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Change Car Glow Plugs

Intermediate 1h30–4h00 ~150–400£
Estimated time 1h30–4h00
Estimated labour cost ~150–400£
Difficulty Intermediate
Vehicles
Expert I, II 1995-2007 3
  • 1.9 D Diesel (DW8 (WJZ))
  • 1.9 D Diesel (DW8B (WJY))
  • 2.0 HDi Diesel (DW10BTED (RHX))
Expert IV 2016-2025 9
  • 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Diesel (DV5RUCD (YHR))
  • 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Diesel (DV5RUC (YHV))
  • 1.6 BlueHDI 115 Diesel (DV6FCU (BHX))
  • 1.6 BlueHDI 95 Diesel (DV6FDU (BHS))
  • 1.6 BlueHDI 95 Diesel (DV6FDU (BHV))
  • 2.0 BlueHDI 125 Diesel (DW10FE (AHK))
  • 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Diesel (DW10FD (AHX))
  • 2.0 BlueHDi 180 Diesel (DW10FC (AHH))
  • 2.0 BlueHDi 180 Diesel (DW10FDCU (EHZ))

What is the role of Peugeot Expert glow plugs?

Glow plugs are used in diesel engines to preheat the combustion chamber before starting, particularly in cold weather. Unlike petrol engines that use spark plugs to ignite the fuel, diesel engines rely on compression ignition. Modern glow plugs also remain active after starting to reduce emissions and noise during the warm-up phase.

When should you change your Peugeot Expert glow plugs?

Generally, glow plugs last between 80,000 and 160,000 km. Symptoms of failing glow plugs include: difficulty starting in cold weather, white or grey exhaust smoke on start-up, rough idle during warm-up, the glow plug warning light remaining illuminated, and increased fuel consumption.

How do I know if the Peugeot Expert glow plugs need changing?

Via the EOBD diagnostic system, faulty glow plugs will trigger fault codes (typically P0380–P0384 for glow plug circuit faults). Individual glow plug resistance can be measured with a multimeter (typically 0.5–2 ohms for a good plug).

Is it difficult to change Peugeot Expert glow plugs?

Difficulty level 3/5: intermediate. Glow plugs can seize in the cylinder head over time due to heat and corrosion, making removal difficult and risking breakage. Key steps: warm the engine first, apply penetrating oil, use the correct glow plug socket, unscrew carefully (do not force — a broken glow plug requires specialist extraction).

3 models covered

Model Year Range Engines covered Fuel
Expert I, II 1995-2007 1995-2007 1.6 SPi Petrol (220A2000), 1.8 Petrol (XU7JP (LFW)), 1.9 D Diesel (DW8 (WJZ)), 1.9 D Diesel (DW8B (WJY)), 1.9 D Diesel (XUD9A (D9B)), 1.9 TD Diesel (XUD9BTF (DHX)), 1.9 TD Diesel (XUD9TF (D8B)), 2.0 16V Petrol (EW10J4/L3 (RFN)), 2.0 HDi 16V Diesel (DW10ATED4 (RHW)), 2.0 HDi Dies… Diesel, Petrol
Expert III 2007-2015 2007-2015 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6UC (9HM)), 1.6 HDi Diesel (DV6UTED4 (9HU)), 2.0 HDi Diesel (DW10CD (AHZ)), 2.0 HDi Diesel (DW10CTED4 (RHH)), 2.0 HDi Diesel (DW10UTED4 (RHK)), 2.0 HDiF Diesel (DW10BTED4 (RHR)), 2.0 HDiF Diesel (DW10CE (AHY)), 2.0 HDiF Diesel (DW10UTED4 (RHG)), 2.0 HDiF Diesel… Diesel, Petrol
Expert IV 2016-2025 2016-2025 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Diesel (DV5RUCD (YHR)), 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Diesel (DV5RUC (YHV)), 1.6 BlueHDI 115 Diesel (DV6FCU (BHX)), 1.6 BlueHDI 95 Diesel (DV6FDU (BHS)), 1.6 BlueHDI 95 Diesel (DV6FDU (BHV)), 2.0 BlueHDI 125 48V (MHEV),Diesel (DW10FE (AHJ)), 2.0 BlueHDI 125 Diesel (DW10FE (AHK… 48V (MHEV), Diesel