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lowpro
post Jul 17 2014, 02:09 PM

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maybe i can shed some light on this. it is kinda an unwritten (or written!!??) rule (EU) that it cannot be closed completely. this is to ensure that there is still a small amount of air coming into the cabin to prevent the occupants from blacking out. so, it is just one of those things that maybe the service centre can fix a little but cannot fix fully. hope this helps. it was the same when i was working with Saab and Porsche. not sure about other brands.
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post Jul 17 2014, 04:24 PM

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QUOTE(EnergyAnalyst @ Jul 17 2014, 02:20 PM)
Then The Beijing Chinese must be used to breathing them smog  shakehead.gif
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Most probably! biggrin.gif
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post Aug 4 2014, 11:30 AM

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QUOTE(kurosagi83 @ Aug 4 2014, 01:17 AM)
it was because of the scrubbing but the shop give some sort of voucher for compensation. anyway, thx for the advise. but i still feel like replacing with new. well, let see how much SC quote tomorrow then..huhu
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imho, a good paint job for the part will be good already.
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post Aug 14 2014, 03:07 PM

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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Aug 14 2014, 12:55 PM)
Completely disagree! Warranty and items under warranty are very explicit, they are not subject to negotiation by any authorized SC.
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yes. this is 100% correct.
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post Aug 14 2014, 03:11 PM

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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Aug 14 2014, 12:45 PM)
Just got back from Glenmarie after Temp sensor change. It was foc and took 4hrs. Now the temp is steady 90deg, as normal.

Waiting room got wifi,cofee and sandwich. Customer service was good.
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thank goodness and it is indeed good news! i hope they continue giving good customer service.
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post Aug 22 2014, 12:41 PM

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QUOTE(eusened @ Aug 21 2014, 02:27 PM)
Bro, I understand your frustration on your 408. I know there is no word we can offer to comfort you.
Maybe you could write to Peugeot France and see what will happen.

Else, sell it, lose some and get a new car.
Take care bro.
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generally, the french will just forward the letter to the local franchise holder and ask the local guys to handle it. hands washed.
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post Aug 26 2014, 09:02 AM

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by the way, the 'm' is also in the 5008 and 508 (though not made known officially).
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post Aug 26 2014, 11:46 AM

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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Aug 26 2014, 11:05 AM)
That's good as the engine's reliability will improve public opinion on Pugs. Sadly BMW's support and future development with PSA on the Prince will end by 2016.
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'depollution' is a term used by peugeot to denote an error which causes the car to emit excessive emissions above the set amounts/limits as defined by the car's ecu.

so, in essence, it can mean anything that goes wrong that causes the exhaust to sense excessive toxic emissions. some causes could be wrong fuel used, malfunctioning spark plugs, turbo problems, use of wrong viscosity oil, leaks in the induction system and so on and so forth. but in the prince, the key reasons for the 'depollution' term to pop up can be traced to a few key causes. do note, it does appear in other non-turbo models as well but for other reasons.

hope this helps.

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post Aug 27 2014, 01:21 AM

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QUOTE(mtbk3 @ Aug 26 2014, 04:50 PM)
lowpro....as per your last sentece, What are the few key causes for the "depollution' to pop up???

Thanks....
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fouling of the intake valves
cracked hoses
dump valve issues

those are just some usual issues with early engines. don't really hear much of them in later engines.
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post Sep 9 2014, 05:02 PM

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it is sad when it comes to this but like what energy analyst said, not everything is within their control. do bear in mind also the totally negative outlook on the brand and your model's acceptance when it comes to selling off time if public actions were to be taken. nobody wins. best to engage and sometimes, relating to them will be a better option. and yes, i can assure you, those guys at clic get yelled at everyday. so a soft word may in fact work in your favour.

imaging everyone screaming n yelling at them and here comes someone who empathises with them. wouldn't they be more receptive to sort out your issues? you may have other views like 'i am a paying customer and it is my right to yell if i'm pissed' then by all means do what you want to do but do bear in mind the consequences of such an action.

just my 2 cents worth on this.
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post Sep 15 2014, 08:46 AM

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QUOTE(Hannibal @ Sep 14 2014, 11:40 PM)
Hi guys, anyone found the wiper layout to be very unfriendly to right hand drivers? During heavy rain the left blade was wiping the water to right causing visibility issue. It seems like Peugeot didn't care to modify the position to suit right hand drivers. Any fix to this?
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there are many things that are not properly aligned to RHD. the placement of the fusebox in the glove compartment, the handbrake location, the placement of the rear fog lights (should follow the driver's side), location of the +/- on the transmission lever and of course your wipers. if one wants to be picky, even the on/off button on the hu is on the wrong side. then again, even all replacement market head units have it suited for LHD.

i guess it is more of a cost constraint that explains it. if they have a big volume for the 408 - if UK, Australia and other big RHD markets take it, i think they would have economies of scale to properly align the parts for our RHD market.

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post Sep 15 2014, 09:40 AM

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QUOTE(EP6CDTM @ Sep 15 2014, 09:36 AM)
VW has similar setup as well

LHD market is bigger and RHD markets

so being a minority your voice won't be loud enough to be noticed  blink.gif
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definitely. it just wasn't possible to even get the wiring for the rear fog light corrected for our market though i think they have rectified it for later batches by having both sides lit up.
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post Oct 30 2014, 12:11 PM

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QUOTE(Hannibal @ Oct 30 2014, 12:37 AM)
It won't work Newbie. I hardly use auto but outside smell still gets in, it's anoyying. Seems to me there's no real solution to this problem so I'll just live with it. No point complaining anymore.
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all peugeot will still allow a bit of outside air to get in. it is to ensure a bit of circulation even if you select recirculate. the idea works in europe but not that well here where our air stinks generally. but it is just something u will need to live with.
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post Dec 11 2014, 12:09 PM

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QUOTE(St.Christopher @ Dec 11 2014, 11:32 AM)
Thanks bro. You, together with SkyJack and Lowpro were some of the people here whose knowledge and passion, impressed and convinced me. Appreciate your response.
With your input, I am now 95% steered towards 408T.
Hope for a couple more pointers from you bro...
1) In your opinion, is it worthwhile to get with this current year-end promotion? The 408T leather is going for Rm120,292.00 with overtrade & rebate of Rm19,000, taking it down to RM101,292. Or should I wait for next year and hope for CNY offers? I suppose the CNY promo will still be 2014 manufactured..so does it make a diff in resale value next time?
2) The SA in TTDI said there will not be any freebies. But I read in an earlier thread by JeffWong, he had smarttag, full tank, mat and such...I assume those are freebies thrown in by SA and also he mentioned tinting ( this I do not know if it is free) all done by his SA from Glenmarie before he collected the car. Should there be such differences? Should I get the car from Glenmarie as he suggested then? His reasons seems to make sense.
Sorry bro, for my naive and basic questions...am really a goondu when it comes to these things.
Hope for your further inputs.
Thanks once again. Cheers
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The price offer in advertisements, is nationwide while the unmentioned freebies are usually given by separate dealerships and will differ from dealer to dealer. Best to do some shopping here. Some may even throw in cash incentives to clinch that year end sale (They are chasing for volume incentive).

Banks and used car dealers usually do not bother the year bought. They will just focus on year made so usually for the 1st quarter of each year, each car maker will still be selling the previous year made cars (not easy to forecast to sell off all 2014 stock by 31 Dec 2014).

So, IMHO, there is no issue buying a car now or in January. Just that in Jan, they MAY (MAY only) throw in just a little more to throw the previous year's cars. Or, the usual game is to sell with a different package but the overall cost to the company is still the same.

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post Dec 11 2014, 02:18 PM

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QUOTE(vknight @ Dec 11 2014, 02:13 PM)
Hi guys
Do u guys notice in the passenger dashboard like square mould? SA said it will appear after some time in the sun.
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It is a cut line for the passenger airbag if I am not mistaken. So in the event of a deployment, it is easier for the airbag to break through the dashboard.
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post Dec 22 2014, 06:29 PM

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QUOTE(mtbk3 @ Dec 22 2014, 05:23 PM)
Wahhhhh....Even performance brand ATF like Motul or Torco is not that expensive.....
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Used to be 3 times that price. So, it is pretty acceptable now. Best to check what other Euro brands are charging.
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post Apr 9 2015, 12:18 PM

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[quote=SKYjack,Apr 8 2015, 07:45 PM]
Too bad lowpro left Peugeot.We have lost a good source of reliable info.

Oh Naza pamphlet also claims new 308 with 150THP ka! No wonder so much confusion. Paul Tan confirms it's 165THP. The new line of engines are built to Euro 6 emission standards. So now the 163THP Prince is adjusted to 165THP.
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Yup guys, I have left Peugeot for some time already. Actually a few months only. Last I was there was in Feb of last year. Can still ask around about the technical specs though... if they will let me know lah.
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post Apr 15 2015, 06:25 PM

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QUOTE(EP6CDTM @ Apr 15 2015, 05:54 PM)
unless you're paying nasim directly, i don't think your SA will be held responsible for voiding the warranty

don't forget SA can cabut and join another company anytime, leaving your car without warranty coverage  sweat.gif
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Very true there. Unless the SA has a confirmed black and white document, I'd take his or her words with a lot of salt.
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post Oct 12 2015, 08:32 AM

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QUOTE(SKYjack @ Oct 12 2015, 01:27 AM)
Hi bro
Peugeot France is very strict on warranty. To confirm warranty, email Clic Peugeot, the car reg number. They'll tell if warranty is void. They are also on Facebook. I suspect warranty may be void due to non compliance of service schedule. Used car dealers only want to make a quick buck, they are not interested in service schedules.

It does not mean this car is bad. I suggest you look whether the car is worth buying without warranty. IMO it is worth buying if the price is right. it's my 4th year of ownership. My reasons for saying it's worth it are as follows:
1.The engine & gearbox are reliable, I have had no problems up to now. No complaints from other owners too. Some complaints about sensors, which are not very expensive to replace.
2. Spare parts are reasonable, they are available at Peugeot spare part shop. I just bought rear brake pads for $160/-, ABS sensor for $190/-.
3. Now more Peugeot workshops are available, so maintenance and repairs are getting reasonable. No need to go to Service centers for cut throat price.
4. For the price, there is no other car to match performance. It is a very enjoyable car.

No need to worry bro. Many of us here at this forum are well versed with this car. Always willing to give you a helping hand. Go for it, you'll thoroughly enjoy this Lion!  nod.gif
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post Oct 13 2015, 10:17 AM

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Just met up with a few pug club guys last Saturday night mah. But I've been busy these days. Will pop in more often though! Keep it up SKYjack.

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