Produced in almost three million units, the Peugeot 208 is one of French automotive landscape. In 2019, it's even the best-selling car best-selling car model in Franceovertaking its long-standing rival, the Renault Clio 4.
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Gearbox broken? We help you identify and order your model
Both comfortable and quietthe Peugeot 208 is no less dynamic and dynamic and reliable. Unfortunately, some components wear out prematurely. The gearbox, renowned for its solidity, is one such component. EDEN BOITES will help you repair it easily in the event of a problem.
How to prevent and identify gearbox breakdowns
Features of the Peugeot 208
Over its two generations and multiple trim levels, the Peugeot 208 has only one only one transmission modeThis is by traction. This means that the vehicle's front wheels are driven, unlike a 4×4, where the power supplied by the engine is transmitted to all wheels.
The first version of the vehicle is available with a petrol engine (such as the 1.2L PureTech 110 hp) or a diesel engine (such as the 1.6L BlueHDi 120 hp). With the second generation, the range has been enhanced with hybrid and electric engines.
As for the gearboxes available for a Peugeot 208, the manual version offers five or six gears, in both conventional mechanical and clutchless robotized versions, while automatic gearboxes range from six speeds with the e-DCS6 to eight speeds (EAT8).
The right reflexes to adopt for a longer service life
There are several driving habits you can adopt to to protect your manual gearbox and prolong its life. Avoid keeping your hand on the gearshift lever: the pressure exerted can prematurely wear out the cogs in your transmission.
In the same way, you should in neutral during frequent stops (at traffic lights or in traffic (at traffic lights or in traffic jams) to avoid keeping the clutch pedal depressed. When downshifting, you should also don't skip gearswhenever possible.
If your Peugeot 208 gearbox is automatic, day-to-day maintenance is simplified as you don't need a clutch pedal. In this case, the golden rule is never to change gear (Park or Neutral) while the car is still moving.
Identifying gearbox problems
A gearbox problem can manifest itself in many different ways. By paying attention to the signs, you'll be able to identify the source more easily:
- Whistling noises as the engine revs up are usually synonymous with bearing wear ;
- Unusual noises during acceleration or engine braking indicate differential failure. differential failure ;
- Gearshift resistance may be due to incorrectly adjusted incorrect adjustment of control cables ;
- Cracking noises when shifting gears are often a sign of advanced advanced wear of synchronizer rings or insufficient transmission system lubrication.
Whatever the problem, it's important to consult a mechanic and describe precisely the symptoms you observe while driving. This will help him pinpoint the source of the problem and establish a diagnosis.
Gearbox repair
Gearbox oil change
Not to be confused with engine oil, which has different properties, gearbox oil, also known as transmission oil, is essential for the smooth operation of your gearbox.
Over time, it can become contaminated or leak, compromising the entire transmission system. Draining the oil is sometimes all it takes to solve certain problems, such as squeaks when shifting gears.
For vehicles with a manual gearbox, oil changes are recommended after 250,000 kilometers. For the automatic version, servicing is more frequent and should be carried out every 60,000 kilometers.
The solution for replacing your gearbox
Only your mechanic will be able to tell you with certainty whether the gearbox in your Peugeot 208 needs to be completely overhauled or not. changed or not. If this is the case, the bill can quickly rise, as a new gearbox is expensive.
That's why EDEN BOITES offers you a wide choice of reconditioned gearboxes from our online catalog. Benefit from a gearbox at used prices, but without compromising on new quality: all our products are rigorously dismantled, cleaned, inspected and tested, before being reassembled by a team of experts. The proof is in the pudding, your new box is guaranteed for twelve months.
And if you're looking for a Peugeot 208 1.2 petrol gearbox for example, but the product isn't in stock, EDEN BOITES can recondition your own gearbox. recondition your own gearbox: availability guaranteed !
