It is time to change ATF!

It is already time to change the automatic transmission fluid (ATF). This time I would like to share how to do it yourself. My advice is to change the fluids every 20,000km. Besides that it is also necessary to change the ATF filter every 60,000km or 70,000km. More about that in my next post and hopefully I have the time to do it as well as take pictures at the same time. ;)

Roof Soundproof

At last, my plan to DIY soundproofing my Perodua Viva’s roof has completed. The result is now a more comfortable drive during this rainy season.

It is a quite challenging task and involves some help. It is not impossible to do it alone but very difficult especially when getting the roof panel off. However the result really pays off. This time I choose to make a single layer of soundproof just using the Insulflex®. This is because I cannot seem to find where I put the soundblok (bitumen strip like) as this was a delayed project for a few years. :(

Want to maintain your aircond colderness? Try this!

In this part I would like to share how you could help to maintain your Perodua Viva aircond coldness. :) Well other than installing cabin air filter, it is also important to make sure aircond blower stay squeaky clean.

Aircond blower

The cabin filter helps to filter debris and make the air conditioning more hygienic. The filter really does aid in this. I have cleaned my blower twice. The first attempt to clean it, there was a lot of dust sticking to the blower. Yesterday when I did it again, there was less dust. This maybe due to previously my Perodua Viva was not installed/came without cabin air filter.

ATF Cooler y'all!!!

The position of my ATF cooler

Ever wonder why is the auto gear unwillingly to change gear even when you stomp on the pedal? Usually at night/ cold weather I do not seem to face this problem. My guess is because the auto transmission is being stressed too much plus the hot Malaysian weather especially during high loads. This eventually will increase the fuel consumption due to wrong gear selection by the gearbox. Installing an ATF cooler for the auto transmission will hugely help to overcome this issue.

Eventhough I am using fully synthetic gear oil form Redline ® for my beloved Perodua Viva I still find the lack of power and sometimes have to down shift manually to overtake or going out of junction. However with fully synthetic gear oils I never encounter gearbox overheating even during hard acceleration or downhill. :)

DIY Cleaning Throttle Body

This time I would like to share on how I clean the throttle body of my Perodua Viva. Firstly locate the throttle body in the engine bay. Then trace the six bolts that attach to the throttle body. Only need a size 10 and 12 to open these bolts. Plus need an extended wrench to open the bolts that are hiding at the throttle body because the normal spanner cannot reach those bolts.

CAI using PVC Pipe- DIY Style!

I started this project as a gift for myself for my birthday and that was on last February. However it was stall due to work. First of all let me explain what is CAI. CAI stands for Cold Air Intake, is a device use to draw cold air from outside the engine bay preferably from the front. A lot of people use this method to ensure the car is more powerful even during hot day. It is also the most popular method that is believed to increase horsepower and increase your mileage. Well no harm for me to try it.

Cabin Filter aka Air Cond Filter

The New Cabin Filter aka Air Cond Filter

This is another tip from car forums to help maintain the car air conditioning to last longer and provide clean air circulation in the cabin.

DIY Oil Catch Tank Kampung Style.

Another project which I have done to my car. A simple DIY job with basic tools and cheap fuel filter. This was to ensure that the throttle body stay clean longer from oil vapour sticking on the sidewall and sensor. Thus will provide accurate signal to the ECU.

It is time to change your coolant.

Steps to change coolant in Perodua Viva.

The radiator cap. Please read the warning!

Actually this is a very simple task provided the engine has cool down first. All one need to do is first to locate the drainage plug for radiator. Other than that are 2 bottles of Long Life Coolant (LLC- red color as per recommended by Perodua), one bottle equate to 1 litre, but I require about 1.5 litres. 

As far as I know, Perodua is using aluminium radiator. Therefore the red coolant (LLC- Long Life Coolant) is more recommended. 

Other secret ingredients are...

DIY soundproof for FOUR doors

9^th October 2008

Ingredients for today:

1. 2 piece of superlon (size 3ft x 4 ft x10mm)
2. 1 roll of soundblok
3. Scissor
4. Marker pen

This is what I do to make my Perodua Vivas’ doors sound more solid when closing the door. The normal door will usually have the sound of bare metal (empty can or we call it Milo can sound. Hehehe!). Moreover I can hear noise from outside clearly and it can be very noisy and annoying combine with the engine noise. It is always sensible to do soundproofing to try to insulate the noise as well as heat from outside. In addition with the Malaysian weather, it can be so hot some times. Well the green house effect is becoming nastier every year.



Car Detailing Work

During my free time...i love to wash my Perodua Viva myself. Give the car the proper pamper and care. :) I would like to share the right way to wash car.

This is what I do to help protect my car paint and reduce small scratch or swirls mark on the car. If done thoroughly and correctly, I can get that showroom finish and make the car paint shine like new again.  :) Nevertheless it will take hours of hard work and patience.

First step is to wash the car with proper car wash shampoo. Usually the typical car wash use abrasive washing detergent to your car. So try to avoid washing your car too often at car wash. Sometimes Malaysian weather can also be harsh to car paint work. This is why regular waxing of my car paint is essential to protect the expensive paint work. For me, it is expensive. I’m a small fish only...