Peugeot 207 turbo blowing is this serious
Variant: 1.6 cc diesel
Model Year: 2007
Categories:
Leaks & Noises
just been informed the turbo is blowing as there is a sooty deposit around the area a mechanic pointed out. he didnt sound too bothered but wife travels a lot miles at silly hours and is worried its going to blow up.can anyone tell me if this is a big job not mechanically minded frank spencer of the car repair world please help
Posted: Jan 8, 2012 (12 years ago)
it generally just requires a new clamp and resealing. it is a fiddly job due to the heat shield fitted so it requires removal of the front bumper and radiator panel.hopefully a blocked particulate filter isnt the cause as this can also be the problem
Posted Jan 8, 2012 (12 years ago)
THANKS paulieone very helpfull but is it costly repair cos car still under JCT600 warranty or does this not cover
Posted Jan 8, 2012 (12 years ago)
very helpfull PAULIEONE is it costly repair car is still under JCT 600 warranty or is this not covered
Posted Jan 8, 2012 (12 years ago)
I would take it back to jct it should be covered by the warrenty
Posted Jan 8, 2012 (12 years ago)
Thanks paulieone a site with people who actually post solutions back without asking for 30 quid to answer that problem great site great members .looking forward to being a member
Posted Jan 8, 2012 (12 years ago)
glad to help. hope you get your problem resolved.
Posted Jan 8, 2012 (12 years ago)
Just wanted to say thanks rizzo for your input on the turbo blowing could be under warranty will wait till they try to sting me for a big job
Posted Jan 9, 2012 (12 years ago)
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