Peugeot Rcz service: key facts
- Oil service every 10,000 miles or 1 year
- Basic service costs £80–£220 depending on garage
- Timing chain service: £800–£1200 — don't skip this one
- 1 generation from 2009 to 2015
- 11 tracked service items across routine, major, and periodic schedules
Routine service items
These are the items covered in a standard service. Most garages include oil, oil filter and a basic inspection. The rest are typically checked or replaced on a schedule.
| Service item | Interval | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
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Engine oil and filter
Manufacturer interval 10,000 miles/12 months.
T75
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10,000 miles or 1 year |
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
|
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Air filter
Manufacturer interval 20,000 miles. Critical for turbo protection - dirty filter causes turbo overspin. Check every oil change for contamination.
T75
|
20,000 miles or 2 years |
£25–£40
Dealer: £50–£80
|
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Cabin pollen filter
Located behind glovebox. Manufacturer interval 20,000 miles. Blocked filter causes heater fan strain and poor demisting.
T75
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20,000 miles or 2 years |
£40–£60
Dealer: £80–£120
|
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Fuel filter
Diesel only - manufacturer interval 40,000 miles. Integrated into fuel tank on HDi engines. Blocked filter causes power loss and injection system damage.
T75 · DW10FD
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40,000 miles |
£120–£180
Dealer: £220–£300
|
Major service items
These are the big-ticket items. Miss them and you risk engine or gearbox damage. The costs are higher but the consequences of skipping are much worse.
| Service item | Interval | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
|
Timing chain service
Not a manufacturer service item but specialists recommend inspection at 80,000 miles due to known chain stretch issues on EP6DT.
T75 · EP6DT
|
80,000 miles |
£800–£1200
Dealer: £1500–£2200
|
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Gearbox oil
Manufacturer claims lifetime fill but specialists recommend 75,000 miles. Use 75W80 gear oil meeting PSA B71 2330 specification. Essential for smooth gear changes.
T75
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75,000 miles |
£120–£180
Dealer: £220–£300
|
Periodic maintenance
Items that don't need doing at every service but should be on your radar at the right mileage or age.
| Service item | Interval | Typical cost |
|---|---|---|
|
Spark plugs
Manufacturer interval 20,000 miles. Use NGK or Bosch OE specification plugs only. Incorrect plugs can cause misfires and turbo damage on high-pressure THP engine.
T75 · EP6DT
|
20,000 miles or 2 years |
£80–£120
Dealer: £140–£180
|
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Brake fluid
Manufacturer interval 2 years regardless of mileage. Use DOT 4 fluid only. Critical for brake feel and safety - hygroscopic fluid degrades brake performance.
T75
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2 years |
£60–£90
Dealer: £120–£160
|
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Coolant flush
Manufacturer interval 150,000 miles or 10 years. Use Peugeot Glaceol RX Type D only - other coolants cause corrosion. Replace thermostat at same time.
T75
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150,000 miles or 10 years |
£100–£150
Dealer: £180–£250
|
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Auxiliary belt and tensioner
Manufacturer interval 60,000 miles or 4 years. Replace belt and tensioner together - tensioner failure can cause belt to shred. Do with timing chain service if due.
T75
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60,000 miles or 4 years |
£80–£120
Dealer: £150–£220
|
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DPF forced regeneration interval
System attempts regeneration every 600 miles of mixed driving. Requires 10-minute motorway run to complete. Short urban journeys prevent regeneration and cause DPF blockage.
T75 · DW10FD
|
600 miles |
£150–£250
Dealer: £300–£450
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Peugeot Rcz service FAQs
How often should a Peugeot Rcz be serviced?
A Peugeot Rcz should have an oil service every 10,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first. Manufacturer interval 10,000 miles/12 months.
How much does a Peugeot Rcz service cost?
A basic service at an independent garage typically costs £80–£120. Main dealer servicing is usually £150–£220. Major items like timing belts or gearbox services cost significantly more.
Can I service a Peugeot Rcz at an independent garage?
Yes. Under UK consumer law, using an independent garage does not void your manufacturer warranty, provided they use parts meeting the manufacturer's specification and follow the correct schedule. However, independent services won't appear in the franchised dealer digital records.