dominik_becker1

Bipper cold start issue

Hi, I have a 2008 Peugeot Bipper with a diesel engine and I'm experiencing some issues, especially when starting it up. The engine runs poorly when cold, and I've also noticed higher fuel consumption. My OBD reader shows an error related to the heating system. Could it be the PTC heater? Mileage is 175334 km.

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Sounds familiar! I had similar symptoms on my Bipper. Cold starts were rough, like the engine was shivering, and my fuel economy took a hit. I'd check that auxiliary heater. It could be the source of your woes. Is your heat not working properly?

Thanks for the quick response! Yes, the heat is barely working, especially in the first few minutes. Does that confirm your suspicion about the auxiliary heater? Did you manage to solve it yourself or did you go to a workshop?

Yep, the weak heat confirms it in my mind. It's likely a defective electric auxiliary heater. Think of it like a fuse blowing in your house. I'd recommend getting it checked by a professional. Replacing it yourself can be tricky. I had to go to the workshop because of that.

Okay, I appreciate the help! I'll take it to a workshop and mention the auxiliary heater. I was quoted around 350€ for the repair, so I'll proceed with that.

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