Vehicle specs · Peugeot

Peugeot 207 1.4 HDi 70 (DV4TD, 8HZ)

2006-2012 · Diesel · 50 kW / 68 hp · 1398 cm³

Engine oil

Capacity3.8 l
SpecificationPSA B71 2296
Viscosity5W-40
Change interval20 000 km / 12 months

Tyre pressure (bar)

Front2.3
Rear2.2
Front (fully loaded)2.5
Rear (fully loaded)2.7
Tyre sizes185/65 R15, 195/55 R16, 205/45 R17
Wheel bolt torque90 Nm

Bulbs

Low beamH7
High beamH1
Fog lightsH11
Front indicatorsPY21W
Brake lightsP21W
Reverse lightsP21W

Engine

Timing drivebelt / 10 years
Battery60 Ah standard
Fuel tank50 l
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Known weak points

  • Turbocharger failure from oil sludge blocking the sump strainer and feed pipe; a turbo swap without flushing the sump fails again quickly
  • Injector seal leaks (carbon build-up around the injectors), with a chuffing noise and diesel smell in the cabin
  • EGR valve sticking, causing stalling at idle and hesitation when cold
  • BSI body control unit glitches: random dashboard warnings, wipers or indicators misbehaving, often cured by a proper BSI reset or cleaning earths
  • Front strut top mounts and drop links knocking over bumps, plus rear axle bearing play at higher mileage
  • Anti-pollution fault message from a weak fuel pressure regulator or clogged fuel filter

Fuse assignment varies by equipment level and production year. Always confirm with the label on the fuse box cover or the owner's manual.