I see.

But the sms I got from my sc states mine is still under warranty.

Strange.

P/S confusing. Like i said earlier, if it is a design problem, then they should fix the problem regardless of whether under warranty or not. Dont know where this CVT stands.

Noted a louder noise on the first startup in the morning, RPM at around 1100. Idle later in the day is about 800.

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Like to know what is your RPM on the first startup in the morning.

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Engine noise has changed since I got the car nearly 5 years ago. Anyone with a similar problem?

Thanks.

I see. Thanks.

So looks like my RPM is still OK.

Installed a Jansite car camera in my Preve. Pretty good, much less glare than my previous camera unit. Easier to use too.

Problem is, now my radio reception seems to be poor. Dont know whether it is due to the new camera. Anyone with a similar problem after installing a car camera unit?

Thanks.

P/S Checked the antenna. Shocked to see the black plastic cover breaking up with cracks here and there. Maybe this antenna is the cause of my poor radio reception. It may also be the cause of my GPS map which I have asked SC to check twice in the past. So going to order an antenna from SC. Hopefully that will solve my 2 problems.

This post has been edited by plumberly: Jul 19 2019, 01:54 PM

I know this is Preve forum but hope to drop a question here ...

Is it mandatory to use synthetic oil for Myvi 1.3X? That is what one SC told my sister. Find that shocking. Maybe I am too low tech and not aware of the reason. So ...

Thanks.

The SC insists on using synthetic oil for Myvi 1.3x.

Yes, better smoother ride wit synthetic oil, for the first few weeks.

Like to know who are now changing the engine oil every 12 months. Using conventional or synthetic oil?

My 5 yrs warranty will expire soon. As no more warranty rules to follow, plan to change engine oil every 12 months instead of every 6 months. Plan to use synthetic oil for the 12 months changeout. My mileage is about 10,000 per yr, half of the normal.

Just replaced my battery few weeks ago. My 2nd one failed earlier than my 1st one.

Read that BMW does not keep their battery in the engine compartment. Think that is due to the engine heat which is bad for the battery.

So think of making an aluminium plate to surround that battery to deflect some of the heat. Anyone has tried this before?

All the same original Preve battery Rxxx, forgot the brand now.

P/S The 2nd battery died earlier partly due some problem with the car running the turbo cooling fan non stop.

This post has been edited by plumberly: Sep 20 2019, 09:17 AM

Like to compare how many times do you start your car every day. Mine is about 15 times per day. Too many I think, bad for the battery. Yes, I know the alternator will recharge the battery but the frequent start will eat up the battery life.

P/S I mentioned about the battery life due to the engine heat earlier, Saw a report where they compared average battery life in north, middle and south america. You guess it, those in the northern part have a longest battery life and the ones in southern america have the shortest life.

Mine is the turbo version CFE? Cant remember the name now.

Sorry, I assume there is a smaller fan for the turbo part. let me check.

Like to know how many of Preve owners here have experienced a motor oil leak.

I had mine a few weeks ago, a major one. SC found out that it was the oil transfer hoses. See photo. I cannot find any leak hole there. Leak was major, think the hose clip came off and thus draining out the oil. Anyone with a similar experience here? Cost of repair was >RM200 for the 2 hoses and clips.

My car is 6 years old now. Expected the hoses and clips to last more than just 6 years.


This post has been edited by plumberly: Oct 18 2020, 01:01 PM

Mine is 6 yrs old car but the mileage is only 70k. Things fail but this is out of the norm for me.

Saw a video on cleaning the air throttle to solve the high rpm problem when the motor is idle.

For Preve, this throttle valve is quite far down, hard to get to, right?

Anyone has done that cleaning and the result?

Some water got into my reverse camera lens. Getting blurry images. Now want to replace that camera.

This time, I will put a sealant or tape around the lens ring to avoid water ingress with use.

Thanks.

Cannot close the trunk at the back. Anyone has similar problem?

Checked the bar and clip contact, still aligned OK. Need to replace the whole trunk lock ? Price?

Thanks.

Fixed the problem myself after consulting Dr. Youtube.

Not 100% identical lock but same principle.

There is one moving part that will engage the lock when the lid is pressed down. This part needs some greasing for it to move freely.

Replacing it with a new one is not just a waste of money but also a waste of resources (metal, plastic, etc) while a simple fix can do the job.

Yes, that is the one. There is a latch on the other side. spray oil on the inside and use a small rod / screw driver to move it side way, so that it is easier for it to move.

Good luck!