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Rifter weak battery and flickering lights

Hi, I've got a 2019 Peugeot Rifter with a gasoline engine and I'm having some issues. The battery seems weak when starting, and the lights are flickering a bit. Mileage is at 162773 km. Could this be a bad battery sensor? I've read that low voltage can cause these symptoms.

A 2019 Peugeot Rifter with a gasoline engine is experiencing a weak battery and flickering lights, potentially due to low voltage. The issue may be caused by a faulty battery sensor, which can misreport voltage levels to the car's computer. Testing the battery and using a multimeter to check the sensor's voltage output are recommended steps. The problem was resolved by replacing the defective battery sensor at a workshop.

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I also have a Rifter, though I can't recall the year at the moment. Your symptoms sound very familiar. Have you had the battery tested? Low voltage can indeed cause those issues, but it's important to rule out other potential problems. A defective voltage sensor is a likely cause. What were the results of the vehicle diagnostics?

Thanks for the reply! I haven't had the battery tested yet, nor the vehicle diagnostics. Any specific tests for the voltage sensor I should ask for? Or do you think it's obvious when they check?

If the battery tests fine, then focus on the battery sensor. A multimeter can be used to check the voltage output of the sensor itself. In my case, the sensor was faulty and reporting incorrect voltage to the car's computer. That caused all sorts of weirdness. I'd advise taking it to a workshop; they'll know how to check it properly and replace it if needed.

Okay, thanks a lot for the advice! I took it to the shop, and you were right, it was indeed the battery sensor. Repair cost me 315€. All good now!

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