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Takata Airbag Recall Documentary

by GiveMeABreak » 06 Mar 2025, 17:55 » in Citroën
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Given the number of 'After-sales campaign' notices concerning Takarta Airbags I have been made aware of when looking up parts from PSA for members, I thought I would post a link to the following documentary that may be informative concerning the issue with these igniters.

According to Takata, the chemicals in the airbags’ explosive charge can...

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My DS5, VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] should be eligible for recall, but my vehicle is in China and I cannot find the corresponding service provider. Could you please contact me officially and tell me how to handle this? ????_20251024002629_33_148.png
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23 Oct 2025, 17:32
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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Parts Service Announcement - 21st March 2025

Please note that there is a temporary disruption to our 'Parts Service', so we will be unable to provide any official parts for members at the present time. Please refer to the Post HERE for further info

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Disruption to Parts Service

As you may be aware, the consolidation of the old PSA to the Stellantis Group systems has resulted in both a merge of data tools and a requirement to migrate PSA accounts to Stellantis Systems.

This has caused some problems for organisations like ours and the Team are currently looking at the best way forward. This...
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21 Mar 2025, 10:53
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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I don't have knowledge of the Peugeot, but the issue of a loose connection is known with several makes of car.
I doubt the piece of plastic holding the cable to the floor will cause an issue with the air bag light, but an intermittent loose connection in the plug and socket almost certainly will. Check for a good electrical connection within. Look...
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14 Mar 2026, 06:55
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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anti-virus is blocking.......

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16 Sep 2024, 21:28
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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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
Cleaning out your Pela or other vacuum extractor

by spider » 04 Feb 2016, 18:59

Or other 'vacuum' oil extractor.

Although its probably not that necessary I do prefer mine reasonably clean.

I'm going to assume the exterior of it is already clean and you've wiped down the outside of the extraction pipe / the body itself and more importantly it is empty :D , do not do this if it is *not* empty.

1. Get an old mug ( as in...

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04 Feb 2016, 18:59
SensoDrive Gearbox Troubleshooting Information

by CitroJim » 14 Dec 2014, 16:35

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We're deeply indebted to charentejohn for gathering and collating the following information:

Over to John:

Sensodrive boxes in general.

The following is a summary of the links below but worth reading them anyway in order to understand the box I general.

Normal driving in Auto mode should give a slight hesitation between changes but be hardly...

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thnx

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21 Dec 2015, 13:33
What to buy Citrojim for Xmas

by MikeT » 10 Dec 2015, 18:18
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I saw this Citrojim, and thought of you.

It's a scented candle.

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its all in the name guys...

COST-a
Star-BUCKS

That just about sums it up :twisted:
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16 Dec 2015, 07:49
Adding a Glasses Case Mod to your C5 MkIII (X7) Tutorial

by GiveMeABreak » 22 Oct 2015, 21:51

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C5 Glasses / Sunglasses Storage Modification

Target Vehicle: Citroen C5 MKIII (X7) 2008 on
Peugeot Part: 9128 AR
Price: £25.68
Tools: Torx 20, Small flat head Screwdriver
Time: About 20-30 Minutes
Tech Level: Easy

Scenario: If like me, you have a pair of glasses or sunglasses and case that you keep in the car, there are very few places...

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Fantastic :D

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10 Nov 2015, 16:19
C4 Picasso Hints and Tips

by RichardW » 07 Jan 2013, 21:49

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There's not much about maintaining these on the net yet, and there's no BOL (although there is a Revue Technique which I might invest in!) so as I do jobs I thought I'd post up here how to do it for future reference.

Pollen filter

Oh, this is a right game. They didn't swap over the pollen filter / AC pipes for RH drive cars, so the pollen filter...

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Richard, another excellent article - thankyou 8-)
Regards

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09 Nov 2015, 14:23
How accurate are tyre air pressure gauages?

by ihatecars » 19 Aug 2014, 12:49

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My Xantia needs 33psi, had new tyres fitted and when I got home to check with pencil type gauage and it showed 25psi. :shock: I did a check as the steering did feel a little unusual.

So I've been back to the tyre place who were very helpful =D> they did work on the tyres and upon return I whipped out my pencil tyre pressure gauage in front of the...

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Sorry, sorry :oops: :oops: :oops:
That should have read 0.1 bar of course #-o

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31 Oct 2014, 21:36
Dreaded bsi ecu swap important info for future

by Roadrally » 20 Aug 2014, 09:13

Just a note for anyone that requires a replacement bsi or ecu.
If you purchase a 'complete set' off certain web based auction sites then you will require the vin number from the vehicle they were taken from. If you do not have the original vin then you will not be able to get the pin code to program in new keys or match ecu/bsi in the future.
If...

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20 Aug 2014, 09:13
Blower Transistor Replacement Guide In Pictures

by CitroJim » 21 Jul 2007, 20:47

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I've just replaced a set of Xantia Blower Transistors and took a few pictures.

Here is how to do the job:

1. Clamp the module into a vice and using a 6.5mm drill in a hand drill, drill out the rivets holding the transistors.

2. Drift out the old rivets carefully.

3. Desolder the base and emitter pins using a good solder sucker until...

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RS have them
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18 Jun 2014, 18:20
206 TU1.1JP AC pulley bypass belt sized

by citronut » 22 May 2014, 14:09

here is the link to my thread i ran for the above solution

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22 May 2014, 14:09
Removing Xantia Seats - how to

by Old-Guy » 20 May 2014, 20:57

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Xac is having the seats from the VSX and will need to becomes a dab hand at removing the seats so I thought I'd be helpful and relate my recent experience.

For the front seats, you need a long T40 (IIRC) bit, 3/8 adaptor, a long extension and a good rachet (or rachet plus 12 (ish braeker bar) because the seat cushions get in the way and the bolts...

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Guy, an excellent guide :-D

Thanks!

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21 May 2014, 04:24
Xantia heater matrix info

by RichardW » 02 Mar 2010, 08:37

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Jim describes the job in this thread (half way down page 2):

Matrix change info

And there's some more handy tips later in the thread.

I will try and remember to add any more relevant links to this post as they turn up.

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Thanks you!

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14 Apr 2014, 13:11
Speedometer dies when radio is left on after car turned off

by hj79 » 11 Feb 2014, 08:15

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I wanted to share an error that I have on my Peugeot 406 -00. Maybe it can happen to other PSA cars too, I don't know.

I bought a JVC radio player and put it in my car. This radio is *NOT* among the recommended models from Peugeot... Anyway, I installed it and it and it works fine, until I turn off the car and let the radio play that minute the...

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Is that a one-time fix, or does this guy have to keep doing that every time he turns off the car with the radio running? I've never heard of this kind of reaction -- why would it happen? Of course I've never come across a car without a radio either... My concern would be that if this can go wrong, what else may suddenly and strangely happen,...

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11 Apr 2014, 01:01
K & N air filters

by np » 21 Nov 2006, 22:56

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I`ve just put a K & N panel filter on my 406 HDI.All my local factors did`nt do 1 for the 406,or list 1.ECP`s did 1 for the Xantia,but not the 406.
After looking at
knfilters.com
the Xantia filter is the same as the 406 Hdi filter.K & N part 33-2539.Order`d a Xantia filter from ECP`s,£41 with the VAT,fits a treat.On the ECP reciept,its printed...

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I hadn't over oiled the K&N filter as it was pre oiled from new. It is strange about the flies though.

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22 Mar 2014, 21:18
Getting Spare Keys

by Ben82 » 06 Feb 2013, 18:43

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Wasn't sure whether this should go under the recommended sites, or under here :)

Note: This doesn't cover key fob remotes, but general consensus appears to be - don't buy second hand key fobs as you won't get them working, and will be a waste of money.
Note2: My Experience here only covers the C5, I don't expect other cars that have a similar...

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Found one problem when programming new key for C5 R that I bought from Citroen.
Loaded Lexia BSI - programming - replacement key.

I go through all the instructions put 1 key to be done, mistake key coded no problem and worked fine. However my existing key didn't :? so I go through it again and re-code existing key fine works OK Again new coded...

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21 Nov 2013, 12:57
[Clio mk2] How to Replace Recirculation Door Actuator

by gp92 » 28 Oct 2013, 16:34

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Just a little contribution to this forum. This video shows how to replace the recirculation door actuator on a Renault Clio mk2.

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Just a complement to the first video. It is intended for those who are having trouble in removing the screws of the recirculation door actuator.

Link to the new video:

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16 Nov 2013, 14:08
Xantia rear suspension struts and more

by RichardW » 16 Apr 2013, 21:29

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Both Chris Morewood and I have had to do battle with the Xantia rear suspension recently, and have picked up plenty of info and knowledge along the way. Both problems started with corrosion on the rear cylinder causing a leak - In Chris's case spontaneously, in my case as a result of a sphere change. As Xantias age, this is likely to become a more...

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Quick update: The Xantia with the non standard cylinders have unions that are standard on the C5, so pipes can easily be made up using the C5 unions. Should you have a corroded rear cylinder follow the procedure in the Dowty Seals Work thread onclick= window.open(this.href);return false; and they can be repaired for about £12 each cylinder.

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07 Nov 2013, 08:49
apprehensive/George Orwell syndrom

by citronut » 16 May 2013, 07:58

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my son has just set up a Drop box account on my Galaxy s2

what do you highly techy types think???

Or Or Or well syndrom????? :o :o :wink:

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Drop box is useful, especially for sharing files.
Another is Google's Drive, where you can also create and edit word documents and spreadsheets if you need to.
Both can be set to synchronise with a folder on your computer so is an easy way to get files to and from your phone, however the transfer speeds of Dropbox are not quick, so if you have a...

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16 May 2013, 12:18
fuel injection or hdi fuel pump power

by citroenxm » 09 May 2013, 17:08

Hi all.. not sure if this has been said before but i found today at least on hdi xantias that if you remove the double relay and then short pin 4 to pin 15 the tank fuel pumps runs constantly without the ignition on at all..

I assume petrols are the same as they use the same double relay do they not??

Just thought anyone might want to know...

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09 May 2013, 17:08
Airbag Light stay on?

by MikeT » 28 Aug 2008, 14:57

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Common problem with the Xantia - surprised it's not already been posted here, and as the subject's just been brought up again in the Citroen section, thought I should correct that oversight.

The problem is the pre-tensioner wiring under the front seats have unreliable connection blocks that presumably get stressed over the years. A clean and...

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Hi , I have a series 2 Xantia HDI and for a few months the Airbag light was flashing, I tried the wires under the drivers seat, no good tried cleaning the passenger airbag switch still no good then last week the guy with the Lexia who was working on the car told me that the switch was at fault as you might know I bought a used ECU from Exell...

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09 Mar 2013, 09:16
Poor starting HDi engines

by spider » 12 Feb 2013, 15:18

Mainly HDi's although a lot of this is generic too. This is aimed at those with a slow cranking speed rather than anything else.

Bear in mind with a HDi the ECU will not signal the injectors if the cranking speed is too low.

Given the higher compression on a diesel engine it takes more power to turn it so its essential to have a good, charged...

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12 Feb 2013, 15:18
Xantia Estate tailgate wiper motor mechanism lubrication

by VertVega » 15 Aug 2010, 20:19

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About more than a year ago tailgate wiper stopped working in my Xantia.
Wiper blade stayed on the half way :shock:
There was 12V at the motor end and the relay was also ticking at intervals when switched on from steering wheel control #-o
I decided to have a closer look at the motor and made it a weekend project.

Here’s the picture story....

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If tackling this job, check the state of the metal blades in the gearbox - the tip of the power feed (the one nearest the centre) broke off on mine and caused a dead short which blows the fuse (that also runs the indicators!). I was able to solder a new one on (still to be tested ATM):

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16 Nov 2012, 13:05
Blanking plugs - Radiator and thermostat housing

by spider » 09 May 2012, 16:40

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Something I should of posted a year ago if not more :oops: , probably only useful to XUD owners but possibly for anyone who needs a radiator blanking plug.

Anyway not sure how much use this may be but the openings for both rad fan switches and diesel waxstat (cold start cable) are the same.

Perhaps you have a radiator with a hole for a fan...

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To add a bit more, the leakoff rubber caps that you usually find on the 'end' injector, these are also very useful for blanking off small vacuum ports (EGR being a good example or if you have a small 'T' in the vacuum line etc) if required too.

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10 Nov 2012, 12:26
Sphere part number listings.

by handyman » 22 May 2008, 23:25

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Does anybody know if there is a site that lists all the part numbers for the Citroen spheres, both OE and pattern numbers?

I did have a listing from the internet but its on an old computer file that I cannot access at the moment and I cannot remember the site details to download it again, (grey matter going!)

Handyman

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is this why my local branch sold me a C5 type/shaped sphere to go on an N/A diesel BX????

Bet you had a bit of fun fitting that Malcolm...

not i Sir Jim
twoz Andy (Mothman ) if and when he fits it :twisted: :-D :wink:

what might be the prob'z then Jim?????

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27 Oct 2012, 09:35
Key cutting and copying for French cars.

by Rockley Lock & Safe » 19 Dec 2010, 10:18

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For pre 1995 cars there is no transponder at all, the key is copied as normal.
For post 1995 (UK spec) cars, transponders were introduced in an effort to combat theft, these used a 'fixed' code transponder.

These keys are prepared in two stages.
Firstly the key itself is cut, this is called the 'blade' and the key will now open the door(s) and...

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How does my spare key for the Berlingo (2004 model) work then?

The remote control key has a transponder in it. It unlocks/locks the doors remotely, and also starts the car.

The spare key just looks like a standard, thin, old fashioned car key, which unlocks and starts the car, just like this..

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27 Sep 2012, 12:35
Xantia Rev Counter Sticking On

by ACTIVE8 » 02 Apr 2009, 13:46

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If you have had your Xantia not start due to a flat battery, but it has just enough to crank a little bit, and therefore the problem where the rev counter swings around, and then stays stuck around on the dial, and now won't return from that position, then take a look through this post for an answer to the problem.

This can be frustrating, and I...

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If you have had your Xantia not start due to a flat battery......

=D> =D> =D> =D> =D>

Thanks, it worked a treat. i used some house hold fuse wire and about 1-2 min fiddling and i had both the Tacho and Speedo all sorted on my S1 Xantia. so tar, the virtual drinks are on me :beer:

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16 Sep 2012, 00:47
Xantia anti sink valve leak

by RichardW » 29 May 2012, 11:20

Leaks from the front anti sink valve are common. It can be repaired with an O-ring designed for the pump, info in this thread: anti sink valve repair

Possibly worth changing when the LHM tank is out for LHM change, as preventative maintenance!

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29 May 2012, 11:20
HDi Cambelt change (Reference to Xantia 110)

by RichardW » 10 Jan 2011, 12:54

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This is going to be a more common occurance now the HDi is getting to 10 years old, and at first glance the job looks nigh on impossible, but in reality it is not that bad.

Given that the belt life is supposed to 100k / 10 years, fork out on a decent timing belt kit - I got an SKF kit for around £55+VAT. Get a new water pump too - otherwise it's...

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As you can see my pully was worn out ! with spewing rust everywhere

The new belt

And from the top

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Last post by Xantia Dave
29 Apr 2012, 21:48
Making a damper pulley puller

by MikeT » 21 Jul 2008, 15:57

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This post relates to removing the damper pulley which drives the auxillary belt. It is necessary to remove this pulley if you're going to change the cambelt which sits behind it.

Firstly, you need to remove the 22mm bolt and spacer securing the pulley to the crankshaft. Then refit the bolt minus the spacer.

To make up a puller, I used two 8mm...

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Not as bad as the later one with the 'adjustable' keyway - I fail to see the point in keying it at all in that case!

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Last post by dnsey
29 Feb 2012, 21:23
Xantia clutch clip

by RichardW » 31 Jan 2007, 14:40

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Heard that dreaded twang, and the clutch pedal is now looking at you manacingly from the floor? You are in for some fun then.... This job is v awkward, but not difficult per-se. You can expect to spend at least a couple of hours on it, and to be scarred afterwards. Here's how to do it:

1. Remove the felt above the pedals and lower plastic trim...

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18 Nov 2011, 10:46
Australia: Electronics Component Supplier

by addo » 15 Oct 2011, 22:32

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For the time being (until they realise how much it is costing them?) Farnell Australia - now called Element 14 - offer free postage on all internet orders.

Yep, any value of order - you could about buy one resistor and it will arrive in a padded bag... Makes things like the blower control trannies extra-affordable.

Element 14 also offer a...

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you could about buy one resistor and it will arrive in a padded bag...
Farnell do charge postage on small orders her in the UK, but no wonder - if you ordered 100 resistors, they'd arrive in individual ziploc bags, in a padded bag, in a box.
A while ago they supplied me with a single back-ordered triac, which came in its own box of about a cubic...

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Last post by dnsey
22 Oct 2011, 22:40
Xantia Estate Trailing Arm Bearings

by addo » 15 Sep 2011, 10:48

In the PSA box, are Timken LM12749 tapered roller bearings.

Euro price for a genuine Citroën bearing is presently around EUR20 plus tax - EACH. I'm still smarting.

RockAuto and others sell the bearings for just over $4 apiece. Postage on the set won't make them dearer; no way.

Curiously, the grease seals are hard to find online but very...

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15 Sep 2011, 10:48
Don't cook your turbo!

by 2.1td » 08 Aug 2006, 12:52

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Owners of cars with a turbo, including diesels, may or may not know that it is considered wise to allow the engine to idle for a while after a long, fast run. This allows the turbo to cool down a little (with oil still circulating) and not cook after the engine is turned off. The following quote is from Wikipedia:
After high speed operation of...

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That is one of the (many) reasons that the police didn't have cars with Turbos as we didn't have the time to sit there idling them having arrived at the 'crime' as it were. Can you imagine the scene...'Officer, Officer thats the man that killed him over there, look he's just walking away! 'Sorry madam I've just got to let my cars turbo cool down...

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Last post by Dippy
04 Aug 2011, 19:56
Blackberry App - OBD II Trouble code reader Lookup

by Trainman » 18 Jul 2011, 19:25

For those that have a Blackberry, I haven't tried these but thought I would pass them on, There are 2 different version the:

LITE (Free)

FULL (about £3)

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18 Jul 2011, 19:25
Replacing Xantia Mk2 Rear Wheel Bearings

by ianrobbo » 16 Aug 2008, 22:21

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MoT tester picked these up, and sure enough they were noisy, and rough when you spun them by hand. Of course this is a Xantia, so you can't just replace the bearings - you must replace the whole hub.

Tools list:
41mm socket & loooong handle.
17mm socket
Angle grinder
Cold chisel
Jack/axle stands etc
Wheel brace
8mm spanner & socket
Screwdriver...

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I did this job today, using a home made bearing puller.

Interestingly, I managed to get the inner bearing off by hitting the notch around it with a hammer and small chisel. I started at right angles to the axle to start it moving, then angled the chisel outward.

It is also worth reading the threads about rear caliper corrosion before starting,...

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Last post by mrjohnson
09 Jun 2011, 21:53
Citroen Caliper Parking Brake Mechanism

by steelcityuk » 14 May 2011, 10:59

During the rebuild of the XM 2.1 SED I stripped down the struts, hubs and calipers. Most of it was straightforward, just needing wirebrusing, media blasting and painting. However during the strip of the calipers I didn't realise that the parking brake mechanism is under compression and that officially a Citroen tool is needed to rebuild them.

The...

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14 May 2011, 10:59
Leather Steering Wheel Refurb.

by steelcityuk » 12 Jan 2011, 20:14

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Hi All,

I decided some time ago that something must be done about the state of the single spoke steering wheel in the SED. The leather finish was coming off in various places and the stitching had burst here and there so the initial thought was to buy a better one. However the only one I saw went for more than I could justify so that meant the...

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After many diversions I finally got around to finishing the seat off.

The leather was stripped back to remove all waxes and provide a key, several coats of dye applied followed by a several coats of satin finish then finally 3 coats of gloss finish. Here's how it looks before 'polishing' with leather care.

I think this wraps up the leather...

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14 Apr 2011, 09:42
xantia 1.9td bad starting and erratic temp gauge

by arielrider » 14 Feb 2011, 17:02

before you shell out for new heater plugs.... my xantia was getting grumpy to start in the mornings and then even when hot, was about to change the heater plugs when I noticed the temp gauge at 120* but only with heater fan or headlights on, other wise normal temp,85*-90*. temp sensor tested ok on resistance so checked earth strap from battery to...

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14 Feb 2011, 17:02
C3 16v hdi problem & possible fix

by Corkish » 07 Feb 2011, 19:30

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Good evening all, first post that may help some of you.

We own a 2005 c3 1.4hdi 16v which has been an excellent car bar one fault.

It started developing intermittent boost which from reading the forums a few people have experienced. This often meant you had no boost or full which was somewhat tiring.

After several months of fault finding as no...

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Welcome :)

Excellent first post and idea. Hopefullly a mod will move it to the Handy Hints / Tips forum

As its worth preserving there for easy, quick reference.

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07 Feb 2011, 20:23

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