Peugeot 107 gearbox maintenance and repair guide

The Peugeot 107 is presented to the general public at the Geneva Motor Show in 2005, then marketed the same year. The car underwent three phases, each of which involved a slight aesthetic restyling restyling and new technical features, including an updated gearbox the gearbox.

How do you maintain it? What good habits should I adopt on a daily basis? What to do in the event of a breakdown? Our experts answer all your questions in this article!

Under the hood of the Peugeot 107: technical specifications

The Peugeot 107 boasts a diesel engine 1.4 L HDi 55 bhp diesel engine, coupled with a manual gearbox gearbox, or a more conventional petrol engine, the 1.0 L VTi, which develops 68 hp. In the latter case, an automatic gearbox is also available as an option.

The transmission system connects the engine to the Peugeot Peugeot gearbox 107. On this vehicle, it is a front-wheel drive This is a logical choice for a small city car. This type of transmission saves fuel, while providing better roadholdingespecially when cornering.

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A healthy gearbox thanks to regular oil changes

Also known as transmission oil, gearbox oil is responsible for the proper lubrication of all gearbox components. Without it, you simply wouldn't be able to shift gears, and your Peugeot 107 wouldn't move!

Gearbox oil also helps to dissipate the heat generated when driving, and its detergent properties clean the transmission system by collecting metal particles and other residues. Over time, this pollution eventually saturate the oilwhich must then be changed.

If you have an automatic gearboxthis operation must be carried out every two years, or after 60,000 kilometers. A manual gearbox is more robust: except in the case of particularly intensive use, oil changes only become essential after 250,000 kilometers. Nevertheless, to drive with peace of mind and be sure of keeping your gearbox in good health, you should change the oil about every five years.

Daily vigilance for early action

A gearbox problem rarely occurs without showing some signs of signs of malfunction. first. If you know how to spot them, you'll be able to deal with them as soon as possible, and prevent the fault from spreading to other system components.

What's more, by being vigilant, you'll be able to precisely describe the symptoms to your mechanic, so that he or she can make a more effective diagnosis. an effective diagnosis. Be aware of warning signs such as :

• The resistance of the clutch pedal or gearshift;
• A gear that skips or refuses to engage;
• Burning smells;
• Vibrations in the cabinespecially in reverse gear;
• Noises of various kinds (squeaks, rattles, squeaks, etc.);
• A slippery or skidding sensation;
• Oil leaks under the vehicle;
• Concerning the automatic gearbox, widespread loss of power. Rely on your impressions: if you feel that acceleration is sluggish or that gearshifts are slower, a malfunction is probably present.

Gearbox repair: simple and complex cases

Only a diagnosis by a a professional mechanic can tell you the exact nature of a breakdown. Most breakdowns are minor and can be repaired directly in the garage, simply by changing a wearing part or the gearbox oil.

On the other hand, in complex cases, the mechanic will have no choice but to declare your gearbox out of order, and will then recommend complete replacement.

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