I'm looking forward to get a used Peugeot 408 1.6THP or 2.0 NA.

I found that some people are spending average of rm5k to 10k every year to maintain a Peugeot. Is it because the parts are expensive when source locally? Or is it because the same parts keep failing? Or it is because parts replacement are too labor intensive? Or it just because service center charges cost a bomb?

I have been reading the thread for hours and seems like only some parts are prone to fail:
1) aircon compressor
2) cooling coil. Parts is cheap but removing dashboard just to access it is no fun.
3)tubo valve replacement.
4)turbo kit, seems problematic on 3008 and 308,does it happen to 408 as well?
5) high pressure fuel pump (already in enhancement program so should be no problem anymore, right?)
6) sensors (abs, water temp and etc.)

Anything I miss out here? Would really appreciate any honest clarification.


This post has been edited by therain01: Jan 3 2018, 05:42 PM

Thanks for the information. Can I know if one still able to enjoy the extended 2 years warranty (5+2) in case if the previous warranty is not valid anymore? let say a 5 years old car, but owner stoped sending the car to SC 3 years after owning the car.

Other than turbo kits and high pressure fuel pump are much more expensive, I find other prone to fail parts are pretty cheap. Unless those tiny parts keep failing after replacement, otherwise it does not really cost much to keep. Oh, maybe cooling coil might be an issue, labor cost is higher than the part.

I'm considering the 2.0 version is mainly dues to the turbo kit and high pressure fuel pump. If these 2 could last for years, then I guess the 1.6 thp is a winner over 2.0 NA.

Extra 2 years warranty is given even though ex owner does not service the car in SC? That's interesting and tempting.

Guess I will start to look for a unit. I was thinking to get one with full service record but since the extra 2 years warranty is given to car which the warranty was void, then service record is not a must then. Thank you very much for letting me know.

Speak of the 6 speed AT, does it share the same transmission with Peugeot 308 turbo? I remember I read somewhere 308 has transmission issue. Any idea?

Noted with thanks. I will probably hunt for 2012 or 2013 car so should be safe.

Yeah indeed why fix it when it is working fine.

You sure did your homework on continental car. Thumbs up.

Thanks you very much for clearing my doubt. Really appreciate that.

Can I know did you get the ABS error code from service center? How much do they charge each time they plug in for fault code?

OH Alright. I thought you check the car in SC and buy your own parts and do it outside.

Thanks for replying.

If anyone is going to sell their Peugeot 408 2.0 to used car dealer please drop me a PM as I'm still looking for a unit.

BTW, can I know how much does it cost to recover 408 car key if owner lost all his keys? Would really appreciate if anyone experienced it could share some lights.

Thanks for the information. Can I know when you get a replacement key does it mean you lost all your keys and code, and that only cost rm700? Thought I read somewhere they will need to reflush the ECU and that cost thousands.

Thank you very much for the detailed information. Really appreciate that. Guess I will call Geot Auto PJ directly. I might probably need their service and confirmation later.

1 week waiting time for the key, guess they don't keep the stock locally. My only concern is actually the immobilizer. The ignition + door lockset + 2 remote control cost less than rm400 only.

Hi is me again. I call up PJ Geotauto the spare part department told me is rm700 but they couldn't confirm how soon will the key ready. I call up Peugeot KD service advisor told me rm1000+ but need to wait 2 to 3 months for the key.

Can I know when you get the replacement key do you need to provide the backup key or they could duplicate/remake the key without any backup key?

This post has been edited by therain01: Mar 21 2018, 09:20 PM

Wow thanks you very much for all the details.

2. FYI, all the key are with unique key code. Does that mean all the key has to come with transponder right? Reason being the KD service advisor told me I could bring my own empty key but I'm not sure if I should buy transponder together.

Edit h I just realized the transponder is soldered on the remote control PCB.

I couldn't get service advisor at PJ Geotauto as no one picking up the call when transferring call. The KD service advisor sounds like rushing so I did not spend much time talking on the phone. Might as well pay a visit to the service center but not sure how would they treat walk in.

This post has been edited by therain01: Mar 21 2018, 11:24 PM

Hi. I could use some help to clarify few information about Peugeot 408 car key.

1. Can I know what is the number written at the side of your car key. Is it CE 0536 or CE 0523. Please refer to first picture.
2. Can I know if there is groove line over the car key blade?

This post has been edited by therain01: Mar 22 2018, 06:10 PM


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Thank you very much for the fast reply. The information help me alot to check if I should order the key, C91 key code cracking, and PP2000 OBD2 reader.

I went to Peugeot KD just now to check if they could give me the key pattern and key code but service advisor wouldn't know. They told me they will pass the case to Peugeot Glenmarie even If I'm ordering the key from Peugeot KD. Guess I will go to Peugeot Glenmarie to try my luck then PJ Geotauto if not avail.

Thanks again.

Well it is the same thing with honda Malaysia. Last time my Honda city idsi CVT transmission acting up and they won't honor the warranty. Maybe... It's Honda Malaysia.

Frankly speaking the price from used car dealer is not really like what you have seen in advertisement. A 2012 unit could easily cost about rm30K after their so called processing fee. I can hardly find any used car dealer/sales agent who don't "imposed" extra Rm2000 to 5000 so called processing fees unless the price they advertised is above "average".

Another thing is the year made. Normally they would advertise the car as 1 or 2 years newer according to car condition and price offered. Of course there are still some unit with real year made. I have seen a 408 advertised by a few company at different year made. When asked why the year made is not as advertised many will say ads was handled and updated by third party. Honost one would say they just want to attract people.

Edit:take note that processing fees might or might not include name change, inspection, and so forth which cost couple of hundreds. Road tax and insurance will never be included as processing fee.

This post has been edited by therain01: Mar 24 2018, 01:27 AM

Yeah indeed normally private sellers are selling same or slightly lower price compared with used car dealer. Pros is without processing fee.

I bought a 2016 1.6 thp. Now pending for puspapkom inspection before proceed with full payment. I remember I read that 2016 car will not be able to enjoy the extended 2 years warranty right?

Alright thanks. Just to double check before I get the confirmation from Peugeot official. Guess I will just send the car to Peugeot service center for the first 3 years then. Heard the claim on their 4th and 5th year warranty is a pain. I already used to DIY anything within my reach for example brakes job, service item replacement, hoses, and etc. I'm kinda new to this engine so might need to explore a little bit more, for example I can't find transmission dipstick, I could only find a torx bolt which is very likely for refill.

BTW, can anyone tell me if there is car paint color code at the pillar or at engine bay? I have yet to collect my car so can't check. Will need to order spray paint to cover some minor scratches ASAP.
Edit: nvm I am able to obtain the color code by calling Peugeot care line.

This post has been edited by therain01: Mar 26 2018, 02:22 PM

Yeah indeed most of them are 2012 for 408T and 2013 for 408 2.0. Anyway if you search hard enough you still can find some 2014 and 2016. Few of the 2014 I have checked does not necessary seems better condition than 2012 car though.

At that price it is probably just polish only without any coating. A proper opti coat does not comes cheap. I do found another cheaper solution though. I did wet sanding on the headlight of my another car with 2000 grit sand paper then finish with 2k clear coat. The car has been a year under the sun and the headlight does not seems turn yellowish just yet.