Perdana V6 Spare Parts list

..Spare parts for Perdana V6 for reference..

1. Timing Belt : MMC RM220, Gates RM250, Dayco RM295
2. Bosch Double Platinum Spark Plugs – RM32 per piece, Mkt price RM45+, Plugs can lasts up to 100kkm.
3. Bosch Fusion Iridium Platinum Spark plugs – RM210 6pcs
4. Pro Rallye plug wire from USA together with grounding cable, rm220, Plug wire is 10mm, good performance.
5. Castrol Magnatec together with Bosch oil filter – RM82.
6. Top overhaul set Showa (made in Japan) RM345.
7. Overhaul set Showa (made in Japan) RM415
8. ATF filter & gasket – RM87, Original Proton.
9. Water pump – RM95 GMB
10. Black crystal headlamp – RM470 per pair (made in Taiwan)
11. Bosch wiperblades – RM27
12. Brake pads, Bendix Metal King Titanium RM94 Front, RM90 Rear.
13. Bosch Brake pads, RM44 Front, RM48 Rear.
14. Sachs absorbers front RM195 (per side) rear RM195 (per side)
15. Kayaba absorbers RM80 front per side (oil), rear RM80 (gas) per side. Actually for Perdana SEI, but can be used for V6 as well. Outside selling Rm100++
16. Proton ATF oil, RM19 per bottle, use 4 bottles.
17. Local Perdana air filter – RM13
18. Bosch alternator V6 RM195
19. Front wheel bearing RM122 per side (made in Japan)
20. Rear wheel bearing – RM145 per side (made in Japan)
21. Lower arm upper- RM70, middle – RM55, lower RM55 per piece (SSS)
22. Drive shaft head RM85, whole set RM 205
23. Perdana outer door handle front RM160 per side, original Proton.
24. Perdana door visors –RM100 (big), RM58 small
25. Tie-rod end RM60 (2pcs),
26. Rack end RM65 (2pcs)
27. Drive Shaft – CyCar (Cycle & Carriage) long RM150, Short RM150

Tip Top your Perdana Performence

"..10 Under Hood Checks.."

• 1)Engine oil level
• 2)Transmission fluid
• 3)Brake fluid
• 4)Power steering fluid
• 5)Coolant (Antifreeze) level
• 6)Battery
• 7)Windshield washer solvent
• 8)Belts and Hoses
• 9)Windshield wiper blades
• 10)Tires
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• Engine oil level
  This is the most important under-hood check you can do. An engine cannot run without oil even for a minute without serious engine damage or total destruction! To check the oil level, make sure that the engine is turned off, then find the engine oil dipstick and remove it. With a paper towel or rag, wipe off the end of the stick and notice the markings on it. You will usually see a mark for "Full" and another mark for "Add." Check your owners manual to be sure. Push the stick back into the tube until it seats then immediately pull it out to see the oil level. You should not add oil unless the level is below the "Add" mark and NEVER add oil to bring the level above the "Full" mark. Your main concern with this check is that oil consumption is not rapidly increasing. If it is, take your car to a repair shop as soon as possible and have it checked out. It is acceptable for the oil to be dark as long as you change it at the recommended intervals. However, it should never be foamy and should never have a strong gasoline smell. If either of these conditions exist, have it checked out soon.
  
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• Transmission fluid
  Most automatic transmissions should be checked while the engine is running. Check your owners manual to be sure. Also make sure the car is on a level surface and fully warmed up. Pull the transmission dipstick out, wipe off the end and note the markings on the end of the stick. The usual markings are "Full" and "Add 1 pint." Push the stick into the tube until it seats, then immediately pull it out to see the fluid level. Transmission fluid should be pink or red in color with the look and consistency of cherry cough syrup. If the fluid is a muddy brown or has a burnt smell, have it checked by a mechanic. As with the engine, never add fluid unless it is below the "Add" mark and never bring it above the "Full" mark. Make sure you use the correct transmission fluid for your vehicle. If you plan to add Transmission fluid yourself, you should know that fluid usually comes in quarts, but the level may not be low enough to take the full quart. Also, you will need a special funnel to get the fluid into the small tube that the dipstick came out of. Check your owners manual for the type of fluid and do not substitute anything else. Any noticeable transmission oil consumption should be checked out at a repair shop.
  
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• Brake fluid
  The brake fluid reservoir is under the hood right in front of the steering wheel. Most cars today have a transparent reservoir so that you can see the level without opening the cover. The brake fluid level will drop slightly as the brake pads wear out. This is a normal condition and you shouldn't worry about it. If the level drops noticeably over a short period of time or goes down to about two thirds full, have your brakes checked as soon as possible. NEVER PUT ANYTHING BUT APPROVED BRAKE FLUID IN YOUR BRAKES. ANYTHING ELSE CAN CAUSE SUDDEN BRAKE FAILURE! Keep the reservoir covered except for the amount of time you need to fill it and never leave a can of brake fluid uncovered. Brake fluid must maintain a very high boiling point .Exposure to air will cause the fluid to absorb moisture which will lower that boiling point.
  
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• Power steering fluid
  The power steering fluid reservoir usually has a small dipstick attached to the cap. Remove the cap and check the fluid level. The level should not change more than the normal range on the stick. If you have to add fluid more than once or twice a year, then have the system checked for leaks. These systems are easily damaged if you drive while the fluid is very low. Another warning of low power steering fluid is a buzzing noise when you turn the steering wheel at slow speeds.
  
• Coolant (Antifreeze) level
  Never open the radiator of a car that has just been running. The cooling system of a car is under high pressure with fluid that is usually hotter than boiling water. Look for the cooling system reserve tank, somewhere near the radiator. It is usually translucent white so you can see the fluid level without opening it. (Do not confuse it with the windshield washer tank). The reserve tank will have two marks on the side of it. "FULL HOT" and "FULL COLD." If the level frequently goes below "full cold" after adding fluid, you probably have a leak which should be checked as soon as possible. Today's engines are much more susceptible to damage from overheating, so do not neglect this important system.
  
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• Battery
  Most batteries today are "maintenance free" which simply means that you can't check the water level. This doesn't mean however, that there is nothing to check. The main things to check are the top of the battery which should be clean and dry, and the terminal connections which should be clean and tight. If the top of the battery continuously becomes damp or corroded soon after cleaning, then have the charging system and battery checked by your mechanic.
  
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• Windshield washer solvent
  Windshield washer solvent is readily available by the gallon in auto supply stores as well as supermarkets and it is cheap. It is fine to use with or without adding water but will clean better undiluted. Never dilute it during winter months to insure that it retains its antifreeze protection.
  
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• Belts & Hoses
• In most cases your mechanic can check your belts and hoses when you bring in the car for an oil change. However, if you get your oil changed by some quick lube type centers, belts and hoses may not be on their list of items to check in which case you're on your own. These checks are best done while the car is cold.
  
  Belts are used to drive a number of components on an engine including: the water pump, power steering pump, air conditioner, alternator and an emission control pump. Some later model cars have a single "serpentine" belt that handles everything. This type of belt looks flat on one side with several ribs on the other side. You should check the ribbed side for signs of dry and cracked rubber.Serpentine belts are usually self adjusting and very durable. They should last about 30,000 miles. The other type of belt is called a "V" belt and is adjustable. There is usually more than one to an engine, sometimes three or four. Check each one for cracks and tightness and have them replaced if you find any problems. Some V belts are hard to reach but no less important so if you can't reach it to check then have your mechanic do it periodically.
  
  Hoses should be checked visually and by feel. You are looking for dry cracked rubber, especially at the ends where they are attached. You should also check the ends for any signs of ballooning.
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• Windshield wiper blades Windshield wiper
• I think that every driver knows what it is like to drive in the rain with bad wiper blades. (I know... I'm not under the hood any more... stop being technical) Wiper blades should be changed every 6,000 to 10,000 miles. Wiper blades will tend to streak when they are dirty. Take a paper towel with some window cleaner and clean the rubber blade whenever you clean the windshield.
  
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• Tires
• Buy a decent tire gage and keep it in the car. Improper tire pressure can affect tire wear as well as ride and handling. You should always check your tires when they are cold. Use the manufacturers recommended tire pressures. Tire pressure tends to rise as you drive due to heat build-up. Manufacturers have this in mind when they set the recommended cold pressures so do not let air out when the tire gets hot. Check the tire again when it cools off and you will find that the pressure is back to where it was. Tire pressure will change with the seasons, so in winter months make sure they are not under inflated. Remember, always check them when they are cold.

Top 10 Mistakes

"..Drivers Overthere Please Read This.."

It's no secret that teen drivers are at greater risk for accidents than older adults — four times greater, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Chalk it up to a number of factors, among them inexperience dealing with emergency situations, distracted driving and the inclination to show off to friends.

Being Distracted Behind the Wheel

Cell phones, CDs, food and even text messages can pose serious distractions to drivers. In some cases, drivers will even text their backseat passengers.

In January, a national survey by the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and State Farm Insurance reported that 89 percent of teens said they observed other teens driving and talking on their cell phones, and nearly half admitted to doing the same. More troubling is that 53 percent said they observed their peers using handheld devices, like iPods or text-messaging phones, while behind the wheel.

Any form of distraction increases the risk of accident. In 2006, a yearlong study by Virginia Tech observed 241 Washington, D.C., drivers and concluded that distracted driving contributed to 80 percent of collisions. In rear-end accidents, 93 percent of drivers had looked away from the road at some point during the 3 seconds before impact.

Taking Too Many Risks

Actions like ignoring traffic signals or school zone signs and changing lanes without checking blind spots "risky behavior." They said the difference between risky behavior and distracted driving is that risky behavior is deliberate, while distracted driving is often the result of ignorance.

Teenage minds might actually be predisposed to risk-taking. In 2005 and 2006, researchers at Cornell and Stanford conducted risk-reward studies across a range of age groups. The study, funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse and published in The Journal of Neuroscience, measured activity in two areas of the brain — one that triggers impulsive actions and another that reins them in with rationality and caution. Researchers found that when confronted with risky choices, teen brains exhibit twice as much activity in the impulse area as adult brains, while the area that expresses restraint lags behind. It takes until the early 20s for the two areas to reach parity, the study said.

Speeding

Most drivers occasionally speed, but teens do so because they don't have a good sense of how a car's speed can affect their response time.

"They will exceed speeds on residential roads that they interpret as empty because they haven't had close calls or someone coming out into the road," Tsifrin said.

A 2005 study by the National Institutes of Health in Washington, D.C., found that teens drive an average of 1.3 mph faster than all drivers as a whole. In turn, IIHS reported that speeding factored into roughly one-third of all fatal crashes in 2005 when teenagers were behind the wheel — some 50 percent more than it did in fatal crashes for 20- to 49-year-olds.

Overcrowding the Car

Teens frequently overcrowd their cars, cramming five or six into a cabin meant to seat four or five, Tsifrin said. Worse yet, the extra passengers often result in teens driving more aggressively. The NIH study found that when accompanied by male passengers in the front seat, teens of both genders speed more and leave shorter following distances; a quarter of the drivers in the study broke the speed limit by 15 mph or more. Researchers confirmed the same trend for teenage girls driving with other girls, but teenage boys drove less aggressively when girls rode up front.

The distractions of carrying too many passengers can have serious consequences. A 2000 study by IIHS and the Johns Hopkins University said that with two passengers, 16-year-old drivers were at nearly double the risk of having a fatal accident than if they were driving alone. With three or more passengers, the risk was nearly triple.

Driving Under the Influence

In 2006, a study by the University of Michigan and NIDA reported that 45 percent of high school seniors surveyed said they drank alcohol in the past month. When teens drink and drive, they're even less likely to practice safe habits like seat belt usage: Of the 15- to 20-year-olds killed after drinking and driving in 2003, 74 percent were unrestrained, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

"This is a huge problem," Tsifrin said. "Because they're too young to drink legally ... they're also less likely to call their parents to come and get them. It's more likely for a 22-year-old to call their parents and tell them to pick them up."

Of course, alcohol isn't the only influence: Last January's State Farm/CHOP survey said that 45 percent of teens reported seeing other teens drive high. A study in 1999 by NHTSA and Maastricht University in the Netherlands found that after low doses of marijuana, reaction times worsened by 0.9 seconds when moving at 59 mph in test conditions. That translates to an extra 78 feet of travel. With both alcohol and marijuana, reaction times were 1.6 seconds, or 139 feet, worse.

Following Too Closely

At 60 mph, a typical car needs between 120 and 140 feet to reach a full stop. Most SUVs require an extra 5 to 10 feet on top of that. Consider that 60 mph translates to 88 feet per second, and it's easy to see why maintaining a proper following distance is a critical step in preventing accidents. Unfortunately, many teens fail to do so: In the NIH study, teen drivers left nearly two-tenths of a second less following distance behind the car ahead than did general traffic. Even at 40 mph, that's 10 feet less stopping distance.

Tsifrin blames it on driving tactics that flaunt swagger over safety. "They want to drive aggressively as far as showing off," he said. "There's still the kind of high school attitude of 'Who am I in the pecking order?'"

Driving Unbuckled

A 2003 survey by NHTSA reported that 79 percent of drivers age 16 to 24 said they wore their seat belts regularly, while 84 percent of the overall population did so.

Tsifrin blames the lack of usage on many young drivers' sense of invincibility — "the hubris of youth," he called it — which also factors into teen speeding. Fortunately, many cars today have seat belt reminders that flash warning lights or chime until belts are secured. Call them annoying, but they help keep occupants buckled.

Not Being Able to Handle Emergencies

Knowing how to avoid an accident comes with driving experience. Young drivers can only learn so much in the classroom, which leaves learning maneuvers like straightening out a skid or how to apply the brakes correctly to real-world experience. Speeding and distracted driving only make things worse, Tsifirn said, as they compound the lack of experience by putting drivers at higher risk of encountering an emergency situation in the first place.

Driving Drowsy

Drowsy driving affects an unlikely group — the so-called "good kids," Tsifrin said. That means straight-A students or those with a full plate of extracurricular activities.

"Overachievers have a lot of pressure here," he said. "If they're playing varsity sports and are also preparing for an AP English exam, and if they've been going from 7 a.m. and now it's midnight and they have to get home, they don't think, 'I'm too tired to drive.'"

Fatigue can affect more than just the valedictorians and star athletes. Three-fourths of teens in the State Farm/CHOP survey said they had observed their peers driving while fatigued. Across the general population, NHTSA estimates that fatigue and sleep deprivation contribute to some 100,000 reported crashes and 1,500 deaths each year.

Choosing the Wrong Car and Not Maintaining It

Too often, a combination of tight budgets and high style leads teens to pass up important safety features for larger engines and flashy accessories.

"A teen or novice driver ... will opt for a cool-looking sports car rather than a car that's really a safer choice," Tsifrin said. "Then, if they sink all their money into it, they might be remiss in maintaining it."

That doesn't just mean forgetting to check tire pressure or picking a car with a sunroof instead of one with antilock brakes. It can also translate into buying oversized SUV wheels that look fancy but reduce highway stability, or getting a performance stereo that drowns out potential hazards a driver might hear, such as an ambulance siren.

Proton Answer About The Maintenance

What is the real costs..

UPDATED

Yesterday, he also said that the state government had spent RM1.15 million to maintain its fleet of 16 Perdana since they were purchased in 2004.

Former menteri besar Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh himself had spent nearly RM131,600 in maintaining his Perdana this year, in the two months that he was head of the state government.

This is an excerpt from the New Straits Times quoting Terengganu Menteri Besar Datuk Ahmad Said

“Yesterday, he also said that the state government had spent RM1.15 million to maintain its fleet of 16 Perdana since they were purchased in 2004.

“Former Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Idris Jusoh himself had spent nearly RM131,600 in maintaining his Perdana this year, in the two months that he was head of the state government.

That breaks down to RM17,968.75 worth of maintenance cost per year or RM71,875 over four years, that is a bit high. I think the company maintaining the cars needs to be thoroughly probed…. how can a Proton require Rm131,000 worth of maintenance in two months. That is just plain madness

ORIGINAL POST

Want to know exactly what Proton said about their Perdana?, follow the link to their Press Release

STATEMENT ON PROTON PERDANA V6

SHAH ALAM, 23 July 2008 - In light of recent reports on the maintenance cost of the Perdana, PROTON seeks to clarify that the maintenance cost and efficiency of the model is reasonable and moderate, based on its records.

While the cost of replacing the gearbox may be costly, such an occurrence can be avoided by sending the vehicle for recommended regular and scheduled services at authorized service centres and fitted with original parts. Each periodical service plus oil filter would generally cost around RM200, excluding other spare parts.

Cars in general will perform up to expectations and be less susceptible to problems if they are properly cared for and handled with good driving habits. For Perdana V6, frequency of service is recommended at 5,000 km intervals or after 3 months of usage, whichever comes first.

With reference to one of the cars which was purchased in May 2004 by the Terengganu State government, which claimed to have spent more than RM100,000 on its repair and maintenance, our record shows that there has not been any warranty claims made by them since October 2004 on that particular vehicle.

PROTON is seriously looking into this matter and will be contacting the Terengganu State government to find out details of the service history records on the affected cars in order for PROTON to provide necessary assistance on this matter.

About PROTON

PROTON, established in 1983, is Malaysia’s largest manufacturer of automobiles. With operations in key market centers from UK and Western Europe to the Middle East, and across South-East Asia and Australasia, PROTON produces cars to suit a range of consumer demands and preferences. The offerings include versatile and reliable four-door family vehicles, two-door hatchbacks for the young-at-heart, luxurious and stylish executive sedans, as well as the world-renowned sports cars from Lotus.

PROTON’s inception as a key driver of national development has seen the brand accelerate its learning curve through technology transfer with strategic partnerships and technical collaborations. PROTON cars are now steadily on track to achieving the mission for the future, gearing up to achieve the promise of a marquee which build cars with passion and soul; cars which are a delight to drive and a pleasure to own.

Facts about Proton Perdana

My info about Proton Perdana/V6

What is V6 engine:

A V6 engine is a V engine with six cylinders mounted on the crankcase in two banks of three cylinders, usually set at either a right angle or an acute angle to each other, with all six pistons driving a common crankshaft. It is the second most common engine configuration in modern cars after the inline four. The V6 is one of the most compact engine configurations, shorter than the straight 4 and in many designs narrower than the V8 engine, and is well suited to the popular transverse engine front-wheel drive layout. It is becoming more common as the space allowed for engines in modern cars is reduced at the same time as power requirements increase, and has largely replaced the inline-6, which is too long to fit in many modern engine compartments. Although it is more complicated and not as smooth as the inline 6, the V6 is more compact, more rigid, and less prone to torsional vibrations in the crankshaft.

Perdana History:

The Proton Perdana is a mid-size car produced by Proton. It is a badge engineered version of the seventh-generation Mitsubishi Eterna.

Perdana SEi (1995-1998):

The Perdana was first introduced by Proton in 1995 with Mitsubishi proven 2.0L 4G63 engine. It was based on the Mitsubishi Galant platform and was thus similar to the Mitsubishi Eterna in Japan, but received minor internal and external changes when it was launched locally in Malaysia. The first generation Perdana was also Proton's first car to offer an anti-lock braking system (ABS) and cruise control.In 1997, the Perdana was given a facelift with a chrome grille, a new rim design, new body colours and upgraded interior trimmings.

Perdana V6 (1999-present):

In 1999, Proton shoehorned a 2.0 L 6A12V6 engine (also sourced by Mitsubishi) into the Perdana. The Mitsubishi 6A1 engine is a series of V6 engines from Mitsubishi Motors, found in their small and medium vehicles through the 1990s. They ranged from 1.6 L to 2.5 L in size, and came with a variety of induction methods and cylinder head designs and configurations.The so-called Proton Perdana V6 also had a new bodykit and 16" rims. The original Perdana in Malaysia is soldiered on for a short while before it was dropped. With Lotus-tuned and upgraded suspension settings, the car handles well through tight corners and it is a good high speed cruiser.

In 2003, the Perdana V6 was given a major facelift, gaining a new Alfa Romeo- esque front grill (earning the moniker "Alfadana" in

Malaysi a and new bumpers. Inside, it was given a new aluminium-effect trim. This iteration remains on sale to date. Also made available is a luxury variant of the Proton Perdana V6 with an extended length of 25cm (10 inches) in the rear door, dubbed the Proton Perdana V6 Executive.

Lotus DNA for Spectacular Ride & Handling and Reduced Noise, Vibration & Harshness

When it comes to techniques in suspension tuning, Lotus Engineering in Norwich, England, is one o
the world's foremost names in this field of automobile excellence. The fine tuning of the front and rear suspension system has bestowed the PERDANA V6 better body control with more definite roadholding and stability. Thereby giving the driver more confidence, enabling more precise steering and cornering.

Perdana V6 Specifications:

Engine: V6 24V DOHC

Total Displacement: 1999 cc

Maximum Power: 110 kW @ 6750 rpm

Maximum Torque: 179 Nm @ 4000 rpm

Fuel Tank Capacity: 64 litre

Transmission: 4-speed automatic with fuzzy logic

Maximum Speed: 205 km/h

Minimum Turning Radius: 5.3 m