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Originally Posted by HR Volvo
D2 is fine - when launched in 8 valve form it was reliable and most problems sorted. The main one being the trade had worked them out ie only use top grade oil Replace filters and clean sump if turbo goes and maintain in line with service.
The engine is a re ark able bit of technology with high power output from a small displacement. Remember PSA group are innovative and clever with engines when they are In the mood — the D2 is the same as most diesels - has a few issues but Is basically sound and in tests emits what it says it does unlike some other more prestigious diesel manufacturers
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Indeed the 1600 D2 is fine , most of the problems are due to poor or neglected servicing , and garages bodging things , and simple things like particle filter pressure sensor pipes rotting and people changing other related parts just in case it fixes the problem without doing proper diagnosis . Don't be frightened by a D2 a lot of what you hear is hearsay .