where the leak may be coming from? Thanks.

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I have the same problem in mine (also a 2004 model) - but a significant (bail bucket please!!) puddle behind the passenger side. There is a wee hole at the bottom where the rear window doesn’t sit properly against the side of the car so water runs along the rail around the boot and past the seal and in through the hole into the car. The latest theory is that the seal is sitting too low (i.e it’s slipped down a little) letting the water in through the hole. I’m hoping that a bit of panel beating on the part of the boot that sits on the seal will provide more pressure, and stop the leak. Also, the now damp interior appears to have fried my electrics - so I advise taping or fixing as soon as you can! Yvonne from New Zealand

I was advised to clean then smear the rubber seals on my roof with vaseline every autumn by my mechanic as I kept getting wet footwell in my 207 cc... it worked - Julie Chiker from England

Peugeot 206 2002

Hi, recently my Peugeot 206`s gear stick is very very hard to put into gear, especially first and third. It is worse when changing down gears. I have driven through floods so I was wondering would that have an effect at all? Thanks.

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I have the same problem?? If anyone lets u know? Shaunna Malone from Wiltshire

Peugeot 206 CC 2001

I have a buzzer sounding under the dash on the driver`s side of my Peugeot 206 CC when in motion but it stops when I stop. Any idea how to resolve this please?

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Had a problem where the buzzer sounded when I set of and got faster as I drove. I opened and closed the roof and it went away. Check that your roof if fully closed, the buzzer sounds if the computer thinks you are driving while trying to open or close the roof. Best of luck! Jon McGarvey from France

Peugeot Expert 2011

How do you turn off the auto locking of the doors of my Peugeot Expert? Also how do you get the radio to fade to the rear larger speaker? Regards.

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Assuming Expert interior same as Fiat Scudo (same vehicle, different badge), the auto locking is billed as ’anti-aggression safety device’ and locks doors at 10kmh. To activate or deactivate, with the ignition key in the M position (as if running), press and hold the lock button A (upper one at left of centre open compartment under the radio) until it activates/deactivates. Assuming you have RD4 standard radio, switch on radio and press musical symbol (clef) button until display shows FAD (for fader) then up/down buttons above and below OK - Dee Carter from Australia

Peugeot 207 CC 2003

Hi, I had to drive through flood water today and straight after my Peugeot 206 CC started juddering, I had a cat converter and anti pollution fault and the engine light lit up on the dashboard. I drove it home and even though I had my foot right down on the accelerator it wouldn’t go much faster than 30 mph. Could there be water in the fuel tank or another problem? If water in the tank what should I do? Thanks for any help.

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You have either water or fuel in your catalytic converter. Clogging a thing they call Cops. Catalytic converters are used in internal combustion engines to reduce harmful carbon monoxide emissions. They also break down nitrogen oxides to nitrogen and oxygen and hydrocarbons into water and carbon dioxide. Catalytic converters accomplish these tasks by causing chemical reactions with the exhaust emissions as they flow through. The catalyst used most often in converters are platinum, rhodium or palladium, as these are very reactive metals. The core of the converter is often ceramic or stainless steel. They are formed like a honeycomb to increase the surface area, which increases the effectiveness of the catalyst. Many problems can arise with catalytic converters, which can affect how the engine runs - a j from England

Peugeot 407 SW 2004

How do I fix my Peugeot 407 SW`s rear electric windows? They just drop down and when I try to operate them there is a grinding noise. Thank you.

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You need to change the power window regulators, they are operated by a thin steel cable that is very easy to break once it gets dry and corroded... if you’re lucky you can fix it and do not forget to fill with spray teflon which is the best at reasonable price - Hani Hadeish from Norway

Peugeot Expert 2008

I have this Peugeot Expert van. Please can anyone tell me where is the blower motor heater resistor on this van?

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If the car is rhd the resistor is under the glove box and the common problem is not the resistor its the plug of the resistor, one of the 3 connections will be burned. Good luck - Joseph Cauchi from Malta

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

We have a Peugeot 207 CC convertible but when the roof is on there is a noisy rattle/ knocking coming from the boot area behind the driver`s seat. We have had new boot struts fitted, but the problem persists. Any suggestions as to the problem?

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I have the same. Open your boot and at the back you will see a flat-ish black plastic bar facing you, running across the boot as part of the roof mechanism. There’s 2 screws in this bar, and my money is on the one on the right being loose. Tighten it and job sorted. It will come loose again, and you will have to keep tightening it, but at least it’ll stop the rattle for a bit - Kat from Lancashire

Hi, buy some lock tight thread locker from Halfords, this will save the repeated problem, and you can still undo the screw/bolt when needed - a j from England

Peugeot Boxer 2000

The engine on my Peugeot Boxer stopped working and I have been told that the cam belt has broken. What other damage can I expect to have occured to the internals of the engine or is it just a belt replacement?

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As a rule the ones I’ve fixed after the belt has failed has snapped the cam shaft into small pieces but it is possible to have done more damage. Okay, all the best from Gary Tettmar from London

Peugeot 407 SW 2006

How do you change km to miles on my Peugeot 407 SW? Nothing through the radio changes it or the menu display configuration, when you click on it nothing on it to do with changing it comes up. Any suggestions?

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It may have the wrong display unit in. That’s what mine was, I couldn’t find it in menu, now I have the right unit in and I can now change it to miles - Julie from England

Peugeot 206 2001

Hi. My Peugeot 206 was driving fine, I switched it off and then got out to lock the door but nothing happened. When I tried to start it there`s no power at all, no light on the dash. I changed the battery, nothing. I again tried to jump start it and still nothing. Can anyone help please?

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Same thing happened to me today morning, I don’t no what to do either, I am sorry. I need help on this as well - Rekha Parmar from London

Peugeot 307 2002

Hi, the back light on the panel of my Peugeot 307 for the radio/clock and weather temperature is not working. Could it be the bulb or fuse?

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It’s the bulbs, there are 3 of them - Steve Pope from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2007

Hi, it keeps coming up that my Peugeot 207 CC`s remote battery is flat. I have changed the battery in the fob but this is still happening. Can anyone help? Thanks.

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Hi. Had the same problem, but 2" of water on the passengers foot well. When I changed the battery I did not replace the two plastic covers properly this was the cause. Also look where the main wires go through the bulk head! (same place) Had to completely strip the inside (seats, carpets etc). Hope this helps - Mike B from Lincolnshire

Hi there, I have the same problem. The answer on here doesn’t answer it. Did you manage to solve this problem of, after changing battery, warning light staying on? Helen Frame from England

Peugeot 308 SW 2008

I have just purchased a Peugeot 308 SW Estate, (nice car), but how on earth do you gain access to the spare wheel that is stored underneath the rear? I can’t see any levers in the boot space and the handbook is very vague on this subject. I need to know just in case I get a flat tyre etc. Can anyone help?

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Hi, they don’t have one!! It’s one of those can things - Claire from England

Of course they do!!! It’s hanging under the boot under the car!!! DOH!! David Naylor from Lancashire

Of course, it is a little tricky, there is a small cap in the left side of the boot. You have to lift this, and use the wheel wrench to turn the bolt underneath, this will hoist the spare wheel down to the ground, it is hanging in a wire. Have fun - Johnny Westmann from Denmark

Thank you Johnny Westmann, seems logical now - David Naylor from England

Peugeot 308 2008

My Peugeot 308`s driver`s door will not open from inside. This has followed a period when the doors lock themseves within 30 seconds of entering the car, whether the doors are open or closed or whether the key is in the ignition or not. Automatic door locking is disabled. I do not get a warning when the head or side lights are left on when I open the driver`s door and without the key in the ignition. Are all of these things linked and does anyone have any suggestions for repair? Thanks in advance. (Sport)

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I had a similar problem on my Peugeot 308 SW. It was very annoying having to open the window to get out and then close the window afterwards. I sat in the car and kept pressing the lock button on the dashboard and then pressing the unlock on the key fob and it eventually cured the problem - Terry Kidd from Hampshire

Peugeot 407 2005

I just bought a Peugeot 407. How does the air conditioning function? I don`t seem to be able to get it off or it could be maybe I am old timer? Which button or functionality will switch it off?

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To turn off the unit turn the fan switch to left until all is quiet and the air con should be off... Denis Potter from England

Go into your menu setting for interior and set air conditioning to off. If you are in the Joburg area, you can just come around to my place and I’ll show you how to do it because it will repeatedly go on when you press certain button selections. Email me on brinodup@gmail.com for any further assistance - Brian du Preez from South Africa

Peugeot 207 SW 2012

We recently purchased a secondhand dog gate to go into our Peugeot 207 SW. It is an origianl Peugeot part but not obvious how to fix it, especially the small top arms. I have tried searching for instructions on the web, and checking the hand book but no luck. Can anyone help? (Allure)

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Hi, probably a bit late, but just in case. I fitted a genuine Peugeot dog guard last year. The guard arrives with a set of templates which you cut out and then use to mark positions in the headlining for the top arms. You then cut out the corresponding positions in the headlining to reveal two ’hooked’ areas which carry the top arms of the guard. The guards are not supplied with the hinged blanking plates which are usually provided on new cars where a dog guard was requested as an option. These therefore need to be purchased separately for around £5. It’s a very fiddly job and not for the faint hearted when it comes to cutting up the headlining. The templates are not really that helpful and all I can say is that it pays to measure and remeasure the placement of the holes on each side. On the plus side, once fitted, the guard is solid, and doesn’t impede on space in the boot as with cheaper universal guards - MJ D from Carmarthenshire

Peugeot Expert 1998

Hi. I recently got a non turbo Peugeot Expert. I wasn`t expecting it to be fast, but it`s top speed is 60mph! Any idea what`s wrong? Thanks.

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Who was the original owner? Because some vans purchased by some companies have their vehicles restricted to a certain speed limit, it has something to do with the injector pump and can be sorted by a Diesel Engine company - Mark from England

Peugeot 206 2003

Would anyone know roughly how much it may cost to have the rear brake cylinders replaced, both sides, on a Peugeot 206 1.4 LX please? (4 door 1.4 LX)

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Cost me 240 a few weeks ago, mine were pretty bad leaking brake fluid everywere :( Carl Briley from England

Thanks Carl had them finally done, cost £210. Then the exhaust went. Glad to see the back of the car, hopefully soon - Kulvinder from England

Peugeot Boxer 1995

I have a 95 Peugeot Boxer with 80K miles. The fifth gear makes a horrible noise and keeps popping out of gear while driving. Can the fifth gear set be replaced without removing the gearbox from the vehicle? Does anyone have a picture of the inside of the gearbox? Any help is appreciated.

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Been there, got the T-shirt! Probably the nut that holds the synchro assembly has worked loose and so you cannot keep in gear: if it gets any looser the whole mechanism may jam so that you will be unable to change gear at all, so get this fixed urgently. 5th gear is in a separate housing outside the manin ’box and as I understand it, can be replaced without having to remove the whole box - Robert Napier from Staffordshire

Peugeot 206 2001

Hi, my Peugeot 206`s engine is turning over but it`s not starting and the washer bottle is broken. Can the washer bottle prevent it from starting?

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We had the same problem with ours. It was the immobiliser. Try locking and unlocking the car by remote a couple of times, it worked for us. The washer bottle being broken shouldn’t cause that problem - Daniel Taylor from Yorkshire

Peugeot 308 2008

When I received my Peugeot 308 the display told me how many miles left until diesel was finished. This has disappeared. How do I get it back to tell me how many miles left?

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Push the round button on the end of the indicator stalk until the display shows the item you require - Mark Elliott from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2002

I had my Peugeot 206 CC.`s wing mirrors changed in the garage but my external temperature display is not working. It just shows nought degrees. What could the problem be?

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The temperature sensor is located at the bottom of the mirror. It sounds like they did not take your sensor from your old mirror and replace it in the new one. You can buy the sensor separately if they have thrown your original mirror away - Claire Sankey from England

Peugeot 307 2002

After a recent MOT my Peugeot 307`s mileage has gone from 87,000 to 141,000 and also it is recording a mile and half for every mile I do. What should I do?

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You have probably somehow changed a setting so the odometer is measuiring in kilometres not miles. 1 mile = 1.6 kilometre, which closely aproximates to your 50% too much - Ivan H from New Zealand

Peugeot 106 1998

My Peugeot 106 starts fine and I can drive it, however once I stop and turn the engine off, when I go to start it again it starts but as soon as I push the throttle it won’t rev up and dies. I then start the engine again and it runs? I’ve cleaned the idle control valve and throttle body, it’s had new plugs and the injectors have been checked and all are running fine. It’s as if the engine`s running out of petrol. I’m at my wit`s end. Can anyone help? Thanks. (Quicksilver)

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I had the same issue, changed everything, still not running. I changed the fuel filter, 5 minute job, the car runs like new - Levi James from England

Peugeot Boxer 2008

I’ve just purchased a Peugot Boxer. I didn`t get a handbook with it and my interior lights don`t work. I’ve located a fuse box under the bonnet. Does anyone know of any more and if so where and how do I get to them? Many thanks.

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Hi. I have a 2004 boxer 2.8hdi, fuse box under bonnet on left hand side. Also two more inside the cab. Left hand one is located under the 2/4 screwed on panel next to glove box, other on driver’s side. Hope this helps - Andrew Lockwood from Suffolk

On my van there’s also some fuses at the bottom of the piller between passenger front door and back sliding door. It’s behind a panel, mine’s a lhd so there on the right hand side, but on an English van it could be on the left hand side of the van - Stephen Dyas from France

Peugeot Partner 2005

I have a Peugeot Partner 1.9 D van. When you turn the steering wheel it kicks back towards the centre. This happens in both directions but if you jack the van up and unload the front wheels there is no problem. All the steering joints are free, as is the column U/J, there are no noises and the pump has been replaced to no effect. Can anyone suggest what to do? (1900 Diesel)

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Could be tyre pressure or knuckle on steering - Mike Kelly from Ireland

Peugeot 307 2007

My Peugeot 307 keeps cutting out completely, often after turning a corner. I am accelerating at the time that this happens. The radio goes off, the engine cuts out and there is no power at all. I am able to start the car up again straight away. What could be causing this to happen? Thanks.

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I had a similar problem, it may be the fuel pump in the fuel tank. It has a reservoir that my be leaking so say you turn right the fuel goes to one side and and then there is no fuel to pump though You can get to the fuel pump under back seat driverside. Under the carpet - Dave from England

Peugeot 407 2004

How much does it cost to change my Hdi diesel Peugeot 407`s engine from manual to automatic gearing system?

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This is a change that is way too fundamental to be worth it. Let me use an analogy to demonstrate: "My girlfriend is a little too short for my liking; does anybody know how much the surgery would be to make her taller?" Either sell yours and buy an auto, or learn to get along with a manual. Don’t mistake this for meanness; your question made me chuckle. It’s just not the sort of job a mechanic would ever be asked to do. Somewhere out there is the auto for you - Oliver from Caerphilly

Peugeot 206 SW 2004

My Peugeot 206 SW locks us in on it`s own. I have to open the window and operate the door lock manually. At all other times the central locking works great, but I worry about not getting the window to open when I have my granddaughter (3) in the car. Any ideas please?

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If the glass window in the tail gate is not closed properly, this will cause you locking problem. I have a 206 sw 2008 in Mexico. It is a good car - Tony Cecil from United States of America

Peugeot Expert 1995

My Peugeot Expert`s heater fan is not working. I stripped the dash at the heater and reassembled it. Is it the relay fuse and what fuse is the relay for the heater fan? Thanks.

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I have just repaired my broken heater on my 03 Expert. I first checked the input to the fan @ 8.5 amp, but it ran slow on my bench, so I removed the regulator from the body of the fan housing and wired it directly to a switch, bypassing the slide heater switch which was not working properly, I now have a fan that blows full on, all the time, with no variable speed. Compared to the price to repair properly, all it cost was a 15amp switch and a length of wire. The slide switch on the dash is known to cause problems and the regulator fitted to the heater, so buying s/hand could be a problem. Checking supply/fuse is always the first thing to do. Hope this helps - Andy from Yorkshire

Peugeot 407 2005

Hello, I noticed that there is a inscription on the display of my Peugeot 407, " passenger’s airbag deactivated". Does this mean that the airbag won’t open and how do I fix it? Thank you. (sedan)

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There is a switch to insert the key in the side of the dash panel. The passenger bag can be activated or deactivated as required. If a baby seat is in the passenger seat then it should be deactivated. The door has to be open to get access to it. Mine is on the drivers side (right side) - David Anderson from England

Hello, thank you for the answer. I am aware how to switch off/on the passenger’s airbag manually. I understood that the same sensor in the passenger seat which detects the seat belt also activate or deactivate the airbag of the passenger seat - Todor Ivanov from Bulgaria

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

I bought a Peugeot 407 SW 2 litre 16 v diesel and the power steering oil is low and I don’t know what oil to use, as everybody says there is a special oil that I have to use. Can anyone help and tell me where I can buy it from please?

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Buy it from Peugeot. And fill a wee bit above the full mark. Worked for me and no more judder - Richard Marshall from England

Peugeot 407 2005

I had a new clutch and flywheel fitted to my Peugeot 407 last week. When Idrove it today I had to stop as it was coming up "engine too hot". I stopped and checked the water, it was empty so I bought a large bottle of water and as I filled it it was coming out from a pipe under the bonnet. Also my heating isn`t working. I would appreciate advice please. Any ideas? Thankyou.

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It sounds like the mechanic may have removed the pipe when he did the work and forgot to put it back on. Get in touch with the garage who did your clutch, they should sort it really - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 106 1997

I have a Peugeot 106 1997 1.1. It mostly starts fine and sometimes it drives okay, but then it will sort of lose power and bunny hop about as if I am out of petrol with plenty in the tank. When it does this I stop the car and sometimes it will cut out, other times it will rev by itself. Can anyone please help me?

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My 106 does this also. Only in the winter, usually. My dad suggested that it may need a new distributor cap as moisture maybe getting in. It hasn’t done it for ages now so have not done anything about it - Nicole Hill from Somerset

I’d be looking at the idle control valve myself first if it’s a single point injection - Andy from Oxfordshire

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

I have noticed after I have been driving my Peugeot 407 SW for a while, the car shudders when idling at a stop (like at lights). I had it checked but it still does the same. Does anyone know why?

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Could be the dual mass fly wheel (clutch). Mine did the same and it cost me the best part of £1000 - Richard Marshall from England

Peugeot 807 2003

I changed the Turbo charger on my Peugeot 807. The Peugeot service man has changed the turbo and I still had some problems with a fuel leak and antipollution fault with sensor cap. For the leak I had to change the seals on injectors. I did change a new fuel cap, same as fuel cap sensor but it still goes to antipollution fault and limp mode with P1435 Remote intermittent fault Cap present sensor fault, this makes that antipollution fault and I have as well P0245 Intermittent fault Turbo pressure was measured too high and P0380 Pre-post heating. I spent too much money and this car is still no good for daily use. I will be very happy if anyone knows how to solve my problems please? Thank you. (2.2 HDI executive)

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I let to remove a DPF filter so the other problems gone, but still I having problem with P0245 turbo pressure to hi. Try to change EGR valve and check Swirl which seems to operate correctly. Check just one pipe from EGR valve to swirl and this is OK. Can anyone help please??? Thank you - Jeremy from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2001

My partner`s Peugeot 206 CC had a steering problem, it used to pull to one side on acceleration and pull to the other side when braking. Also, when on full lock and you drive forwards or backwards there is a bit of a clonck and it sounds like the front wheels are dragging sideways rather than turning smoothly. Both bottom suspention arms have now been changed and that sorted out the pulling. But it still has the dragging sound when on full lock. The steering is very sensetive over bumps and moves no matter how large or small the bump is. Has anyone got any idea what could be causing this?

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It sounds like CV joint/boot. I don’t know much about cars, but I had this problem, with the clonking, and with the steering, might need to change the lower arms? Maybe... sounds like it - Abbie Park from England

Hello, I have much the same problem on my wife’s 206 x reg when accelerating pulls very sharp right for a second then when you take your foot off it goes left. Was this the same as your problem? The garage has checked all the ball joints, cannot find the problem and are scratching their heads.What made you change the suspention arms? Hope you sort your problem out, but it’s driving us mad - Martin Scully from Worcestershire

Peugeot 207 2010

Can anyone please tell why my Peugeot 207`s rear speakers are not working but the front two are working? I was told it only comes with the front two speakers working. Is that right?

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I have the 207 1.4 entry level and mine has speaker in the rear doors too. Have you checked the settings on the radio? Chris G from South Africa

On my Peugeot 207 (April 2010) the rear speakers are not installed as standard from manufacturing although the rear speaker grills are - Shaun Miller from Middlesex

Peugeot 206 2002

Hi, my 10 year-old Peugeot 206 has been stalling on start with the electrics re-setting (clock and calendar, not the mileage). The garage ran their ’diagnostics’ and did some obvious checks, (one thing mentioned: a ’bad earth’), but couldn’t find anything wrong. However, the battery failed their ’load test’ so I paid about £70 for a new one. They admitted that a worn-out battery can’t really explain the clock re-set but at least it means we can eliminate it. Fair enough. They couldn’t make it fault as I had described, so I had it back. Two days later, having not been driven for 24 hours, the same thing is happening again. Looks like I’ll be back to the garage on Monday. Any ideas, before this starts costing me more than the car is worth? I’ve just done a quick surf and new ’ignition switch’ or ’mass airflow sensor’ came up. I don’t know much about cars - this is my first and I’ve only had it for 18 months. The other thing I’ve had replaced, apart from the battery, are the spark plugs (last year). Can anyone suggest what`s wrong?

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Hiya. Sorry I know this is supposed to be an answer page, but my 206 is doing the same thing and the doors lock when the engine starts. Did you get an answer to this? Samantha Coleman from Hampshire

Nope - Alex Goodall from Hampshire

Peugeot 206 CC 2004

My Peugeot 206 CC has started making a loud groaning sound when starting. Also the steering is hard and when setting off it stalls. The car started creaking generally last week. What should I do?

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Oil seal on power steering had to be changed - Elaine Hill from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

I bought my Peugeot 207 CC just yesterday. It was lovely to drive, price was good and trade in good too. It drives really well, but the only negative is that the roof creaks a lot. Any ideas how to solve this?

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Hi, speak to the dealer first Peugeot. Apply vaseline around the joints, might stop the rubbing - a j from England

Peugeot 206 1999

I have a T reg Peugeot 206 and sometimes when I have started my car after driving for about 10 minutes the snow and sports button kicks in. I am quite worried so I have to pull over and turn the car off and restart it, it goes off and then the car is okay. I have just had the coil pack and spark plugs changed. Does anyone know what this could be?

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I had this problem. It Indicates a fault - needs to be connected to a computer to see what the error is! With me it was a gear box problem. Good luck! Suzanne Kavanagh from Ireland

Peugeot 207 2012

Hi. I`ve bought a Peugeot 207 Sportium 1.4 VTI 95 3dr. Can anyone tell me how to change the dashboard clock?

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To change this you will need to go through the menu system on the car stereo - Graeme Parker from Yorkshire

On late model 207’s, especially with Clarion equipment fitted, the instructions in the Handbook are not relevant. However, all is not lost: Use the controls on the Audio stalk to configure the various settings. Scroll wheel -- Clockwise selects next item on a menu. Scroll wheel -- Anticlockwise selects previous item on a menu. Forward -- Select next item, or adjust setting. Reverse -- Select previous item or adjust setting. Volume + -- Confirm and show selected Main Menu item Volume - - Up one level Source -- Initiate scroll function Forward and Reverse -- Display Main Menu. Source -- Hold for 2 seconds to initiate scroll function. Scroll or Forward or Reverse -- Select Display, Language, Options, Configuration, Units. Volume + -- Confirm selection. Scroll -- Select appropriate item from options available. Forward or Reverse -- Change or adjust settings. Volume - -- Once - return to current Main Menu selection. Volume - -- Twice - to exit. Alan F from Warwickshire

Peugeot 307 CC 2004

When my Peugeot 307 CC is cold there is a rattle from underneath, this stops when the car is warm. The Peugeot garage failed to solve this. It was suggested it was the catalytic heat shields, but I don`t know if this is true or just some bull because they could not tighten something up. Any suggestions?

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Their assessment is quite likely true. The heat shields on many vehicles are either riveted or spot welded, which do break. This does cause a rattle, and as things warm up the expansion of the metal tightens the lose joint. It cannot be welded as the process is known to damage the cat. I have in the past secured these with a jubilee clip, but it all depends - Marcel J from Middlesex

Peugeot 207 2008

I have just had the window washer pump on my Peugeot 207 changed by a friend of a friend. He charged me £65.00 labour! The pump cost £20.56 and the MOT cost £55.00. He said that the pump took him over two and a half hours to change. Is this right?

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It only takes about 10 mins to change, so that is wrong - Dave Tompson from Gloucestershire

Peugeot 407 SW 2007

I have a problem with my Peugeot 407 SW 2.7hdi. The depollution system is faulty, the engine management light comes on and the car goes into limp mode. Sometimes it happens after 30 miles and sometimes it`s been 80 miles, then usually when it`s cold it will reset itself and then do it again after so many miles. Peugeot say it`s the egr valve and want £540 but can`t be 100% sure it`s this. Is it such a big job as I`m quite good with spanners?

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Try running it at around 3,000rpm on the motorway for around 5 mins. burns particulates off and should reset. Happens a lot if you do town work or short commutes! Richard Marshall from England

Peugeot Boxer 1998

Hi. When changing a front brake caliper on my Peugeot Boxer, how do you enable the brake hose to either turn at the top end or disconnect at the top end, so that you can get the hose off the caliper without twisting the rubber pipe? (1.9 diesel)

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I had same problem; I just twisted hose a little to get nut loose and then twisted caliper by hand. Hope this helps - John Joseph from London

Peugeot 207 2007

My Peugeot 207 has had an orange triangle with an exclamation mark appear on my dashboard display panel. Can anyone help me out?

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On my 207cc the triangle light comes on when auto is put into reverse. When I turn motor off then put into drive the triangle light stays off. Until car is put into reverse. Very perplexing. Cheers - Paul Batty from New Zealand

Peugeot 307 2004

How often should a Peugeot 307 S 54 plate car be serviced? I travel about 6,000 miles each year and I have my car serviced when the MOT is due. Is this too excessive? (S)

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If its a diesel, certainly not. The hdi had turbo problems which can be attributed to lack of regular oil changes. Short journeys and low mileage with stop starting can cause more wear than motorway cruising. My advice, kp every 6000.. If cost is issue, maybe don’t do full service, just do oil and filter and full service every other - A Mechanic from England

Peugeot 307 CC 2007

My Peugeot 307 CC`s driver`s side rear lights don’t come on when I turn on the headlights, but they do when I brake. Why is this?

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Sounds like faulty stop and tail bulb. Try new one - Bruck Morton from England

Hi Terry, I don’t know if you have fixed your lights, but I have just had the same problem (except mine was on the passenger side). The problem with my car was the left hand bulb in the rear registration had blown. When I replaced that bulb all my lights came on. Hope this helps - Matt Maries from England

This has happend to me twice. Actually got stopped by the police last night about it. It’s the number plate bulb that causes the problem. It seems that if it goes the rear tail light goes. Strange set up but at least I know how to fix the problem as Peugeot didn’t - Ralph Craig from West Lothian (Linlithgowshire)

Peugeot 206 2002

My Peugeot 206 glx auto was bought a month ago and the speed function and snow function button light up after a short drive and the car cuts out. Has anyone else got this problem as my garage is not very helful?

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Hi. I have the same problem. It is the gearbox. You need to get it checked but it will cost a fair bit of money as once they take it out they have to repair or recondition before they put it back. I was quoted between £600 - £13,000 - Andrea Bishop from London

Thanks Sharon, I found out in the end and got rid of the car - Sharon Lynch from England

Peugeot 206 2005

My Peugeot 206 made an electronic bong sound when I turned over the engine. I have had a quick look through the handbook but can’t see anything. Does anyone have any ideas why this is?

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If the bong was accompanied by an airbag warning the battery probably has a dead cell and needs to be replaced. You can test the battery before buying a new one but I’ve been through several and the symptoms have always been these - Paul from South Africa

Peugeot 308 2007

For the last year since my Peugeot 308`s last service, the car automatically locks all of the time but it never used to do this before. The way I know this is because my children got locked in the car with the keys in the ignition and I had to get the RAC to come and open the doors. The dealers have said it cannot be removed but it definitely wasn’t on before. Now they have messed about with it again and now cannot take my auto locks off the door when I have turned the engine off. I have to unlock the doors on the key fob before I can open the doors to let my kids out. This is really annoying me now, please could somebody help?

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There is a little lock button near the hazard lights switch, hold this for about 10 seconds, might sort it out - Daniel Young from Durham

I had to get one of my door locks changed as my wee boy got locked in the car also. If you open one door at a time and wait, then the faulty lock will lock down all doors and when you close the open door the car should be locked. I got my door lock changed and haven`t had a problem since - Joanne from County Antrim

Peugeot 407 2008

The display in the centre of my Peugeot 407`s console (the one showing temperature etc) is strong, bright and clear when I leave on a journey, however within 30 minutes it starts to fade and eventually disappears altogether. This is the one which advises me about any anomaly or problem with the car, so it is very important to be able to see it. The nearest Peugeot dealer is quite a long way, so I thought it`d better to ask for advice please. Can anyone tell me how I can overcome this problem please?

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This is a very common problem on the 407. Try running the air con and see if that helps this has to do with the lcd getting old and not been able to take heat that well. There are numerous ways that you could do a DIY to fix this - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 307 SW 2003

I want to buy a Peugeot 307 SW SE HDI DIESEL 03, 7 Seater but a problem identified, is that the multi changer does not work and when you start the car cold it beeps to say it`s hot. Can anyone please tell me if this is a serious issue for this car?

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Well, take it to a Peugeot dealer or any Perry Peugeot garage. What they will do is to tell your Peugeot’s computer that you have changed the car radio, after that it will work fine, no beeps anymore. They charge 48 pounds for that - William Spark from England

Peugeot 807 2005

I’ve got a problem with my Peugeot 807. At first I got the message that the passenger airbag was deactiveated and the airbag fault and the warning lights turned on. Sometimes it disappeared but now it’s back. Now also the wipers and lights doesn’t work, but if I turn the ignition on and off it starts working again for a while. Also the warning light for "Antipollution fault" turned on. Can anyone please help me?

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Have you been able to fix this fault? I have the same fault only while the engine is off the lights/wipers work ok and the passenger airbag deactivated/airbag fail is displayed after a few seconds. Once the engine is started the wipers and lights come on and can not be turned off. (It was raining and dark when I looked at the car). The only thing I could find was the lid on the under bonnet fuse box was loose and there was moisture in it. I sprayed some wd40 in there and have left it to dry out - Phil from Rutland

Hi guys. I have the same problem, have you had any joy? I also get handbrake on warning? 07973242854 - Jim Horton from Leicestershire

I had the same problem. Took my car to Peugeot in Portugal and they said there is a fault in the steering wheel. They are really good and unlike the garages here know what they are talking about - B from Ceredigion

Peugeot 307 2007

I have been having some terrible problems with the lights on my Peugeot 307, along with the rear wiper running randomly without switching it on. I have replaced my left low beam headlight three times in the past 3 months. Also I had to replace my tail lights 2 weeks ago, they went again four days ago and I replaced them again. Within two days one of them blew again. Any advice on what could be causing these problems? (hdi)

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Hi Mark, have a look at the wiring loom between the back bumper skin and metal beam. Wiring shaffes here on most 307’s. One side to reg bulbs is longer than other. You will find it is arcing here. Repair shorten and tape up to same length as other side. This will solve your issue. Regards - Gary from Ireland

Peugeot Boxer 2000

The heater on my Peugeot Boxer blows only just warm. Can anyone help? The heater gauge only moves up to about 25% no matter how long the run. Any ideas?(camper)

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It sounds like your thermostat is either stuck fully open or missing - Ed Wallace from United States of America

Peugeot 308 2009

Hi, my Peugeot 308 makes a whistling noise when it gets over 3500 rpm. What could this be? Also does anybody know the speaker cable colours for the two rear door speakers? Thanks.

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The whistle could be the turbo if it’s a diesel. Hope this helps - Danny Boy from England

Peugeot 307 SW 2005

Everytime I switch on the ignition of my Peugeot 307 SW there’s a type of doorbell noise before the engine starts. Everything on the car is running fine though. Any answers?

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Have your battery checked. My 2005 SW was doing the same thing and the battery gave up a month later. A new battery solved the problem - Alan Lowry from Derbyshire

Peugeot 207 CC 2009

I have purchased a Peugeot 207 CC convertible but there is no manual and so I don’t know how to lift the bonnet and then locate the washer bottle to refill with screen wash. Can anyone help me?

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There is a lever on the passengers side by the door hinge that opens the bonnet and the washer bottle is located on the extreme top left corner, white container - Katie from England

Peugeot 307 2007

My Peugeot 307 has an intermittent fault with the dash lights and headlights. The Peugeot dealership are telling me that fault relates to the comms unit and advise replacement and bsi download, which requires all keys and card and are charging £381.83, also noted on global test. The fusebox has an internal fault and will require replacement, costing £206.69. There`s a choice of two on the fuse box. Has anyone else had these same faults and found a cheaper way to fix the problem without having to go to the main dealership, as their prices are extortionate? Can anyone help please? (1.6 hdi)

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What kind of faults are you having? I’m having problems with mine where 5 mins after switching it off the dash lights and headlights are coming on and flattening the battery!! David Walters from England

Peugeot 307 CC 2004

My Peugeot 307 CC bleeps and a warning lights up saying there`s an automatic gearbox fault. This goes out again and it then drives okay, but I am worried. Any ideas?

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Sorry, your gearbox is shot. It will start to happen more frequently and if you turn the engine off and on again the light will go out for a while. This is because the gearbox is going into ’safe mode’. It happened to me, most people will tell you that they can either recondition your gearbox or supply a recon for around £1500. I did find one person that did the repair (some service exchange valves, can’t remember the exact name) for £500. Be careful of ignoring it though as when they did mine the transmission fluid was burnt. I’m not a mechanic but it does sound like my old problem, reason for the light coming on is the valves do not have a tight seal anymore, therefore the pressure drops, setting off the sensors – Paul from Essex

Peugeot Boxer 2007

When I start the engine of my Peugeot Boxer the oil light flashes for about 30 seconds, which seems a very long time. Is there a fault in the starting system? Kind Regards.

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The oil light flashing 30 times means the oil needs changing as it has a sensor for oil degradation. Also it needs resetting on Peugeot planet as cannot be done manually - Jon from Derbyshire

Peugeot 308 2008

I have a Peugeot 308 1.6 turbo 150. I have a problem with the boost, sometimes it works fine then it just cuts out and drives really slowly. The engine management light doesn’t come on and it still drives. Can anyone help please?

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I have the 110 diesel and had similar problem, mine was due to the fuel filter never being changed despite several full service stamps in the book. Now that its been changed it no longer cuts out and runs the best its ever done! hope this helps - John Cross from Leicestershire

Peugeot 407 2005

Hi. I have a Peugeot 407 hdi 2.0.saloon. For a couple of days I have had a problem starting the car first thing in the morning. The engine turns but doesn`t start first time, only after four or five attempts it will then start up and after that all day the car starts up as normal. This happens only after standing overnight in the garage. Can anyone help me?

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Possibly needs new glow plugs - Andy Snead from Devon

Sounds like your cold start system might be faulty. I removed mine completely as we do not experience cold temp in SA, could be a dirty plug/sensor might be faulty. You should have your car diagnosed on the morning start and pick up the fault - Anton Pug from South Africa

I think that the problem is much simpler, seems to me that it could be just the heater glow plugs which heats the diesel before engine starts - John O Co from Ireland

Peugeot 206 2000

I went to a BP garage and bought some diesel and five minutes later my Peugeot 206 started smoking very badly and oil was coming from the exhaust. What should I do? Thanks.

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Sounds a bit like a busted head or some other seal. Are you sure it was diesel you put in it would course it to burn way to hot and could course your problem - Tom from England

Peugeot Expert 2003

My Peugeot Expert starts fine and runs fine on all speeds whilst stationary. When accelerating away the engine judders until you accelerate fast. When backing off acceleration the engine judders like mad, plus the temperature gauge seems to go up and down on it`s own at intervals. Any suggestions?

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Hi Ian. The vibration is probably from 1 or both of the driveshafts being out of balance, I heard of a few people changing engine mounts which did not fix the problem. Get the vehicle on a hoist, with some one in it to slowly operate the accelerator, and watch the driveshafts "wobble" as the speed is increased. Hope this helps - Bruce Jamison from Australia

Peugeot 206 CC 2001

My Peugeot 206 CC`s rear passenger side sounds like a chain rattling and it`s getting worse. It`s there 70% of the time and is heaps worse on rough roads. The mechanic checked the brakes and wheels etc but only came up with heaps of blue stone that got in the rear bumper, (he got them out and it wasn’t them). It`s starting to make me feel unsafe as it`s such an unusual sound. Can anyone please advise?

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Your rear back box could be the problem. I.e the exhaust box bit at the back. I have exactly the same problem on my 206cc, and it is now booked in for replacement. Go bang it quite hard with your fist. If it rattles...bingo! Book her in for replacement. It is the bafflers in your back box that have gone - Nicola Churchill from England

Peugeot 307 SW 2006

I`m after the torque setting for my Peugeot 307 SW. I`m just fitting winter tyres and I want to be sure they won`t fall off. Can anyone please help?

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For alloys it’s 90Nm or 66 lb ft of torque - Alan Lowry from Derbyshire

Peugeot 106 2000

I have a Peugeot 106 1.1 year 2000. I have no power to my radio or my dash and none of the dials are working on the dash either. Can anyone help? (1.1)

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Fuse f9 in glovebox, make sure its not blown, should be a 20 amp yellow fuse, that one fuse controls all of them things, good luck - Richard Baker from England

Peugeot 307 SW 2003

How do I reset the clock on my Peugeot 307 SW? I have tried using the two buttons on either side of the clock but, once I get the 24hr clock showing, as soon as I push the button it goes back to languages. Can anyone advise me please?

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You use the buttons on the right side of the radio to alter the time - Alan Lowry from Derbyshire

Peugeot 207 CC 2007

My Peugeot 207 CC`s carpet is wet on the floor at the rear behind the passenger seat. Does anyone have any idea where this might be coming from? I would appreciate any advice on where to start looking, thank you.

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Hi, mine is also wet on the left side rear seat carpet. The leak it due to poor door/roof seals. You will discover that the carpet is actually wetter than you think. Your sound proofing underlay under the carpet will be totally soaked. You are best removing the passenger seat and then pulling the rear carpet back to get a good luck where the water is coming from. Mine slowly seeps in from 2 different places. Temp solution - I have a 4mm drainage hole drilled in the floor so when the water comes in it then drains out. Also I have fitted some damp proof membrane under the carpet so the carpet does not actually touch the wet floor, works perfectly. I had to dry my wet carpet area first by placing a 2kw heater in the car for 5 hours with the door closed. Success in the end though. Had endless problems with this car - Phil Moran from England

You can have the door and roof seals replaced, this will stop the leakage also. Save you drilling your car’s floor. When sunroof seals go, vaseline can make the rubber more supple. I am buying a 2009 207, and have been told, the seals may need replacing one day. See Peugeot for the professional thing to do - a j from England

Peugeot 106 1993

Hi. I have a 1993 Peugeot 106 1.1 and my ecu light comes on when my car ticks over for more than 5 minutes, then when I drive up to 30mph it goes off again. I took it to the garage to get it put on the computer but they could not find the obd outlet, so I contacted Peugeot and asked them where it is and they told me it`s too old and does not have one. They told me to manually find the problem and fix it. Can anyone give me any idea what it could be please? Oh another thing, this light started coming on when I got the middle section to the back box changed for my MOT and was failing on emissions because of cat. God knows it`s just bugging me and I want it turned off or whatever the problem is fixed. Please help? Thanks.

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It maybe worth checking to make sure the garage have not unplugged or disturbed the lambda sensor (which is an exhaust gas sensor) this is the only thing on the exhaust system that could chuck a light on - Jon Knowles from Lancashire

It was an 5 amp fuse at the engine bay lol - Mark Sutherland from Fife and Kinross Shires

Peugeot 206 2005

Hi, I wonder if anyone could help? Tonight my wife left the lights on in the Peugeot 206 and the battery was flat an hour later. Once it was jumped and got going it would only do about 10 mph and the engine management light came on. It is now driving as it should but the light is on. A month or so ago it had a new thermostat and even though it`s on 90 the engine still feels hot - would this have anything to do with it? I`d be grateful for any help.

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If its running fine I wouldn’t think it was anything to do with that. In theory the engine is probably fine, just get your code read by a garage with a code reader and that would tell you what the problem is. Clear the code and run it for awhile it might not come back. Had to do this with my airflow sensor ecu, got a reading. Got the code but the sensor was fine. Wipe code no problems - Tom from England

Peugeot 207 2007

Hi. I took my Peugeot 207 for its MOT and service and now I am getting an anti pollution fault which it didn`t have before. What is it and what causes it? What do I do? I was told it has a BMW engine. Can anyone help please?

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Its nothing to do with then u need to top up your dpf fluid - Rob from England

Cylinder head is from bmw but the block is courtesy of the psa group, citroen/peugeot, ep6 engine at a guess - Chris from Lincolnshire

Hi, I’ve just bought a 207 175 thp gti and the same message is coming up on mine! I have been told that it may have the wrong spark plugs in it after its service or one of the 4 coil packs have gone down. I’m having mine plugged into a Peugeot computer on Monday to find out what the fault was/is. My email is al1880@o2.co.uk - email me if you like and I can let you know how It gets on. Good luck mate - Ala Johnson from Kent

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

Hi. When I try to get into the boot of my Peugeot 407 SW using the handle, only the glass panel pops open and not the actual boot. Sometimes it works and opens correctly but it always seems not to work when I really need the boot open! Any ideas?

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Replace the micro switch on the glass panel. That or save yourself some money and remove the glass panel micro switch and use your key fob to open if needed! Richard Marshall from England

Peugeot 307 2007

Hi. Yesterday my Peugeot 307 was driving fine. I parked and upon returning to the car it would not start. All the ignition lights would turn on but the car would not turn over, not even a clicking sound. The car does flash -5000 with the spanner, but this is because the serivce man simply hasn`t set the computer. Does anyone have any ideas?

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Had the same problem recently in 307 1.6. It’s your fuel pump. If you start the car but can’t hear the whining sound of the pump, there’s your problem. Of course check relay and fuse first. Always start with the cheapest, simplest solution. But 99% sure it’s your fuel pump - under the back seat, relatively easy to fix, made a little harder with full tank of course. If you change it yourself, remember to order new seal or it’ll leak into the car (not good). Takes about 45 mins. to change - Terry from Denmark

Peugeot 407 2005

I changed the battery on the key fob and now my Peugeot 407 will not lock and unlock off the key fob. I think it has to be retuned into the car. How do you retune the key fob back into the car? Could someone please help me? Many thanks.

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Turn the ignition to when the lights come on while holding the lock button. About 15 seconds. Turn off, remove key. That should do it - Andy Snead from Devon

When you removed the battery of the fob your settings have been cleared as it is not hard programmed like in to the original keys. You need to program the fob most come with instructions how to do this like hold the unlock button for 5 seconds then push unlock on your original key while in close proximity. Have a look for the manual for that fob. Hopefully you can program it yourself if not only agents - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 307 2006

I`m worried about the following errors on my Peugeot 307 as the Anti Pollution light is on, I keep getting the Oil pressure too low warning appearing, despite the oil level being correct and tonight the STOP warning light came on. I have had a coil pack changed about 2 years ago but am worried is its afe to drive? What is wrong with the car as I keep getting ripped off by garages? Any help would be appreciated.

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If its coming up low oil pressure, either u have faulty sensor or actually low pressure. Ok, first, easiest and cheapest.. In the past I have had the paper element style oil filter (eco type) the plastic break away insidd housing, worth checking. So id do this, replace oil.filter and fill with correct grade oil. Maybe add a flush first. If light comes on after driving little while ie like 20 mins, but usually comes on like when idling or low revs, u need a garage to check oil preasure reading. If low, possibly a blockage or weak oil pump. If was low, be a case of removing engine sump, check strainer and pick up.. If fine, renew oil pump. Have changed odd oil pump on peugeot, less so on.16 valve engines but few on 8 valve - Mechanic One from England

My Peugeot 206 has a similar problem, the anti-pollution light comes on randomly when I first start the engine when the weather is cold. It causes the engine to run terribly until I switch the engine off and back on again, which cures the problem. I have various other lights that come on at various times, I have been told it is electrical faults and there is nothing wrong with the car. Just had a full service and (touch wood) no lights have come on for the last couple of weeks but that could be coincidence?! Kate Millbank from Norfolk

Hi. I have had a coil pack fitted every year, maybe the first was a dud. Don’t know if this helps - Shaz Moore from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2000

I have today bought a Peugeot 206 CC W reg. On the way home a stop light came on and kept flashing. When I got home I found I hadn’t completely shut one of my doors. Could this have been the cause? Many thanks.

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Simple answer to this one...YES - Olivia Peugeot from Suffolk

Peugeot 207 CC 2009

My Peugeot 207 CC`s display is showing a picture of a car with arrows pointing out from the front. Next to this it says 14 mph. It usually displays the miles left to refuel. Does anyone know what this new image means?

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Have you entered a distance to destination setting in miles? It may be telling you to go 14MPH to get there with the amount of fuel left - h k from England

The right hand lever that turns the windscreen wipers on, at the end of it is a button. Press it to display 3 different modes. Keep it pressed to reset to zero - a j from England

Peugeot 206 2004

Hi. I have had a Peugeot 206 Fever for a week. Tonight while driving home the engine management light came on. The cam belt is being done this weekend and it has 108,000 on the clock. Any ideas regarding this problem? (fever)

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It could be almost anything with a sensor on if the car runs fine don’t worry ask the garage to code read the fault probably the lamba sensor they like to fail alot - Tom from England

Peugeot 206 1999

I recently bought my first car, a tidy little Peugeot 206. With purchasing I knew there were some repairs to be made but I hadn`t noticed the speedometer wasn`t working. As I got a good deal on the car and everything is insured on it now I`m not really going to take it back, but is there a quick solution to my problem? The speedometer is constantly stuck on 0 and I can`t budge it. I have looked around for possible causes but I don`t know how to check if any of them are actually affecting my car. This may be linked to a similar problem with the Rev counter which is stuck at 5(000) revs, not because that`s the speed they are counting at but the pointer is jammed, How can I release this to sit back at 0? (LX)

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BSI unit is faulty - Gav Walsh from England

Hi dude, I had the same problem on my 106, following the advise of cleaning the terminals on the battery and boom, job done. Coca cola cleans them well be sure to grease them after to help prevent corrosion. Hope it works - Lewis Andrew from Ceredigion

Peugeot 207 SW 2008

I have removed the fixing bolt in order to change a rear bulb on my Peugeot 207 SW but cannot shift the light cluster to get access to the bulbs. Any tips?

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Hi, have just changed one on my car after much research. Once you’ve removed the fixing bolt, you need to carefully slide the whole light cluster rearwards, careful not to pull it away, just slide it! Was a bit reluctant to move initially but it will go. Once it’s off you’ll see the plastic attachments that hold it on making it much easier to put back on - Ade Williams from England

Peugeot 407 SW 2006

My Peugeot 407 SW`s air conditioning unit produces warm air on the passenger`s side and only cold air on the driver`s side. Is this a major problem? (2 Litre SE Estate)

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Hi. Had same trouble was told by Peugeot that that I needed a new unit costing an arm and a leg then of course there was the fitting of it but took it to a garage that repaired it for me costing £150. Trouble is apparently the pipes get broken but can be repaired by a mechanic that knows about these things, but even then not guanteed - Ginny McDonnell from England

Hi, the flaps in the heater box will be at fault. If you go on you tube and look up Peugeot 407 heater there is a video on how to fix it - Robert from Durham

Peugeot 207 2007

I have just got a Peugeot 207 sports and can`t figure out how to put my side mirrors in, they won’t push. Is there a switch somewhere?

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If they are elec folding they should go in when you lock with the key fob. If not the button you adjust the mirrors with left to right, push that forward - Paul Whitehead from Warwickshire

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

My Peugeot 407 SW estate won`t start in the cold, once it has started it is fine. I have changed glow plugs and had diagnosis done and no faults were found/ It will start fine all summer then the cold comes and you have to turn it over three or four times. Please can anyone help?

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Does anything happen at all when the car does not start? Any lights on the dash? Coolant fans running? There is a common fault with the EDC16C3 type ECU which can be fixed by a company called Tamar Electronics, in Devon. Try giving them a call - Matt Blackler from Devon

Peugeot 308 SW 2010

My Peugeot 308 SW`s seat belt warning system goes off in the back if someone is sitting there or not, even if the belt is plugged in or not. Why is this?

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Please let me know if you find the answer. I’ve got the same mystery wtith mine - David Greenwood from Yorkshire

Note which light is flashing on display above rear view mirror, this should relate to rear seat position. Then try swopping the rear seats round, this may cure it. Also try driving with the seat belts engaged, this should identify if there is a fault in the belt mechanism. Good luck - Alan King from Hampshire

Peugeot 307 2003

I recently folded the rear seats on my girlfriend’s 5 door Peugeot 307 for the first time and now I can’t get them to lock back in place. Am I doing something wrong?

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No. You just need to get a screwdriver and open up the catch in the seat and pull the button at the same time. Sometimes the latch will lock itself into place again after the seat has been disconnected - Lee 100 from County Down

Peugeot 206 2001

Could anyone tell me what I have to do to stop the petrol pump clicking every time I’m filling my Peugeot 206? It’s driving me mad. This happens at every filling station I use. If it’s a repair could I do this myself and what part would I need to get? Thanks.

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Don’t fill it up too much and don’t press the fuel pump lever too much or it will click :-) Gav Walsh from England

Peugeot 308 2009

My Peugeot 308 has a ’faulty air pollution system’ warning light which keeps coming on. What should I do?

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Mine comes on when the fuel level gets very low and goes out when I fill up again - Keith Woodthorpe from Yorkshire

I had engine warning light on that was affected performance / worsened if I ran low on diesel - solution was to change the fuel filter as despite full service stamps in the book it had never been changed in 50k (apparently this is common as my local Peugeot mechanic explained that the filter is extremely difficult to get at and change, so less reputable mechanics don’t bother and just say they have). Hope this helps - John Cross from Leicestershire

Peugeot 306 1999

I have a V reg Peugeot 306. I was taking my friend to Victoria Coach Station and got caught up in bumper to bumper traffic and my temperature went up into the red and the STOP light came on. I pulled into a petrol station and cooled it down but I am planning to drive to Bristol in a few weeks and would not like it to happen to me again. It has AC and is a 1.6 . Please can anyone help me? Thanks.

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Had this problem, the Coolant Fan wasn’t working and cutting in, since fixed it’s been fine - Phil Burton from Norfolk

Peugeot 206 2008

I recently bought a 4 year old Peugeot 206 5 door hatchback. From day one it has had an intermittent fault on the light/indicator stick, which is causing the ’lights still on’ alarm to sound when I open the driver`s door, even though I have turned the lights off. Also, while driving regardless of this, the indicators only flash twice and then stop without me turning them off. I found that twiddling the stick would stop the problem eventually and decided I could live with it, but now it’s every time I use the lights. Also, now when I turn the lights off, they come back on; I twiddle the stick, they go off but then come back on again. They go out when I take the key out of the lock, but the ’lights on’ alarm sounds when I open the driver`s door. When I give up and lock the car, the next time I try to use the remote to unlock the doors it won`t work. I use the key manually, which sounds an alarm as soon as I open the driver`s door. As it doesn’t do it all the time, what should I do? (petrol)

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It sounds like it could be your comms 2000 unit, the black box where your stalks are attached, the left stalk wears and doesnt function properly. I had problems with mine and had to change it, the lights and alarm sound like a bsi problem, maybe try a bsi reboot in fact get your bsi checked first it controls a load of things including light etc. Hope that narrows it down a bit for you - Tom from England

Peugeot 407 2008

I am having trouble starting my Peugeot 407. It`s like the starter motor is lazy as it`s fed from the boot. I have taken it to a friend who owns a garage and he is struggling to understand the problem, as when it`s jumped from the front via a car or spare battery it starts okay. We have checked and added earths and also installed a new feed from the main battery to the starter motor. It worked better at first but then went back to normal (3 turns of the key to tick the engine over). It`s also near impossible to start when the engine has been running for over 30 minutes, but really good if it`s under 30 minutes! I don`t want to go and buy a new starter if I`m going to have the same problem. Please can anyone help and thankyou? (2.7 v6 GT)

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Hello, I asked the question and now I have an answer so thought I would reply to myself to help if anyone else has this problem... The Starter Motor was faulty, I managed to get it repaired which cost me £250 due to the time it takes get get it out of the engine! It now works brilliantly! Lee from Warwickshire

Peugeot 206 2001

I bought my Peugeot 206 early this year. The engine oil light tends to come on and off. I read it somewhere on the net that this problem is common. Just yesterday when I stopped at a junction and made a turn, halfway through the turn the engine kind of slowed down and sort of died. The radio and the lights were all running. It’s like the car became very weak and did not want to move. When I switched off the car and restarted it, it was just fine until I had to make another turn and the problem started again. I am a student and I don’t know much about cars. So help is needed. Any ideas please? (1.6 (Auto) petrol)

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Use your dipstick to check your oil, don’t go by the sensors, can’t beat a dipstick. If all that is fine it could be anything from a fuel problem to air intakes. Check your air filter and put some fuel system cleaner into it. In fact take it for a really good service and a clean through - Tom from England

Peugeot 307 2005

My Peugeot 307`s dash board keeps flashing up stop with a red reservoir symbol. It also says "top up engine coolant". I’ve noticed the reservoir tank is full of brown water and has overflowed and sprayed everywhere. I’ve checked the oil and didn’t notice any signs of water. What’s the problem and how much to fix? Any help would be appreciated please.

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Hi, had this exact problem on my 307 SW I bought from a garage, turned out to be the head gasket - Graeme McLaren from Dorset

Peugeot 106 1997

Hi. I just bought a Peugeot 106 gti and it`s running on 3 cylinders and it won`t connect to a diagnostic kit. Any idea why this is? Cheers.

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Coil pack, leads, spark plugs, change them and will solve that problem. Good luck - Richard Baker from England

Does the diagnostic kit support that model of car? Or it could be quite possible that it has an unlocked ECU and therefore no codes will show up. Don’t hold me to this, I just thought it could help – Liam Thomas from Caerphilly

Peugeot 306 1997

I have a problem with my Peugeot 306 1997. The temperature is always between 90-95 degrees just for a 10 minutes run. I have replaced the thermostat but it`s still the same temperature. Can anyone help me please?

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Hiya, I had the same problem, it’s the radiator. You need to take it to the garage and have it fixed otherwise it will blow the engine up. Fill the radiator with water and see if it runs out. If not then I don’t know but you should really take it to a Peugeot dealer - Tracie Wiles from England

Headgasket is blown, garage job to fix, diy not for faint hearted, can be done with good car manual+ tools , and are ready for steep learning curve - Len Dennt from Surrey

Peugeot Expert 2007

My Peugeot Expert has had dpf bypassed, maf sensor, new egr and remapped it all, but it still has a fault with the egr. It`s brand new, does it need recoding to my vehicle?

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If you take the injector out, you can read the injector code on the top of the electrics input port. More than likely will be a seimans injector. Try putting a request out on 1st choice spares - Martin Facer from Leicestershire

Peugeot 407 SW 2007

My Peugeot 407 SW`s tailgate boot lights only come on when the glass section is opened, not when the full tailgate is opened. Also the glass section will only open with the key fob. Does anyone know why?

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Faulty micro switch on glass panel release. About £20. Remove it and save yourself some money! Richard Marshall from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2007

My Peugeot 207 CC has a broken rear exhaust bracket. Do I need to buy a new rear box to repair it or can I just buy a bracket? (1600 gt)

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Hi, mine broke on the exhaust bracket too when it had only covered 12000 miles. Peugeot dealers said exhaust is not covered under warranty, bandits! I think they wanted about 400 pound for new system. Try a local garage who will be able to weld the bracket back on the the exhaust, expect to pay around 30 - 40. The bracket snaps due its poor design in the first place - Phil Moran from England

Hi, you can get a new bracket for about 20 pounds, from looking on line, you can buy just the bracket. Don’t be told you need new back box etc, just a way to make more money out you, simple to fit as well - Gary Risk from Hampshire

Peugeot 207 2007

I have a Peugeot 207 1.4 hdi. I have had the car 6 months, bought secondhand. I have replaced just about every bulb in the car more than twice. Can anybody please tell me why I have to keep replacing bulbs? Thanks. (1.4HDi)

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According to the tech heads here this is a common problem not covered by warranty. Phillips bulbs seem to be the longest lasting, it is a design flaw on these vehicles that as owners we have to live with. The arrogant French may or may not choose to correct this problem in future models, but why should they when there is a market for the product that they prouduce? Ian Staples from Australia

Peugeot 207 2006

I have a Peugeot 207 06 plate. When driving today the oil pressure too low came on. I checked the oil and topped it up straight away, but after a couple of hours I drove it and the same warning came on. Strangely it only seems to do it when braking. Does anyone have any answers?

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Never drive a car when the oil warning is on, rather have it looked at. It might be the oil pump, which is why when you break the force of breaking is moving the oil away from the pump that isn’t working as it is thus making the low pressure light come on. Check it out asap - Chris G from South Africa

Peugeot 207 SW 2008

I bought my Peugeot 207 SW from a dealer 6 weeks ago. During that time the clutch pedal has failed/stuck on four different occasions. The problem was only rectified by getting BEHIND the pedal and forcing it back into position. On one of these occasions I was sure that some fluid/oil had emptied, I don’t know if this particular model has cable or hydro clutch. Can anyone give any advice? It would be much appreciated. Thanks.

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I’m sure you will have resolved this problem by now but the same thing happened to me and the AA told me to just pump the clutch pedal a few times in the mornings as it loses pressure. However, by the end of the day the car was not driveable and I had to have the master slave cylinder replaced - cost £400 for parts and fitting – Jennifer from Kent

Peugeot 206 2000

I bought a secondhand Peugeot 206 17 days ago for £1495.00 paid in full. I was told the car had 3 months warranty and 12 mths MOT. I`m so disappointed - the brake light won`t go off when the ignition`s on, the speedo stopped working, it smells of burning rubber from the engine, it sticks in parked gear and there`s a clunking sound when driving. My first car purchase and I am so worried now. What are my legal rights? Are these serious faults? Thank you. (automatic 206 LX)

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Take it back and demand your money back. Tell him you don’t want it repaired. You want your money back, are you will go to Trading Standard? If he still will not give you your money go to Trading Standards and they will get your money back for you - Steve from England

In the passenger footwell; if you reach up you will find a multiblock connector, make sure this is fully engaged - it’s a common 206 problem, usually caused by passengers with big feet and shoddy Peugeot design - James Roberts from England

Peugeot 307 2004

Hi. I’m having a problem with my 307 diesel. It’s only a little issue but it’s annoying. The clock keeps resetting on starting the engine. It’s still set when turning the ignition on from the last drive but as soon as the engine is started it’s flashing and at zero - any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

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We had same problem. It is your battery. When you start the car the battery uses almost all its power so computer resets as if it has gone flat. Set clock and turn off. Then put ignition on only and I reckon the clock will be ok. Start car and it resets. That means you need a new battery. We did same and problem solved. I was surprised as car started fine before but new battery and all works - Gary Bickmore from England

Peugeot 206 1999

How do I replace the motor fan resistor on my Peugeot 206? I start the car and at 65 -70 degrees the engine accelerates on it`s own at a very unstable speed and black smoke comes out of the exhaust till it gets to 75 degrees. When driving not always the S and star lights comes on and off. I switch the engine off and on and it goes alright. This happens once a month when I start driving. The AA told me that the engine gets flooded with petrol and that a sensor may not be working but which sensor? (automatic 206 Roland Garros 1.4)

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I have a 1.4 206. My car would rev up on its own... And when driving would accelerate on its own. It was the temp sensor. It has 2, it’s the one going to the ecu on top of the engine, right hand side. To see if it is this, unplug it and start the engine, if no revving, that’s it - Steve from England

Let the engine get hot - Steve from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2003

I have replaced the battery in my spare key, (two button variety) on my Peugeot 206 CC. I understand I need to reset the key to get it to work. Does anyone know how this is achieved or do I need a garage to do it?

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Same problem, pls help! Craig Wardle from Cumberland

Try this. Programming the remote control - Switch off the ignition. - Switch the ignition on again. - Press button A immediately. - Switch off the ignition and remove the remote control key from the ignition lock. The remote control is now working again - Husein Ibrahimovic from Bosnia and Herzegovina

Peugeot 206 1996

I hit a pot hole in my Peugeot 206, drove for a mile further up the road and then temperature gauge reached maximum and the car started flashing for me to stop, which I did. I can’t see any direct damage or anything cracked or hanging off.

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I had a similar problem, it was my thermostat and dirt and deposits in the coolant system changes the thermostat and flushed the system. That sorted it so far only happened a week ago tho - Tom from England

Peugeot Partner 1998

When I put my key in the ignition of my Peugeot Partner it keeps beeping and beeping and the yellow key light flashes on the dash. Why is this?

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This is to do with the ignition barrel. You should try using the spare key as that’s what I had to do. Works fine for me - Shaun Rice from England

Peugeot 307 2003

Hiya, does anybody know the most common cause of oil in the header tank on a Peugeot 307 diesel 90? Cheers. (diesel)

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Looks like a damaged head gasket, usually between cylinders 1 and 2 - Alan Lowry from Derbyshire

Peugeot 206 SW 2005

When towing a car, my Peugeot 206 estate SW lost all power and will now not start, the ignition only clicks when you turn the key. The battery is fully charged and there don`t seem to be any other obvious defects, although there is a strong gunpowder-like smell and the car does not move when pushed whilst in gear. What could the cause of this be and what would be needed to fix the problem?

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Starter motor - Caz herb from England

Peugeot 407 2004

I`ve purchased a fairly used Peugeot 407 year 2004. I want to change the board computer language but it keeps asking me to insert CD-ROM which is not available. Could someone help me? (HDT)

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This could be done by your local dealer, free of charge - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 106 2003

My Peugeot 106`s airbag light won`t go off. There is no issue with the connection (so I have been told). Does anyone have any idea what I can do other than pay £400+ for the dealer to fix it? Also every so often when you start the engine it struggles and then sticks on really high revs and fluctuates (only seesm to do this in cold weather). Any suggestions? (Independence)

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Unplug the plug from underneath drivers seat disconnect battery first then plug it back in and put battery leads back on and it will reset itself - Tommy Cheevers from England

Peugeot 207 2011

My Peugeot 207 will not go over 3000 revs and will not get over 50mph. It`s a diesel and recently had £10 of petrol put into it which cost £250 at the garage to clean out . The car struggles up hills and can only just get me around. Any ideas on what is causing the engine fault?

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If you put petrol in a diesel car and even just start it up for a short while, you will damage the engine. The only way to avoid this is to immediately have the car towed away from the pumps and cleaned out of all fuel. Even getting petrol into the fuel pump will damage the pump on a diesel engine. If it gets to the engine you might blow the head gasket or damage the piston rings. At least get the compression checked and the fuel delivery pressure. Did you run the engine before it was cleaned out? If so, I suspect you have some engine damage - Ron Obvious from England

Peugeot 206 2004

Can anyone tell me how to get the mileometer light off in my Peugeot 206 when I turn off my engine? Everything else goes off except that. Thanks.

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It should go off after a few mins, it’s while the computer goes to sleep - Tom from England

Peugeot Expert 2001

My Peugeot Expert`s wipers will not stop at the bottom of the windscreen when they are switched off. I have changed the wiper motor twice but still the same result. Any ideas?

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Wire brush on conecting wires to the windscreen motor - Bren mc from England

Try the indicator relay switch which is behind glove box to right... only about 5er.... awkward to get at but fixed mine... AFTER I’d replaced motor :( Michael from Durham

Peugeot 207 2009

The dashboard is reflection in my windscreen so its difficult to see through it when the sun shines. Anyone know of the problem and a solution? Peugeot apparently don’t. (Sport SW estate)

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Clean windscreen inside and out - Dave from England

Peugeot 206 2004

My Peugeot 206 just cut out on me completely, all the electrics went off and the car just died. When I tried to turn it back on the engine tried to turn over but none of the electrics are working and it just cut out. When I open the bonnet I can hear a clicking sound. I thought maybe the battery was flat so I tried using jump leads but I think it is more to do with the electrics. Can anyone help?

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I have the same sort of problem, is there a buzzing sound from fuse box? Send me and email markusjeffries@live.co.uk

My Wife just experienced the same problem on her car. Did you find the answer to your problem, is so please let me know. Thanks, bh@the-loop.freeserve.co.uk - Barry from Buckinghamshire

Peugeot 207 CC 2004

I have started my Peugeot 206 CC after it sat for 6 months but now it`s a red hot element in front of the radiator and it`s smoking. I don`t know what it could be so I turned it off. Any ideas please?

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Hi, 1st . Do not start it again 2nd. See a machanic. 3rd. Use the dip stick and look at the color of the oil; your oil maybe sludge after so long or have water in it. 4th. See a mechanic - a j from England

Peugeot 107 2011

Can anybody tell me how I wire up some daytime running lights on my 2011 Peugeot 107? Do I take them to the battery or fuse box?

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Daytime running lights can be turned ON, no need to buy new one. Just need to reprogrammed it with special PC - abc cba from England

Peugeot 107 2008

Why does my semi automatic Peugeot 107 sometimes not start and the brake pedal goes hard. Next day work fine, then does it all again?

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Problem with the car battery, mainly after short drives. Replace starting battery and the problem’s gone - George Kaagman from England

Peugeot 407 2004

My Peugeot 407`s front driver`s side window on occasions when opening will only go back up half way and then it will open again. This happens 3 or 4 times before it eventually closes. I do not open it now just in case it will not shut. Can anyone help? Thanks.

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Try putting wd40 on window rubber guides also check for damaged or creased rubber guides something is causing the window to activate safety function on window - Terry Miller from Cardiff

This is a common problem with these cars, it’s the window regulator needs replacing - Geoff from County Londonderry

Peugeot 207 2009

Hi. I have Peugeot 207 for about 3 weeks and I filled it up with diesel and the counter counted down the miles I had left to run. Now this has frozen on 62 miles. I put £40 in again last night as it was on red empty and it`s still frozen on 62 miles. Does anyone know how to re-set this? Thank you.

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Sorry, not an answer, only to say that the same has just happened to me. (Stuck on 199 miles). Seems rather ironic because I happened to read your problem some time before! In the meantime I’ll keep fiddling about for a re-set and should I find an empirical solution you’ll be the first to know - Simon King from Conwy

Seems to have recovered by itself! How about you? Simon King from Conwy

It’s me who asked the question in the first place but I found out how it works!! The right indicator stick, knob on top - press it in and it changes screens on dash. Car, 1 & 2. You want it on the car - that will go back to the mileage count down!! Nicola Bradley from England

Peugeot 206 2002

Our Peugeot 206 is the first car for our daughter. On our way taking her to Uni it overheated after about 90 miles, the temperature gauge went up and flashed to stop. The water and oil were fine. We let it cool down and carried on fine for another 60 miles then the same thing happened again. We got it to Uni for her but I don’t know whats wrong. Can anyone advise please?(Quicksilver)

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Could be a thermostat problem or if its never had a coolant flush or anything could be clogged up with deposits change thermostat and flush and change the coolant see if that helps. Had a similar problem that’s what T did seems fine now - Tom from England

Peugeot 206 1999

Hi, all the dials on my Peugeot 206 dash went to zero radio and radio stopped but engine kept going. Pressed radio button, all came back on then went again. Sid the same then smelt burning rubber smell, could hear a sound as if something was tripping behind dash so stopped. Car now won’t start. Any ideas?

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It could be a few things, but the rubber smell would be the place to start as it should be easy to locate where the smell is coming from. It could be the belt driving the alternator, which would put all the electrical load on your battery and some electronics turn off with low voltage (can’t say it would turn the whole dash off tho). After that check all the earth cables under the dash as well. Hope that gets you started - Philip from Warwickshire

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

My Peugeot 407 SW won`t go into gear when running. It`s all okay when it`s switched off. What could the problem be? (hdi)

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Change first the slave cylinder on the transmission and change the fluid, which is the cheapest to try, if nothing changes then the clutch has most apparently to be replaced and in this case buy a complete clutch set and change all the parts... Hani Hadeish from Norway

Peugeot 206 2006

Hi. I would like to know where I could locate a fan sensor on my Peugeot 206 as my boyfriend cannot find it?

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There are two relays behind a oblong cover on the fan cowling. If you stand at the front of the car looking at rhe rad it’s to your left but all the plastics will need taking off to get to them. You will most likely need two new relays but check the wires that go into that plug where the relays go as the wires corrode - Andrew Burton from Staffordshire

Peugeot 407 2006

The rear passenger window (driver’s side) on my Peugeot 407 has dropped. The window will not completely close when the button is pressed. I can slide up the window manually but it can be pushed down and does not lock in place. Could the cable be broken? Is it possible to lock the window in place until it is fixed?

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The window has probably come off the window guides which means you have to remove the inside of door panel to carry out repairs or replace damaged or failed parts - Terry Miller from Cardiff

Peugeot 207 CC 2010

When unlocking my Peugeot 207 CC the mirrors do not automatically open. Does anyone have any ideas as driving without them is dangerous?

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Inside the car where your mirror controls are where you select left and right mirrors pull it backwards while the ignition is on this toggle open and close states of the mirrors - Chris Bee from England

Thanks so much! Just had a panic as thought my electrics had gone! Problem solved - CSS from England

Peugeot 207 2006

Hi there, can anybody come up with a answer to this for me? I have a Peugeot 207 and the keyfob stopped working outside the car. I have changed the battery twice and reprogrammed it to the car. The funny thing is if you sit in the car and put the keyfob by the steering wheel the fob will lock/unlock the doors, step outside and nothing. I`ve tried putting the keyfob on the windscreen by the door and so and so on and nothing. Please help.

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I had same problem. Send it to this guy, it’s to do with the connectors on battery not touching. www.remotekeyfobrepairs.co.uk. He soldered a bit inside, he sent it back after a day, really fast, just email him to ask address to post it 1st class recorded. Hope you sort it, it drove me crazy!!! Charlotte Rollason from Shropshire

I have the same problem as you can see further down in this line of queries. The remote works inside the car but not on the outside when the doors are closed. This indicates the correct signal is being sent but the transmitted signal is simply too weak. I have tried to repalce the battery 3 times, clean battery connectors, and whatever but it still does not work fully - Anders Felding from Sweden

Peugeot 308 2009

Hi. I left my dog in my Peugeot 308 with the electric windows down a few inches. When I came back 30 minutes later the windows had closed. How does this happen? Many thanks.

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I know on the SE models, if you keep your finger on the key fob for a few seconds after locking the car, the windows will automatically close - Richard Long from Devon

Peugeot 106 2002

My Peugeot 106`s driver`s door won`t shut properly. It hasn`t dropped at all, it just won`t catch. It`s getting worse as the weather is getting cold. I`ve tried WD40 and this made it worse. There is a plastic barrel on the catch and this seems slightly worn. Does anyone have any ideas and is this easy to fix? Thank you. (Independence)

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Try using another lubricant other than WD40 as it can dry up, use oil and it could stop the noise - Michael Thompson from Yorkshire

Peugeot 206 2000

Since I have owned my Peugeot 206 I have had to enter the radio code every time I start the car. My car has had one lady owner and I was told this has always been the case. Now the radio will only let me input the code when the weather is really cold or really hot and even then it will only usually work once a day. Once I can enter the code the radio is fine. Any help would be great. Does anyone have any ideas? Thanks. (GLX)

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Hi, sounds like your constant live for the memory isn’t connected properly or it’s shorting out. Pop the stereo out and have a look at the wiring, check the connections to the stereo, make sure they’re in properly. Hope this helps - James lee Gwilt from Staffordshire

Peugeot 206 2002

Hi. I crashed my Peugeot 206 the other day and have broken the radiator. It is leaking and I am just wondering how much it would be to repair? (1.2 manual)

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£20 - £30 for the radiator fit it your self easy enough just make sure you top up your coolant and bleed the system. If you can’t do it yourself should be more than £30 or £40 labour at a rough guess - Tom from England

Peugeot Boxer 2012

I have a Peugeot Boxer Bailey 740 motor home which I have only just picked up. There is a major problem with it`s rear lights. The brakes work but then stop once the dipped lights are put on, then the reversing lights do not work. Now one brake light only when the lights are turned off. Can anyone help?

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If you have a trailer light harness, I would check the wiring, it could be that whoever wired it crossed some wires. I always check for simple things first. Cheers - Ed Wallace from Derbyshire

Peugeot 307 2003

I have recently bought a secondhand Peugeot 307 but am having difficulty with the cd player which will not accept cds into the vents. Also the passenger door can only be opened from the inside. Any suggestions? (hdi glx)

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Probably there is already CD inside the player. Just press the side button - Stefan from England

Peugeot 308 2008

My Peugeot 308`s engine cuts out when I de-clutch at a junction or coast to a stop. It starts immediately. It then runs for a week or more without any problem. However, when driving along on a trailing throttle I feel that the engine only keeps turning because I am in gear as there is a surge of power when I accelerate again. A check by my local main dealer only found a dodgy glow plug and replaced all four. Any suggestions? (2L HDi 136bhp)

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I had power reductions and engine cuts that baffled mechanics - turned out to be inadequate servicing by previous owner/mechanic (fuel filter not changed in 50k despite full service in book - this is common as fuel filter is extremely difficult to get at and change according to my local peugeot mechanic!). Now fuel filter changed car runs like new! Hope this helps -  John Cross from Leicestershire

Peugeot 207 2011

Which Peugeot 207 models have cruise control?

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My 207 GTI THP has cruise control - Chris B from England

My 2008/9 207 sports cielo cruise control and speed limiter - Richard Godding from Somerset

My 207 1.6 16v 175thp gti 57 plate has cruise control - Alan Johnson from Kent

Peugeot 307 CC 2005

My Peugeot 307 CC 55 plate`s air bag light is on and the fault code is U2607 which is to do with the passenger side air bag or belt tensioner. Can anyone help please? Thanks. (55 plate face lift)

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Disconnect battery, check the wire joiners under the seat, pull them apart and clean with alcohol, then put dielectic grease on them and rejoin. Reconnect battery see if light goes out. If not faulty airbag or pretensioner - Paul Andrews from Australia

Peugeot 206 2003

My Peugeot 206 1.4 petrol engine cuts out when braking but will restart instantly. Please could anyone help?

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Hi Mark, my wife had 205 GTI years ago and my son recently had the exact same problem with his 206. On both cars the engine would stall as you took your foot off the throttle and applied the brake. Total nightmare on roundabout / road junctions and very dangerious. The remedy for both cars was to replace the Mass Airflow Sensor and problem went away, easy fix as its only one screw holding it in place - Paul Mullen from England

Peugeot 206 2001

My Peugeot 206`s rear side lights are okay but the rear passenger brake light won`t work. The driver`s side brake light is okay. Any suggestions?

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Remove the bulb holder and clean both contacts where the bulbs sit and clean the wire connecter pins. Corrosion usually the problem - Andrew from Yorkshire

Peugeot 307 CC 2005

Hi, can anyone help? I have a Peugeot 307 CC with the antipollution light on and when the engine is warm it feels sluggish and chugging . It feels like it`s not firing on all cylinders. What should I do?

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Check for blocked exhaust or faulty catalytic convertor or 02 sensor (so long as 98 grade fuel is being used) - Paul Andrews from Australia

I’ve got a 307cc and have had this problem from the very day I bought it. Only by reading up on the internet about the 307cc Anti Pollution Fault, did I realize there are thousands of 307cc owners who have the same problem. Peugeot refuses to accept this problem and it costs at least gbp 75 by Peugeot to put it on an electronic instrument to have it tested "result - no problem". Just to find it happens again. So... I went to the garage, put the best petrol in my car and have never had this problem again, until just recently, when I put the normal leaded petrol in... Now my 307cc is sitting in the garage trying to be repaired. Advice; Put the best petrol in.... then there should be no problems... Or just sell it - Lynda Seehaus from England

I’ve had the problem for the last 3 years. After reading on the internet, changed to the Super Unleaded petrol. Drove without a problem for the last year. 3 days ago, the Anti Pollution Fault reappeared... Had to have the car towed to the garage. Electronic reading was completed, with "9" faults... According to the garage, its now the "Throttle"... Its a beautiful car, but I think its time to part. Even Peugeot won’t admit there is a problem with the ´"Anti Pollution "... they say there is nothing wrong. Try changing to the best petrol.. but it can be lots of reasons...usually something to do with the mixture of petrol and air.... Lynda Seehaus from Wiltshire

Had the same prob with my 307cc 2ltr. Do not take to dealer, they will rob you and give you you a load of bull. The cause is the reading between the exhaust sensors caused by incomplete combustion. Carefully remove the injector rail you will get a small amount of fuel shoot as you release the fuel pipes, put a circuit tester on each injector to test for open circuit my fault was a faulty injector, got one from my local breaker yard, £25 problem solved. At the same time change the spark plugs as I did. The ecu will reset itself overnight, if not disconnect battery, leave overnight like I did and it resets itself. Hope this helps - Terry from Nottinghamshire

Peugeot 207 2006

I tried to pull off the other day in my Peugeot 207 S whilst the handbrake was applied. I realised my mistake and as I went to drive away the engine light came on and the car was very sluggish. There was an info message on the dashboard saying "anti pollution faulty". Also since then the car has sounded very rough and the engine and exhaust have become a lot noisier than before. Can anyone help? (207 3door S)

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Had the same problem with my Peugot 207 s 1.4, turns out I had dropped a valve - Kenny Roberts from England

Peugeot 306 1988

My Peugeot 306 vibrates while driving when I move at any speed more than 65km per hour, even the gear shift lever does. Also it only blows cold air instead of hot air. Can anyone help me? (XN)

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I think you should check your wheel alignment and wheel balancing, they usually cause vibrations on speeds above 65kmph - Wilson Nzau from Kenya

Peugeot 308 SW 2008

How do you retract the rear caliper pistons on my Peugeot 308 SW to enable the fitting of new brake pads? (Hdl Sport)

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You buy the special tool which is available from many of the auto spares shops and doesn’t cost a fortune. I did mine with brute force, but the piston has to be turned at the same time. I’ll buy the tool before doing it again - David Greenwood from Yorkshire

Peugeot 207 2007

My Peugeot 207`s air con is not working. The car has been regassed and there are no leaks. Any suggestions what it could be?

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I take it you have toggled the switch to "AUTO" rather than "A/C"? Simon King from Conwy

Peugeot 307 CC 2006

My Peugeot 307 CC`s nearside rear side lights when turned on flicker on then go off. Any ideas about this problem?

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Hi, do they stay on when your not in car? Deborah O’Neill from Leicestershire

Hi Robert. Sorry, I don’t have an answer, but I am wondering if you go this sorted because mine has just begun to do the same - Mark from Dorset

Believe it or not but the problem is a blown license plate bulb. When it goes the tail light will just blink twice pause and blink one more time and stay off. Replace the license plate bulbs and all will be fine. My suggestion is to replace both sides. The bulbs are cheap. You will need one bulb per side W5W, 5W all glass bulb. Good luck! Tom from Poland

Advice from Tom on changing number plate bulb is spot on. Took out bulb holder gave it a bit of wd 40 replaced bulb, job done. Be aware dealer wanted to replace whole unit for £430, many thanks to Tom from Poland, job cost me £1 - Vince Docherty from Dumbartonshire

Peugeot 206 2007

My Peugeot 206 makes an audible beep sound when turning a corner. Why is this? (zest)

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Check your brake fluid level - Karl Dean from England

Peugeot 207 SW 2007

Hi, I have a Peugeot 207 SW and my aircon runs warm, do I need it recharging?

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Sure do buddy. About 40 quid at most garages. Try a halfords auto centre. They’re reasonably priced and usually do a proper job as they’ve got a reputation to keep up! James from Yorkshire

Peugeot 307 2007

How do you get rid of the economy mode on my Peugeot 307? (1.4 x line petrol)

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It should go out when you start your engine - Bruce Evans from Shropshire

Peugeot 306 1999

How much should a replacement radiator cost for my Peugeot 306?

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I got one off EBAY, priced around £45 including delivery recentley for my project 306. Off the top of my head, I think there’s two types, depending on which phase of car you own. With mine I had to blank off an additional pipe exit, with a piece of hose and a bolt, because they produce it to cover all applications of engine. Bayonet type are a bit of a pig to push in, due to lack of room and hose, and require a new seal. :-) Philip Clark from England

Peugeot Expert 2007

My Peugeot Expert`s O/S/F window does not go up or down, but you can here a click sound when you press the electric window switch. I need to know how do I take the window out when it’s not working without it smashing? Secondly is it the motor or the mechanism, however the cable is intact? Many thanks. (E7)

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Hi, if you remove the motor from the mechanism you will find on one side there are 3 pins and a coupling (black) and 3 pins on the opposite you will find that on one side the plastic 3 pins are broken. Good luck - Joseph Cauchi from Malta

Peugeot 308 2007

I have got Bluetooth system which enables me to answer my phone handsfree in my Peugeot 308. I can answer a call by pressing the "ok" button on the stereo but cannot end a call. On other models the answer button is on the stereo add on under the steering wheel but this does not work on mine. Any ideas?

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Go into menu, then telephone (as you would to make a call), there is then an option to manage current call and then choose to terminate call. Don’t know if there is a quicker way though - Sorcha from England

I have the same problem on my 207. It’s a right pain - Richard Long from Devon

Peugeot 206 2000

My Peugeot 206`s rpm is not working, can anyone tell me why?

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Hi. I had the same problem with my Peugeot 206 recently so I took the clocks out and got some new ones at a scrappy, cost 20 pound, that sorted the problem for me. Another problem could also be the speed sensor that’s on the gearbox. First thing I would try is change the instrument panel my rev counters worked fine since changing them. Hope this helps :) Paul Marshall from Durham

Peugeot 206 CC 2003

Hi, there is a picture of a car showing up on the dashboard of my Peugeot 206 CC and it beeps when it comes up. It was only happening maybe every 1/2 hr but now it`s more and more frequent. Does anyone know why this is happening or what is wrong with it?

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Hi. I had the same problem, found it was a loose connection on boot lock - Illa Rawlinson from England

Peugeot 207 2011

When I close the passenger door my Peugeot 207 automatically locks. How can I switch this off?

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You have lock button on your 207 dashboard. Press and hold it for few seconds until you here click, that solves your problem, the doors will not lock automatically anymore - Vlada car from Serbia

Peugeot 1007 2007

Can anyone tell me how to ’reset’ the doors on my Peugeot 1007? When it was working the driver’s door re-opened each time it was selected closed (without locking at the rear). I can push the door closed but it still does not lock (using key fob or deadlocks). Any clues anyone? (1.4)

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I’ve read you just need to keep a can of WD40 in the car and spray all the contact points to free up sticking doors - Sandra Rickell from England

Peugeot Expert 2005

My Peugeot Expert has no power, lots of oil. The head was removed and pressure tested, head skimmed and rebuilt, new cam belt kit fitted and all pins fitted. After the rebuild it started on the first few turns and runs but the throttle is not very responsive and there`s black smoke. Any thoughts of where to look?

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I’m not saying it is but the turbo at the back of the engine could be gone. If not the turbo try the egr valve as is besides the turbo. The two can cause the same problem as I found out. Now if it is this have money behind you as my turbo and egr valve went and it cost me £1110. Ye ha easy money for some folk. It took them the best part of a day and still not right - Mick Canavan from England

Peugeot 307 CC 2006

My Peugeot 307 CC blows a fuse 20 amp when I try to start it. It runs fine once or twice after but then blows again. The same fuse runs the heaters and they`re always warm. Any ideas?

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I have the same problem. Please can someone help... Helen from Hertfordshire

Use a 25 amp fuse instead, just read about this problem on another forum - Scott from Worcestershire

Peugeot 206 2002

My Peugeot 206 stopped while I was driving and now won`t start. What could be wrong?

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Hi there, I’ve got a Peugeot 206 and it has the same problem. When I’m going somewhere and I’m doing 60 it comes up on the dash - stop - and it loses its power. Then I called the RAC out he put it on his computer and nothing came back to it as its supposed to but touch wood mine hasn’t for a while. Also, it could be no petrol as I broke down in it as I thought it has a petrol light but it doesn’t and it won’t start until you put petrol in it. I hope I answered a few things for you - Toni Newnham from England

Peugeot 207 2012

How can I disable the silly 3 click feature on the direction indicator on my Peugeot 207? (active)

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Hi Ken, I’d love to know if you found an answer - Mark Adamson from England

Peugeot 306 2000

Hi, my Peugeot 306`s airbag warning light is on all of the time and I was told that it was a loose wire under the seat. I got the light out but it came on again. How do you remove the driver`s seat with a side airbag so I can sort out the wires? Thanks.

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Most important thing to remember with air bags is allow plenty of time after battery disconection, to let the system discharge. Then working methodically, undo the seat mounting bolts, and once undone, push the seat backwards to lie flat, revealing connections. *Now this is the tricky bit* Your car is wired for both pretenshioners and airbags, effectivley 4 connections. Both connectors work on a collapsable principle, meaning if they become loose or worn, they tell the airbag system theres 0 resistance, indicating a fault. Split the connectors, Spray plenty of wd40, Reconnect and repower up the system. If it stops on solid, theres an open circuit, if it flashes, theres too little resistance. In either case, personally id cut off both sides of the respective connectors, and Solder on new ones from maplin, priced around £10 per seat, and see if that helps. Worth pointing out You "MAY" require a BSI box reset afterwards, depending on model year. Good luck. :-) Phil Clark from Staffordshire

Peugeot 206 2004

Hi. I have a Peugeot 206 1.1 fever 2004 reg. Where can I find ht leads?

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Modern petrol engines do not use the old ignition principle of distributor’s. They use an ignition coil for each cylinder (or pair of cylinders) otherwise known as a coil pack. This ’coil pack’ is what creates the voltage pulses to the spark plugs. You can’t miss it. Should have a citroen and Peugeot badge on top of it siting slightly behind the cylinder head. Here’s a link to an image http://www.google.co.uk/search?q=peugeot+coil+pack+206+picture&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8&hl=en&client=safari#miuv=0 - Ryan Teasdale from England

Peugeot Expert 2008

My Peugeot Expert`s washers have stopped working. The fuse is okay and the pump’s been replaced but they’re still not working. There seems to be an electrical / earth fault. Is there any common fault know please? (Tepee HDi 2.0)

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Hi - same thing happened - first time round, was simply a fuse - this year for mot - told it was the pump - then, no - that’s ok, then that the feed isn’t working, having quoted £80 for pump and labour - now told it’s probably the switch - which I have been quoted £201 for. However to be fair, they say they are trying some other tests - have put a question out, if this can really be so. Suspicious, as when I took it in for this years mot - noticed mileage was more last year than it is now - when I pointed this out (same garage)-they were insistent nothing could be done about it - wonder if it means vosa would give them problems or what? So, could it be that all sorts of deferring going on? Sorry - may not have answered your question - but, especially if a female van driver can get all sorts tried on! Would say a website like this is very worthwhile - Helen from Hampshire

Peugeot Boxer 2004

What size are the wheels of my Peugeot Boxer? (motorhome.)

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Look at the tyres, this will tell you the profile, width and diameter. For example, if you look on the wall of the tyre it will read something like this 225/75 16 - this means the width is 225 wide the tyre profile is measured from the bottom of the tyre to the wheel rim ie 75mm , and the 16 is the diameter of the wheel in inches OK - Nigel Wheeler from Dorset

Peugeot 207 2006

When should I change the front discs on my Peugeot 207? At what interval?

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They are known for not lasting long, pads wear quick and the discs are rubbish, keep an eye on both but I would change both at 2 or 3 year intervals depending on milage - Ian Brown from Yorkshire

Peugeot 206 2000

Hi. When I start my Peugeot 206 for the first 5 minutes there is a squeaking noise coming from the clutch every time I press it. This goes as soon as the engine is warm. Does anybody know what this is or how to fix it? Many thanks.

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Same problem with mine. Things came to a head today as the clutch has gone so I would get it checked out if I was you. I just about made it to the garage - Helen from Lancashire

Thrust bearing, if your clutch is feeling different or a judder when on bite point. Could also be just a squeaky pedal or a bad cable best to get it checked - Tom from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2009

My Peugeot 207 CC is over heating and the fan comes on telling me to stop the car. What should I do?

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Replace the engine temp sensor £18 - Bob Jones from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

My Peugeot 207 CC`s main lights only work when I turn eg turn left and the leftside comes on, turn right and the right side comes on, go forward and the main lights stay off only the sidelights are on. Can anybody help?

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I have the 2009 207cc. There is a parking assist feature which lights up the left and right so you can see the corner or kerb so you don’t scrape your alloys. With main beam dipped on the side lights will still illuminate the left and right. Cool feature. What you’re explaining is normal. Just put your toggle to AUTO and the car will do all this for you. If you do not want this, select the parking assist switch on the center console until it is orange, then the parking assist is off. See the manual - a j from England

From the manual. Press menu on the radio. Choose : Personalisation - configuration. Define the vehicle parameters parking assistance choose on or off using the arrow keys on the radio. Guide me home headlamps and timing can be set here - a j from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2005

My Peugeot 206 CC idles erratically and sometimes stalls when tapped to rev up. There are no error codes lighting up. Does anyone know what the problem could be?

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Sounds like it’s a coil pack fault. I had a similar fault with no error on the dashboard. Used a diagnosis program and coil pack was at fault. It’s not that expensive to replace and is very easy to replace, even by a novice mechanic - Chris from Caerphilly

I have just had this problem with my 2005 - 206. Cleaned out the MAP sensor with contact cleaner spray (Lectro kleen) - everything fine - Roy from South Africa

Peugeot 207 2006

I have had an intermittent squealing noise coming from the rear passenger side of my Peugeot 207 since purchasing it second hand. I have taken it back to the garage 3 times and they say they cannot detect the noise but have checked the brakes and all appears fine. It used to happen at slow speeds and when turning but happened yesterday on a dual carriage way at 50mph. It is so loud that people look and stare. Has anyone else had this issue please? (GT)

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I had a similar problem in Sainsbury’s car park and found that it was low pressure in one tyre causing it. It would seem that certain surfaces can produce a squeal even when a given wheel is just under what it should be! Simon King from Conwy

Have your wheel bearing checked out. If the car has been kerbed at any time it may well have damaged the bearing and they squeal when get hot. I’m surprised the garage did not check it for you, but then again they won’t if they are paying - Bryan Willey from England

Peugeot Expert 2002

My Peugeot Expert`s speedo stopped working on my 2.0 hdi. Could it be a simple fix on my speedo? Thanks

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I had the same problem a couple of months ago. I thought it would be just a case of replacing a cable. Sadly not, should have known.The whole dash unit had to be replaced. The cost of a new one was huge but my garage found a place, in Cornwall I think, that refurbishes them I think it cost about £150 - Paul Smith from Devon

Peugeot Partner 2008

My Peugeot Partner has it`s oil indication light on and the stop light and it beeps. What does this mean? (Paugeot partner 16HDI.) Thanks.

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Take out the positive battery for few minuits and put agin and start - Frans Muscat from Malta

I`ve just had the same fault. It was the oil pick up filter was blocked, some one had not used C3 fully synthetic oil. Next thing to go if you don’t sort it will be the turbo - Nick Booth from Lincolnshire

Peugeot 407 SW 2008

How do I adjust the front tyre sensor on my Peugeot 407 SW? I had two front tyres replaced, the sensor is now showing low air in the offside front.

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Put 38 pressure, not 37 as recommended - Bruce from England

Peugeot 206 2004

Please what are the main problems for high fuel consumption in a Peugeot 206?

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Hi, can be 3 different problems: 1. Exhaust blowing 2. Faulty lamba sensor/02 sensor 3. Ffaulty air flow meter. When was the last service i.e oil change, air filter, spark plugs? James lee Gwilt from Staffordshire

Peugeot 206 CC 2003

Is it normal for the radio of my Peugeot 206 CC to remain on for approx 1 minute after removing the key from the ignition and also come on when the door is opened?

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I have the same problem with my 206 cc. When I had the factory fitted radio in my car it turned off when the ignition was turned off and the key taken out. Since fitting a new radio it too like yours stays on for about a minute after taking the key out the ignition and then comes on again when the doors are opened. Be good to know if it’s a fault or not - Kelly from Nottinghamshire

I had my radio replaced and the guy who has done it told me he had to run a wire from a cigarette lighter to power the radio because the original radio gets its power from a computer. Maybe your power is connected to interior light; that would explain why it stays on for a minute and turns on when the door opens. Try to rewire the unit with power coming from the lighter and it will work only when the ignition is on or on acc position - Julius B from Australia

I’ve got exactly the same problem with my 407 using the RD4 radio. Glad I’m not the only one, but I’d prefer an answer to to this conundrum - Angus Kitchin from Gloucestershire

Peugeot 206 CC 2004

My Peugeot 206 CC`s screen washers are not working. The fuse 14 is okay, the washer pump is okay but there is no power to the pump. Can anyone help? (2ltr SE)

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If the fuse is OK, but no power to the pump, it’s only really 2 problems. Either your dashboard stalk is broken or there is a fault in the wiring, possible even a relay - Chris from Caerphilly

Peugeot 107 2009

How many lights should come on when I reverse, one or two?

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One - Emma from Lancashire

Peugeot 206 2004

Hi, my dad bought a Peugeot 206 the other day. Don`t get me wrong the car`s great but what is not great is the beeping noise coming through the radio speakers. This only happens when the radio is turned on. Any ideas? Thanks.

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Found the problem. The car had a hands free phone in it before and the phone leads where still connected to the stereo, pulled these out no more problem, hope this helps a few ppl - James lee Gwilt from Staffordshire

Peugeot 107 2005

Where do I top up the power steering fluid on my Peugeot 107?

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The Peugeot 107 doesn’t have hydraulic power steering, so there is no power steering fluid!!! It’s power steering is an electric motor on the column between the steering wheel and the rack - abc cba from England

Peugeot 407 2007

My Peugeot 407`s LCD display on the dash fades after a few minutes of driving. It goes completely blank in about ten minutes. Does anyone know why? (HDI)

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I have the same problem. I believe it`s something to do with the heat, it is a common problem. Peugeot have quoted me £247 to replace it but I am currently seeking a cheaper option. You can buy the screens for around £80 but I`ve been told that it needs coding to your vehicle head unit? Not sure if this is the case however - Gordon S from England

Peugeot 206 2001

My Peugeot 206`s engine management light is flashing and firing on three cylinders. Can anyone help?

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Hi, sounds to me like your coil pack is knackered or an injector has gone. You need to check for a spark in the one that`s miss-firing, plus a pressure test on the bores might have dropped a valve. Hope this helps. A garage normally charge £50 to do this or even less - James Gwilt from Staffordshire

Peugeot 106 2002

When I put my Peugeot 106 in 1st gear then it`s all gone loose and can`t go into any other gear. It`s now stuck in 1st and just all floppy handled. Can anyone tell me how to fix this? I think it might be the gear selector?

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The problem may be the gear box or clutch, if the clutch is not engaging and disengaging the gearbox from the engine properly, it may slip - Aaron Boyer from England

I had the same problem... There is a ball joint that sometimes pops out! You need to get your hand inbetween where the gear box joins on to the selector. And just pop the joint back together! Hope this helps - Hayley Edwards from England

Peugeot 308 SW 2008

My Peugeot 308 SW`s headlights keep coming on when I am driving during the day. Any ideas? (4c9hz)

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The sensor is on the centre top of the dash. I assume you have not stuck anything immediately above it like a TomTom or paperwork? I regularly carry an overhanging load on the roof which blocks the line of sight from the sensor to the sky, that is enough to bring the lights on in daylight - Stewart Reid from Scotland

You have the car set up for daylight running lights, a legal requirement in many European countries. You need to go into the menu on the heads up display to change - Gareth from Rhondda Cynon Taff

Peugeot 207 2007

I can`t find the adjuster nut for the handbrake on my Peugeot 207. It should be underneath but I can`t find it. Can anyone help?

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It’s underneath the centre console. If you have a look down the gap by handrake you’ll see it. 10mm nut - Daniel C from Australia

Peugeot 207 2008

Hi there, please can anyone help? In the morning I unlocked my Peugeot 207 with the remote key without any problems. When I tried to start it up there was an info saying AUTO LOCKING ACTIVE. .I tried with the spare key to open it in the lock and then again tried to start the car but still the same message. Any ideas what could have happened last night as everything was as usual before?

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I think this is simply the feature where the doors will lock automatically when you reach a certain speed. You should be able to turn it off using the computer settings, which can be accessed by pressing the menu button on the radio with the key turned - Ken Griggs from England

Peugeot 407 1995

About two weeks ago I went around a corner slowly and my Peugeot 407`s engine stopped completely. I pulled over while my car was still rolling and restarted the engine. It started straight away. Yesterday on a 15 minute drive it did the same thing about 5 times at different roundabout/lights. When I got home from work this morning I went to turn into my driveway and it felt like the power steering stopped completely and the engine turned off again. Now it won`t start. What should I check before I try and get a mechanic to look over it?

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Probably the cam shaft sensor needs replacing. The part is cheap and easy to fit. I have a Peugeot 407 and had to replace this part a few times, the engine normally cuts out and often restarts again after a few minutes and could be ok for a while - Terry Miller from Cardiff

Peugeot 307 CC 2009

What is the best / cheapest way to run an i pod through the blaupunkt cd changer in my Peugeot 307 CC as there is no aux jack?

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You could use a Belkin wireless adaptor from Amazon. It tunes to your radio on 88.4 and tune radio to that and that`s it, really easy to use, handy dock station for ipod and it recharged ipod too.. A good choice without replacing a radio - Jim Cairns from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

When I turn my Peugeot 207 CC`s ignition on from cold, the engine temperature reads at about 80’C The car takes a few attempts to start and when it does it sounds very sluggish - like it’s about to stall. If given a few minutes to warm up, the car then runs fine, apart from the engine temperature reading 90-100’C with the gauge needle swinging quickly between the two readings. The fan is also on a lot. Could this be a faulty sensor?

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Exact same problem here, has anyone got any idea what the problem is and should i stop driving car till its sorted - Steven from Lanarkshire

Peugeot 207 CC 2006

Hi, My Peugeot 206 CC`s alarm intermittently goes off when I unlock the car and just recently of it’s own accord! Any clues?

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This could be due to low battery. Pressure sensors inside the cabin wet weather. Weak sealing around the cabin causing a false opening alarm. No quick fix except test battery and seals, see your local mechanic - a j from England

Peugeot 407 2007

I have just had new tyres fitted to my Peugeot 407 and had the front ones that were good put on the back and the new tyres put on the front using the back wheels. The low pressure sign keeps coming up but I know all the tyres are good. Is it possible to turn the sensors off by pulling a fuse or something? (2 ltr diesel)

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The sensors can be turned off by Peugeot but it would cost so you would be better off putting the wheels back to where they were removed from the sensors are set for different front and rear tyre pressures - Terry Miller from Cardiff

Peugeot 307 SW 2003

On the dashboard of my Peugeot 307 SW where it shows the time/ date, it had a few days showing what mileage was remaining from my petrol, now it doesn’t show that. How can I change the settings to get it back to that? I’ve tried literally every button and I can’t do anything. Thanks in advance.

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Henry the button for the fuel computer is located on the end of the.wiper stalk. It can often be confused for the windscreen washers - Rob from Oxfordshire

Peugeot 407 2009

I got my Peugeot 407 serviced a month ago. A depollution system fault was coming up. I had the glow plugs changed but a month later the same fault came up and the engine was low on power. Can anyone help?(ultra)

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I had the same issue in August. Not a good story. I also have LPG (so duel fuel) and the depollution unit came on and the car began to shudder on the motorway with 4 kids on board... scary. In the end I had to replace the ECU units for both the petrol and the lpg. Very costly in the end, but saved a bundle through Halfords instead of Peugeot. WAY OVER PRICED. I still do not know why it happened in the first place - Jeremy Payne from England

Peugeot 308 2012

My Peugeot 308`s steering makes a sound when it turns in both ways and if my car is running fast over 20 KM/H the sound disappears. The sound increases if the car is stopped or while I’m parking,. Please can anyone tell me what is the problem?

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Hi, if you are in Jeddah please visit our service center to check your car. Regards, Abubaker binlakser Haji Hussien Alireza company Kilo 11, old Makkah road. Tel: 6202020 - Abubaker Binlakser from Saudi Arabia

Peugeot 407 2006

I can`t open the boot of my Peugeot 407 either with the fob key or with the O on the boot. It is a 407 HDI sport 2179cc 170BHP. I have tried re locking it via the fob and by the key in the door. I have checked that the boot isn`t permanently locked by the main computer and it isn`t. Any help would be much appreciated as I am worried that if I get a flat tyre I cannot get into the boot to get the spare. Any ideas? Thanks in advance.

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Use the LCD screen to change your settings. There is an option to lock the boot permanently and you can unlock it here - D Conyarf from England

This happened to me. The boot wires may be broken, a common fault. Do a search on the forums. You need to open the boot from the inside. Drop the back seats - take the cover off the boot from the inside, you can then get to the lock. There is a small hole on the lock casing, if you put a small screwdriver in it the boot will open. Now with the boot opened the wires from the lock pass through a rubber tube into the car. You need to get into this by pulling it away from the car body. Once you can see the wires look fro the broken one and repair it. I used spade connectors and insulated them with masking tape. A soldered joint would be better. Put the cover back on the boot and you`re done - Mark Brady from Lancashire

Peugeot 308 2009

How can I balance the front and rear speakers in my Peugeot 308?

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Via Fade - Jan from Netherlands

Peugeot 807 1995

Hi. I have replaced the clutch on my Peugeot 807 and now it doesn`t matter what I try I can`t bleed the clutch. The clutch pedal is to the floor. Does anyone have any ideas?

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If it`s an old one there is a spring behind the clutch pedal that catches - Jack from Cheshire

Peugeot 307 CC 2008

My daughter`s Peugeot 307 CC makes a rubbing/ sqeaking noise from the auxiliary belt area when started from cold, the noise disappears once the engine is warm. I have removed the aux belt to isolate all pullies but the noise remains. Can anyone help? (2L petrol)

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Replace the crankshaft pulley, outer pulley is slipping on the rubber, when it gets hot the rubber swells, noise now disaapears - Paul Andrews from Australia

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

I use the spare key to drive my wife’s Peugeot 207 CC GT, there are no remote buttons on it. There appears to be no facility to open the boot unless you have the key with the remote on it. Is it possible to open the boot using the spare key without a remote button? (207cc GT)

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There should be a button under the groove above the rear licence plate. Press it and hey presto - SG from Singapore

Peugeot 207 2007

Hi, can anyone help? My Peugeot 207`s dashboard warning is coming up telling me that there is an indicator fault [nb not the bulb blown/bulb faulty warning symbol] ,when I use nearside/turn left indicator. I checked when back home and sure enough the front indicator light is not working but the bulb seems okay, I drove the car round the estate again and the indicator works okay, then the warning comes on again and the front indicator stops working. I am really worried because I never know when it’s going to happen. Has anybody got any ideas.? Thanks. (1.4s)

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Just wondered if you had solved the problem, as exactly the same has happened to my 2007 207 in the last few days. I get the dashboard warning "Direction indicators faulty" when I indicate left, and only the front left indicator is not working - Jill Davies from England

Peugeot 206 1999

My Peugeot 206`s engine on the driver`s side is making a grinding noise when I’ve been sitting in traffic for more than 15 minutes which is kind of scary. I have turned the engine off and restarted the car and this helps for a short time. When I drive at normal speeds there are no noises and it drives fine. Can anyone help? Cheers.

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Replace bottom pully these have rubber inbetween to prevent noise. It will fall apart eventually. The faster you drive the worse it gets. Hope this helps - Andrew from Yorkshire

Hi, I have bought a 206 in the last couple of months and the car seemed to make a grinding noise when getting to about 50mph, I took it back to the garage and they said it was nothing mechanical, it sounds like wind getting in a little gap or something. They said the noise was the same as when people have car roof racks on. It’s now happened the other day when turning out of a car park and wasn’t even doing 20mph, so I am not convinced. Did it happen to you while driving or just while sat in traffic? Hav you had these pulleys replaced? Many thanks - Chloe Cookson from Cheshire

Peugeot 807 2003

I have a Peugeot 807 2.0 hdi diesel on an 03 plate. I have recently had a new turbo. The car was running fine but my only trouble is when I was on the motorway the other day it wouldn`t rev over 3000 and ever since it will still not rev over 3000. I have tried most possible things that it could be and still no change. Any ideas on what could be causing it? Would be much appreciated, thanks.

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Sounds like it is the paticulater filter fluid is low needs topping up and resetting should sort you car out - Julian Neaves from Kent

I had the same issue but it was not the Turbo it was the MAP sensor that measures the air pressure. The plastic pipe on it which goes into the main incoming hose from the Intercooler to the Turbo had snapped. So the sensor was still working but measuring no change in pressure. This stopped the Turbo from working. You would not see an error code for this as the sensor was essentially working but the turbo will not run without it. If you drive without the sensor on you get an Anti Pollution Fault - Tony F from Northumberland

Peugeot 206 2001

I have fitted new lower suspension wishbones to the front of my Peugeot 206 but am now getting a creaking noise when driving. Any suggestions as to why?

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Hi, it should be ok as you have made everything stiff again, should go away within time, nothing to worry about. Hope this helps - James lee Gwilt from Staffordshire

Peugeot Expert 2007

My Peugeot Expert`s nearside door is ajar at the top of the rear passenger sliding door it sits in the door check everywhere apart from the top front part of the door. I have tried to adjust it but cannot pull it in with the bolts of the sliding arm. Does anybody have any ideas how to sort it as the wind and rain just fly in? (Old Style)

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I have any earlier 52 model and had a similar issue Bob. It’s not about adjusting the top front runner arm, I found that if you place between 1 and 3 penny washers between the lower front runner arm and door using existing runner fixings this evens up the door and allows it to close equally. Hope this works for you it did for me (just play about until your happy with result) - Paul W from Somerset

Peugeot 307 2003

Why am I losing an excessive amount of fluid from my Peugeot 307`s air conditioner when the engine is switched off?

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Presumably you use the air conditioner only when it’s hot (does that occur often in UK?). In producing cool air the moisture content condenses on the air conditioning unit all the time. Usually this is not noticed, but when the engine stops quite a lot can drip and form a puddle on the ground - Ivan H from New Zealand

Peugeot 407 2005

How do you reset the airbags light on the display of my Peugeot 407? The airbags are okay. (hdi)

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If the air bags are ok then the fault could be that the comms unit is faulty the comms unit is located on steering colum to check for fault you need to have a diagnostic check to show fault code the message on screen normally shows as seat belt pretensioner / air bag fault - Terry Miller from Wales

Please don’t take this the wrong way but you’re wrong about where the unit is! It’s underneath the cd computer panel in front of gear stick. If you take ashtray out you can see it. Under seat check the wires and make sure there ok and tight but you must not do it with the ignition on as you could set pretension seatbelt to activate or even the air bags. After you done this, disconnect battery for at least 10 minutes, leave bonnet open and driver’s window down. Connect battery again then go and start car but leave all doors closed and do it through open window. If it’s a minor fault this will reset but if it’s a permanent real fault the light will come on no matter how many times you reset it. Worth a try Bennet m8 and good luck ok, Gaz - Garry Dawson from England

Peugeot 206 2002

Update on drop link question: I took the Peugeot 206 back to the garage and he replaced it free of charge. I`ve driven less than 20 miles and it`s broken again - am totally stumped as to what could be causing this. Any help would be much appreciated. Can anyone advise me? (1.1 look)

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Hi, it’s either the shocker is damaged or the actual spring, plus damaged bushes in lower arms can cause a hell of alot of movement. Hope this helps - James lee Gwilt from Staffordshire

Peugeot 206 2002

I had the drop link arm replaced yesterday on my Peugeot 206 and it broke (ball joint seperated) the same day. I took it back to the garage and was told it must be a problem with my suspension. Is this possible? Any thoughts would be appreciated. (1.1 look)

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Hi, there’s a chap at the top with the same problem, if the drop links break after say 15-20 miles the lower arm bushes are knackered can either be this or a damage shocker. To test the shocker push down on the side that the drop links keep breaking on, if its bounces up and down a few times the shockers had it, if it goes down and comes back up straight away and doesn’t bounce it’s ok, then there’s the spring, you need to check if it’s not broken in half or weak, normally a weak spring or broken spring make the car dip down in which ever corner it has gone. If damaged bushes are the issue the garage you took it too should of visually inspected it. Hope this helps - James lee Gwilt from Staffordshire

Peugeot 207 CC 2007

My Peugeot 207 CC`s heater blowers are not working. Any suggestions?

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Fuses? Check the fuse box, and fans - a j from England

Peugeot 106

My Peugeot 106`s (V reg with 63,’000 miles) engine slowly ticks over and then suddenly stops when I`m driving along. After 10 minutes it will restart. What can be causing this problem?

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I think it could be the fuel pump - Mark Heron from Scotland

Peugeot 407 SW 2007

What has happened? I drove my Peugeot 407 SW and suddenly the engine just switched off. When I try to start it it sounds like the starter is not turning, it just makes a winding sound but does not turn the flywheel. When I put it in gear and start it without pressing the clutch pedal the car moves a little bit forward but it still does not start. I checked all the fuses but all is well. Could a system reset help to factory defaults because I have never seen a car move while in gear if the starter is "free" and the solenoid is not kicking in? The car has been standing for three days now but still does not start.

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Have you managed to fix the car already? What is the root cause for such a problem? I’m also having the same problem on my Peugeot 407 SW SE 2.0HDi 2005. Please kindly advice. Thank you - Norazman Saad from London

Peugeot 207 2008

At how many miles does the cam belt need changing on a Peugeot 207 please? (HDi)

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At about 100k... The book says 140k but my mechanic has just done mine and don’t forget the pulleys too. Just ask for a timing belt kit change - Julie Chiker from Worcestershire

Peugeot 407 2008

What is the flat plastic box on my Peugeot 407 that is connected to the turbo under the sump, with inlet and outlet hose connections?

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Sounds like the air filter box - Shane from Ireland

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

I cannot get the roof of my Peugeot 207 CC up. Any suggestions?

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Did you press and hold the button? If you did, try stepping a little on the accelerator, then press and hold the button simultaneously. If it doesn’t work, get your roof mechanism checked - SG from Singapore

The roof screen in the boot has to be deployed also, pull it back and put it into the slots in the boot side. Depending on the model type and accessories fitted you have to hold the button throughout the function - a j from England

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

My Peugeot 407 SW`s air conditioning is not getting cold, only warm air is coming through, even on minimum. If we regas it will this cure it, or is there a Summer/Winter switch near the radiator filling tank that we should alter? Thank you.

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I had same problem, had the air con regassed, £50 now perfect - Terry Cotton from Gloucestershire

Peugeot Boxer 1998

We have a Peugeot Boxer 270 MWB Campervan (1998) and we have a water leak in the left hand passenger front footwell under the loose carpet. Any ideas where the water might be coming from? It seems to be only when it`s really heavy rain. (Campervan)

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A large rubber pipe on the fire wall is crimped and is holding water. Uncrimp and about 2 pints of water will eject. The rubber pipe is to the right when you are standing in front of the engine. I had the same problem - Frank Marriner from Buckinghamshire

Peugeot 307 2003

My Peugeot 307 automatically indicates left when I have turned right. Does anyone know why?

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It’s the com 2000, a common fault with all Peugeots. You need to replace it - Daren Harrison from England

Peugeot 307 CC 2009

I have fitted rear park sensors to my Peugeot 307 CC but cannot see where to find the reversing light wire, as most of the loom moves with the roof movement. Can anyone tell me where Peugeot connect these to the loom?

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Hi Terry. Don’t know if you have your answer yet but just in case you haven’t the reverse light wire is under nearside (left as you look from the back) rear wing, there is a black plastic cover with three screws in it, two on the top and one at the side, take this off and you will see a black loom, take the cloth/plastic insulation off and I think it is a white wire that feeds the reverse light, just check it with a multimeter, be sure to tuck the new wires in so they don’t foul the boot when it is opening. Best of luck - Dave Johnson from Spain

Peugeot 207 2006

There is a rattling noise coming from the top of the engine of my Peugeot 207. I don’t think it is the timing chain. Can anyone suggest what it could be?

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I have the same thing. I think mine comes from the passenger side though. It stops when I rev the engine. I opened the bonnet and touched a few stuff and I reckon it’s the engine cover and/or air intake soft pipe on the right side of the engine. Check if your noise stops when you press that pipe down - Flow from England

Peugeot 107 2009

How do you use the automatic selector on my Peugeot 107? What is ’E’? (Automatic)

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It stands for economy, and is automatic mode - Ian Forbes from Buckinghamshire

Peugeot 206 1999

Hi. 206 16i driving down motorway car cut out engine management light does not come on and won’t start. Any help please thank you.

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This could be the coil pack - Steve from England

Peugeot 307 SW 2004

Hi. I have a 2004 307 SW and the plastic protective cover under the engine has fallen off, along with the drivers side inner wheel arch. Is there a problem if I don’t replace this item? Many thanks.

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Hi. I had my car in a few weeks ago and was talking with the dealer about this. He said that this was for making the car a bit more aerodynamic. Some people request to have this taken off. It’s up to you if you replace it. I hope this helps - Stuart Hendy from Nottinghamshire

Peugeot 307 2002

I have an intermittent anti pollution warning come up on dash which when checked it comes back with the secondary air system at fault. Once the mechanic clears the fault it is ok for another 1000 miles. Any suggestions. Whilst the fault is being displayed it does not affect the performance of the car in any way.

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You need to fill anti pollution filter with special fluid. It has to be done by mechanic. But it costs a lot. I have done already about 20000 miles with engine faulty display on - Stefan from England

Peugeot Boxer 1998

On my Peugeot Boxer, I need to replace the knob on the front console which operates the air intake / air circulate flap which slides right and left. Not made anymore. can we find a replacement?

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Sorry it`s not an answer as such, as I`m looking for the same item. I have tried online scrap dealers with no joy ,am going to try owner`s club next. Good hunting ! - Glyn Lacey from Lancashire

Peugeot 307 2006

Recently, on my Peugeot 307, I had this message, "electrical circuit faulty". How can I fix it and is it serious? Thanks.

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I had problems with mine, you need premium unleaded instead of unleaded, that will sort it out straight away - Andy Tyler from Nottinghamshire

Peugeot 407 2005

The cruise control on my Peugeot 407 has stopped working. When i turn it on only ---- flashes at me? Any suggestions please?

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Same happened to me. Check the fly lead form the break paddle. Over time it disconnects or wears - Stephen from County Down

Peugeot 107 2004

Why might my amber coloured engine warning light stay on when the engine is running? Thank you.

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You will need a full diagnostic to determined the cause - Dionne Jennings from England

Peugeot 207 2008

My 207 developed a "de-pollution system fault" after only one week of purchasing it, the car slowed right down just after accelerating onto a dual carriage way from a slip road and the vehicle went into "limp mode??" The garage I bought it from said they found 2 of the spark plugs had burnt out due to the engine bay having been steamed cleaned prior to being sold. Apparently the plugs are a 2 part plug?? This was the only fault their diagnostic machine found, so they told me. Can anyone let me know if this could have been the problem or may it have been something more and they are not letting on? Thanks.

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My Dad`s 207 Sport HDI has had similar issue with engine cutting out whilst driving at reasonable speed, anti pollution warning followed by oil pressure too low and total loss of power, but then starts up again fine. It has happened a handful of times in the past 14 months but twice in the same day today. Diagnostics by his regular technician show nothing. I have Googled it and seems to be common but hard to trace sometimes. A few posts point to fuel filter issues and others to fuse box. Please let us know if you get any more info on it. Thanks - Bec from Yorkshire

I had the same problem and had two solenoids fitted. That seemed to sort it out - Sharon Dyer from Yorkshire

What were the two solenoids you changed please - Derek Evans from England

Unfortunately, no answer, but my parents’ 207 HDi car has the same problem i.e. car will cut out showing the engine autodiagnostics system light, with anti pollution message. Been to dealer and air intake filters were changed. Still happenng though, and becoming more frequent. Would also be keen to find out which solenoids were changed - Keith Drynan from Argyllshire

Peugeot 307 SW 2001

Where is the anti pollution fluid topped up on a Peugeot 307 SW?

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The container is under the car, just in front of the nearside rear wheel. You can buy a kit to fill it with, look on ebay - Steve from Gwynedd

The tank is located underneath the nearside central door pillar and is supported by a metal strap and protected by a plastic wind defender. The FAP fluid is approx £30 per litre from main dealer, the car’s computer will also need to be reset once this has been done - Jonathan Charles from England

Peugeot 407 SW 2007

I’ve got the rear glass screen popping open when I open the doors. Any ideas?

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Replace the micro switch - Richard Marshall from Yorkshire

Peugeot 207 2010

I have a 2010 Peugeot 207, and after heavy rain last night I’ve found water in both door compartments. I’ve looked on the internet and air conditioning condensation has been mentioned but I haven’t used air conditioning recently. I’m not sure where the water has come from? Any ideas or has anyone else experienced this? Thanks.

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My wife’s car did the same. It was water building up in the tray under the bonnet where the wipe motor lives. I pulled a bung out and loads of water came out. I think it’s because leafs and stuff block the dran holes so the water builds up and over floors in side. Hope this helps - Blake Eastwood from England

I had the same because the speaker mounting screws had punctured the protective plastic sheets inside the door which seperates the wet outer half of the door from the dry inside half. Fixed by the garage under warranty - Shaun Miller from Middlesex

Peugeot 307 2002

Hi, the windscreen washers on my Peugeot 307 have stopped working on the front and rear. It is not a fuse, any other ideas? Thanks.

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It could be the washer’s motor, if you can`t hear a noise when pushing the spray then it`s not working. If you do hear the motor working then there may be a blockage in the pipes or ends of washers. Is there water in the bottle? A pipe may have came loose - Tony from Essex

Peugeot 207 CC 2009

I have a Peugeot 207 CC and the driver`s door keeps locking everytime I shut the door, but if I put the key in the ignition it doesn`t lock itself. Can anyone help? It would be very much appreciated.

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This is straight from the manual. Automatic centralised locking. Key in ignition, above 6MPH the doors and boot lock automatically. Above 6 MPH push the padlock button with red led to unlock the doors and boot temporarily. Activation: key in ignition press the Padlock button for more than 2 seconds, a confirmation message appears in the multifunction display. Tip: if you press the P button for 5 seconds after taking the ignition key out you can set the alarm to exterior only, keeping the passenger safe - a j from Hampshire

Peugeot Expert 2005

My Peugeot`s engine management light has come on and I have noticed that the vehicle is a bit sluggish on acceleration. Also when I switch the vehicle off the engine carries on running for a couple of seconds. One garage say fuel pressure sensor and the other one says fuel pressure regulator. Please does anyone have any cheaper suggestions? (Expert 2.0 diesel)

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Unlikely to be the pressure sensor - they don’t fail very often - but the pressure regulators fail faily frequently - Ger Davies from Monmouthshire

Peugeot 207 2007

I have a Peugeot 207 1.6 Sport. It was serviced in December and it has 55k miles on the clock. When serviced the coolant level was full. I check everything regularly and only had to top the coolant about 2 months ago which meant it hadn`t used much in the space of 5 months. I was driving in traffic yesterday when a warning came on the dash for me to stop as the engine was overheating. The coolant was well below minimum!! I was told that coolant should not noticeably change like this ever so do I have a leak or was this simply due to the engine being hot and becoming thirsty? (1.6 sport petrol)

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Not sure if you have already had an answer as this was a few months ago : ) but I had the same problem in the summer and needed a new radiator - cost £250 at Peugeot dealer, sure you could get it much cheaper elsewhere : ) Jemma P from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2007

My Peugeot 207 CC`s boot will not close. Any ideas?

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Check that the items in the boot are not preventing the bootlid from closing. Especially for the area nearer the licence plate. The handle needs some clearance - SG from Singapore

Peugeot 206 2007

My Peugeot 206`s air conditioning is not working. Any ideas? (Zest)

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Hi, the air con gases need to be filled back up,but a specialist needs to do it costs around £70-80 to be done plus they check the system for leaks. Hope this helps - James lee Gwilt from Somerset

Peugeot 307 SW 2002

My Peugeot 307 SW`s brake fluid keeps disappearing so I keep topping it up and can`t find any visible leaks. Can anyone help?

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I had that problem on my Peugeot 307 SW... It was leaking inside the master cylinder - Jeffrey Griffith from Trinidad and Tobago

Peugeot 307 Estate 2007

I have a Peugeot 307 Estate and on the dashboard it keeps flashing stop when I start the car up. What does it mean?

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Stop! Steven Kennedy from England

Peugeot 206 2002

Why do the headlights on my Peugeot 206 come on after a few seconds when I indicate right?

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My 206, also on a 2002 plate, has been doing the same for a couple of weeks and I have got to look at it tomorrow. Right turn indicator on turning right indicator silences (becomes inaudible), dash lights come on and when close enough to the car in front can see the head lights have come on. I have been doing a bit of digging on the web tonight to see if its common see if this helps you http://philsworkbench.blogspot.co.uk/2009/12/peugeot-206-indicator-stalk-repair.html - Paul from England

Peugeot 206 2006

Why do the headlights on my Peugeot 206 come on after a few seconds when I indicate right?

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bsi problem very very common with Peugeots search for bsi reset procedure should clear it up.If that doesn’t work then it could be a comms unit fault. The control box you stalks go into behind your steering wheel - Tom from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2001

Where is the diagnostic socket on my Peugeot 206 CC?(Gti)

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Under the steering column - Dave from England

Peugeot 206 2004

Hi. I have just bought a Peugeot 206 1.1 Zest for my first car. My partner drove the car home. When it was parked outside my house I had a look at it and noticed that the accelerator pedal has no pedal cover. Do I have to replace the full pedal or can I buy the rubber/plastic cover for this and if so where can I get one? Thanks.

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I bought a W reg 206 and found the same missing accelerator pedal cover missing, however I found it in the glove box, managed to clip it on and now seems fine, so I would imagine you could buy the pedal cover somewhere and clip it back on too :) Anthony Hendry from London

Peugeot 407 2005

I have just had my brake pads replaced on my Peugeot 407 but still get a warning light saying that the brake pads are worn. I also get a warning for the direction indicators but all are working okay. Any ideas please?

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2 things pop in to my mind 1: the breaks fitted did not come with sensors if done not at a pug dealer, your mechanic taking a chance. 2: the sensors not connected or faulty - Anton Pug from South Africa

Same as me, the garage has not reset the management system (computer) to let it know the brake pads have been changed so it still thinks the brake pads are worn. Some garages only have limited information / when resetting the diagnositics it has to be done by the dealership unfortunately. I also have a problem with the directional indicator failure this is a faulty sensor again get it into the dealership - Steve Grimes from England

These problems are often caused by poor continuity on the earth wire of the rear light cluster setting off the sensors. Check the plugs and sockets of the clusters and clean off any corrosion / burning damage from the pins, specifically pin 4 which is usualy the earth cable pin - Steve from Yorkshire

Peugeot Expert 2004

My Peugeot Expert has a light which comes on and it cuts off on hills. Any suggestions?

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Ya, mine was the same. Get someone to unplug it that was what the AA man did for me but don’t ask where as I dont know how he did it - Mick Canavan from Scotland

Peugeot 307 CC 2004

My Peugeot 307 CC`s outside temperature and radio channel pod above the dashboard needs a bulb replacing I think. How do I gain access to this pod?

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Hi Chris, just lift the pod up and pull it gently, you will find the small bulbs at the back - Thando Mbili from South Africa

Peugeot Boxer 2004

My 350 Peugeot Boxer`s engine keeps going into limp mode. The speedo started working when ticking over, I put a new earth cable on and it has stopped working. Would there be a sensor or fuse which runs these?

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I have a Peugeot Boxer 2003 and was stuck in limp mode. Could be a sticky turbo wastegate (was for me). Switch your engine on and pull off various vacuum hoses at the front of the engine (have to remove a cover) and block them off with your finger, on and off several times, hopefully this will jar open the wastgate, it did for me. I then sprayed some domestic surface cleaning chemical into the air intake (engine running) with the view of lubricating any rubber seals that had stuck - Gavin Goff from Aberdeenshire

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

Hi, I have a Peugeot 207 CC. When I try to open the roof the message on the dash reads "Impossible to move, screen not deployed". Does anyone know why this is happening? Thanks in advance.

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There is a mesh screen in the boot that needs to be drawn across boot space - Kerry Turner from England

Peugeot 308 2010

My Peugeot 308 will not start and my mechanic replaced the battery but my car simply won`t start. Any ideas?

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Please note that Peugeots cannot simply accept any kind of battery. You need to replace the original battery and try to jump start your car. You need to see your approved Peugeot workshop to replace a new battery. Hope this w ill help. Good luck - Clint Eastwood from Congo

Peugeot Boxer 2002

My Peugeot Boxer will only start first time every day on very short tow, after it starts first time it works perfectly all day. Any ideas? (2.8hdi)

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Hi. I have the same problem, if it does not start first time I cannot start it with out a bump start. I changed all the glow plugs. Let me now if you get yours sorted out - Philip Taylor from Lancashire

Sorry, missed your reply, however I am told there is only one heater plug in my vehicle and it is working fine. I have had everything I can think of double checked including three different mechanics checked it over they could not find the answer. It still doing the same thing, two yards of a tow and it starts fine - Charles O’Connor from County Londonderry

It’s either 1 or 2 injectors need replacing - Roger Lewis from Hertfordshire

Peugeot 206 2004

My Peugeot 206`s exhaust has just started sounding like a boy racer and it seems a bit wobbly. I’ve booked it into the garage in two day`s time. Can I still drive it til then and will it be expensive to fix? Thanks.

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Hi,yes but it will not be very good on fuel consumption - James Gwilt from Staffordshire

Peugeot 307 2006

Coming home the other night in my Peugeot 307, when accelerating the revs dropped then picked up again. I had to to stop a couple of times then it was okay again. Any ideas?

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Had a similar ploblem, turned out to be the coil pack in my 55 plate 307 and it came up anti pollution - Shaz Moore from England

Peugeot Expert 2006

How often should I service my Peugeot Expert and when should the cam belt be changed? I have just bought a Peugeot Expert and it has done 66,000 miles on a 06 plate, it`s a 1900 D. Thanks.

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Here mate, I’m not answering your question, but I never gave my one a service for a good two years and it has never been the same since. I have had nothing but bad luck since I never serviced it. I have a diesel 2-litre Peugeot, so get the oil changed anyway as I did not and it done my turbo which cost a fortune and now the egr valve has gone so expect to pay £1100.00. All for a missed service so be warned, and don’t make the same mistake I did. I do hope this helps - Mick Canavan from England

10,000 miles, you have 1.9d not 2.0hdi - Alexander Woodside from Scotland

Peugeot 207 2006

Hi, I have a Peugeot 207 1.4 SE90. It is a 2006 model. I purchased the car only 2 months ago with just over 40,000 miles on the clock. The temperature guage sat at just above 70 at most just over 80 degrees. After travelling 500 miles home in one day I noticed that the temperature gauge shot up to 90 degrees. I put it down to the long journey. Since then it sat again at between 70 and 80 degrees. I have driven the car a short distance today and again the gauge shot up to above 90 degrees, then the fan kicked in but took a while. Can anyone help as to what the problem could be? Oil is fine and water level is fine I just don`t want it to overheat or be something serious. Many thanks guys. (1.4 SE 90)

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I own a Peugeot 207 1.4 HDI. I don’t think it’s a big deal to go up to 90. It’s the halfway. Mine sits between 80 and 90 always but we have a hot climate here ( I don’t know if it affects ) anyway but when I take it on long journeys the temperature varies. Hope it helped - Warren from Malta

Peugeot 207 2006

When does the cambelt need changing on my Peugeot 207? (1.4S petrol)

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Try this web site: www.tbf-insure.co.uk - Brian Walters from Neath Port Talbot

100.000, Regards - Robbie Wills fron Swansea

Peugeot 307 SW 2007

The picture of a spanner, the word OFF and LIN 18 have appeared in the panel that shows the mileage reading of my Peugeot 307 SW. Can anybody tell me what this means? (SE HDI 110)

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Hi, sorry I don’t have an answer but I have a similar issue. Mine says Off and the Lin 51 underneath. If you get an answer please will you post it on here? Claire Gilman from Staffordshire

The Lin followed by a number is telling you that the speed limiter on the cruise control is set to that amount. Obviously off means that it’s not been turned on. On the cruise control stalk (below the indicator stalk) there is a little wheel where you can select cruise control, speed limiter or completely off. Moving it to the middle ie completely off will remove it from your dash and you’ll get the.mileage back. You use the buttons behind to adjust the speed and the button at the end to turn it on and off. Spanner means it is due a service. Rob from Oxfordshire.

Peugeot Boxer 2006

My Peugeot Boxer`s central locking has stopped working, only on the side sliding door. I assume there must be a pick up switch within the door locking mechanism that has ceased to function. It will still lock manually by key. Can anyone help?

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We have a 2009 Boxer . The side door was not locking either . We had new contacts and door hinges (all the door stuff) renewed . The garage showed us all the worn contacts/parts so that may be what is causing your problem. Usually garages are expensive here but it only cost us 240 euros - MJ from France

Peugeot 206 1993

My Peugeot 206 is making a banging noise from the front driver`s side shell on manoeuvring. Any ideas? (1.4 auto)

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Ball joint - Steve from England

Hi there. A long steel plate inside the door which is sticking the door panel, same like the beeding outside the door. Open the door panel and see if it’s not attached with the door shell. If it’s, not use any strong kind of glue and apply there... leave it for a while and later you will find the door is closing like an AMG :) Hope it will help you as it helped me - Nadeem Ahmad from South Africa

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

I have a Peugeot 407 SW (2005) but cannot open the rear tailgate, either with the key fob or the soft button under the rear wiper. You can hear the motor running when you depress the button, but the window will not move at all. Any ideas why this would be the case and how it could be fixed? Thanks.

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Hi can you email me at shantilly162 [at] googlemail [dot] com? Thanks - Shantell from England

Hi, I have had this problem a couple of times on my 407 Estate and have found that it is caused by the rear window not being properly closed. Check it! Peter Graham from Northumberland

Peugeot 307 2001

My Peugeot 307`s stop icon is displayed on the dashboard when the engine is off. There is no display or reading for fuel or the speedometer and no indication for flasher on the dashboard but the car still works. I also have no indication for which lights are working. Also the airbag indicator is on. Can anybody help?

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Hi, just replace your dashboard, for I had the same problem. It is not dificult to do so, just use your pointing finger both hands towards you. There is only one plug or jack if you want just plug off and plug in and replace. Every thing will be as before. Good luck - Sylvio Jacques from England

Peugeot 307 2003

When my Peugeot 307 is running at speed a whining noise starts when my foot is on the accelerator. It stops when I take my foot off. Any ideas? (2.0 litre diesel hdi)

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Sounds like it could be an alternator, just had mine changed with same problem. Alterantively check the drive belts - Deano from London

Try your driveshaft bearing - Jim McKeegan from Renfrewshire

Peugeot 308 CC 2011

My Peugeot 308 CC`s hood keeps failing to complete. I get an error message and then need it reset by the garage. The car is only 1 year old. Has anyone else had this problem as the garage cannot seem to cure it or got any idea what’s wrong? (GT CC THP)

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I have the same problem, regularly we get please complete roof manoeuvre and has been back to dealer several times now they are replacing hydraulic boot pump, the vehicle also leaks down the doors slightly, did you every get an answer? David Johnson from Nottinghamshire

Peugeot 207 SW 2008

My Peugeot 207 SW`s fan runs on after the engine is turned off. Can anyone advise?

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The engine has probably just got a bit too warm, and needs to cool down. The fan is designed to carry on running for a while in these circumstances, and should switch itself off after a short time - Ken Griggs from Lancashire

Peugeot 207 2007

Hi, my remote control for my Peugeout 207 CC has stopped working. I swapped the battery and initialised the remote control according to the Op’s manual but the trunk will only open occasionally. It`s very annoying. Any ideas? (207 CC)

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This is funny - no it’s not. I am answering my own question - but I still need help. The remote works if I sit in the car and activate the remote very close to the right side of the steering wheel. Both the doors and the trunk opens perfectly. But when I step out of the car and try it doesn’t work anymore. I am getting frustrated. Any bright ideas? Anders Felding from Sweden

Peugeot Partner Combi 2002

Where is the engine number found on the engine of my Peugeot Partner Combi?

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On inside wing, left hand side - Max Brooks from Buckinghamshire

Peugeot Expert 2003

Hi. My Peugeot Expert`s engine starts fine but clouds of blue white smoke are emitted from the exhaust when you put your foot on the accelerator. Any ideas? (hdi)

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Don’t get me wrong but sounds like the turbo as mine did that, and never been right since. But that’s not to say that’s it as I could not see out of the back window with mine, and it just died on me when I was going up hills. And you want to see the smoke when it did die. So it’s just an idea, if that helps as mine is a plug in one before you know what’s wrong. Ok, hope I helped but it might be the egr valve as well. Ok so it would be worth checking the two before you spend any money as the two causes the same problem. I hope I have helped, cheers for now, let me know how you get on - Mick Canavan from England

If your performance hasn’t disappeared then might not necessarilly be your turbo, could be blown intercooler gasket... not nearly as serious as turbo - Mike Wright from Yorkshire

Peugeot 308 2011

Is it possible to have the radio or CD playing when the engine is switched off, but the key is still in the ignition of my Peugeot 308? I love my new Peugeot but miss this facility that I had in my Vauxhall Astra. Thanks.

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You can use the radio or cd player without the key in the ignition , by just simply pressing once on the volume button. However as the 308 has a power save feature, it will automatically switch the radio off after a while. Which means if you wish to continue using the radio, you will have to start up the engine and leave it running for about 20 minutes - David Gordon from Gwynedd

Peugeot 307 2002

My Peugeot 307`s remote only works on lock. I push the lock button a few times and them can only open with the key as the remote open doesnt work and now my engine won`t start. How can I fix this?

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You may need a new battery in your key. If you do replace the key’s battery you will probably need to re-initialise it in the ignition lock before the remote functions will work - Ivan H from New Zealand

Peugeot 106 1998

My Peugeot 106`s engine turns over but will not start every time. Can anyone help?

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Try replacing your battery - Michael Thompson from Yorkshire

Peugeot 207 SW 2010

My Peugeot 207 SW`s direction indicators are flashing too fast on both sides (140 flashes per minute). All bulbs are in working order. The flashing rate slows down to an acceptable rate (70 flashes per minute) when my trailer is connected. Is this a fault with the flasher unit and how do I change it?

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I have exactly the same problem with my 207sw 08 plate. Did you find out what was the cause of this and how did you fix it? Russell Tate from Durham

Peugeot 207 2007

I have a Peugeot 207 and when I switch my engine off the fan comes on really loudly. If I put the key into the ignition again and turn it once it stops, soon as I take the key back out it comes back on. This has started to happen after my engine management light came on, I took it to the garage and they say I need a new throttle head, but will this fix the fan as well or is it a seperate problem? Please help. (1.4 16v)

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Check the engine cover cap is screwed on correctly! - PH FR from England

Peugeot 307 CC 2009

Hello, my Peugeot 307 CC 1.6 .2009 has the message "low oil pressure" on the centre dashboard with an annoying beeping noise. Also a tapping noise comes from the engine when cold. The oil`s okay. Any advice please?

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From my experience with cars I suggest you check the oil level when the engine is cold (probably first thing in the morning), as a tapping noise from the engine generally means that the oil level is low. Also make sure you are using the right oil for the car. This should almost definitely resolve the tapping and clear the warning message. After topping up the oil the tapping might continue slightly for a few hours, allow a day just to make sure. If it`s still tapping I suggest going to your local mechanic - Bo from London

Check to make sure it has the right oil filter in it. In the centre of the filter there should be a cross peice of plastic, if it has broken it won’t open the oil gallery, thus no oil pressure - Paul Andrews from Australia

Peugeot 107 2008

My Peugeot 107`s petrol bar has reached the bottom and it beeped when it came on. Now it`s flashing but there is no petrol light on my dashboard. Do I still have that last bar left for petrol?

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Simply yes you do. ~ 5 litres - Matt Martin from England

Peugeot 308 2010

My Peugeot 308 has only one day light running light on, however when the main headlights are switched on the other day light running light comes on instead. Both bulbs appear to be okay. Any ideas?

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The daylight running bulbs have 2 filaments in so are dual function, and quite often one of the filaments will blow so it won’t work on daylight run setting but will work on main beams - mine were always blowing until I payed a bit more for the specific reinforced daylight running bulbs from Halfords (<£5). Hope this helps - John Cross from Leicestershire

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

My Peugeot 207 CC`s cruise control will not set a speed even though the display is on. Also I have just found out that the brake lights are not working. Any ideas? (1.6 GT)

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I had the same fault on my 207CC caused by a faulty brake light switch (located in LEFT footwell) - George Reid from Hampshire

These brake light switches seem to have a fault of shaking loose. If the dealer fits a new switch now it comes with a harness! (and costs about £80 to do!) We tightened mine a couple of times first - Steph Clout from Kent

Peugeot 308 2007

Hi. I have just bought a Peugeot 308 and the clock, mileage etc is in French. Has anyone got any idea how to change it to English? (I don’t have a user manual). Also my engine light has come on. Any ideas as to what it could be? Thanks.

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Press menu button on radio, language select will appear, scroll through till you find language, press ok. If engine management light stays on go to a garage get it checked, could be a serious problem or not. Mine stayed on only because earth cable to alternator was loose - Alan Reid from Scotland

Peugeot 207 2008

My Peugeot 207 with just 11,600 miles on the clock has a handbrake which keeps detaching the cable from it`s mounting under the handle. Can anyone please help?

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I had the same problem and he cause was that the rear offside brake calliper was not releasing properly, causing the cable to pop out of the plate under the handbrake lever. I had to have new rear brake callipers and discs due to heat damage, but it cured the problem - Gordon Poynton from Durham

Peugeot 207 2008

My Peugeot 207`s handbrake cable keeps working loose making the handbrake unworkable. Any suggestions?

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To the best of my knowledge, the handbrake cable needs to be adjusted. You may also check the back wheel brake pads. If they are worn out you will get slack on the cable. Then you will have to replace the pads on the rear wheels, then adjust the handbrake cable - Zahid S Ali from Norway

Peugeot 106 1998

I know we’ve had a lot of rain lately. I noticed the other day my Peugeot 106 had a leak from the driver`s footwell and seems to be dripping around the accelerator pedal. Any ideas how to fix the problem?

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I have the same problem witrh my 02 reg 106, the garage have said the windscreen seal has perished and requires refitting - Sally Hextable from Derbyshire

Peugeot 206 2004

I have just bought a Peugeot 206 04 plate. Whether I am in the car or out of it the mileage stays illuminated on the dashboard. Is this normal?

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Hello, wish I knew the answer as I bought a 206 just over a week ago and mine has the same problem. Can`t leave it like that so I suppose I’ll have to phone the dealer. Did you have any luck sorting yours? - Carol Pollard from Oxfordshire

I own a 206 it is not meant to stay illuminated when you are not in  the car and should go out when you do -  David Livingstone from England

Mine stays on for a few mins or so while the bsi goes to "sleep" I always thought it was a live problem but I can live with it. bsi is a common problem. - Tom from England

Peugeot Boxer 2005

I would like to change the double passenger seat in my Peugeot Boxer for a single one. Is it okay to buy a driver`s seat, would it fit and would the seatbelt fixings have be changed? Many thanks for any help.

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Yes you can. If you use a early unit (pressed steel) the front bolts should fit. If you use a tubular frame seat mount you will need the correct, longer bolts as fitted when in the drivers position. The seat belt mount is bolted to the frame and the belt mounted on the passanger door pilar should fit. And your passanger gets a arm rest. The bolts are high tension steel! Don’t use anything that fits, it’s only a few quid for the correct ones from a Peugeot dealer - Bernard from Norfolk

Peugeot 206 CC 2003

I`ve had my Peugeot 206 CC since new in 2003. Recently the fuel gauge will not work, it stays at empty when I fill up. On the odd occasion it has moved up to a quarter of a tank even when full but most of the time it shows empty. Also the outside termperature display does not work - it just shows a dash rather than a temperature. Any ideas on what it could be please? Thanks.

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Try pressing the button on the headlight stalk numerous times, it should flick through different displays showing MPG, temperature etc. It may be that currently that the temperature is not showing. If this fails, you will need a new thermometer, less than £10 on Ebay for a used one. As for your fuel problem, its likely to need a new sender unit, since it looks like its sending false readings. Chris from Caerphilly

Peugeot 307 SW 2006

I have a problem with water in the footwell of my Peugeot 307 SW on the driver`s side. Can anyone tell me what to do?

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It sounds like the drain holes under the bonnet are blocked. Lift the bonnet and check the space where the bonnet hinges are. Use a wire coat hanger to get the "crap" out. If you live near a lot of trees the leaves love hiding in the hinge space - Alan Lowry from Derbyshire

Peugeot 206 2002

I have a Peugeot 206 and yesterday when I was driving home from work my car hadn`t got much power and was pulling back when driving uphill. The engine light sort of kept flashing and then after a while was on constantly but the car didn`t stop. When I reached home I left the car for a while, went out to turn it over again and it was driving fine, however, the engine light was still lit up on the dashboard. Any ideas please?

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Hi I had the same problem and it`s the coils. This cost me about £80 for the parts and fitting included. Hope this helps - Paula from Kent

Peugeot 106 1995

My daughter has a Peugeot 106 Graduate ’95 and the radio doesn’t work. How do you get it out? There seem to be no holes to insert anything. Is it easy once out to fit a more modern one? Thanks. (Graduate)

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You need to buy radio keys to insert into each side of your radio to pull it out, if you can’t find any try going to Halfords and they do it for free - Michael Thompson from Yorkshire

Peugeot Boxer 2005

My Peugeot Boxer starts and runs revs to 2500 but then it gives blue smoke and misfires a bit. There are no engine codes on the diagnostics. Any suggestions please?

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H, I don’t know answer, I am having mine investigated for same. It seemed to happen when turbo went but I will not change turbo until I find root cause -  will keep you posted - Tim Dando from Hampshire

Peugeot 307 2001

Hi. I`m trying remove my starter motor on my Peugeot 307. I have currently removed two of the bolts and they are not budging. I don`t know if there is a third bolt or not. Can anyone please help?

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Hi Steve. Removing the starter motor is most challenging. Disconnect the battery, remove battery and battery box ( to get access ). The starter has 3 bolts , 2 are removed from the rear of the starter while the 3rd bolt has a lock nut on the gearbox housing to be removed, then will allow you to remove the last bolt. When fitting the starter fit this bolt first as you can only access the starter fitment when in a tilt position. Trust this helps  - Paul Taylor from South Africa

Peugeot 307 2006

I am trying to change the oil pressure switch on my Peugeot 307 but can’t locate it. Where should it be? (diesel)

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Unfortunately it’s not an easy one to change, you need to remove the front turbo/dpf heatsheild, and it is on the left quite low down in the block. Not sure if you have to remove the DPF itself, I think you can get away with it. Be careful when removing heatshield, it is tight on a 307 and it’s easy to damage your radiator - Rhys Evans from Sussex

Peugeot 206 2000

When driving my partner`s Peugeot 206 I find that I have to wear tight trainers because the foot pedals are very close together. In size 10 shoes I have had a few frights when braking and hit the accelerator and brake at the same time. Has anyone else had this problem?

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Yes I`m afraid it`s a common complaint. I have clown feet and have to wear safety boots on my commute to work. I have got used to it now but like you have had some hairy moments. The only fix I`ve heard of is actually moving one of the pedals a fraction, I don`t know how you would go about this or the safety / legality of it - Phil Bradley from England

Peugeot 207 2010

Could anyone tell me the lifespan of brake discs? I purchased a 60 plate Peugeot 207 5 weeks ago from a dealership which has just over 12,100 miles on the clock. I noticed that when braking the car makes a metal grinding noise. I took it to my local garage thinking that maybe the brake pads were worn, but they said that instead the edges of the front brake discs are worn and have grooves/ridges on the edges of the discs that are consistent with a car that has done a lot more than 12,100 miles. Is this normal wear and tear? The car also has an oil leak. The car warranty still has 1 1/2 years on it although I don’t think that brake discs are covered, but it seems too early to be replacing brake discs. Any ideas? Thanks in advance for any replies.

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I have had two of these cars, both had disc replacements in the first twelve months. Hope this answers your question - Allan Simpson from Devon

Just replaced front discs at 80,000 for the first time on 207 1.6 hdi sport - Adrian Chapman from Cambridgeshire

Peugeot Expert 2007

How can I get a motor for my Peugeot Expert`s taxi electric steps? (E7 taxi)

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Better get a manual one or a fixed one. These motors keep going or the step keeps getting jammed - Sohail from England

Peugeot 307 CC 2006

My Peugeot 307 CC 06 plate wouldn`t start and I found out that it was the fuse for the fuel pump. The same fuse has now blown about 6 times. I change the fuse and off we go again. Can this be fixed easily and is it definitely the fuel pump that`s about to go for good?

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Change the fuel pump now - Paul Andrews from Australia

Peugeot 206

Hi all. I own a Peugeot 206 glx, automatic, petrol which has done 44,000 miles. The problem is when we go uphill in it the car just loses power and over rev’s. When we go downhill the car over rev’s and doesn`t change down gear as it should. On normal flat roads it’s fine. I’ve also checked the oil level and it`s just a tiny bit below the first notch and there are no bubbles in it. Also there’s no gunk in the radiator filler cap which I was told to check. Can anybody help me out?,

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Hi. Sounds to me like your clutch is on its way out - James Lee Gwilt

Peugeot 207

I have a Peugeot 207 1.4 hdi (11 reg) that has done 20,000 miles and has started making a whirring noise which gets louder when reducing in speed. My car is currently at the main dealer who have had it now for 3 days and are trying to tell me that the sound a car makes changes with its age and it`s perfectly normal? So why was it not doing 2 months ago? I feel I am being fobbed off for being a female but have stood firm and told them that I am not collecting it until it is rectified. Any suggestions? Thanks.

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It sounds like your flux capacitor might be fried and now is not making enough gigawatts, tell them to replace your flux capacitor as I have had the same problem and, after replacing the flux capacitor, once I hit 70miles the cars just takes off - Danny from Devon

Peugeot 308 CC 2011

My father has a Peugeot 308 CC 2011 and the steering wheel vibrates when braking. I thought that it might need the wheels balanced or the brakes checked. The car has done 9,000 miles. Has anyone heard about this before and can it be the balancing? Thank you all for your time.

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They may of checked your brakes but if your discs are slightly worn that would cause also could that Peugeot can’t get their 308 car to go straight. If you drift to the left too much if you hold the wheel straight it is a steering issue which they will say all 308 cars do it because they won’t fix it due to the cost as the car design was for left hand drive, not do right hand drive - Jack from Middlesex

I have a 308 sw which is a company car so gets Peugeot to do more to fix problem but my car cannot drive straight always to the left. Peugeot were made replace my complete steering and front suspension to fix fault after 3 months was told problem fixed. 30 minutes after leaving garage it started again had the rechecked, told complete car perfect which is rubbish, now my car is going to be given to Ministry of Transport to fix cause if the car is perfect the the chassis must be wrong somewhere. If Peugeot can’t fix after second visit contact Ministry of Transport, they will fix or find chassis wrong in that case they will make Peugeot replace the car for a brand new one which fully works and all money spent on fixing the fault with Peugeot refunded and possible compensation. In that case sell the new car and a reliable car ie Ford/VW/Skoda, stay away from the others as they go just as bad - Alan from Middlesex

Peugeot 206 CC 2005

Hi there. I recently bought a Peugeot 206CC. There is a noise coming from the rear driver`s side. I changed the bearing, went for alignment and balancing and replaced the tyres but I can`t get rid of this problem. The mechanics are taking chances as they want me to change everything one by one but yet can`t fix the problem. Also when I start the car the headlight comes on and the indicators don`t work if I switch on the lights, on parking everything works fine. Can anyone help please?

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What sort of noise is it? To be honest I would go to another garage, they can’t be very good if they cannot diagnose a problem. Can be many things, does the noise happen when going over a bump or is it all the time? Some 206cc have automatic headlights, this maybe why your lights are turning on? But it looks like there is some sort of fault with the stalk - Chris from Caerphilly

Hi. I had the same if not similar problem on my driver`s side front wheel. I heard a banging noise every time I went over a speed bump. I thought it was a bearing or a track rod end etc but it turned out to be the suspension spring clipping the wheel arch. I took it to a mechanic who took a Stanley knife and cut a piece away off the wheel arch. Problem has been solved and the banging/knocking has stopped. Hope this helps - Jason Mills from Northamptonshire

Peugeot 407 2005

My Peugeot 407 has an ABS + Esp warning on the dashboard. According to the manual this won’t affect the brakes. Any ideas?

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Yes, it will have it seen to. The most common fault is the clutch switch or the break sensor. Both quite cheap to repair - Anton Pug from South Africa

Have a diagnostic check done in most cases it’s normally a damaged or failed abs sensor lead but theres 1 sensor fitted to each wheel so best to find out which one has failed and replace one instead of all 4 - Terry Miller from Cardiff

I have the same problem on mine, the diagnostic check came up with a faulty pre heat control unit, still trying to find out if this is correct and where it is on my car - Kevin Firth from Powys

It will NOT affect your braking performance, I had exactly the same problem for months and brakes were as sharp as ever. The fault was with the ABS sensor which is coupled with the ESP. You need to get sensor replaced, mine cost a few hundred pounds (sterling). If either of these lights are on during an MOT it is an instant failure - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 207 2011

I have very poor reception on my Peugeot 207`s radio, it breaks up intermittently. It`s been back to the garage and had just about everything changed including the radio and it still has a problem with the reception. Has anyone else had this problem and is it because it`s just a rubbish radio? (Alllure)

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I have a Sportium 207 and the radio signal is dreadful. I’ve had the unit replaced too and it’s rubbish - Sarah from England

I have the same problem! Frustrating!! - Sarah from Northamptonshire

I have a Sportium 207 and am on my third radio and it’s still rubbish! The Sat-Nav is rubbish too, so hard to set. I have given up and the car is less than a year old. Peugeot -  this is my last one as it`s a very disappointing model. Gadgets that don’t work - get your act together! - Mollie from Hertfordshire

Peugeot 206 CC 2004

When my Peugeot 206 CC is standing there is water dripping from the sill near to the front wheel, suggesting that there is a water trap. Any suggestions please?

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If you have A/C it could be coming from the condenser. this is normal I believe - Frank Finighan from England

Peugeot 307 2006

My Peugeot 307`s water coolent level keeps going down. I had the head gasket fixed and the garage say that the timing belt was replaced. What else could cause this? I am at my wit`s end as I can`t trust the car to do long journeys at present. Any suggestions please?

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Don`t buy a 1.6 HDI engine. I had the same problem, replaced head gasket and even tested the head. All was put back together but it still lost water. It turned out the head was cracked. The root cause was low oil pressure that caused overheating. It`s now sorted with a new head and 2 turbos. It`s a common problem with this engine, don`t go anywhere near one - Chris from Kent

Peugeot 206 2003

Does anyone know how to solve this? My Peugeot 206 had a new battery fitted. Before the battery change when the ignition was switched on and the engine started running the doors used to lock externally. I don’t know whether this was a feature like the automatic lights and automatic wipers. I can’t seem to find any reference to doors locking on switching on the ignition in the owner’s manual, it’s just something I miss. I’m now wondering whether this was a product of a dying battery. Can anybody help me? (XSI)

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I`m by no means an expert, but the same thing happened to me when my battery was low. I read elsewhere on the web that it`s a symptom of a low battery (who knows?) - J Plumb from Northumberland

Check your earth from engine to body to battery - Tom Brown from Berkshire

Peugeot 207 2008

My Peugeot 207 broke down two weeks ago after flashing a warning sign whilst in motion and then stopping. I managed to steer it to the side of a very busy road and the AA man towed me to my local dealership. The problem is that the cam belt has moved and has caused damage to three pistons and eight vavles. As you can imagine it`s costing a lot of money and I am now battling to prove that this is a fault, as the car is five years old and has only done 33,000 miles. Has anyone else had a similar problem?

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If your engine is THP then probably your engine has lost it`s timing. The problem is at a tensioner that keeps the engine chain tight. Peugeot had released a new tensioner that has lower probability to let this happen again. Your dealer must replace your engine if your warranty is active. The only way to tell if your timing is okay is either opening the head of the engine and checking it with the appropriate Peugeot timing tool or by monitoring the Long Term Fuel Trim (LTFT or LTF) with an OBD II Reader. If LTF is more than 5% or -5% then you must replace the tensioner and have the engine timed again - Alexios Koumouris from Greece

Peugeot 107 2009

My Peugeot 107 slips in all gears other than first gear. Any ideas please?

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Clutch needs replacing - Alistair Olley from South Africa

Peugeot 106 2000

Our Peugeot 106 has been leaking onto the boot mat, the back seat and the floor. Any idea where it leaks from? (S1)

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Check your rear light clusters. The seal fails or they are not tightened properly. Water then fills up the cluster and at a certain point it spills into the boot. You might want to drill drainage holes in to the bottom of the cluster - Jason from England

Peugeot 206 2002

My Peugeot 206`s rear passenger side footwell fills with water when it rains, recently as much as 2.5cm. I am unable to trace how it is getting in. Can anyone advise?

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I had exactly the same problem. I changed the door seal for a brand new one and it is staying dry now - Karl Hook from Lancashire.

Peugeot Boxer 1999

My Peugeot Boxer van starts but the engine cuts out after about 30 seconds and won`t start again. If I leave it alone for a while it will start again but only run for about 10 seconds. The current is being cut from the switch on the fuel pump but I don`t know why. Can anybody please help?

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That has happened to me two different times and each time it was a problem with water in the fuel filter. There is an (expensive) valve between the filter and the injector pump that shuts your engine down to keep it form ruining the injector pump (that is REALLY expensive) - Tom Brewer from Brazil

I am currently having the same problem. I have had a mechanic look at it and it appears I’m taking air into the fuel line, not too bad in warmer weather but a right pain in winter and not too bad once warmed up. But a nightmare getting it started in morning. Going in garage tomorrow so will update - Rob Jones from Cheshire

Peugeot Expert 2007

Hello. I cannot find the EGR valve on my Peugeot Expert van. Can anybody help me please? (1.6)

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The EGR is located at the back right hand side of the engine. Follow the silver pipe from the inlet manifold back and where it joins at the back of the lump that`s the egr. 2x 8 mm bolts hold it in place and 5 mm Allen screw if present secures a bracket for wiring -  Ziggy Iqbal from England

Peugeot 407 SW 2005

Hi. I have a Peugeot 407 SW 2005. THe mil light is on and the "anti pollution faulty" message comes on sometimes. I have reset the Mil and cleared the fault, but the Mil light and faulty message reappear after about 10 miles. The EGR value has been renewed. Any ideas? Many thanks.

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You will need to get a diagnostics done, ideally with Peugeot Planet 2000 on your car to find out what the fault is that makes your MIL light come on. Mine was due to an air temperature sensor on the inlet manifold pipe next to the MAP sensor, £25 from the dealers, very easy to change - Asif from Lancashire

I had the same problem, tried everything, did not work! Change the fuel, it is not good enough! The car was ok, just the fuel! I have done it, next minute the problem has gone! :) Ivana from Oxfordshire

Peugeot 106 1998

Hi. I have a Peugeot 106 Gti with problems. I was driving when my battery light came on, then about an hour after the ABS anti skid light came on and then it cut out because the battery was flat. Then I changed my alternator thinking it was that but found I still had the same problem. Can anyone help me please? (Gti)

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It’s usually a problem with the electrical connector on the altenator that causes this fault. Also usually with this fault the dials will stick in one place every so often - Adam from England

Peugeot 207 2009

Hi. Can you change the bulbs in the heater controls of a Peugeot 207? It`s only lighting up on one side. Can anyone help me?

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Mine does that, loses the light nearest too the driver, a slap on the side panel brings it back on, bit like the old stye tellys of the 60s and 70s. If you need to get to the bulbs thae storage panel below the cd player does pull out then I’m sure you can gain access to rear of switches to release them out - Peter Harris from Kent

Peugeot 307 CC 2004

On my Peugeot 307 CC the "anti-pollution" warning light comes on intermittently. Does anyone know what the problem could be? There is a small leak in the middle of the exhaust but could that be the reason for a ``chugging, lumpy" engine when driven? Can anyone give me any ideas? Thanks. (convertible)

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A hole in the exhaust reduces the back pressure and causes lack of performance. Have a performance stainless steel one fitted, much better and sounds good also. Expect to pay £300 or so - beats the rubbish Kwik Fit churn out - John Fordyce from Essex.

There is a little tank for anti pollution oil located near to the car tank, this little tank needs to be filled I suppose with anti pollution oil which you can find at Peugeot - Chucri Kayal from Essex.

Peugeot Expert 2005

Why would my 2005 Peugeot Expert just cut out while driving? It was running fine and then after a click sound it just died. Can anyone suggest what the problem could be?

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The wires under the bonnet for the immobiliser lift up, see if they have rubbed through onto the metal body - Tony from England

Peugeot Boxer 2007

My Peugeot Boxer engine emission control system light is on. Is it anything urgent? I had it serviced in February 2012. Also the engine oil light comes on when starting and then goes off. Does anyone know what the problem is?

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I have a 57 plate Boxer and my oil light flashes for 10-15 seconds after starting then goes off, I’ve been told it’s just a faulty sensor - Jeff Weaver from Newport

The sensor also tells you that your oil is dirty as well as oil level. Change the oil and filter, that should fix it - Dave F from England

The oil light flashing means the oil has degraded and needs changing but the system needs resetting as it doesn’t reset itself. Will need plugging in to pp2000 to do this. Also with the engine light on means it needs checking as fault with fuel/emission system. Get checked asap to avoid further problems/damage - Jon from Derbyshire

Peugeot 307 CC 2005

Sometimes my Peugeot 307 CC won`t start after I have driven it for about an hour. The dashboard lights come on but there is nothing from the engine. I took it to the dealers who did a diagnostics test and told me that it was the battery. I bought a new battery and hey presto when I tried to start the car the same thing happened. Could it be the immobilizer?

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Have you had any answers? This has happened to mine twice in the last two weeks. I have been recovered both times. Personally I think it`s got to be something to do with the heating, cooling systems blowing a fuse. My first garage replaced the battery and a fuse! I am yet to have an answer from the second garage - Georgina Gleeson from Essex.

Peugeot 206 2004

I recently had an MOT done on my Peugeot 206, which led to the following work being done: replaced position light bulb, replaced headlamp bulb, replaced front indicator bulbs, replaced lower suspension arm, replaced shock absorber, replaced tyre. This work cost £340.00 with labour. Does this seem a bit expensive? Can anyone let me know please?

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Were the lights and indicators not working? The tyre was probably tracking and they didn`t replace the arm and shock, just charged you silly money for nothing. A shock absorber and suspension arm would cost more than £340 in just parts alone so it looks dodgy to me. Was it kwik fit by any chance? - Chris from Berkshire

Hi Katherine, I don`t think you were overcharged, it`s very difficult eg was the tyre a Dunlop, Michelin, etc a wellknown brand or a cheaper make? The same applies with shocker and suspension arm if you went for middle of the road parts. Mot test is £54.85, approximately a couple of hours labour say £50 per hour, add on VAT and I think you had a fair deal. Re Chris from Berkshire`s answer - unless Katherine is blind and disabled she can bend down and look at the new tyre or not as the case may be and I`m sure she knows a gallant male who would point out the new or not new suspension arm. Hope this has been helpful - Gerry from Oxfordshire

Peugeot 307 2003

Could anyone please advise me of the torque settings for the bolts that hold the cam in place on my Peugeot 307? Thanks.

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Garrie, what engine is it - petrol, diesel - 1.4, 1.6, 2.0 ltr? Need more info - Alan Lowry from Derbyshire

Peugeot 407 2005

How much would it cost to convert a righthand drive Peugeot 407 to lefthand drive?

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Very very costly. Lots of components need to be replaced with a few whirring harnesses, unless you get a donar from the scrap yard - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 307 CC 2009

Hi. I am exporting my Peugeot 307 CC to France and need to convert the headlights for driving on the right. Is there something in the headlight housing that I can just flip to make the lights suitable for France or do I have to completely change the whole lighting unit? Thanks.

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You will have to buy a whole new unit - John Fordyce from Essex.

Peugeot 308 SW 2008

My Peugeot 308 SW`s seatbelt warning alarm keeps going off even when noone is sitting in the seats. This only happens with the three seats in the back of the car. If I have every seat occupied and everyone fastened in it also does it then. Any ideas why?

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Did you find any resolution to this problem? Have exactly the same problem myself and garage can’t come up with a diagnosis or solution... It’s driving us crazy... Lesley G from Ayrshire

I also have this problem on my 308SW. First happened about 3 months ago - hardly ever use the rear seats - and no one sitting in the rear at the time. First one sensor went off - to stop I fastened seat belt and it was fine then after a couple of days the next sensor started giving problems ended up fastening all the seat belts. Then after week or so they started to go off again even with the belts fastened. After removing the seats and putting them back in to see if this cleared the problem booked the car in for a diagnostics check but before putting in I had to unfasten all the belts and amazingly all was fine so cancelled the diagnostics. OK for over a month then started up again. Currently I have two belts fastened and one not and have again got the car booked in. Extemely annoying fault. Did you get a solution?. What’s the problem and how do I fix it? (1.7cdti) - Graham Tennant from Renfrewshire

Rear seat belt problem drove me mad as there seemed to be no rhyme nor reason for the alarm to keep going off. After a month of it with no ideas from various garages I took out the middle row of seats pulled up the carpet and disconnected the sensors from the wiring loom. Trouble is I can hear the wife nagging again now!! Jason from Lincolnshire

Mine started doing this today (20/2/13). If you take the seats out, detach the plastic trim from in front of, and behind the seats, and lift out the carpet panel, you will see a black plastic strip with a connector at the near side end. Disconnect the plug to disable the system. It’s less frustrating to disable the system and check any passenger’s have done up their seat belts then to try and sort out a random problem that I doubt will show up in a diagnostic check and will probably be expensive to repair. I suspect the fault is where the plug connects to the flexible PCM in the plastic ’strip’ rather than the wiring... Laurence from Dorset

My Peugeot garage had the car when the alarm was being issued, but said they couldn’t find the fault! All three seats started alarming yesterday (05/03/13) even though the seat belts were connected. Garage can’t book my car in till next week - and when I asked them to disable the alarm in the meantime, they said they couldn’t. Something to do with Europe regulations. Anyway, thanks to this helpful post I have now successfully disabled the alarm. Note - you only have to take off the front plastic strip - and to do so you just need a small screwdriver to release the clips over the metal bar. If Peugeot find the real reason for the problem, I will post here too. THANK YOU! Tony from Sussex

Peugeot 308 2008

I started my Peugeot 308 this mornning and it`s not working. The display is showing "antipollution systam faulty" and the engine management light has come on. Can anyone explain why?

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Sounds similar to a problem I had with mine - it baffled Peugeot mechanics for a year or so! The problem was that whoever had the car before me either did not service the car properly or the mechanic that said it had a full service lied and could be bothered to change the fuel filter, so as soon as it was changed (at 47k instead of 20k) and the management system reset it works like new with no warning light! Hope this helps - John Cross from Leicestershire

Peugeot 207 2010

In the centre of my Peugeot 207`s dashboard the seatbelt indicator has pushed through the dashboard and I can’t get at it. How do I get at it to reinstate it?

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You need to remove the large piece of trim (in my 207 HDi GT, it is mock carbon fibre - but I have seen it as silver in other 207s) around upper display/air vents then undo two torx screws (at the bottom of the unit) and remove the unit, you should then be able to push it back in. Be careful when removing the first piece of trim as the catches/clips seem very flimsy and require great care both removing and replacing! Mike Williams from Cheshire

Peugeot 207

I have found water in the door compartment / pocket on the passenger’s side of my Peugeot 207 but there is no water leaking into the the one on the driver’s side. What could cause this? (1.6 HDI 5-Door)

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Is this condensation from the air conditioning? I get a similar thing happen, but not when the air con is off - Simon from Norfolk

I had this problem on the driver’s side and it was because in the factory when the speakers were fixed the to the door the screws punctured the plastic sheet that seperates the outer half of the door (wet side) from the dry inner half. The garage fixed this under warranty - Shaun Miller from Middlesex

Peugeot 307 2003

My Peugeot 307`s front passenger door won`t open. I have tried to open it from the inside and outside. I can hear the clicking and when I hold the handle I can feel a pull on it like it is trying to open but cannot. It worked intermittently for a while and I could sometimes get it to work but now it won`t open at all. Can anyone help with this as I am at my wit`s end. I can`t seem to open the internal panel to enable me to have a look at the mechanism. Please advise?

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Have you looked at the YouTube video Jo? Search for removing panel on passenger door 307. Not sure if it looks like your model or not. Have you got your radio code as I found a site that said you needed to disconnect battery for 5 mins and then reset the key by pressing on off on off few times. My Sad said that if you disconnect battery radio may need recoding - Sue Day from England

Peugeot 207 CC 2009

I have a Peugeot 207 CC hdi 1.6. After driving for about 200 miles there is a lot of blue smoke. I pull over, switch off the car and wait 5 minutes and start it up and the smoke has cleared. Can anybody tell me what can be wrong?

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Because your engine is burning oil. That, in turn, means your engine has worn valve guides, piston rings. An engine that burns a lot of oil (more than a quart in 500 miles) is an engine that needs to be overhauled. Normal oil consumption should be a quart or less in 1500 miles. Most newer engines consume less than half a quart of oil between oil changes (every 3000 miles). So if your engine is burning oil, it’s essentially worn out and needs to be repaired. An engine that burns a lot of oil will also eventually foul the spark plugs. Thick, black oily deposits build up on the plugs until they cease to fire. Then the engine misfires and loses power. Cleaning or changing the plugs may temporarily solve the problem, but sooner or later they’ll foul out again - a j from England

Peugeot 306 1999

I was driving my Peugeot 306 and went over a speed hump a bit too fast. After about 200 yards the engine stopped and all of the lights on the dashboard came on. Now the engine will not start. I have tried pushing the red button under the bonnet but it still will not start. Can anyone tell me what to do please?

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Check the fuel lines haven`t become crushed - Sean from England

Doubt that fixed it, any other ideas, I have the same problem? Matt from Yorkshire

Look for a fuel cut off switch in the boot? Or fuel pump wiring come off or corroded wire - Ste Woods from Yorkshire

Peugeot 307 CC 2006

Hi. The engine oil temperature (on the dashboard) on my Peugeot 307 CC keeps reaching 125. I have taken it back to the garage who say they have fixed it. Should the reading, after driving for about an hour, be over 100 and also what level should it reach before any damage to the engine is done? What`s the normal level?

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Mine runs at 100 when driving normally, at higher speeds it will creep up to about 125, but drop back to 100 when driving at 70mph - John Fordyce from Essex.

Use the recommended fully synth oil. It costs more but worth it. As it degrades it`s properties drop and ability to absorb heat diminishes, even if oil temperature does go up  you know you have good quality, fresh oil - Paul Brown from Yorkshire

Peugeot 207 2007

Hi. I bought my secondhand Peugeot 207 TDI 110bhp 6 weeks ago. After numerous trips to the dealer to stop the depollution system fault, they claim that it needs a new turbocharger. They want to fit a non Peugeot turbo as it’s cheaper. Should I trust them? I can’t even see any non Peugeot turbos that are suitable on the net. (1.6 HDI SE)

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I know it might sound drastic, but GET RID OF THE CAR ASAP!!! I’ve got the same model and I’ve had nothing but problems with it - DPF, Turbo, Cracked Alloys, Oil Leaks, Injector Failures etc... Honestly, there are so many things that go wrong with these cars it’s unreal. I’m due to give mine back in 3 months and last week my 2nd turbo blew costing me £1,200 to replace (warranty ran out the week before) and as the problems with these engines are so common the garage won’t even guarentee the work!!! Sorry to put a dampner on things, but if I was you, I’d take the hit on getting rid of the car and get something else, even if you’re in a shed load of neg equity! Alun Wilkins from Cardiff

Peugeot 207 CC 2008

Please can anyone help me? When my Peugeot 207 CC has no key in it the wipers and indicators keep coming on.

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Mine does this too, did you get this diagnosed and fixed as the garage I bought this from are refusing to fix it as they say it needs an update. But other garages have advised it is something in the steering column. Any advice would be great! Thank you - Layne Taylor from Kent

Peugeot 307 SW 2004

My Peugeot 307 SW`s central locking does not respond to my key. What can I do?

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I am having the same problem, I could not lock the car. I have just locked it using spare key. I think the issue is a flat battery in the main key (the one that flips out). I will post an update after I change the battery in the key - Leigh Grant from Australia

Peugeot 307 CC 2007

After a 20 minute journey travelling roughly at 80 mph, my Peugeot 307 CC`s tyres were very warm and there was a strong smell of rubber. Any ideas folks?

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At that speed what do you expect? Hence the phrase "burning rubber". Sounds normal to me but check and make sure there`s nothing rubbing on the tyres - John Fordyce from Essex.

Peugeot 106 2000

My Peugeot 106`s engine management light came on today and the car has a bad misfire. Is it the coil pack?

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Hey, mine has a problum with this 2. I plugged mine into a diagnostic machine at my work and it was the coil pack. I’ve changed it for a second-hand one and it was fine but the problem has occured again. I suggest you buy a new coil pack and the light will go off if the problem is resolved. If not take it to a garage and have a diagnostic check, this ususally cost around £40 inclusive of the VAT - Brendan Wheatley from Essex

Peugeot 207 2007

My Peugeot 207 is difficult to start and when it does it displays an anti-pollution fault. Can anyone help? (1.4 hdi)

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I had the same problem only for my mechanic to find out that the sensor is not working which is likely to cause your car overheating too - lkS 0EKC from England

Peugeot 206 CC 2003

My Peugeot 206 CC`s boot sensor keeps beeping and the roof won`t open. Any suggestions?

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Is the slide blind in the boot in position? Or try driving the car to another position because it stops working after a few goes if the car is in the same spot - Kati Navar from England

You might be missing one of the steps to open the roof. Better check the user’s manual. If the boot slide blind is not open, all four windows are not open, or the roof locks are not open, or doors are not closed, or the hydrolic switch is loose. Normally that switch is used to operate the roof manually. Hope it helps you -  Nadeem Ahmad from South Africa

Hi, not sure if you have sorted this but I had the same problem. All it was was the boot catch was locked. I moved the catch with a screwdriver and it has worked ever since. Hope it helps - Hayley Smith from Scotland

If the boot sensor is beeping, it would suggest that the boot switch is broken or may have fallen off. Naturally if the car thinks the boot is open, then the roof will not operate - Chris from Caerphilly

Hey, I’ve had the same problem 3 times now, it was 160 to fix in the Peugeot garage and the other times I’ve used a screwdriver. Simply it is the sensor. There really sensitive and if anything in the boot bumps it.... it’s unaligned and just beeps. Go into your boot, to your left hand side the roller shelf fits into a clip. The metal piece is a sensor. I’ve had to bend it in order for it to work now. Lol good luck - Nat King from Renfrewshire

Peugeot 308 2008

What does "braking system faulty" mean on my Peugeot 308?

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You must change your battery - Luan from Serbia

Peugeot 307 2001

Hi. I have recently been having trouble with my Peugeot 307 51 plate and I`m at my wit`s end with it. It has recently started playing up. When I turn it on the dashboard lights come on but it won`t start. I have to leave it a few minutes and then turn the key again and it bursts into life sometimes on the second, third or fourth attempt. I have now had it at the garage and they have said that it is fine, but I am not convinced due to a language barrier (german garage). They checked the battery, radio and for loose wires and nothing is apparently wrong. Something must be wrong for it not to start. Can someone please advise me on what I can ask them to check or what may be causing this if you have heard of this before? Thank you very much.

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