Peugeot 408

The Peugeot 408 debuted in 2010. The same year, sales started in China, and a year later in Latin America. The model reached Russia in 2012. Small-knot assembly was organized near Kaluga at a joint venture of PSA Peugeot, Citroen and Mitsubishi Motors. Peugeot 408 is based on the station wagon Peugeot 308, produced since 2007. They share a common PF2 platform and unification in many details. However, compared to the 308th, the wheelbase increased by 100 mm, and the total length of the sedan reached 4.7 m. As a result, space in the legs of the rear passengers was added, and the volume of the luggage compartment was 560 liters. And, in the underground there was a place for a full-size spare. No one has that much space in the cabin and trunk in this segment. The sedan is setting records under the bottom. The ground clearance under the protection of the crankcase is 175 mm. This was achieved by using thicker springs in the cross section and adding another turn. The clearance was even more than that of some crossovers. The Peugeot 408 was introduced in three trim levels. The basic version included: ABS with brake force distribution, two front airbags, electric drive and heated exterior mirrors, central lock and metal crankcase protection. The air conditioning and audio system required a fee. In the summer of 2017, the 408th experienced a restyling. Major changes affected the front of the car. However, the result of facelift is controversial. The back has remained the same, as has the interior (excluding the new 7-inch touchscreen on the center console). The EuroNCAP Peugeot 408 did not participate in the crash test. It remains to take into account five stars of the “ancestor” – Peugeot 308 and the rating “excellent” in the Chinese C-NCAP rating. However, unlike the 308th, the curtains of the sedan are not available in any of the configurations.

Engines

The French sedan was available with petrol engines and a single turbodiesel. The base was a gasoline 1. 6 with a capacity of 110 hp, marked with the TU5JP4 index. Along with it, more modern engines with a volume of 1.6 liters were offered - atmospheric (120 hp) and turbocharged THP (150 hp). Both units are developed in conjunction with BMW and belong to the Prince series. The base TU5 is a veteran of a very reliable design, dating back to the mid-80s. In 2014, it was replaced by an upgraded version of the EC5, supplemented by a system of changing the gas distribution phases. As a result, the power increased to 115 liters. from. The drive of both engines is a belt. It should be changed after 100,000 km of mileage (10-11 thousand rubles with work). After 50-100 thousand km, the thermostat can jam or leak (from 700 rubles per analog). The Franco-German alliance was a failure. What the atmospheric EP6C, that turbocharged EP6CDT engine gave owners a lot of worries. Both units have a chain drive valve timing, designed for the entire life of the engine. But in fact, the chain had to be changed after 60-100 thousand km. The new set of fuel for 1. 6 THP will cost 14,000 rubles, and the replacement work - 7000 rubles. For atmospheric EP6C, a set of spare parts is cheaper - from 6000 rubles. Another common weakness is the thermostat, which was updated after 100,000 km (from 4000 rubles per analog). Soon could leak the coolant pump (from 1200 rubles). After 50-100,000 km, oil leaks were often dealt with.

Transmission

ICD 5 + 1. 6 (110 hp and 115 hp), 1. 6 HDi (112 hp)

Automatic transmission 4 (AT8) + 1. 6 (120 hp) / until 07.2017

Automatic transmission 6 (Aisin) + 1. 6 (150 hp, 115 hp / since 06.2017)

The manual transmission is reliable. Clutch usually serves more than 100-150 thousand km. But sometimes it had to be changed earlier due to premature wear of the squeeze bearing, directing the hubs of the primary shaft and fork. The replacement work is estimated at 6000 rubles. A new clutch set for a gasoline engine costs 6000 rubles, and for a diesel one - 12,000 rubles. After 100,000 km in some cases, it was possible to change the working (1500 rubles) or the main clutch cylinder (2600 rubles). The new 4-speed AT-8 was based on the design of the well-known AL4. The units were redesigned and a hydrotransformer of ZF was installed. The modernization has been successful. In any case, there is no mention of an early bulkhead. However, owners continued to complain about tremors during the switching. Therefore, as before, it was necessary to change the electromagnetic valves at a distance of 60-120 thousand km (2 solenoid for 1600 rubles plus 3000 rubles for work). Others decided to stretch the bolts of the hydroblock, which were weakened. Some owners had to face the leak of the oil gland of the hydraulic transformer. 6-speed Aisin AT6III, expectedly, was more resistant. There were no incidents with him. Eventually, after the facelift in the summer of 2017, the manufacturer abandoned the use of the AT8 in favor of the Japanese box.

Walking

The suspension of the Peugeot 408 has a classic scheme: Macpherson struts in the front and a semi-dependent beam at the rear. An electrohydraulic amplifier is used in steering.

Despite the relatively high ground clearance, the sedan does not scare with rolling and is quite accurate in corners. But the rolls are still noticeable. But the energy intensity and suspension moves allow you not to be afraid of roads on the periphery.

The front step bearings wear out after 60-100 thousand km. The analogue is available for 600 rubles, and for work in the service will ask about 1000 rubles.

The same amount will serve front shock absorbers with supports (from 1500 and 300 rubles for an analogue, respectively), and rear pillars - more than 100-150 thousand km (from 1000 rubles for an analogue).

Soon comes the turn of Silentblocks front levers (from 200 rubles for an analog). The Silenblocks of the back beam usually last much longer. But ball supports are surrendered in the area of 50-100 thousand km (from 300 rubles for an analogue plus 600 rubles for work).

The steering rack can leak or knock after 120-150 thousand km. Repair of the reiki will cost 10-13 thousand rubles, and for a new rack will ask at least 17 000 rubles.

After 150 000 km, you have to change the parking brake cables (500-1000 rubles). The protective anther breaks, moisture gets inside, and the cables wedge in the cold.

Body and salon

The body iron of the Peugeot 408 is well protected from corrosion. What rust does not exactly threaten, is the front wings, which are made of plastic.

Often, owners had to eliminate the spontaneous destruction of the plastic of the upper mounting of the headlight. The cost of the remake kit is 1700-2200 rubles.

Over time, the wiring inside the protective corrugated corrugation connecting the body and the trunk lid is interrupted. As a result, the trunk lock stops working, and the lights on the lid go out.

Failure to drain from the back doors leads to contamination of drainage and accumulation inside the water. Bypassing 50-100 thousand km, door opening limiters begin to click (1000-2000 rubles).

By this time, there are traces of wear on the steering wheel - the skin and chrome on the inserts are wiped. The steering wheel can be remade for 3-5 thousand rubles.

Other problems and malfunctions

After 100-150 thousand km, the overtaking clutch of the generator (2400 rubles) can fail, and after 200,000 km the generator itself (21,000 rubles).

At the end of 100,000 km, direction indicators will occasionally cease to be activated. You will need to disassemble and clean the contacts of the steering switch.

A little later, the heater can also bring up (5-7 thousand rubles). Due to clogged channels, the efficiency of the heater decreases. Some people can resuscitate the radiator after washing.

Engines

• It should be changed after 100,000 km of mileage (10-11 thousand rubles with work).
• km thermostat can jam or leak (from 700 rubles per analogue).
• Soon could leak the coolant pump (from 1200 rubles).
• RUB - for repairs, or 33,000 rubles - a new TNVD.
• The electromagnetic valve of gas distribution (from 2000 rubles) periodically began to fail.
• Its replacement is prescribed after 180,000 km, but mechanics recommend updating the belt after 100-120 thousand km.
• Turbodiesel is among the problems-free and easily reaches without the first serious costs up to 250-350 thousand km.
• The supports of any of the power units Peugeot 408 can end after 60-100 thousand km – there is a knock and vibration.

Transmission

• But sometimes it had to be changed earlier due to premature wear of the squeeze bearing, directing the hubs of the primary shaft and fork.
• Therefore, as before, it was necessary to change the electromagnetic valves in the interval of 60-120 thousand.
• Some owners had to face the leak of the hydrotransformer.
• Eventually, after the facelift in the summer of 2017, the manufacturer abandoned the use of the AT8 in favor of the Japanese box.

Walking

• The steering rack can leak or knock after 120-150 thousand km. Repair of the reiki will cost 10-13 thousand.

Body and salon

• The body iron of the Peugeot 408 is well protected from corrosion.
• What rust does not exactly threaten, is the front wings, which are made of plastic.
• As a result, the trunk lock stops working, and the lights on the lid go out.
• By this time, there are traces of wear on the steering wheel - the skin and chrome on the inserts are wiped.

In terms of reliability, the Peugeot 408 turned out to be ambiguous. Without a doubt, you should avoid pre-restyling models with engines of the Prince family. Almost carefree operation is guaranteed only by variations with the engines of the PSA concern's own development, both gasoline and diesel. Therefore, if you need a machine, it is better to look at the restyled versions.

• Engines: km thermostat can jam or leak (from 700 rubles per analog).
• Transmission: But sometimes it had to be changed earlier due to premature wear of the squeezable bearing guiding the hubs of the primary shaft and fork.
• Driving: The steering rack can leak or knock after 120-150 thousand km. Repair of the reiki will cost 10-13 thousand.
• Body and interior: Body iron Peugeot 408 is well protected from corrosion.
• Other problems and malfunctions: After 100-150 thousand

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