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Forum server settings changed

by xantia_v6 » 07 May 2024, 19:01 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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Due to excessive server loading caused by some badly behaved 'bots' (automated content collectors), I have changed the anti-ddos settings on the site to be much more aggressive.

This has had the desired effect of reducing the server loading from 100% to about 10% (the other 90% was coming from just 8 IP addresses located in China).

There may...

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I have been keeping an eye on the server performance, and the every 5 minutes same addresses would flood the forum with requests for a few seconds before getting blocked again.

In the last hour they seem to have got bored and gone away.

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08 May 2024, 10:30
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

by GiveMeABreak » 09 Dec 2023, 17:48 » in Diagnostics

PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

The following will cover most basic equipment, but will exclude later systems & Tech.

PSA Electrical Diagrams Introduction - Function and Constitution of Codes
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Coding of Functions
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Component Coding
PSA Electrical Diagrams -...

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09 Dec 2023, 17:48
Citroen, DS Automobiles and Peugeot Official Part Number Requests

by GiveMeABreak » 15 May 2021, 13:55 » in Citroën
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Please make all your Citroen , DS Automobiles or Peugeot Parts Requests on this thread

This thread is only for donating members who wish to request official part numbers or Parts Diagrams.

Please don't post technical queries or ask 'how to' questions here. Create a thread in one of the main Citroen / Peugeot Forums for these queries....

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71 is bolt M6 x 1mm x 20mm (part no 692395 @ £1.46).
18 is the clamp, part no 1714R4 @ £10.73
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05 May 2024, 17:57
Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jun 2020, 17:01 » in Useful links
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Just for members to be aware that airbagteam.com based in the UK are offering a 10% discount to FCF members on any of their services.

The FCF does not endorse any company directly, but thought this would be of use to members.

Full details of their services and the discount can be found here:

Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

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Re the 407 door seal issue and airbag warnings, after a few days of rain and testing with the hose, I gave up as water was still pooling on top of the bottom door seal and then running inside the car.

My solution was to put a few holes thru the seal with a leather hole punch tool which seems to allow the water to exit (the door seal gets squashed...
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07 Mar 2024, 23:42
Important Information concerning access to PSA parts data

by xantia_v6 » 19 Mar 2020, 04:19 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues
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As some of you may already have realised, PSA (Citroen, DS Automobiles & Peugeot) have this week (from 16/03/2020) decided to close off free access to parts information.

The public version of PSA's ServiceBox, which is the official source for parts and information has had a freely accessible parts system for registered garages, and individual...

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Please note: This Thread is now Locked.

Please Make All Your Citroen or Peugeot Parts Requests Here

All parts requests from this topic have been moved there.
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14 Nov 2021, 07:21
New PSA Heritage Parts for Classic Cars

by GiveMeABreak » 11 Oct 2019, 16:18 » in Citroën

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Parts for Classic / Older Citroen, Peugeot Renault Vehicles

This may be of interest to Members with older vehicles where getting parts is a struggle and for those not already aware of the site.

PSA are embarking on a project to provide some supplies of original and re manufactured parts for older vehicles and classics, and have made it a...

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I'm trying them for anything showing up as NFP now.
Sometimes hit lucky.

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24 Jan 2020, 16:49
Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:22 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

Please note that there is a new procedure in place for members wishing to take advantage of a 15% discount off products from Easydiagnostics.

The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.

After discussions with Jim from ED today, we have agreed a new...

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03 May 2018, 17:22

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Xantia Rear ABS Sensor Renewal

by red_dwarfers » 15 Jan 2009, 17:24
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Diagnosis
To diagnose a faulty ABS Sensor you ideally need to have access to a diagnosis tool such as a Lexia to tell you which sensor is at fault. Failing this, most of the time it is also possible to use these pinout diagrams and measure the resistance of each sensor -
Up to Jan 1998:

From Jan 1998 onwards:

The ABS ECU is located just...

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The rear sensor mount is a brilliant piece of lateral thinking. Obvious really - once someone has thought of it!
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12 Jul 2015, 15:10
DIY C5 Height Setting tools

by Sloppysod » 14 Apr 2024, 16:38

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As I don't have a ramp I put my thinking head on when is came to measuring the front, the rear is not such a problem.
Put the car on my ramps, cleaned the measuring areas and double sided a 30mm x 40mm x 5mm plywood to both area. (Thicker Ply may be be better, 10mm?).
Then got an old tape measure and screwed this to a small piece of 20mm MDF, cut...

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Nice one Stu

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14 Apr 2024, 20:13
PSA Tweeter not connected

by Runeelling » 14 Apr 2024, 08:09

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I would asume this is the case of many models from the PSA group.
My Berlingo and many others i have looked at has no sound from the tweeter speeaker in the door.

I pulled of the cover and yes the tweeter is installed, but the plug is not connected. I think this is done by purpose to earn a little more money if you buy the car with upgraded...

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Interesting! Still if there are 2 connections - I would still just think they had a trainee on that day and plugged the wrong connector in! :-D

Never heard of this before - ever...

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14 Apr 2024, 12:08
C4X Wi-Fi not working

by emircanakisci » 25 Mar 2024, 18:49

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Hello guys,

I own a C4X 1.2 130HP 2022. My problem is car Wi-Fi is not working and I can not check updates or use connected services. My dealer says they have no idea about the issue but I believe that it is not a hardware issue but software.

Is it somehow possible to activate Wi-Fi connection?

There is a Wi-Fi section in the settings but...

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You'll need to read through your vehicle manual as there are specific things you need to do about connecting your smartphone first of all before you can access these features.

It is all explained in the owner's manual:

Select your language first, then the vehicle, and then the age range of your vehicle, then you will be able to get the full...

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25 Mar 2024, 19:56
Lexia Cable issues

by Trainman » 27 Jul 2014, 17:35
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When I originally purchased my Lexia/Peugeot Planet, I discovered that the OBD to 30 Square Pin adaptor (used no older models ie Xantia and XM) wouldn't work

I decided therefore to purchase the 30 pin Circle to 30 Pin Square adaptor, however, this didn't work either.

In a conversation with a couple of people I was sent a couple of...

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Interesting that it's trying to communicate with an automatic gearbox - aren't all Xantia Activa V6's manual gearboxes ???

Is that with the correct VIN number / RPO number entered ? If so the Lexia software should know your car doesn't have an auto box.

You are correct, this was just for testing purposes and the VIN was typed as all 1s.
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05 Feb 2023, 18:05
sagging headliner

by Vic Evans » 16 Sep 2022, 12:19

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I hadn't used my '99 Pug 806 for ages & when I went to use it found the head lining had come unstuck & was sagging around my ears.
A professional recover would have cost more than the car's value so as the glue was still tacky I had a go at re-fixing the lining.
My first attempt with a hair drier was nearly OK but didn't seem to have stuck it back...

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Very inventive. I just thought I'd mention it as that's what they use officially if they need to remove any parts of the headlining, but you have sorted it now, nice job.

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16 Sep 2022, 22:18
Brake Fluid Tester

by Estately » 14 Sep 2022, 17:57

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Hi,
For those interested, Lidl are selling Bake Fluid testers £6.99.
I have no connection with Lidl - just thought it would be a useful item for the motoring kit.

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I think it is shown in the Lidl and Aldi thread;

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14 Sep 2022, 18:07
DVLA WEBSITE OPENING HOURS

by Skull » 19 May 2022, 18:33

I'm currently disputing a ROAD TAX refund issue with DVLA as the website only operates between 7.00 AM to 7.00 PM :shock:

Just in case other members aren't aware as it caught me out. :oops:

If you are selling a car/bike on the last day of the month and want to notify them online of the sale to generate your Road Tax refund for the remaining...

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19 May 2022, 18:33
Engine Clean?

by tizdaz » 14 Apr 2022, 21:26

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Hi guys, i have a diesel C4 Grand Picasso 1.6, I'm thinking of giving inside the engine bay a good once over to try get as much much/oil/grease etc off it as possible, what is the best/safest way to do this?

Is it a matter of giving the engine area a spray of some cleaner (which one is best!?) and then jet wash to rinse it off etc, or is there...

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I would NEVER recommend any water spray or jet / pressure washing inside the engine bay - ever. There are too many electronic modules and open connectors poorly protected where the wires enter the connectors. Rust is another issue, so if you want to avoid years of electrical problems, leave well alone and just use a cloth and a little engine...

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15 Apr 2022, 11:47
Bearing press ease.

by Huskyxantia » 13 Jan 2022, 15:44

Brought this press what a great piece of kit & speeds up pressing bearings in no end.

I had my eye on these for almost 2 years and had an offer via ebay, other sites avaliable, the off was from £169.99 to £70.
Just has to, ive used it today presses bearings in nice and square had to use a hollow bar as an extention to the original handle as its a...

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13 Jan 2022, 15:44
CV boot grease

by Estate87 » 04 May 2021, 22:31

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Evening all

What's the best way to remove CV boot grease from the inside of an alloy? Will a decent alloy cleaner get rid of the grease?

Cheers

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Another one for the bio clothes washing liquid in warm water!
Makes a really good, water-based, de-greasant. :idea1:

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05 May 2021, 12:40
c3 key fob problem solved

by johnbo » 17 Oct 2020, 19:38

For quite a while previously dash board message telling me key fob battery low. changed the battery several times the message continued. However because the fob still functioned I chose to ignore it until recently when I had to press the lock/unlock buttons several times before the central locking activated. I am not without technical knowledge as...

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17 Oct 2020, 19:38
New boy on the block tool

by Subsonicnat » 16 Apr 2019, 20:57
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Was out doing thr rounds on one of my Market Stalls and was shown a NEW To Me,
RACHET SOCKET HANDLE..
It consisted of the normal Ratcheting,FORWARDS/BACKWARDS,BUT,,
Here is the Neat Bit, You DO NOT Use it like a conventional Ratchet handle,
YOU TWIST THE HANDLE,And Ratchet Turns left or right, YES,You may have to RELEASE IT in the Normal...

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As With all tools you buy mate, Suck it and see,,, If no good goes in the Bin.
was only bought for Later on when the item is loose,not reallly for massive Torque,and putting back hard to Start bolts..Manifolds a typical example ..
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10 Oct 2020, 13:15
BX Head Gasket Failure - The Culprit

by VisaGTi16v » 14 Aug 2004, 23:35
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Kinda related. It was the radiator in my old 1.6 visa gti that caused the head gasket to go. I took it out and flushed it both ways and it water passed through fine. Only later on did I find out that only the top third of it was hot, bottom 2 thirds stone cold. So it was clearly totally blocked inside and had 1/3 of its cooling capability. Worth...

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Would suggest starting a new thread for this one, if needed - this BX thread is now 8+ years old.
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31 May 2020, 10:10
Tire Pressure

by xlee11 » 22 Oct 2019, 22:59

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I was told ideally, tire pressure should be measured when tires are cold—that is when I have driven less than a mile. Otherwise, the tires may have heated up, increasing the inflation pressure inside them by several pounds. What is the correct air pressure for my tires? related to temperature? Many Thanks

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I just came across a post the other day about tire pressure . it helps. The tire pressure in cold weather decreases by a few psi. :) The pavement cools your tires and the air inside it.

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12 Apr 2020, 04:15
To prime or not?

by osx » 05 Apr 2020, 15:33

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Decided to repair some scratches on the front wing but during sanding I found more layers of paint. Looks like the previous owner had done some paintwork which he didn't tell me about.
I started sanding with 400 and finished with 800 grit.
I was planning to just spray the base coat and a few coats of lacquer but not sure how this would work with...

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It already worked once as you've only just noticed the old paint after taking the top coats of paint off - so I would just put on the new paint and lacquer as long as it's clean and grease free.

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05 Apr 2020, 18:48
2-for-1: drain pot and tool tray

by white exec » 12 May 2017, 11:55

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Have had these two in use for several years, quickly made from a discarded 20-litre HDPE container...

Place on side, run a line around, and cut into two with a jigsaw...

Result:
Oil/fluid drain tray*, with handle and pouring neck...

Tray for tools and widgets...

Not original, but free and durable.

* After emptying out dirty oil,...

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Should have its own thread made from rubbish etc, Would make good sledge

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31 Jan 2020, 18:16
Repair for Hateful Xantia Lock Button

by thorter » 27 Jun 2013, 14:43

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When the tab on a door lock button broke despite considerable care, I investigated a bodge to jam the two parts back. In my assorted paper clip box, I found item 1, used by scribes and shysters to clip pages of writs together. To experiment, I cut off a length of the strip. It turned out to be thin enough to slide between the button and the inner...

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Very good.....I will be another one to do this....fantastic !

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19 Jan 2020, 13:12
Definitive Programming Procedure: Deadlocks (Infrared Remote ie Xantia Series 1)

by Rhothgar » 18 Jan 2020, 11:55

I struggled to find any definitive programming procedure on the forum namely in part because the search facility always removes Xantia. Maybe an advanced search would have brought something up.

I removed both circuit boards from my existing key and the one sent to me, by CitroJim, prior to reprogramming.

An Emergency Key is simply a key blade...

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18 Jan 2020, 11:55
Which one puts engine under more pressure? High load lower RPM or low load higher RPM?

by LFY » 25 Dec 2019, 18:29

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Hello to everyone.

I live in an area in which there is a relatively steep uphill. I have to pass it every time I want to drive my car. I have tested my car in that road and the results are as following:

1 - If I drive with 3rd gear, I need to stay @ 4500 RPM to travel at the speed of 80 km/h. I press throttle about 30% to keep a steady speed. If...

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. . . top gear produces a much greater movement from the temperature gauge than dropping to fourth to maintain the same or similar road speed. It never moves much, but has always seemed to be an indication to me that the throttle position had a far greater impact on how hard the engine was working than crankshaft speed.
I reckon that's one of the...

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04 Jan 2020, 10:23
contact cleaner and releasing agent

by moizeau » 30 Apr 2019, 20:05

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Following the purchase yesterday of a 1980 Z1000ST that hasn't moved for 10 years I need to add 2 very important items to the workshop shelf. Namely a degrippant, I've always used red diesel due to it's searching qualities, but I feel it may not cut it on this job. The other thing is a good contact cleaner.
Cheers all

Oh and does any know of a...

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I was painting with Hammerite a couple of days ago. Been here for years and was getting pretty hard to work with.
Going to put a splash of acetone in and it wasn't a bottle with a tiny hole in the neck, where you have to squeeze the bottle to get some out.
Oh No! it is a standard bottle. Tin half full of acetone and it splashed all over the work I...

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25 May 2019, 22:00
citroen c15 d cooling system

by palmtree » 19 Mar 2019, 20:17

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hi all
i have a 1990 c15 diesel
it has had a later rad fitted but with bodged up pipework and today the hose from top of rad split
i was wondering which way to go ,
look for an original age related rad with the rad caap on it
or stick to the later rad with an expansion bottle and cap
fo rthe later system i need some piework

thing is i need...

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The black hose connecting radiator top hose (thermostat output) to the expansion tank will be sufficient on its own to allow coolant to expand into, and return from, the tank.

The blue hose (from the top of the thermostat housing) will work as a possible escape route for trapped air, but also risks air being sucked back from the expansion tank as...

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20 Mar 2019, 22:43
Heat Shrink

by Subsonicnat » 04 Feb 2019, 22:37

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We all know there is heat shrink tubing,but,,Was looking for TAPE with the same properties.
Found it in Screwfix,,,it doesn t need heat but STRETCHING to about twice its length..
Works a treat, The times I forgot to run tubing over the wire before soldering then cutting and soldering again,drove me mad,Trying to get it done quickly..
No heat...

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You can get split shrink wrap, expensive though - & really don't know how it works.

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25 Feb 2019, 21:53
cat litter

by Subsonicnat » 05 Feb 2019, 21:02

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Hi Guys,
Have you been suffering misted windows.???. if so,,,,,
Two Socks,Preferably washed,lol,,, FILL The Foot Part With CAT LITTER.
Just Twist the top couple of times,,,TURN BACK OVER ITS SELF.
Put The Second sock over the First,,Twist once,,DOUBLE BACK Just to make it neat..
Leave in for a couple of days,it should start working,After a few...

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I wasn't thinking of the smell but the fact that the cheap (china clay?) stuff turns to sticky white mud when damp. There are still grey patches on the road outside the house where I'd sprinkled it on oil spillages 2 or 3 years ago.

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25 Feb 2019, 21:49
C5 X7 Pollen Filter Replacement & Air System Clean How To

by GiveMeABreak » 21 Jan 2017, 19:09

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I thought I would post up a 'How To' on replacing the C5 X7 Pollen Filter and Cleaning the Air Con / Air System, specifically for the Right Hand Drive model, as the very few You Tube videos on this are for Left Had Drive vehicles and are are generally not in English. Citroen Service docs don't really help much either as they show the process for a...

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Excellent, pleased they helped. I think it’s the satisfaction of knowing you now have a clean filter in there!

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16 Sep 2018, 19:37
Hand Cleanser & Other Tools

by Pug_XUD_KeenAmateur » 04 Dec 2016, 18:08
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a wee tip to share when you've spent a few hours in the engine bay & your hands are black...

...I used to use straight washing up liquid, but have now found that its much easier to squeeze a bit of Diesel into your hands from a small bottle, rub hands together, then apply washing up liquid as normal.

Readilly available, dirt cheap and...

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... ♫♪ for hands ♫ that do ♪ dishes....♫

Very impressed Gibbo!
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01 Jun 2018, 16:37
New car, important things to do for longevity?

by MortyDK » 06 Jul 2015, 21:52
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Dear all,

I'm a long time Citroen Xantia driver, who's currently thinking about buying a new car for daily transport for the family. Our plan would be to buy a new car, and keep it for a good while -- 8+ years.

Money is a bit tight, so we would like the new car to be reliable, and last.

Besides corrosion protection & reading the manual...

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I have used an aerosol sprayable grease (made by Innotec), and it was remarkable stuff. Sprayed on as easily as thin paint, but turned into a thick, clingy and water-repellant grease within several minutes.

Did try to obtain some Wurth cavity wax (fluid) here, from their large trade supply-base in Malaga, but they first denied the product...
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01 Jun 2018, 12:31
DIY sphere removal tool

by Xaccers » 11 May 2007, 16:30
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It's been mentioned a few times and I really can't remember who first introduced me to it in a thread so I can't give credit where it's due, but here's how to make your own sphere removal tool from B&Q for around a tenner.

You'll need the following:
Box bar, about 2x2cm and 1m long (I think that's the shortest B&Q do)
M6 threaded rod, again I...

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Apart from being cheaper, it's also quicker to get hold of.

You sure? Round lampposts are ever so expensive...

Also, if you need the leverage exerted by a lamppost to remove spheres then you're doing something wrong...

...and the gas one outside my first house had grooves in it. :)

Peter

:rofl2: To all of that!
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16 May 2018, 16:54
Help - Whistly Window seals

by Michel » 13 Nov 2017, 12:38

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Hi All,

my Grand Picasso has a Whistly Window - rear passenger, when above about 55mph. It's quite annoying... what is the best way to resolve this? is there something I can clean and lubricate the seals and channels with? I was thinking a light smear of silicon grease...

Thanks for any ideas,
Mike

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I do have some silicon spray that you could try.

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13 Nov 2017, 14:05
Redex Advaned (Diesel)

by jimmymarsbar » 29 Aug 2016, 22:18

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Over the last couple of weeks I've had a great opportunity to measure the changes in fuel consumption after using Redex Advanced for diesel engines.

After a trip to Wales, I did over 500 miles of mixed driving in my Megane 1.5 dci tourer/estate and still had about 12 litres left from a full tank. I was quite chuffed with the performance.

Fast...

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After eight months of dosing with Redex there was no improvement but it did improve when I stopped using it.
I have used premium fuels in the past but had no benefit from them whatsoever.

Same here Steve, tried them repeatedly, over extended periods of time, and never seen any benefit at all from them. I believe that if people do get increased...

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12 Nov 2017, 08:59
C5 X7 Tourer rear spoiler removal made easy...

by Lenny » 05 Nov 2017, 21:00

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Hi all,

Having had to remove the rear spoiler from my C5 twice in the last year (high-level brake light then washer tube) I'm amazed that all that trim has to come off to access two of the four screws that hold the spoiler in place.

So the last time I did it I made a couple of holes in the interior trim to make it much quicker in the future. A...

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Hic !

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05 Nov 2017, 21:56
1.6 HDi Buying guide

by RichardW » 24 Nov 2014, 22:02
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The 1.6 16V Hdi engine is everywhere, so it's inevitable that more and more members are going to be looking at them - it's really the only diesel choice unless you want to fork out for a high spec model with the 2.0 engine. However, there are a few issues with it - not least its reputation for eating turbos - which will rather spoil your day. The...

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Gary, yiou can get it for under £17 but that's not the recommended ol for these engines AFAIK. Total Ineo ECS is PSA certified and recommended for DPF engines (low saps).
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05 Nov 2017, 20:18
Mounting a camera & Screen to see your pedals

by falling-out-with-my-car » 05 Feb 2017, 13:26
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Hello,
Im going to start with a picture as others have expressed some interest in this little setup.
so here it is: It would cost a lot of money to have an adaptations company do this for you.

I am loosing feeling in my feet through Neuropathy I can move my feet and legs fine they are just numb.

I would like to help anyone else in similar...

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Chris,

None Taken.
My insurance company know already and have done since diagnosis as it would be illegal not to tell them. As do the DVLA.
I was testing your comments last night whilst out and about and glancing at the display screen takes no longer than looking at the
speedo or in the rear view mirror, side mirrors or at the cars central...
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30 Oct 2017, 13:00
transmission and clutch

by decoban » 18 Sep 2017, 16:42

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Hi guys.

I'm about to change the flywheel (and clutch ecc.) on my C4 grand Picasso from 2010 with egs. (half automatic transmission)
My diagnostic tool can't handle that operation and need to find one that does. What tool and software should i use for this operation? :)

regards Klaus

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The clone I bought was from a seller called syllablegrow , arrived quickly and works fine so far, if you are going to gamble on a Chinese one. Alternatively where are you located? (Can't see if it's on your profile as am on iPod at the mo) maybe someone on here could try their kit and see what it says. I know I'd be happy to do so if you're nearby...

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24 Sep 2017, 15:28
Micellar wipes

by MikeT » 22 Aug 2017, 18:35

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Got a used car? Then don't buy micellar wipes (2 packs for £1 from poundland) and use them on your steering wheel (or any other oft-used car controls) if you've a delicate constitution. :shock:

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oh no. not anotrher one :shock:

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24 Aug 2017, 16:25
Van Racking

by Steven86 » 08 May 2017, 09:10

Hi guys,
I want to install a good racking system into my Citroen Jumpy. I considered making it by myself, but the van is quite new and I am not really talented in working with wood and don’t want my van to look messy.
I found this one online: . Does anyone have a self-made racking system? Or bought a ready one?
Looking forward to your answers!

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08 May 2017, 09:10
Fitting a Bosch pump to the XUD11 (2.1td)

by mark21td » 14 Aug 2009, 23:10

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This is only a rough guid, I will add more info later

I've done this on my 1997 406 2.1td

Any Bosch fully machanical (no ecu) pump (with sprocket)/pipes/injectors/ cold start unit (the cable that goes from the back of the pump to the thurmostat) from a 1.9 td (XUD9) peugeot / citrion will do, try to find a pump that has no immobaliser (if thats...

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Very nice info that guys 8-)

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27 Apr 2017, 07:26
Re-greasing CV joints through split gaiter

by Hell Razor5543 » 28 Sep 2014, 17:59

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I have had a gaiter develop a very small split (less than 1cm in length), through which some grease has escaped. Although I do intend to replace the gaiter, I still need to use Gracie until such time permits. I did not want to widen the split any further, but I needed to get some grease back in there (before sealing said split). I then remembered...

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I've also very successfully repaired a cruise control bellows using a bicycle patch too...

One thing I have found is that bicycle patches are not compatible with LHM and soon melt into a sticky mess!

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17 Apr 2017, 16:43
How to reassembe needle rollers on Triaxe joints on GS/GSA and possibly BX.

by uhn113x » 13 Apr 2017, 15:05

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I know these are a damn nuisance if you want to dismantle the joint so it can be washed out and re-greased properly, so here's the easy way to do it.
You need:
A short piece of metal bar if the same diameter as the projecting part of the joint. I used a 1/4 socket.
An O-ring that will fit the above (or an elastic band).
C - cleaner.jpg D -...

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Or Military Intelligence!

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13 Apr 2017, 17:53
A nice book

by Gibbo2286 » 06 Apr 2017, 10:37

I had this given to me recently, if you like a lot of car info and pics you will like this.

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06 Apr 2017, 10:37
Wheel nut cover remover

by Richard_C » 27 Oct 2016, 21:27

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Ever since hard chrome plating was outlawed, most wheel nuts on alloys have little shiny plastic covers that you need to pull off to get a wheel brace on. That can be awkward if they are in deep holes on the wheel. I've struggled on one or two cars if they haven't been off for a while.

Just got a new (to me) C4 Pic and bought a spare wheel/jack...

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Just so long as you are whacking the teaspoon with the hammer, and not the nail (on your thumb).

Shades of . . . & when I nod my head- you hit it with a hammer !

Seriously though, even my '96 had these covers (although they are tin ) so don't think it has anything to do with Euro chrome regs. They come off easy enough using a wall drive socket...

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24 Feb 2017, 11:08
405 Rear Brake Adjusters

by Pug_XUD_KeenAmateur » 11 Feb 2017, 11:35

Useful mention....

following an MOT failure on 'Rear Brake Imbalance' among other things, I decided I needed a new set of adjusters

So having worked out that my shoes are the LS1233 type (Lucas with Roll Pin as opposed to without )

I then realised I couldn't find any adjusters anywhere

So cross-referencing the list of other cars those shoes...

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11 Feb 2017, 11:35
C5 Handbrake cable-top tip

by 411514 » 05 Feb 2017, 18:37

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As some of you may be aware, the Mk1 (at least) C5 handbrake cables are routed through metal guide tubes running from below the centre-console, alongside the exhaust, to the wheel arch.

It seems to be the case that, over time, most likely due to the heat from the exhaust, the cable sheath welds itself to the inner wall of the guide tube. As a...

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Last time mine were replaced I had them grease the guide tubes and cables - I presumed water ingress to be the culprit but your reasoning appears sound enough.

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05 Feb 2017, 19:44
Stretchy CV joint boot fitting trick.

by dnsey » 16 Oct 2016, 10:15

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I replaced a CV joint boot yesterday on my son's Micra, using one of those stretchy univeral replacements. I didn't want to remove the driveshaft (the gear oil fillers tend to seize on these boxes), but found it impossible to get a decent pull on the boot to get it over the expansion cone tool. I then hit on an idea: I found a tiin can which...

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an Addendum to this.

I've never had too much trouble with CV Boots, unless you count doing daughter's 106D boot three times in quick succession coz the first two times I erroneously used a standard boot instead of a small one, which quickly chaffed and therefore wore out....

...but I was once again doing a 'repeat' job back at the weekend,...

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18 Jan 2017, 20:54
(Xsara) 1.4 TU alternator replacement (with AC and PAS)

by djoptix » 24 Nov 2016, 15:43

I replaced the alternator on Mrs Optix's Xsara this morning. Overall a straightforward job, except that there are many many variations of pulley and tensioner arrangements on the 1.4 engine, and the HBOL doesn't have the arrangement that mine has at all! I spent some time trying and failing to work things out, so I thought I'd post a quick...

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24 Nov 2016, 15:43
Expert Van Woes

by Hell Razor5543 » 21 Nov 2016, 14:35

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There are numerous components that are coded together. If I knew what they all are I would post them up, but I don't. However, somebody with the relevant knowledge should come along with the information you need.

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At a minimum need BSi, chip from key and possibly any other ECU from the original DW8 donor car. No guarantee this will actually work either as you're using a completely different engine type.

Far far quicker / easier to de-armour pump and fit a conventional solenoid to it.

Caution: Inform insurance company of this.

Note: Solenoid for this...

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21 Nov 2016, 18:45
Fixing Window Control Module

by Hell Razor5543 » 28 Sep 2016, 17:43

I was up at the scrappy today (I have mentioned a C5 estate in the 'For Sale' section) and, amongst other things, I bought the drivers door switch module (as my C5 would not automatically raise the front passenger window; I would have to hold the switch). While the one I bought turned out to not be suitable, it did show me how the unit worked, so...

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28 Sep 2016, 17:43
Ametech Engine Restorer

by rookie » 30 May 2014, 17:28

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Yes yes, I know, many people call it Snake Oil etc etc.
However, I can only speak from experience, so here goes.
As a couple of you helpful gentlemen know, i recently acquired a Citroen Synergie HDi (the one with the brakes that kept locking on-now sorted)

Anyway, when I bought it it was smoking profusely which i originally thought was due to a...

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Sorry, just catching up on my old posts. The Ametech worked very well Jim,

Excellent, good to know and worth going for then...

Thanks for letting us know :D Better late than never ;)

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25 Sep 2016, 07:46
206 1.6 HDi radiator / air con condensor replacement.

by onthecut » 29 May 2016, 19:09

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Well, decided to bite the bullet having got my new condensor and fitted it today. Bit fiddly, but yes, it can be done without bumper removal, grille removal or complete fan carrier removal. For me, it worked out like this.

Undo and remove the four push fit clips that secure the upper part of the front grille assembly to the rad carrier. Remove...

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Great write up thanks. :)

Regarding the cooling system on the 8v TU petrol units on these, if you can unhook the bottle and raise it slightly (some models have enough movement in the pipework to allow this), earlier ones usually as its not the solid plastic 'return' pipe, this can help as the extra 'gravity' from the bottle being higher helps....

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29 May 2016, 20:30
Xantia II - Radiator fan motor removal

by VertVega » 18 May 2011, 16:52

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Here is a pic story of radiator fan removal without removing the bumper .

I have done this a couple of times and this time I decided to take time
and see how long does it actually take :wink:

Took pic in the beginning of the job and also during different phases:

Important ! : Fan blade screw has left hand threads. i.e. screw driver...

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Switching on the AC in standstill traffic seems a bit counter-intuitive, but the additional heat produced by it is more than compensated for by the fans running at low speed, and keeping the temp gauge down - and reducing the baking temperatures in the engine bay.

On an old BX19RD, we had twin fans, in the usual series-parallel 3-relay...

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25 Apr 2016, 14:26

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