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I have turbo and carbon build up on my to do list. Sometimes EML pops up and turbo stops working... My RCZ is at 130k km already so I guess there is a lot of carbon to clean. This will be expensive but I love my RCZ 😌
Yes, I have 1.6 THP 200 model.
Take a look at this article, they talk about common issues on these engines (timing chain as well) Peugeot-Citroen/Mini 1.6 THP engine naming, maintenance and servicing – 101 – eTuners
Also, when replacing battery, keep your windows fully or down otherwise you will need to recalibrate them. My window was rolled down a bit and after battery replacement I couldn't roll them fully up.
If you need to recalibrate your windows, then the solution is to lower the window with the...
Seems pretty normal to me as well :rolleyes: If no problems are found, just do a remap for that extra boost. I did remap my RCZ and the difference is very noticeable 👍 Also, I wonder if your HPFP was replaced already because at those mileages HPFP becomes a problem for many RCZs.
It is sad that you got all these problems at 40k km. My repairs started at around 80k km and I have spent around 2-3k EUR on engine repairs over 3 years. Before buying my RCZ I knew that this engine is poopy when it comes to reliability. Diesel version is more reliable.
Your dashboard looks...
Not sure why you put dash after RC :rolleyes: It is RCZ, not RC-Z
Mine has THP 200 engine which does 0-60 mph in 7.4 seconds so i wouldn't call that a rocket. RCZ-R is a different story but i haven't driven it. For me RCZ is more about looks and feel than performance.
Is it even legal to wrap whole car in chrome?
For petrol engines common issues are failing high pressure fuel pump, rattling chain, leaking thermostat housing. Take a look at this website Peugeot-Citroen/Mini 1.6 THP engine naming, maintenance and servicing – 101 – eTuners