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uwezimmermann1

Rifter oil pressure warning

I'm writing to inquire about a problem with my 2022 Peugeot Rifter diesel. The oil pressure warning lamp lights up, and there are loud mechanical noises from the engine. I checked the oil level, and it seems okay. Any ideas?

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theo_beck1

I also own a Rifter, though I don't recall the exact year. I once faced something similar. Have you checked the oil viscosity or if there's any oil leakage? Also, when was the last time you replaced the oil filter? A clogged filter can sometimes cause low oil pressure.

uwezimmermann1 (Author)

Thank you for your reply. I haven't checked the oil viscosity. I will look into oil leakage. The oil filter was replaced about 8000 km ago. Could it really be clogged so quickly? Could it be oil pump failure?

theo_beck1

8000 km should be fine for the oil filter. However, oil pump failure does sound like a plausible reason considering the symptoms. It could also be a faulty oil pressure gauge. Considering the noises, I'd suggest having it checked at a workshop to confirm.

uwezimmermann1 (Author)

I appreciate the advice. I took it to the workshop, and you were right. It was indeed a defect in the oil pump. The repair cost came to 755€ Thank you!

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