2021 — 2024
1.6L PHEV Hybrid 225 (EP6FDT)
Plug-in Hybrid
Test transition between pure EV mode and Hybrid mode under moderate to hard acceleration. | Note: Listen and feel for rough engagement or jerky shifts from the e-EAT8 transmission. Software updates can sometimes resolve this, but physical clutch wear in the hybrid transmission is highly costly.
Plug the vehicle into an AC charger during inspection and confirm charging initiates without errors. | Note: Failures of the On-Board Charger (OBC) unit are a known issue on PSA PHEVs, often resulting in a complete failure to charge on AC power. Replacement is expensive.
Drive over speed bumps or uneven surfaces at low speed and listen for knocks or creaks. | Note: The extra weight of the PHEV battery puts increased stress on the front suspension, leading to premature wear of front strut top mounts and anti-roll bar drop links.
Review the service history for oil change frequency and inspect the oil filler cap for milky residue. | Note: The EP6FDT engine is prone to fuel dilution in the engine oil due to frequent short trips where the ICE engine doesn't reach operating temperature, leading to accelerated timing chain wear.
Routine engine oil and filter change using strictly PSA B71 2010 specification oil, passenger compartment air filter replacement, and a full diagnostic scan for hybrid control unit software updates.
Replacement of spark plugs (critical to prevent engine misfires and ignition coil load), brake fluid flush, inspection of high-voltage cooling system fluid levels, and evaluation of the auxiliary 12V AGM battery.
Comprehensive inspection of the timing chain tensioner, replacement of the auxiliary drive belt, e-EAT8 automatic transmission fluid refresh, and a certified State of Health (SoH) check on the traction battery.
Always use the exact PSA-approved engine oil specification (typically 0W-20 meeting PSA B71 2010) to mitigate the risk of LSPI (Low-Speed Pre-Ignition) and timing chain stretch.
Proactively replace the 12V auxiliary AGM battery every 3 to 4 years, as a weak 12V battery triggers erratic 'Traction System Fault' warnings and software lockouts.
Inspect the mechanical brake discs and calipers annually; because of regenerative braking, physical brakes are underutilized, making them prone to rusting and slider seizure in damp NZ coastal climates.
Verify with a Peugeot service center that all campaigns/recalls—particularly those regarding traction battery casing corrosion and battery management system (BMS) updates—have been completed.
Keep the EV charging port clean and check the charge-port lock actuator mechanism for smooth operation to prevent charging connection faults.
Estimated repair costs if issues arise
Required if the vehicle displays 'Charger Fault' and refuses AC charging. This part is a known weak spot on early second-generation PHEV models.
Required if a distinct metallic rattling noise is heard from the engine bay on a cold startup, indicating a stretched timing chain on the 1.6L EP6 turbo engine.
While covered by an 8-year/160,000km factory warranty, any post-warranty failure of the 13.2 kWh lithium-ion battery requires complete pack replacement or specialized cell rebuilding.
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