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Does a Peugeot 207 have a timing belt or chain?
Running costs VTi and THP engines are chain-driven; others have a timing belt, which should be changed every 10 years or 80,000 to 160,000 miles.
How much does a timing chain cost UK?
How much does timing chain replacement cost in the UK? The cost of timing chain replacement for most cars is on average between £500 and £1,300. This is made up of the cost of materials for the timing chain and labour for the replacement.
Is Peugeot 207 a reliable car?
Is the Peugeot 207 reliable? The Peugeot 207 isn’t as reliable as the 107, but it is still a very dependable car. It has a reliability index of 85, with the main problem being the engine which accounts for 23.08% of all issues. It’s average repair costs are quite costly, at £342.69.
How many miles will a Peugeot 207 do?
In the 1.4-litre VTi 207, we achieved an overall fuel consumption figure of 36.2mpg during testing, which means owners should expect over 40mpg on a normal run out of town, with a realistic target being for around 350 miles of pump-to-pump range.
Is Peugeot 207 worth buying?
Despite the fact it went out of production in 2012, the 207 continues to be a popular used car choice, thanks to its stylish looks, economical engines and five-star Euro NCAP safety rating. There’s a range of 1.4-litre and 1.6-litre petrol and diesel engines in various states of tune.
What are the common problems with Peugeot 207?
Peugeot 207 Common Problems and Solutions
- Power Loss (1.6-ltr Diesels Only) Problem:
- Jittery Driving. Problem:
- Water in Front Legroom. Problem:
- Loose Fixing on Front Seatbelt. Problem:
- Bumpy Ride. Problem:
- Turbo Failure. Problem:
- Electrics problems. Problem:
- Glove box lid failure. Problem:
How often should I service my Peugeot 207?
Servicing your Peugeot 207 An Interim Service is recommended every 6 months or 6,000 miles, and helps to make sure your car is working at its best. As part of this service, we look at elements including lights, fluid levels, tyres, suspension, and more – great if you cover a lot of miles or do mainly town driving.
What are the timing codes on a Peugeot 207?
Use the web interface instead. My Peugeot 207 with the 1.6 VTI (EP6 5FW) engine had thrown 2 codes that relate to the replacement of the dreaded timing chain which in this case at 110,000km has decided to go out on me. The codes were P11a8 and P11a3.
How long does it take to do a cam belt on a Peugeot 207?
The Peugeot HDI engine has a cambelt and usually takes around 3hours to do a cam belt and water pump.
How often do you change the timing chain?
So as a precautionary measure I would replace the belt and water pump, then from then on the belt at 60,000miles (or 6 years) and the water pump every other belt change (so every 120,000 miles). Thanks for contributing an answer to Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair Stack Exchange!
Is the Peugeot 207 HDI an interference engine?
120,000 does seem very high and I personally wouldn’t like to leave it that long especially as the HDI is an interference engine meaning massive damage if it fails. Of all of the cambelt failures I have dealt with age has been the issue over time they ‘rot’ and the teeth strip.