I heard someone said before if use syn oil, then use it all the way. Don't change back to mineral. I don't know if there is research to support this theory, though.

Personally, I think semi-syn is good enough cos Proton not exactly performance cars.

Which is the most professional (ie least waiting time) SC around PJ, Kepong, Ipoh Rd areas?

Bro, one hand driving at 100 and other hand take pix? Highly dangerous manoeuvre.
Just tell us we will believe u lah. No need to prove it.

This post has been edited by lowyatsuperman: Sep 10 2011, 06:52 PM

For exora u try to close the rear hatch, tell me nice or not.

@eric
lowyatsuperman | Elegant Brown - FLX1.3E Auto

I kinda like the firm suspension. The ashtray cum coinbox is handy for me. I put it in the centre console cup holder for rear passengers (just behind the handbrakes) and it fits nicely.


I think rival dun have control for ICE on car steering?

I think maybe u should upgrade to performance car. 1.3 not designed to run at 200.


Wow, that is MAJOR QC issue. And yr car just few weeks old? Touch wood, I hope mine is okay. Driving to Spore in a few days time.

If u r buying NEW FLX:
1. Sales person will go through with u the chassis no.
2. Check alarm system works and all doors can open after "unlock"
3. Oil leakage
4. Horns on all sides of steering wheel works (mine doesn't)
5. Press the plastic paddings on dashboard and both corners so that no creaking sound. Mine creak a bit on left pillar side
6. All accessories are given to u (Note: There is a jumper cable inside a bag given for FLX. Other models I think don't have)
7. etc... (other forum members feel free to add)

PS: If yr sales person is responsible person, he will also check all these for u. My sales lady even tune the radio stations for me.

LOL, when I see Sagas and Maivees speeding on the highway at speeds of >160, I normally pull aside to let them pass. If they r in a hurry to be reincarnated, I shouldn't block them.

Before u collect yr car, u can instruct yr sales person to park it at a cement place and leave it there for few hrs. So when u go to collect, just note the floor. For plastic paddings, mine have creaking noise at the left corner. Anyway, just press all over to make sure nothing is loose.


Whoa, this is major QC issue. Luckily no serious accident happened. The belt is rated for 200,000km lifespan (if not mistaken I read somewhere). Sigh, I will be going down to Spore soon so now my heart a bit worried, too. Car mileage now only 100+km.


The idea is to reject the car upon first inspection. If u find faults, still accept meh?

The spare is meant for temporary use until u get the original fixed. My FLX comes with 4 Goodyear tyres and the spare is a cheapo "Continental" I think. Not really bothered.

Incorrect. I think most M'sians don't understand consumer rights. When u collect your car, the salesman will run through a checklist with u. The checklist says that u inspected all parts of the car and u sign yr name saying YES, u inspected everything okay. So if u go through the checklist, something is missing, u still sign kah? You can reject on the spot if the steering wheel is missing, for eg and demand they give u another car. Whether they register with JPJ etc is their pasal.


Yes, correct.

Correct.

Actually I would do the same. Write to papers etc. Unless they upgrade my Saga to Inspila for free as compensation.

@scofield: these few days rain on and off. Must be careful driving.

BTW for new FLX users: there is something like a black "sponge" stuck just below the left n right door handles. I know it's for protecting against bumps. Do u remove it or leave it on?

Be careful, guys. WD40 will eat away the paintwork. I think best to dab a bit of Ronsonol (lighter fluid) onto a cloth and rub away the glue. Try not to pour it onto the paintwork.


Today I drove all over PJ SS2, S16, 17 and Sri Hartamas, only saw 1 FLX. It's not so common yet.


I better go check mine, too.

I think maybe it's because the FLX headlamp's glass surface area is big, hence easier to feel the heat? Just my theory. Anyway, all bulbs give off heat. Except for LEDs with less heat.

Yes, I was thinking same thing. My mum's 19-yr old Iswara has that feature and my 2011 FLX no have. Also my Mitsubishi Colt last time (before Satria came out) also has "controllable" intermittent wiper speed. Meaning u can adjust the speed at the slowest setting. For FLX I find that the slowest speed and medium speed, either too slow or too fast, no in-between.

Be careful about RainX. Don't apply to front windscreen as it will spoil yr wiper blades. For side and rear its okay.

Up to u, bro, it's your wiper. RainX creates "surface tension" so that the glass surface can repel water. That same surface tension also causes friction making it difficult for wiper blades to effectively glide across the glass. Over time, the wiper rubber will suffer uneven wear n tear, eventually scratching the glass. Not to mention the extra strain on the motors driving the wipers.

U can check with JPJ. Change of ownership is a simple procedure.


My FLX can do 200.... when I attach some rocket firecrackers to the boot.

This is just my OPINION so feel free to agree/disagree with me. RainX is a western/European product and not really designed for our tropical weather. No matter how many layers u apply, after a heavy tropical rainstorm (very common in Msia), u r back to square one. Question is, how much do u wanna apply to your front windscreen? Half a bottle a week? For me, I prefer to keep things simple. If it doesn't work (for our weather), stop using it.

However, I would apply RainX to all the other glass surfaces ie rear/side windscreen and side mirrors. Anywhere except front windscreen. That's just my way. Feel free to do things YOUR way.

@SiuYi
I understand your rationale. I also heard about "glass or silicone coating-something-something" for protecting the car paintwork, costs around RM3-4K.

With money, anything is possible. Question is, when I buy a budget 45K car, do I want to add another 10-20K for all these extras? My answer is NO. Some ppl answer is YES.

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For those still asking about FLX FC, I just drove to Singapore and worked out costs to be around 20 sen per km using Shell VPower (RON97) at RM2.80/L.

Travelled 382km using approx 26.34L of petrol. Average speed 80-110kmph, 90% on highway. Car only 10 days old and this is first tank. I expect consumption to improve after engine run-in.

Okay, here's a mini review on the FLX after my drive to S'pore. I am still there, going back to KL on Monday.

Because the engine haven't run in yet, I have to keep looking at speedo. The car is very easy to reach 110kmph without much effort. My average speed is 90-110.

I love the firm suspension especially going over bumps. Some cars when going over "botak" roads (ie roads with the tar surface gone) will be very noisy. Surprisingly FLX's road noise is minimal, feels like a car with 1.8L engine. I think the Goodyear tyres are a good choice by Proton although I am wondering if Dunlop will be even quieter as I have experienced those tyres before. Road holding is also exceptionally good esp when taking corners.

Driving long distance with the car is very comfortable because of the smooth ride. It's hard to imagine this is only a 1.3L car. I am glad I did not wait for 1.6L as I need the car NOW and this 1.3 model satisfies my need especially that I prefer fuel economy vs speed. Those who want speed may wanna wait for 1.6 though.

The steering wheel cannot be used in the "high" position cos that would block your view of the speedometers etc. I put it at lowest position but arms also get a bit tired at that angle after awhile. Would be good if future models have foldable arm rests like what I had in my previous Estima MPV.

The seat is also quite high (I guess to accommodate shorter people) so I had to lower it down otherwise my head will be almost touching the top.

Some ppl envy the Maivee's speedo design but I think the FLX is sufficient. I don't care much about the meters looking nice like Christmas tree as "ride comfort" is my top priority. Maivee driven over long distance can be uncomfortable and noisier which is common for hatchbacks. The hatch rattles quite a bit and get worse over the years.

About the sound system... (to be contd)....

My FLX just passed the 1,000km mark, no more virgin.