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thomas_krause1

Peugeot 4007 Glow Plug Issue

Hi, I have a 2011 Peugeot 4007 diesel with 244052 km. Recently, the preheating lamp doesn't switch off, and there's an error stored. I suspect a glow plug issue. Has anyone experienced something similar? Could this be the likely cause?

4 comment(s)

antonvogel9

Yeah, sounds like a glow plug. Had similar symptoms on my old car. Is it hard to start when it's cold? And are you noticing any difference in fuel efficiency?

thomas_krause1 (Author)

It does seem a bit harder to start when the engine is cold. I haven't really paid attention to fuel efficiency. Could a faulty glow plug really affect fuel consumption that much?

antonvogel9

Hard starts plus the light staying on, yeah, almost certainly a glow plug. And yes, it can impact fuel efficiency a bit since the engine combustion won't be optimal, especially during cold starts. I wouldn't drive too long with it. I'd recommend getting it checked by a workshop.

thomas_krause1 (Author)

Thanks for the advice! I took it to a workshop, and you were spot on – defective glow plugs. Cost me 440€ to get them replaced.

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