406 diesel queries

Discussion in 'Peugeot 406' started by McLellan, Aug 26, 2003.

  1. McLellan

    McLellan Guest

    Hi all

    I know very little about cars and I hope someone here can help with these
    questions:

    406 2.1 TD saloon - R(98) 67K purchased second hand from a dealer.

    1. Tyres - correct pressures for normal use? Tyre types are:195/65, manual
    says 2.3 front 2.4 rear, what's this in PSi? Also, I thought the front ones
    would have a higher pressure due to the weight of the engine??

    2. Coolant - On holiday last week I was caught in a traffic jam, engine temp
    was up at 90+ for a few hours and the "low coolant" warning light came on
    and off intermittently. Initially on flat ground, then only when going up a
    hill. On the return journey the temp was fine and the light stayed off - has
    not come on again since. I checked the coolant level today and it seems to
    be
    correct (between narrow bar and side-slot in tube insert). When I looked in
    the manual it said only to have coolant topped up at a dealer and only to
    use two specific types of coolant (Procor 3000 or Revkigel 107 only). Haynes
    just says to top up with a mixture
    of antifreeze and water - any advice for future reference here and comments
    on the warning light??

    any patient assistance appreciated. :)

    Andy
     
    McLellan, Aug 26, 2003
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  2. McLellan

    Neil D Guest

    I have exactly the same car, 1998 2.1TD GLX 406 saloon and have literally
    just come from the garage when I checked my tyres. It said on the door in
    mine that both front and back should be 33PSi. Coolant, just use ordinary
    antifreeze. You may be loosing coolant throught a leaking radiator. Some
    Barr's leaks sorted mine out about 18 months ago,
    Hope this helps
    Neil
     
    Neil D, Aug 26, 2003
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