: Corrosion or a "short circuit to earth" within the wiring loom leading to the front right headlamp.

Is a currently showing you this code (e.g., on a Peugeot 207 or 3008)?

The code "098" refers to the specific engine block family, while the suffix "C" denotes a specific iteration or tune within that family. The 098 series engines were inline-four cylinder units, a configuration that Peugeot had mastered and refined over two decades. These engines were not designed for the racetrack but for the rapidly expanding middle class of France and Europe, offering a balance of durability, fuel efficiency, and serviceability.

Obsolete numbers (discontinued before 2005) often do not appear in online public databases. You may need to consult a microfiche archive or a veteran Peugeot specialist.

However, this does not mean the term is meaningless. In the world of automotive engineering, logistics, and online marketplaces, alphanumeric codes like “098C” typically refer to one of three things: a , an internal factory code , or a mis-transcribed VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) segment .