Daihatsu Copen : gearbox maintenance guide

What makes the Daihatsu Copen so special?

The Daihatsu Copen offers only petrol engines, with power ranging from 64 hp to 87 hp. This power is transmitted is by tractiona logical design choice for this car segment. This means that the energy produced by the engine is distributed to the vehicle's front wheels. to the vehicle's front wheels.

To bridge the gap between these two elements, the Daihatsu Copen can be equipped with different gearboxesdepending on the year of production and the driver's choice. The first-generation Copen offers a five-speed manual or a four-speed automatic gearbox. The second generation features a different optional gearbox: the Super Active Shift CVT. This type of gearbox features continuously variable transmissiontransmission, eliminating the need for a gearshift lever.

How can I best maintain my gearbox and prevent breakdowns?

Good driving habits

There are a number of simple things you can do while driving to protect your gearbox and and delay the onset of problems. If your Daihatsu Copen gearbox is mechanical, you can follow these recommendations:

• Anticipate the road and its obstacles to save you unnecessary manipulation of the clutch pedal and gearshift;
• Avoid sudden downshifts by skipping a large number of gears;
• Do not keep your hand on the gearshift lever when driving. This seemingly innocuous pressure is enough to bring the internal components of the transmission system into contact with each other, thus promoting their deterioration;
• Always shift into neutral for short stops at short stops such as red lights, rather than keeping first gear engaged and the clutch pedal depressed.

If you use an automatic gearbox, day-to-day maintenance is considerably simplified. Avoid engaging another gear (Park or Reverse) when your car is not fully stoppedThis could cause serious damage to the transmission system.

Finally, regularly inspect the ground beneath your Daihatsu Copen to make sure there are there are no oil leaks.

Change gearbox oil regularly

Often confused with engine oil, which has different characteristics, gearbox oil is an essential element in the smooth operation of a gearbox. essential for your car to run smoothly. of your car. It ensures proper lubrication of the entire system, helps dissipate heat generated during driving and cleans certain parts thanks to its its detergent properties.

Over time, the gearbox oil becomes loaded with metal particles and other residues: it becomes inefficient and needs to be changed. and an oil change is required.

Automatic gearboxes require regular oil changes: expect a visit to the garage every 60,000 kilometers travelled or every two years, depending on the first due date. Manual gearboxes are more permissive, and their oil generally doesn't need changing until the 250,000 km mark. Nevertheless, you can always consider an early oil change if you notice that the gearbox oil is abnormally black, or that you hear a crackling noise when you shift gears.

Easy repair in case of breakdown

Despite all your precautions, it's possible for your gearbox to break down. While some problems can be solved by a professional mechanicsome cases of particularly advanced wear require a thorough examination. Your mechanic will then advise you to proceed with a complete replacement of the gearbox.

This can be a costly operation if you opt for a factory-built part, as demand is low and waiting times are long. waiting times are long.

That's why we offer you our reconditioned box service service: completely dismantled, cleaned, inspected and tested, our boxes come with a twelve-month warranty and a price close to the second-hand market. What's more, we take back your old box when the new one is delivered for recycling.

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