Segment:
Compact to mid-size family car
Positioning:
Known for its comfortable ride, handling, and distinctive styling (Pininfarina design)
Key Competitors:
Ford Sierra, Volkswagen Passat, Opel Vectra, Renault 21, Fiat Croma
Design Highlight:
Aerodynamic styling by Pininfarina
Engineering Focus:
Comfort, handling, and practicality
Manual Benefit:
Inexpensive way to keep vehicle working properly
Primary Regions:
Global (European focus, but applicable to all markets where 405 was sold)
Market Focus:
Service and repair for all variants and trims
Estimated Page Count:
High (typically 1000+ pages for comprehensive workshop manuals, exact number not specified in product info)
Type:
Workshop Service Repair Manual
Purpose:
DIY and professional mechanic use
Language:
English (implied by product description and common availability)
Accessibility:
Downloadable
Engine Mechanical:
Yes (including teardown, assembly, diagnostics, tuning)
Engine Management Electronic:
Yes (EFI, ignition, sensors, actuators)
Transmission Manual:
Yes (repair, overhaul, clutch)
Transmission Automatic:
Yes (repair, overhaul, fluid, diagnostics)
Suspension:
Yes (front, rear, components, alignment)
Steering:
Yes (power steering, manual steering, components)
Brakes:
Yes (hydraulic system, ABS, discs, pads, lines)
Electrical System:
Yes (wiring diagrams, lighting, charging system, starting system)
Body And Chassis:
Yes (body panels, interior trim, corrosion protection)
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning:
Yes (HVAC system, refrigerant, components)
Fuel System:
Yes (tank, pump, lines, injectors)
Exhaust System:
Yes (catalytic converter, mufflers, pipes)
Cooling System:
Yes (radiator, hoses, thermostat, water pump)
Maintenance:
Yes (oil changes, filter replacements, tune-ups)
Troubleshooting:
Yes (diagnostic flowcharts, symptom-based repairs)
Repair:
Yes (component-level repair and replacement)
Overhaul:
Yes (engine, transmission, differentials)
Diagnostics:
Yes (specific procedures for identifying faults)
Specifications Data:
Yes (torque values, clearances, fluid types)
Depth:
Comprehensive (from basic maintenance to complete engine/transmission rebuilds)
Illustration Quality:
High (detailed illustrations and hundreds of photos)
Completeness Statement:
100% complete and intact
Engine Families:
XU (petrol), XD (diesel)
Common Petrol Engines:
1.6L (XU5), 1.8L (XU7), 2.0L (XU9, XU10), 2.0L Turbo (XU10J2TE)
Common Diesel Engines:
1.9L (XD2, XUD7), 1.9L Turbo (XUD7TE)
Power Output Range:
Approx. 70 hp (1.6L diesel) to 150 hp (2.0L Turbo)
Torque Range:
Varies significantly by engine variant
Injection Types:
Carburetor (early models), Bosch L-Jetronic, Motronic EFI, Diesel Injection (indirect and common rail variations)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Petrol, Diesel
Transmission Type Standard:
5-speed Manual
Transmission Type Optional:
4-speed Automatic (AL4 type often used in later models or with specific engines)
Drive Layout:
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
All Wheel Drive Availability:
Yes, on certain variants (e.g., 405 Mi16 4x4)
Body Styles:
Saloon (Sedan), Estate (Wagon)
Length:
Approx. 4,400 mm (Saloon), 4,520 mm (Estate)
Height:
Approx. 1,400 mm (Saloon), 1,460 mm (Estate)
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1,100 kg - 1,400 kg (depending on engine and body style)
Euro Ncap Rating:
N/A (pre-Euro NCAP era, but considered safe for its time)
ABS Availability:
Optional on many models, standard on higher trims and later years
Airbags:
Driver airbag typically optional or unavailable in early years, later models may have driver airbag
Seatbelts:
Front and rear seatbelts, pre-tensioners often available on front seats
Oil Change Interval Petrol:
Typically 7,500-10,000 miles (12,000-16,000 km) or 12 months, refer to manual for exact specification.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial for XU engines. Typically 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years. Failure can cause catastrophic engine damage. Refer to manual for specific engine.
Engine Oil Type:
Varies by engine. Typically 5W-30, 5W-40, or 10W-40 synthetic or semi-synthetic. Consult manual for specific viscosity and API/ACEA ratings.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based antifreeze/coolant. Typically a pink or red OAT type. Check manual for exact specification and mix ratio.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4. Consult manual for exact specification.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
API GL-4 or GL-5, 75W-90 or 80W-90 gear oil (refer to manual for specific type).
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Specific ATF fluid type (e.g., LT71141 for AL4). Consult manual for exact specification.
Common Failures:
Timing belt failure (if not replaced on schedule), alternator issues, suspension wear (bushings, ball joints), rust (wheel arches, sills), electrical gremlins (especially older wiring), head gasket issues (on some variants), fuel pump failure.
Potential Upgrades:
Suspension bushes (polyurethane), improved ignition components, aftermarket ECU tuning (for performance variants).
Peugeot Legacy:
Long history of producing well-engineered and comfortable vehicles
Introduction Year:
1987 (Paris Motor Show)
Facelift:
Minor facelift in 1993 with updated styling and interior features
Production Period:
1987-1997
Key Variants:
405 GR, SR, GL, GS, STI, MI16, T16, Diesel, Turbo Diesel, Estate versions
