Peugeot 308 Exhaust Manifold
Aftermarket exhaust manifold engineered to slot into the Peugeot 308. Cross-referenced against OEM specs and dispatched countrywide from our warehouse
What Are Peugeot 308 Exhaust Manifold?
The exhaust manifold collects gas from each cylinder of your Peugeot and channels it into the front pipe or turbo. On 1.6 HDi and 1.6 THP engines the cast-iron manifold is prone to hairline cracks after 150,000 km of thermal cycling — a classic cold-start ticking tell-tale we hear weekly.
Signs You Need New Exhaust Manifold
Common Questions About Peugeot 308 Exhaust Manifold
How much does a Peugeot exhaust manifold cost in South Africa?
Real SA sourcing is mostly used — Sparesboyz Durban and Cape Town, Boss Auto, Junk Mail and Gumtree. Trust Tubular offers upgrade tubular manifolds for Citroen/Peugeot applications. Send your VIN and engine code for a firm quote on the correct part.
What are the symptoms of a cracked exhaust manifold?
Cold-start ticking that fades with warm-up, exhaust smell under bonnet, turbo lag on HDi/THP engines, and a P0420 fault from unmetered air reaching the lambda sensor. 1.6 HDi and 1.6 THP cast-iron manifolds are the frequent cracker on SA high-mileage cars.
Can a cracked Peugeot exhaust manifold be repaired?
Sometimes — a small surface crack can be welded by an SA specialist, but cast iron is fickle and the repair often fails under thermal cycling. We usually recommend a used OEM replacement or a tubular upgrade for high-mileage 1.6 HDi or THP engines.
Why does my Peugeot make a ticking sound on cold start?
Classic cracked cast-iron manifold symptom — the crack expands when cold, letting exhaust escape past the seal. As the manifold heats and expands, the crack closes and the noise fades. Listen at the manifold flange on cold start to confirm.
Is it safe to drive with a cracked exhaust manifold?
Short term yes, long term no. Exhaust fumes (including carbon monoxide) can find their way into the cabin, the turbo sees reduced back-pressure on HDi engines, and the cat may overheat. Fix it before your next roadworthy test or long trip.
Not Sure Which Exhaust Manifold Fits Your 308?
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