PEUGEOT 407: Questions and answers

Peugeot 407 2008

I have a Peugeot 407 2008 2.0cc and I feel a vibration when my car shifts from gear 1 to gear 2. Can anyone advise? Also how many rounds per minute (rpm) should I get when I turn it on before moving?

Peugeot 407 2005

My Peugeot 407 is oozing oil/lubricant from the cap of the power steering unit. The Peugeot dealers diagnosed a faulty steering rack at an exorbitant cost. I had the job done at the local garage at one third of the price. However, there is still lubricant oozing from the top of the unit and the steering is not as light as it should be and on occasions becomes heavy. My mechanic is baffled, but someone else advised to check a two way valve leading from the power steering unit to rack which may be faulty. Any advice please?

Peugeot 407 2006

I have replaced the engine and turbo in 407 HDI (I used a fuel pump and injectors from my old engine) and am thinking about them being coded. I am having trouble starting it, fuel is being dispensed and it is trying to fire but it’s as if something is telling the engine not to start. Can anyone help point me in the right direction?

Peugeot 407 2004

Hi, since I bought my Peugeot 407, every now and then the fan starts up, I guess to cool the engine. But then, even after switching off engine the fan keeps going for even about 8 minutes (sometimes makes me blush). I have always been told that this is normal, but I can never believe that. What is your opinion? Thanks. (1.6 HDi)

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It is in fact quite normal for a fan to run after engine has stopped, it will run for as long as it takes to cool the engine to a predefined temp. 8 mins does seem excessive, but if you live in a hot climate this could be the reason why. Nothing to worry about, honest. However if it does it on a really cool day there may be a problem, but I suspect not - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2004

My Peugeot 407 starts then drives good but then it dies and won’t start again. I did put new batteries in the keys and we did reset the car. We found a sabertek near the computer with a loose cable - can it be the problem? When the car starts it drives good, engine sounds good and then it dies. or when you turn the car off it wont start. Please help.

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Had same problem. The car drives ok then the revs drop to zero and the engine cuts out. I changed the cam shaft sensor on top of the engine drivers side, grey in colour - Terry Miller from Wales

Peugeot 407 2007

What other type of engine and transmission can replace the original Peugeot 407 engine? Does not necessarily have to be Peugeot engine.

Peugeot 407 2006

Can I replace the engine in my 2006 Peugeot 407 1.6 hdi 110bhp with the 2010 engine of same spec from a Ford Focus? Both have the depollution systems. I would appreciate a quick response.

Peugeot 407 2005

The air conditioning blower fan of my Peugeot 407 doesn’t work when the knob switch is turned on. The motor itself works when direct dc12v is applied to it. I suspect the small electronic circuit, mounted on it to be faulty. What to do?

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Hi, it’s me, Rashid! Infact the problem was a faulty relay doing the switching. It is found in the engine compartment behind the battery. In the fuse box. It is found under the first block with fuses; a bolt of 12mm holding a +12volts thick cable. Which must be unscrewed then that fuse block can be removed. Unfortunately those relays found ther are all moulded in glue. So impossible to replace it but What I did is that I bypassed that supply by cutting its cable at the plug going to the blower fan and another +12volts supply wire was taken from the fuse bus bar found in the fuse block in the glove box. Taken from a 40 amps fuse. Another mini toggle switch was installed supplying a new 35amps relay which now does the switching of the blower fan. Whilst the variable speed controller knob was still in service. That’s it. And I sweat for that. And I kept the 2nd hand blower fan I ordered from London - Rashid peersaib from england

Peugeot 407 2005

I have had serious starting problems with this motor for past couple of weeks! Seems sometimes OK then even after running until normal temperature and only stopping for a few minutes car will not start! Today started OK but now running very rough like it’s only on 3 cylinders! Help! Any ideas as to where to start fault finding would be grateful. The other night I had more or less flattened my battery but fortunately was on a steep incline and managed to bump start in 2nd gear! (SE)

Peugeot 407 2004

I’ve put antifreeze in but now my car won’t start at all. What might I have done wrong?

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The question needs to be asked first. Where did you put the antifreeze? - Rene Lasser from Australia

Nothing should have gone wrong if you put the anti-freeze in the radiator (via a reservoir tank) - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2004

I had the engine changed. After 24 hours the vehicle would not start at all. Only I was seeing thick smoke between the turbo and cat box, whenever I try to crank it. I’ve tried to prime it, but to no solution. I was told by the garage that changed the engine, that one of my injectors, number 3, was not good but still the car was driving. What could be the problem? Thanks. (1.6 hdi)

Peugeot 407 2006

Hi. I need to change the glow plugs on my 407 HDi. It’s 2006 and could someone tell me where they are located? - a picture would help, can anyone help?

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They are not easy to get to but they are at the back of the engine, it’s easier to see them with a mirror - Jason Carlyon-Smith from England

Peugeot 407 2004

Hi, OK long story short. I locked my car using the central locking, came back and now can’t get back in. Anybody any suggestions as to what I should do now?

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Use the key in the door. If alarm sounds when door opened (it shouldn’t) start car to silence it - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2005

Is there an outside temperature display on the Peugeot 407? And if so, how do I find it? Thanks. (Estate Xline)

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The temperature displayed on the LCD display (top left I believe) IS the outside temperature - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2005

The climate control seems to only be working properly on the passengers side. On auto settings hot air is coming from the passenger side and cool from the drivers. This is also the case when I set it manually to max for both sides. Are there separate heaters for each side or separate fuses? Or is this a bigger problem?

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I had the same problem with my 57 plate 407 sport when I had it 18 months ago. It was still under guarantee. Robins and day in Glasgow had to fit a "heater repair kit". Not an expensive part but they said it was two days labour as the whole dash has to come out to fit the part. Hot air at the passenger side and only cold air at the drivers side - Jim Mitchell from Lanarkshire

Peugeot 407 2000

My 406 W Reg diesel Peugeot Estate has started steaming up as soon as the engine starts, and nothing helps. I have tried having the heater on full, does anyone think the aircon needs charging? Or might there be another cause? (406 diesel estate)

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Try changing the cabin filter, this has got damp - John Green from Caerphilly

Peugeot 407 2005

How many gear transmission does a Peugeot 407 have? Is the 6-gear transmission standard with all 407 models?

Peugeot 407 2009

What do I need to do next after I have reset the service indicator and the spanner still appears?

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Generally the spanner is ’turned off’ by the mechanics after they service the car. Not sure how you reset the service indicator yourself, but the spanner will disappear after a service - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

To reset press tripometer button keep pressed then turn on ignition so dash board lights come on then it will show a -10 counting down to 0 then remove your finger off trip button job done - Terry Miller from Cardiff

Peugeot 407 2005

Where is the position of the sensor for the boot light and boot open indication on a Peugeot 407?

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The sensor, I believe is in the locking mechanism itself. The warning light will be on the central LCD display. If you drive off with the boot open, you will hear a beep and the display will change to red, and BOOT OPEN will be shown, with a symbol of the car showing the boot open - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2011

Hi, I noticed this morning that my Peugeot 407 hdi diesel 2-litre, was struggling at 2000 revs - what can this be? When I am past 2000 revs it’s fine - can there be dirt in the petrol tank?

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Most likely, it’s either your spark plugs or fuel pump - Anton Pug from South Africa

Your car is diesel and you have a petrol tank! - Al Cull from Ireland

Not spark plugs as diesel does not have spark plugs, my guess is dirt in the fuel line somewhere - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2005

My 2-litre Peugeot 407 keeps losing power, like it’s going into safe mode. If I stop and turn the car off and on again it’s back to normal, but this will happen three or four times on a long journey. My first thoughts are bad fuel or that the turbo is on its way out. Has any one else experienced this or got any idea on the problem?

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EGR - Choukri Kayal from France

Peugeot 407 2006

Hi, I had my Peugeot 407 diesel serviced last week and they said the exhaust is blowing a bit from where it meets the turbo. Does anyone have any idea of the cost to repair it? Can it damage the turbo if I leave it?

Peugeot 407 2005

Hopefully a simple question for any Peugeot enthusiast! I want to drain down part of my coolant system to replenish my antifreeze. How do I do it without the possibility of causing an airlock?

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Peugeot came up with an awesome idea to not do exactly what you don’t want to happen. 1) put in new antifreeze 2) start the car 3) open the air release valve (I think all cars should come with this makes life so much easier). It’s located behind the engine block, you can see it if you stand right in front of the car and lean in to the bonnet. It looks like little knob on a rubber pipe. Unscrew and keep pouring more water and antifreeze until you only see the solution coming out and no air! 4) close air release valve - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 407 2005

The display on my Peugeot 407 keeps telling me that the indicator bulb is faulty when this is not the case. Does anyone know how I might fix this?

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This is a common fault. I have two 407, one a 2.2st and the other a 2. comfort, both cars had same issue. This is a factory issue and the latest models’ tailgates come already changed. What you need to do is run an extra ground wire from the tailgate board to the body of the vehicle? If you go to www.peugeotclub.co.za, I can show you pictures if need be. Alias Spetsnazss - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 407 2006

I have an airbag light fault on my Peugeot 407. The code that comes up is u36c2. What does this mean because I can’t find any answers. Is there anyone that can resolve this for me because I have looked everywhere and just can’t seem to sort it out. Thanks in advance.

Peugeot 407 2007

The low tyre pressure warning light keeps coming on. Tyres have been checked and all have the correct pressure - has anyone else experienced this?

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Okay, I have the same issue. It could be three possible things. 1) After rotating wheels, the sensors are not correctly adjusted to which tire is on which. 2) A very small tire pressure leek and sensors cant reset properly. 3) Faulty sensor in one of the tyres - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 407 2006

How hard is it to fit high pressure switch fuel 1? (1.6)

Peugeot 407

I have a problem with oil leaks. I have been 3 times to east rand Peugeot dealer in Boxkburg and it seems they don’t know what is happening, they have been experimenting on my car putting parts a.t.c and taking them out. Yesterday for example, they phone me for autorising new prising for cylinder head gaskets. Why such a big job and how come now? Then they come up with story that is done and it was just some sensor seal and is done. They washed and gave me back, then I took it for a good drive. It warmed nicely but just the same old story, the car still leaks terribly and when gets hot, smells of burning oil and smokes around the front of the car smoke comes from the radiator area,and the badge. Looks like fog when I stop at traffic lights at night. Any information for proper diagnoses? I don’t know where else I can go but Peugeot dealers. This is going crazy and I am losing the trust. petkovsasha@hotmail.com or petkovsasha@gmail.com

Peugeot 407 2007

Hi, can anyone tell me how to change clock to read miles instead of km as I wish to import my car from Ireland to UK? Many thanks.

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The option is under display configurations - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 407

I started with looking at the fan as it seemed to have stopped hence engine temp into red and stop light coming on after maybe 20 min drive. Having tried to override fan relays with no luck and checking fuses and relays, on connecting tester to negative side of battery,which required loosening, the alarm was set off. After turning this off, the car would no longer start and hasn’t done since (three days now), please help as am desperate to get it running again and have tried numerous ideas to no avail, thanks.

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Try the following. There is a factory fuse that can reset all settings to default. It’s a grey fuse located in the cubby fuse box. 1) disconnect the fuse 2) unplug the battery 3) reconnect the fuse 4) plug the battery back in but be careful as to remember the grey fuse position it can go in two ways one user mode 2 factory mode do not connect battery with factory mode on! Make sure you plug it in the same way you found it - Anton Pug from South Africa

Peugeot 407 2004

What are the major auto parts required to change a right hand drive Peugeot 407 to a left hand drive? Please list the various materials needed. Thanks.

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Dashboard and steering. In fact the 407 is the easiest conversion car ever seen. It was done in 2 hrs - Babs Bas from Nigeria

Peugeot 407 2005

What software do I need to turn on items when greyed out, in the car’s options menu? e.g. central door locking when the car is moving.

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My rear boot did not function - Kuok Kiang Wong from Malaysia

Peugeot 407 2005

Does six speed mean six forward gears? (hdi se diesel)

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Yes - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2005

How do I open the boot from inside when key or button is not working? Thanks in advance!

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Press the zero in 407 on the boot lid. You must also have selected ’deactivate permanent boot locking’ on your console menu - Reuben Alldridge from England

From the INSIDE I’m not sure you can, but as mentioned the 0 in 407 is the button on the outside - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Sounds like the wires are damaged. Gain access through rear seats, remove boot lid cover to locate damaged wire then remove boot’s passenger side panel locate damaged wire run a spare piece of wire between damaged wire to make conection and you should be able to open boot. You should then make a more permanent repair. This is common fault, good luck - Terry from Cardiff

Peugeot 407 2005

How do I open boot from inside when key or button not working?

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Access the boot by rear seats then remove cover on boot lid to gain access to boot wire loom, locate broken wires then remove boot side panel passenger side, locate wire loom, find damaged cable, use a spare piece of cable to connect damaged cable, release the boot and then do a more permanent repair. This is a very common fault - Terry Miller from Cardiff

Peugeot 407 2006

When I try to engage the clutch on my car to move it, the car stalls. Why?

Peugeot 407 2009

My Peugeot 407 doors won’t open using remote control or using key. Please help!

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Not really got the answer, but have you tried replacing the battery in the key fob, or maybe press the boot open button on the key fob, which will unlock all doors - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2007

Why has my Peugeot 407 gone into economy mode? (Diesel Estate)

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I think your particle filter may need to be changed - Stu Mack from Fife and Kinross Shires

Peugeot 407 2005

Where do you put the particulate additive oil? Can you tell me where the filler is please?

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It’s in a tiny tank beside your fuel tank. It must be taken to a dealer unless you want to strip half the car. Sorry - Stu Mack from Fife and Kinross Shires

Peugeot 407 2004

I have a Peugeot 407 54 plate. The battery went flat. It has now been recharged but the door lock central button inside keeps flashing when I lock the car. Any ideas. (Exclusive)

Peugeot 407 2004

My Peugeot won’t go into fourth gear. All the other gears are fine. Anybody any ideas?

Peugeot 407 2004

I replaced my car battery and now the stereo won’t work. Can anyone help? (2.0 hdi)

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As far as I know, there is no code needed as there is no way to input one (I don’t think so anyway). This is a silly question, but you have pushed the volume switch to turn it on haven’t you? Many people leave the stereo on to turn on/off when ignition is turned on/off. If you change battery the setting will be lost and you have to push the volume button to turn the stereo on - Steve M from Neath Port Talbot

Peugeot 407 2005

Hi, when starting my car up the ABS/ESP warning lights come on. Has anyone any ideas?

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Hi. Yes, it’s the front or rear abs sensors. Only by having them tested at Peugeot can you find out which, they are about £35 each but lookout if it’s the rear because it means dropping the fuel tank! They will say that if this is the case then get them both done. About half an hour for the front ones so about £70, but rear about half a day and £130-£140. Good Luck! Mike Trivett from England

Peugeot 407 2006

How do I replace the bulb on the auto gear selector?

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I was informed that there is no bulb for that section (the litle display by the gear lever). If you tell me there was once a light and now it has gone, I shall make it my mission to find it! - Anton Pug from South Africa