🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Peugeot Model: 405 Year: 1995 Codes Chassis Code: 15B Generation Generation: Second Generation (Facelift) 👋 Introduction Market Position Target Audience: DIY car owners, independent auto technicians, those seeking cost-effective vehicle maintenance and repair Competitive Analysis Value Proposition: Provides in-depth knowledge, saves money on repairs, enables anytime/anywhere repairs, eliminates need for extensive bookstore searches, offered at competitive industry prices Key Features Convenience: Faster downloading, immediate access on digital devices Empowerment: Empowers users to understand and perform complex repairs and maintenance independently 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Primary Coverage: All aspects of service, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting Specific Models Covered: All Peugeot 405 models for the 1995 model year, including various trim levels and engine options Page Count Estimated Page Count: Extensive (specific number not provided in product info, but implied to be comprehensive) Manual Type Type: Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine service/repair, transmission service/repair, fuel injection/fuel system, cooling system, emission system, engine control system Chassis: Brake system, suspension, steering, axle Electrical And Body: Wiring diagram, electrical system, chassis/body, restraint system Procedures Included Maintenance: General maintenance, periodic lubrication, scheduled service Diagnostics And Repair: Troubleshooting, disassembly, reassembly, repair, refurbishment, renovation, mending, fixing Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering all intricacies and peculiarities of design and construction, suitable for independent repair without a mechanic 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Type: PDF Required Software: Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip Compatibility: All versions of Windows & Mac Print Quality Quality: Downloadable, high-quality information for independent repair Binding Type Type: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Type: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Options 1995: Likely includes 1.8L, 1.9L (XUD diesel), and 2.0L petrol engines (specific variants not detailed in product info but common for the 405) Performance Horsepower Range: Varies by engine, typically 70-130 hp (specifics require manual consultation) Torque Range: Varies by engine, typically 100-220 Nm (specifics require manual consultation) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Includes gasoline (petrol) engines with fuel injection (likely multi-point) and diesel engines (likely indirect injection, XUD series) Ignition System: Electronic ignition (specifics for distributor or distributorless systems depend on engine variant) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: Likely a 5-speed manual transmission as standard on many variants Optional Transmission Type: Optional 4-speed automatic transmission on certain petrol engine models Features Clutch Type: Hydraulically operated single dry plate clutch 📐 Dimensions Exterior Body Styles: Saloon (sedan) and Estate (wagon) Wheelbase: Approximately 2670 mm (varies slightly by body style) Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 1100-1300 kg depending on engine and body style 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Performance: Euro NCAP results for the 405 are limited for this era, but generally, the second-generation models offered improved safety over the first. Manual covers restraint system details. Active Features Braking System: Front ventilated discs, rear drums (higher trims may have rear discs). ABS was an option on some models. Passive Features Restraint System: Seatbelts (front pre-tensioners may be present on some later models), driver airbag was optional or standard on higher trims for 1995. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Factory-fitted radio cassette player, likely with 4-6 speakers depending on trim level. Upgrades common. Driver Assistance ABS: Anti-lock Braking System was an optional feature on higher trim levels or later models. Connectivity Central Locking: Central door locking was available as an option or standard on higher trims. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically 10,000-15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first (exact interval depends on oil type and driving conditions) Timing Belt Replacement: Crucial for petrol engines, typically every 60,000-80,000 km or 4-5 years. Diesel XUD engines often have longer intervals, but checking manual is essential. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Grade: Depends on engine and climate. Common grades: 10W-40, 15W-40 for petrol; 10W-40, 5W-40 for diesel. Consult manual for precise API/ACEA specifications. Coolant Type: Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically pink or blue. Consult manual for specific type and mix ratio (e.g., G11 or G12 equivalent). Brake Fluid Type: DOT 3 or DOT 4 Transmission Fluid Manual: GL-5 gear oil, typically 75W-90 or 80W-90 Transmission Fluid Automatic: Specific ATF fluid, e.g., Dexron II/III equivalent (consult manual for exact specification) Known Issues Common Faults Petrol: Cooling system leaks (radiator, hoses), aging electrical components (sensors, relays), ignition system issues (coil packs, spark plugs). Common Faults Diesel Xud: Head gasket issues, injector pump seals, glow plug failures, timing belt maintenance critical. Suspension Wear: Wear in front control arm bushings, ball joints, and shock absorbers is common with age and mileage. Exhaust System: Corrosion and failure of exhaust components due to age and environmental factors. 📚 Vehicle History Brand Heritage Peugeot Legacy: Peugeot has a long history of producing well-engineered and driver-focused vehicles, known for comfort and handling. Model Evolution 405 Lineage: The Peugeot 405 succeeded the 305 and was replaced by the...
DIY car owners, independent auto technicians, those seeking cost-effective vehicle maintenance and repair
Competitive Analysis
Value Proposition:
Provides in-depth knowledge, saves money on repairs, enables anytime/anywhere repairs, eliminates need for extensive bookstore searches, offered at competitive industry prices
Key Features
Convenience:
Faster downloading, immediate access on digital devices
Empowerment:
Empowers users to understand and perform complex repairs and maintenance independently
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Primary Coverage:
All aspects of service, repair, maintenance, and troubleshooting
Specific Models Covered:
All Peugeot 405 models for the 1995 model year, including various trim levels and engine options
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
Extensive (specific number not provided in product info, but implied to be comprehensive)
Manual Type
Type:
Service and Repair Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
PDF
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Powertrain:
Engine service/repair, transmission service/repair, fuel injection/fuel system, cooling system, emission system, engine control system
Chassis:
Brake system, suspension, steering, axle
Electrical And Body:
Wiring diagram, electrical system, chassis/body, restraint system
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
General maintenance, periodic lubrication, scheduled service
Comprehensive, covering all intricacies and peculiarities of design and construction, suitable for independent repair without a mechanic
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Type:
PDF
Required Software:
Adobe PDF Reader, WinZip
Compatibility:
All versions of Windows & Mac
Print Quality
Quality:
Downloadable, high-quality information for independent repair
Binding Type
Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Type:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Options 1995:
Likely includes 1.8L, 1.9L (XUD diesel), and 2.0L petrol engines (specific variants not detailed in product info but common for the 405)
Performance
Horsepower Range:
Varies by engine, typically 70-130 hp (specifics require manual consultation)
Torque Range:
Varies by engine, typically 100-220 Nm (specifics require manual consultation)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Includes gasoline (petrol) engines with fuel injection (likely multi-point) and diesel engines (likely indirect injection, XUD series)
Ignition System:
Electronic ignition (specifics for distributor or distributorless systems depend on engine variant)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
Likely a 5-speed manual transmission as standard on many variants
Optional
Transmission Type:
Optional 4-speed automatic transmission on certain petrol engine models
Features
Clutch Type:
Hydraulically operated single dry plate clutch
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Body Styles:
Saloon (sedan) and Estate (wagon)
Wheelbase:
Approximately 2670 mm (varies slightly by body style)
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1100-1300 kg depending on engine and body style
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Performance:
Euro NCAP results for the 405 are limited for this era, but generally, the second-generation models offered improved safety over the first. Manual covers restraint system details.
Active Features
Braking System:
Front ventilated discs, rear drums (higher trims may have rear discs). ABS was an option on some models.
Passive Features
Restraint System:
Seatbelts (front pre-tensioners may be present on some later models), driver airbag was optional or standard on higher trims for 1995.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Factory-fitted radio cassette player, likely with 4-6 speakers depending on trim level. Upgrades common.
Driver Assistance
ABS:
Anti-lock Braking System was an optional feature on higher trim levels or later models.
Connectivity
Central Locking:
Central door locking was available as an option or standard on higher trims.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 10,000-15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first (exact interval depends on oil type and driving conditions)
Timing Belt Replacement:
Crucial for petrol engines, typically every 60,000-80,000 km or 4-5 years. Diesel XUD engines often have longer intervals, but checking manual is essential.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Grade:
Depends on engine and climate. Common grades: 10W-40, 15W-40 for petrol; 10W-40, 5W-40 for diesel. Consult manual for precise API/ACEA specifications.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze, typically pink or blue. Consult manual for specific type and mix ratio (e.g., G11 or G12 equivalent).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Transmission Fluid Manual:
GL-5 gear oil, typically 75W-90 or 80W-90
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
Specific ATF fluid, e.g., Dexron II/III equivalent (consult manual for exact specification)
Known Issues
Common Faults Petrol:
Cooling system leaks (radiator, hoses), aging electrical components (sensors, relays), ignition system issues (coil packs, spark plugs).
Common Faults Diesel Xud:
Head gasket issues, injector pump seals, glow plug failures, timing belt maintenance critical.
Suspension Wear:
Wear in front control arm bushings, ball joints, and shock absorbers is common with age and mileage.
Exhaust System:
Corrosion and failure of exhaust components due to age and environmental factors.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Peugeot Legacy:
Peugeot has a long history of producing well-engineered and driver-focused vehicles, known for comfort and handling.
Model Evolution
405 Lineage:
The Peugeot 405 succeeded the 305 and was replaced by the 406. The 1995 model represents the facelifted 'Series 2' with updated styling and features.
Production
Production Years:
1987-1996 (Europe), extended production in other regions
Assembly Locations:
Primary assembly in France, with production also occurring in Iran and Egypt for longer periods.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
European Car Of The Year:
The Peugeot 405 was awarded 'European Car of the Year' in 1988, highlighting its significant impact and quality upon its initial release.