Sep 1 2011, 03:22 PM, updated 12y ago
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I only compile the common problems encountered by Alza.
For ICE, Interior and Exterior modifications, please visit and register yourself at Official Alza Forum.
Rule of thumb
- To speed up your claiming process, send to P2 Service Centre (SC) - NOT DEALER
- How to identify P2 SC? P2 SC is named by Perodua Service Centre Sdn Bhd (followed by area)
- Otherwise, they are dealers and you'll wait forever
- Service Centre: http://www.perodua.com.my/service/
Alza General Service Info
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RARE BUT SERIOUS ISSUES
Spare Tire Drop Off When Driving SOURCE CLICK HERE
Cause: Loosen/Weak Supporting Bracket
Solution: Go back P2 SC and get everything changed free
Cost: FOC by P2 SC
COMMON ISSUES
Dirty Front Rims / Noisy Front Brake
Cause: Lousy brake pad that produces too much of brake powder
Solution: Change BrakePad (If you can't find Alza model, go for Waja Model)
Cost: Example Bosch PowerPlus RM55 or others, Labour outside RM20
Other Comment: Some users complaint Bosch PowerPlus makes funny noise after sometime, choose a brand that you like/confident with..
Wind Noise on Driver Side/Front Left Passenger Windows
Cause: <80km/j - improper rubber lining at windows/door; >110km/j - aerodynamic problem
Solution: complaint to P2 SC, or DIY refer HERE
Cost: If under warranty - FOC from P2
Rear Break Noise
Cause: Dirty Drum Break
Solution: Ask P2/ garage outside to clean for you
Cost: Depending how good your relationship with the foreman is
Noisy Cabin
Cause: Bad Soundproofing and Noisy Stock Tyre
Solution: Change Tyre and Install Sound proof
Cost: For tyre, can try Continental CC5 195/55/R15, RM200+/pcs; Soundproof starting from hundreds to thousands depending on material and the area covered.
Other Comment: Effectiveness: (1) Tyre (2) Soundproof 4 doors>roof>front bonnet/back trunk door>flooring
Rattling sound everywhere
Cause: Uneven joint of the plastic or metal due to low quality plastic/workmanship
Solution: If you got time - rectify the area, send to P2, wait long long/ or pay your foreman/soundproof specialist to settle it
Cost: It is FOC if you got time to go P2
Steering Rack Rust
Cause: Water from aircon host direct drip onto the steering rack (Same as Myvi)
Solution: Go any P2 SC and they'll add the extra hose pipe for free
Cost: FOC by P2
Rusted Car Battery Surrounding - Click Here
Cause: Car Battery Water Leaking
Solution: Change to Maintenance Free Battery
Cost: You can DIY/ask your foreman do it/ or claim from P2 (Took 3 days)
Vibration Sound From Steering Column On Uneven Road, Especially Turning
Cause: Steering Column Problem
Solution: Only Subang Jaya P2 SC (USJ 1) acknowledge this issue.. I was referred to En.Fauzi (Sales person) & En.Padil (Technician)
Cost: FOC if they acknowledge you, so don't be so lansi when talk to them
.. Other Comment: If no parts, you have wait very long because it is ordered from technical side, is not a common parts.. you can read my post HERE
Front Bumper doesn't clip well (near headlight)
Cause: Imperfect design of front bumper joint/clip
Solution: Send back to P2 SC (Not dealer) to do adjustment. They need to open the whole bumper and adjust.
Cost: FOC by P2 or ask your foreman
Interior Car Roof Light Not Working/Slow Response
Cause: Ajar Sensor aka Door Sensor Rosak,
Solution: Get it change for free at P2 SC
Cost: FOC, I have change a few times throughout these 2 years
Other Comment: Each door has its own sensor, make sure you check all doors
Soft Car Horn
Cause: Cheap horn by P2
Solution: Change horn at car accessories shop
Cost: You got to survey yourself becoz this is not a problem for me
Loose number plate on rear trunk door
Cause: Doesn't install properly?
Solution: Screw it back yourself please, or ask P2 do it
Cost: Screw only also mau charge?
Underpower/Slow Pick Up (Cause 1)
Cause: Loosen/Too Long Throttle Cable
Solution: Tighten the throttle cable, DIYers please refer below
Cost: File complaint to P2, no charge
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Underpower/Slow Pick Up (Cause 2)
Cause: Weak Grounding Cable Distribution
Solution: Adding Voltage Stabilizer (VS) + Grounding Cable (GC) will stabilize the electron flow among the engines and response better
Other Comment: You can try to play with petrol brand, I personally prefer BHP for it's smoothness and quietness
Underpower/Slow Pick Up (Cause 3)
Cause: Too many carbon inside your engine? Is your car already clocked 50,000km & more?
Solution: I want to try this Engine Conditioner & Engine Flush
Other Comment: I haven't use the product before.. So please try them at your own risk
Annoying Air-Con compressor, Obvious HeadLight Dims
Cause: Small battery, Weak Grounding & Alternator
Solution: VS + GC + Positive (+ve) Cable can help to reduce frequent kick in, however, note that +ve cable may void the warranty on your alternator..
Cost: Depending which brand you choose
Other Comment: I am personally using Edge VS & GC & +ve cable, you can read my comment over HERE
Gear Shift Shock
Cause: Gearbox problem. This is different from normal jerk. When engaging D or R, there's a delay of 1-2 second for gearbox to react. The gear change is very loud.
Solution: There's a batch has this problem as told by SC
Cost: FOC under warranty, not sure take how many weeks
RECOMMENDED UPGRADE (OPTIONAL)
1) Denso Iridium Spark Plug (IXU22) - P2 recommend this too
Description: Save cost in the long run. Normal spark plug (lifespan 20,000km)- RM52 (P2 SC), Denso Iridium Spark Plug (lifespan 100,000km)- RM180 (P2 SC)
Cost: RM155 with postage, Labour from P2 - FOC
2) Coil Spring Buffer - Reference Click Here
Description: To prevent rear spring reach bottom on full load, and if you think your suspension is too soft, it is the cheapest way to make it feel firmer
Cost: Around RM70/set (front & back), labour excluded
3) Front Strut Bar - Reference Click here
Description: If you want to improve handing (easier to control car movement), this is the cheapest and most effective. Personally tested. On the other hand, rear anti roll bar has no much effect, since our rear spring is torsion beam. Other bars may help but you may sacrifice passenger's comfort.
Cost: Ultra Racing Front Strut Bar - Around RM120 with installation
OTHER ISSUE (Keep in view, no harm yet) mileage up to date 70,000km
1) Sudden jerk when engaging D or reverse gear
- 40,000km and still happen sometimes, no harm yet
2) Soft engine tapping noise
- Often notice this when I just got car, only happens when 0-20kph. 40,000km now and still persist. No harm yet.
PERSONAL THOUGHT AS AN ALZA OWNER
A simple mechanism car. A lot of minor issues as listed above, but no major problem (except older batch has gearbox issue). Fun for city driving becoz of the immediate pickup (4AT gearbox), comfortable headroom & leg room, and driving vision.
Like
- Head room, leg room, driving vision, immediate pick up (4AT gearbox), handling like sedan, easy to mod
Dislike
- Rattling noise, narrow 3rd seat (this is a mini mpv), NVH is average only even after modding
This post has been edited by wtm0325: Oct 5 2013, 05:27 PM
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