What causes a Peugeot 407 to lose power?
The engine revs fluctuate around 200 RPM at various car speeds whilst driving, for example if you are maintaining 30 MPH… Friend had my car and it lost power and cut out on motorway he got AAout and they said it was starter motor .
What kind of ABS does a Peugeot 407 have?
I bought my 2005 407 2.0 HDi 136 SW (39k miles, full dealer service history) from a Peugeot dealer last week. It too has the ABS\ESP warning message which the dealer mentioned just before I took it out for a spin.
What to do if your Peugeot 407 clutch fails?
You can try taking the car out onto the motorway, or onto an a-road and driving the car at 2500 rpm for about 10-15 minutes, in order to allow the PEF to get hot enough to burn off these unwanted particles. This should solve the problem. It is known on these cars for the clutch to fail early.
Is there an ABS / ESP fault in a 407?
So, to the point of my post. I have noticed through a quick scan of this and other forums that abs / esp sensor faults are fairly common in 407’s and even 307’s. By itself this is annoying at best but downright dangerous at worst, especially if the driver of the car has no experience of non abs cars or the use of cadence braking.
What was the problem with my Peugeot 407?
The electric windows would not open properly, repeated pushing of the button was required to make windows go up or down. The tailgate would not open at all (my dog had to exit through the back seats!).
I bought my 2005 407 2.0 HDi 136 SW (39k miles, full dealer service history) from a Peugeot dealer last week. It too has the ABS\\ESP warning message which the dealer mentioned just before I took it out for a spin.
So, to the point of my post. I have noticed through a quick scan of this and other forums that abs / esp sensor faults are fairly common in 407’s and even 307’s. By itself this is annoying at best but downright dangerous at worst, especially if the driver of the car has no experience of non abs cars or the use of cadence braking.
Why are my window wipers not working on my Peugeot 407?
When the door is unlocked, or the door is left open, the window wipers turn on. This affects a lot of 407s, especially older models. It’s because the wiper motor is prone to degrade quickly. You can order a replacement from our 407 parts page and install it in under two minutes.
What causes a fuse to blow on a Peugeot 407?
The fuse has blown. Fuse box / relay plate in engine compartment. CAUSE – Insufficient allowable fuse load. REPAIR – Inspect the starter electrical wiring for damage and repair if necessary. Replace fuse F8 (15A) in the fuse box / relay board in engine compartment 1 with fuse 25A.
Where is the Allen bolt on a Peugeot 407?
Now and again for a few seconds the red engine temperature warning light comes on and the temperature gauge shoots to th… Bottom rear right bolt? Other posts say there is an allen bolt to undo but i cant find it.
The engine revs fluctuate around 200 RPM at various car speeds whilst driving, for example if you are maintaining 30 MPH… Friend had my car and it lost power and cut out on motorway he got AAout and they said it was starter motor .
Is there a diesel engine in a Peugeot 407?
RENAULT doesn’t market a diesel engine here, so rule that out. You could consider a VW Golf diesel. Both the Peugeot and VW diesels are well built, reliable and economical so that would probably be the best overall option.
You can try taking the car out onto the motorway, or onto an a-road and driving the car at 2500 rpm for about 10-15 minutes, in order to allow the PEF to get hot enough to burn off these unwanted particles. This should solve the problem. It is known on these cars for the clutch to fail early.
Why does my Peugeot 407 make a whistling sound?
Your turbocharger has dropped power levels. Sometimes, this will be accompanied by a whistling sound as you drive. This will be a damaged turbocharger intake pipe. Get up close to it and check for cracks and holes. If the damage is minor, then you may be able to get away with making a repair with some glue.
Which is better Peugeot 407 or Peugeot 2.0?
Click to expand… The 1.6 is a far better engine than the 2.0, though depends on the spec. The 90hp 1.6 is dead in a Focus, but the 110hp goes quite well – not much difference in a Focus to the 136hp 2.0. Lighter engine make them handle a bit better. Wouldn’t fancy the 1.6 in anything bigger than a Focus.
Is the Toyota Corolla 407 good for long runs?
If you check some of the forums you’ll get an idea of the problems they encounter, but be aware the forums only show the bad points, I moved from a 406 to a 407 and the handling is a huge improvement, the comfort levels are great and the MPG isn’t too bad, I’ve managed 40mpg this week on mostly short runs.
What does a check engine light mean on a Peugeot 407?
A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 2005 Peugeot 407. In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
Are there any problems with the Peugeot 407 HDI?
We’ve heard only isolated reports of trouble with the HDi models and most will have been dealt with under warranty by the time they hit the used market. However, watch out for diesels that rev roughly or are lumpy at idle. Problems with the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve, a sticky throttle and faulty injectors may be to blame.
What causes a Peugeot 407 to blow out at idle?
However, watch out for diesels that rev roughly or are lumpy at idle. Problems with the exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve, a sticky throttle and faulty injectors may be to blame. Blown turbos aren’t unknown, either.
Which is better a Peugeot 407 or Mondeo?
And the other cars were equally robust.My 407 is a much much more reliable than a 6.5 k Mondeo I once owned which at 130 k miles broke down 3 times and was nearly always in the garage! I had an early model 407 1.6 hdi sw as a company motor. Gave no trouble at all in the 110k that I drove it.