[whattekarvad]

Recently my Renault Duster petrol CVT. 2018 stopped during a highway ride just in front of a toll plaza. I contacted Renault customer care and since my vehicle is under extended warranty they confirmed me RSA is free and a guy will come within 2 hours. It seems TVS is handling RSA for renault. The indicators mentioned it was an engine issue but no body came even after repeated calls, finally i got a local mechanic who came and fixed it and found it was just dead battery. I also RSA which comes with my credit card and they at least were honest and told its difficult to get the guy and paid for the local mechanic cost but no body bothered from Renault side... Very disappointed

[DieselLover]

Dear all,
Need a quick advice. All 4 tyres in my Duster has developed minor cracks on the top. The service technician from the near by Tyre shop advised that it is due to rubber getting hard and better to replace all of them immediately. The tyres are 6 yr old Michelin LTX force with 35k on odo. I do not feel any difference in the way the car drives Or handles.

Pls suggest if I should go for an immediate replacement or wait.

[HillMan]

Originally Posted by DieselLover

Pls suggest if I should go for an immediate replacement or wait.

If the tires are not loosing grip and skidding it should be ok to use. For City use these tyres are good.
I wouldn't risk it on expressway at continuous higher speeds.

[Fastdriver]

Originally Posted by DieselLover

Dear all,
Need a quick advice. All 4 tyres in my Duster has developed minor cracks on the top. The service technician from the near by Tyre shop advised that it is due to rubber getting hard and better to replace all of them immediately. The tyres are 6 yr old Michelin LTX force with 35k on odo. I do not feel any difference in the way the car drives Or handles.

Pls suggest if I should go for an immediate replacement or wait.

Tyre beyond 6 years should not be used even its treads appear good or intact. Especially on highways it may invite disastrous consequences.

[sunny13]

My 2013 Duster option 85 PS is still going strong. Thr stock infotainment HDU is now is dated no doubt and I now find using mobile phone with maps rather cumbersome especially on highways and crowded places. I plan to retain the car for another 3 yrs at least if not more as it’s currant speedo is just 60k kms and barely and maintenance overheads.

Are there tried and tested compatible integrated head units with CarPlay/android auto, music etc aftermarket options and folks in Pune (west preferably) who can did decent job at practical budget?

[sunny13]

Originally Posted by sunny13

My 2013 Duster option 85 PS is still going strong. Thr stock infotainment HDU is now is dated no doubt and I now find using mobile phone with maps rather cumbersome especially on highways and crowded places. I plan to retain the car for another 3 yrs at least if not more as it’s currant speedo is just 60k kms and barely and maintenance overheads.

Are there tried and tested compatible integrated head units with CarPlay/android auto, music etc aftermarket options and folks in Pune (west preferably) who can did decent job at practical budget?

Looks like I said it too soon. Went to a FNG yesterday and while the overall service was done at a reasonable cost, he has detected suspension leaks at all four ends something which may set me poorer by about 30-40k, yet to get an estimate but that’s a ball park he said; now sets me thinking whether it makes sense to put in 40k + another 20k odd for 2 aged tyres. And with not much of a run with Odo nearing 60k, and with a Baleno 2018 already in the shed with barely 15k run. & How much does the resale value of this car come to? Considering I would want to have another SUV (compact), that would cost me no less than a 15-20 lac. Sets me thinking..

[ms001]

Originally Posted by sunny13

Are there tried and tested compatible integrated head units with CarPlay/android auto, music etc aftermarket options and folks in Pune (west preferably) who can did decent job at practical budget?

https://blaupunktcar.in/buy/car-audi...-york-750/127/

Using Blaupunkt New York 750 in my 2017 duster AMT, it has wired carplay & android auto.
I only use carplay and it works well without any issues.

Originally Posted by sunny13

Looks like I said it too soon. Went to a FNG yesterday and while the overall service was done at a reasonable cost, he has detected suspension leaks at all four ends something which may set me poorer by about 30-40k,.

30-40K seems excessive, please check the correct cost at Renault ASC or some other after market sellers like boodmo. I replaced my front OE struts with Monroe branded ones they work absolutely fine. Monroe is the manufacturer for the Renault OE ones as well, they are practically the same.

https://boodmo.com/catalog/part-strut-6621726/

https://web.tecalliance.net/tae/en/p...126;groups:854

[sunny13]

Originally Posted by ms001

https://blaupunktcar.in/buy/car-audi...-york-750/127/

Using Blaupunkt New York 750 in my 2017 duster AMT, it has wired carplay & android auto.
I only use carplay and it works well without any issues.



30-40K seems excessive, please check the correct cost at Renault ASC or some other after market sellers like boodmo. I replaced my front OE struts with Monroe branded ones they work absolutely fine. Monroe is the manufacturer for the Renault OE ones as well, they are practically the same.

https://boodmo.com/catalog/part-strut-6621726/

https://web.tecalliance.net/tae/en/p...126;groups:854

Just got a detailed estimate with a total of 48k. Includes about 10k labour. He said he’s included engine mounts too as the vehicle’s engine is indeed vibrating a lot against the chassis and said it’s best to replace those 3 mounts (A, B, C) as well which adds to 9k. There is a possibility of some saving of about 8k if the old lower arms set is fine else this price holds; make would be either XF, Gabriel or SMIC depending on availability.

[ndp88]

Hello everyone,

Any suggestion on what Tyres I should go for the replacement of stock units?

I am driving Duster CVT RXS (2019) on 215 / 65 R16. These OEM tyres did okayish duty for 45K run but now constant punctures and not able to maintain pressure. Replacement is overdue. My use heavy towards highways. Never liked stock tyres due to noise, but had to run them till they run out.

Based on readings here, I am inclined towards Yokohama Geolander A/T G015. Kindly suggest. Thank you.

P.S: Would also appreciate if you recommend reliable retailer outlet to consider in Mumbai.

[HillMan]

Originally Posted by ndp88

Hello everyone,

Any suggestion on what Tyres I should go for the replacement of stock units?

P.S: Would also appreciate if you recommend reliable retailer outlet to consider in Mumbai.

I like the design of Goodyear WRANGLER AT tyres. They last long as well. I still have 30% tread life left after 50000kms usage.


Try: https://tyresnmore.com/goodyear-215-...l-at-satl.html
I have used their services in Bangalore. They come home and change the tyre. They are connected to multiple dealers but have a central support and contact.

[HillMan]

Originally Posted by sunny13

How much does the resale value of this car come to? Considering I would want to have another SUV (compact), that would cost me no less than a 15-20 lac. Sets me thinking..

Branded car resellers like Spinny, Cars24 etc quoted me between 3:50 to 3.8L for my 2013 RXL 85PS which had done 93000Kms. Maruti Truvalue had the best value, they offered 4.10L plus exchange bonus and dealer discount. But my Duster had battery replacement last year and suspensions were changed two years back. Rode like new. Infotainment was showing its age and its brightness was going dim.

[condor]

Guys, looking for the boot open lever for a 2019 Duster. Any leads, pls share. Have tried with dealer and boodmo, but no luck

[HillMan]

Originally Posted by condor

Guys, looking for the boot open lever for a 2019 Duster. Any leads, pls share. Have tried with dealer and boodmo, but no luck

I am only aware of a lever for fuel lid and bonnet. For the boot the door unlock button used to do the job.

[Shanmd]

So this happened. It took 10 years. 85, Single driven. Only thing not working is the usb slot.

[PreethamNag]

Hello all,

So one of my friends wanted to buy a used car around 8-9 lakh budget and I suggested him to go with Duster. His usage is not more than 1000 kms a month so he wanted a petrol one.
We have found a 21 model around 18000 kms done 1.5 petrol
Is it a good choice now ?
How is the mileage in city and highway, how reliable is the engine and what might be the service costs.
The car is still under warranty also has the maintenance package from Renault

Please help with your views

Thanks