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 Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 2:23 am |
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Hi,
We have just purchased a 206 1.4LX Auto (03 reg) and have to admit that I think it suits my partner quite well (she is driving it everywhere!). So hello to everyone from Kevin + Tasha.
We do have the niggle of the oil level indicator providing erratic readings which we have read is a bit of a common problem. I think that replacing the oil level sensor may be worth a shot for the fairly limited amount they cost. Does anyone know where it is located in the engine block or the sump pan?
Many Thanks,
Kevin
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 2:27 am |
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i dont know the answer to your question but hello  you will find everyone on here most helpful
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 2:30 am |
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It will be more likely the BSI software 
The sensor level probe rarely goes wrong itself.
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 2:52 am |
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I wouldn't trust it even if it was working ok. Can't beat a dipstick
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 2:53 am |
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Hi MrrNoName & MrBSI.
Thanks for the welcome and info. If it is more likely to be the software that would involve a trip to the dealer. I have a fault code reader but would need the full diagnostic software to update the BSI software.
Was there a recall sent out by Peugeot to rectify this? I imagine not due to it not being a safety issue but worth asking.
Thanks,
Kevin
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 3:36 am |
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I agree about the dipstick being a tried and tested method
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 3:36 am |
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With regards to the oil level sensor - are the readings erratic depending on where you've parked. It varies massively if you're on an incline/decline etc.
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 3:39 am |
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We live in a flat with a communial car park and allocated bays. The car park is fairly level and we are always in the same space so there is no real reason on the readings being massively different each morning she gets into the car.
I understand that the readings may vary if the engine is warm but we are getting different readings in the morning where it has been standing overnight.
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 3:39 am |
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We live in a flat with a communial car park and allocated bays. The car park is fairly level and we are always in the same space so there is no real reason on the readings being massively different each morning she gets into the car.
I understand that the readings may vary if the engine is warm but we are getting different readings in the morning where it has been standing overnight.
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 5:39 am |
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| arronmee1990 wrote: |
| I wouldn't trust it even if it was working ok. Can't beat a dipstick |
Its a 1.4 of 2003 vintage, the plastic end of the dipstick would have snapped of by now & be floating in the sump 
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 5:43 am |
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My 53 plate 2.0 HDI has always had erratic oil level readings.
I asked the garage to look at it (during a service) and they came back with a 'not sure why it's doing it' - I've lived with it as I find the dipstick checked on a regular basis gives a good indication.
It is rare for a modern engine to drink or spill loads of oil, if it does, it normally indicates a problem!
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 5:45 am |
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With a diesel lump its important to check the oil level regularly & make sure it never goes over the max on the dipstick.
Too much oil in a diesel = start looking for a replacement engine
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 5:45 am |
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| davek wrote: |
It is rare for a modern engine to drink or spill loads of oil, if it does, it normally indicates a problem! |
unless its a new ford fiesta, work with a fleet of them and they all drink oil
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With a diesel lump its important to check the oil level regularly & make sure it never goes over the max on the dipstick.
Too much oil in a diesel = start looking for a replacement engine |
very true, never go above the max line, causes all sorts of problems, its just as bad as going below the min line lol
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Posted: Wed May 11, 2011 5:51 am |
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I have a disel lump as well so I may as well make it a weekly routine
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Posted: Fri May 13, 2011 2:12 am |
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Hi,
I have an update on our oil level sensor. It has now gone from providing random readings to the consistant flashing every morning. In the handbook it indicates that there is a fault and not a oil level reading.
This makes me think that the sensor has finally given up the ghost. Does anyone know where it is located so replacement could be tried?
Thanks,
Kevin
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