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Guide to Replacing the NG4 Navidrive 3D Hard Drive with a CF Card

by GiveMeABreak » 28 Mar 2017, 13:57
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A post from a member who has likely suffered a Hard Drive failure on his NG4 Navidrive 3D system has prompted me to re-double my efforts in finding a possible pre-emptive solution to Drive Failure. The same can be said of the RT4 system with a HDD, although these units seem to have more issues than the NG4. Although the principle is the same for...

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Sorry to hear that - it's another reason why I have my hard disk intact and packed away safely, whilst using the CF card for everyday use. It's more of a preventative measure than anything, but of course can't help the system if there is a hardware failure. They can be re-flashed, but the kit is expensive to buy. Fingers crossed for your new one...
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Joke I found funny...

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A burglar broke into a house one night. He shined his flashlight around, looking for valuables when a voice in the dark said,

'Jesus knows you're here.'

He nearly jumped out of his skin, clicked his flashlight off, and froze.

When he heard nothing more, after a bit, he shook his head and continued.

Just as he pulled the stereo out so he could...

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A young lad, walking through a disused factory found a welders mask. Picked it up, put it on. Due to the broken glass, the light refracted in ways he'd never seen before. He was amazed and wandered round staring.
A voice came from behind him.
Hello lad, would you like some sweets?
No thank you said the lad I don't take gifts from people I don't...
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C5 (X7) Component Failures /Faults / Replacements Poll

by GiveMeABreak » 01 Mar 2018, 19:21
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C5 (X7) Component Failures /Faults / Replacements Polll

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This is just an experiment to see if this is something that would be of interest to members and could be extended to other models. There would seem to be common and not so common part failures, so I thought an ongoing poll may be useful for members to record...

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2011 C5 X7 1.6 e-hdi egs6.
75k Gearbox hydraulic failure . Cost . £2000
86k Clutch failure Cost . £1500

I need to get rid or set fire to it . costing me to much money.
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12 Feb 2019, 13:45
Spotted Xantias! (and other French stuff)

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Hi All,
Seems I have a new neighbor with a lovely silver Xantia with personalized reg plate.

Have not seen up close yet, so not clear on the specifications, also due to vague parking arrangements I don't know exactly which house is theirs either.

Is this anyone on here living in HP1 area with a Silver Xantia on a personal plate?

Admins, sorry...

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A friend of mine has just bought this.

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Really love this colour on the 306, only remember ever seeing it on one other.

This must have been one of the last of them before the new 306 came along surely? One of the last N/A diesels I'd imagine too.

Bit of a laundry...
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Lidl and Aldi Car accessories

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Hello all,

You might want to check out Lidls' website. Next Thursday thay are doing car accessories, some of which you might find useful. I have got a set of the axle stands and they have not let me (or Gracie ) down!

onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;

It is worth going back to their site regularly, as they have special offers (on...

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On the 14/02 Lidl are doing DIY bits;

While on 17/02 they are doing car stuff
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07 Feb 2019, 18:31
Common Scams Section

by GiveMeABreak » 30 Oct 2018, 09:29
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We have created this section for members to post up their experiences of being scammed or warnings of potential scams.

Please do not post personal details or emails here, as these can often be hijacked / impersonations of real accounts. Try and keep posts focussed on the scamming element, otherwise the actual threat or scam can become lost in a...

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There is an Irish Linux distro called Zorin which can be made to look like Windows 7 or Mac OSX depending on your preferences. I haven't tried it as I never liked Mac and it seems pointless to have something that looks like something I don't like. Probably be fine for people with an old windows 7 machine.
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French cars in films

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Just casting my my mind around the various films in which I've see French-built cars. Comes to mind:

2 CV in Pink Panther with old Peter Sellers

Then only vaguely are the cars in the Day of the Jackal, but there have to be some in Manon des Source, Les Regles du Jeu (sp?), but I don't recall any in The Duellists.

Any more/amplification?

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Celebrity Antiques roadtrip Series 7 Episode 19

Gorgeous Citroen DS 21 1968 in Purple.......well Bordeaux if its the original colour for the year.

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Regards Neil
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Funny pictures and videos

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Lets see what you've found, but as always, keep it family friendly :)

Optical illusion

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Well, Citroen had done something slightly similar with the Traction. A testbed version had a fifth wheel mounted in the cabin to test the hydropneumatic suspension they were developing.
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09 Jan 2019, 23:01
Eolys?

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Ive been told there are two types eolys, what goes in mine? its a 02 C5 2.2HDI 136 Exclusive hatch, been looking at Pat fluid DPX 42/176 is that ok?

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Thank you for all the information, this helps me a lot since I'm an average joe when dealing with this stuff! :-D
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13 Dec 2018, 22:45
Free Citroen Mechanics Handbooks

by GiveMeABreak » 01 Nov 2018, 14:24
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Citroen have a range of mechanics handbooks available, mostly for some models before and up to 2005 that are freely available to registered users. To make these more easily available to others, I have assembled the available resources into a table below with links to relevant PDF file which you can download.

These are in English and in PDF...

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Awesome . Thank you for making it so easy. =D>

/lars
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10 Dec 2018, 12:21
Bah humbug! A retreat for those lacking in Xmas spirit

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One for Jim this time of year

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I did laugh at a group of chinese ladies inspecting all and everything they came across, thinking to myself I bet you know someone that makes that junk !

You found a shop that sells junks?

As did the Chinese ladies :P
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08 Dec 2018, 06:34
The FCF International Couriers plc.

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Condensed from the Parts Relay thread.

The Map

Current contributors:
EddieNuff
MikeT
JRGA1,
Jim,

bxman,
citronut,
UserError,
fatherjack2002,
f00lz,
1900sr,
stempy
Toby_HDi
Red_Dwarfers
davetherave
Vince
wotwot
Activa-Mike
Sparksie.
Handyman
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and me.

Anyone wishing to be added to the list please PM MikeT or me with any details...

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That seems a bit naughty - upping the price like that!

That price seems pretty good, but if you change your mind I'll happily run up to Jim's and get it or could as actually pick it up on Saturday morning from the seller and call on Jim on my way

Mike, as always, it would be lovely to see you :)
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19 Nov 2018, 10:05
Check your POSITIVE batery lead!! PICS ADDED!!

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So.. this week, I learent a bit about potetiial fire hazard.. Even on LATE Xantia HDi's...

Main car in Question as in my blog.. Mums Y reg 2001 HDi 110.

Basically, the car failed to start and had always been slow to start.. unit it failed this week. So thinking as quick as sticking a new battery on.. this was fine untill I looked a bit deeper,...

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I though i had posted on this one yesterday but hay ho, thanks for the heads up as the lads one ( 2003 xsara picasso 1.8 dohc petrol ) seems a little sluggish when starting, so will check when he is on holiday in about 2 weeks, cam belt time.
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05 Oct 2018, 10:46
Now you can really LIKE the French Car Forum

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Still no Like button! I'm outraged that we are expected to articulate our impressions, rather than just click an icon...
You may notice that like icons have appeared at the bottom right hand side of forum posts, and there is an extra box appearing at the top of the index page and forum pages.

Well... Following a successful rolloout on BXC, I...

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I just like the whole site , its very helpful and full of what's needed.
Maybe a YouTube channel with how to videos and vlogs ?
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24 Aug 2018, 09:01
Uploading of image files to the forum

by xantia_v6 » 07 Jan 2017, 20:05

Image files can now be uploaded directly to the forum server .
Please read the entirety of the information below before uploading any files.
There is a limit of 10 files per post. images with dimensions larger than 1600 pixels will be automatically resized to that maximum dimension.

Uploading an image file
Drag and drop
In the post editing...

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04 Aug 2018, 09:34
Citroen Peugeot DS Bluetooth Feature Comparison

by GiveMeABreak » 23 Sep 2016, 17:56

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If your interested to know what Bluetooth features are supported by your PSA / DS Audio System and your Mobile Phone, this utility might be useful.

Citroen Audio System Bluetooth Phone Features

Peugeot Audio System Bluetooth Phone Features

DS Automobiles Audio System Bluetooth Phone Features

The following site allows you to select your...

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Too bad the photos aren't loading properly but the links are still working so I'm going to use that

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09 May 2018, 17:16
Citroen Peugeot DS Bluetooth Feature Comparison

by GiveMeABreak » 23 Sep 2016, 17:56

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If your interested to know what Bluetooth features are supported by your PSA / DS Audio System and your Mobile Phone, this utility might be useful.

Citroen Audio System Bluetooth Phone Features

Peugeot Audio System Bluetooth Phone Features

DS Automobiles Audio System Bluetooth Phone Features

The following site allows you to select your...

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Too bad the photos aren't loading properly but the links are still working so I'm going to use that

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09 May 2018, 17:16
Easydiagnostics Equipment Discount for FCF Members

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:14

For those interested, French Car Forum members can obtain a 15% discount of products at the Easydiagnostics website.

Easy Diagnostics Website

Any member who wishes a 15% discount code to use with Easydiagnostics needs to send a Private Message (PM) to GiveMeABreak .
We will send to Easydiagnostics an email to verify your FCF username and...

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03 May 2018, 17:14
EOBD Fault Code Prefix

by GiveMeABreak » 30 Mar 2018, 13:52

Diagnostic Code Identifiers (SAE / EOBD Standards)

Here are the explanations of the make up of a diagnostic fault code Prefix:

First (Character) Identifies the Related System
P Powertrain
B Body
C Chassis
U Network
Second (Digit) Type of Code
0 Complies with EOBD Standard
1 Manufacturer Specific Enhanced
Third (Digit)...

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30 Mar 2018, 13:52
Applying Diagbox Updates

by GiveMeABreak » 28 Mar 2018, 13:17

Diagbox V7 Update process

Always ensure you have a copy of your licence file from a working and activated Diagbox prior to performing any updates. Your licence file can be found at:
C:\AWROOT\BIN\FI\APPDIAG.SYS)

Ensure the Diagbox application is closed
Launch only the single update you want to install
Follow the instructions.
When the...

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28 Mar 2018, 13:17
Diagbox Firmware Versions

by GiveMeABreak » 18 Mar 2018, 15:18

This intentionally only covers versions from 7.02 to 7.76:

DiagBox v7.02 needs 4.3.0
DiagBox v7.57 needs 4.3.2
DiagBox v7.58 needs 4.3.2
DiagBox v7.62 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.66 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.74 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.76 needs 4.3.3

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18 Mar 2018, 15:18
Merged Lexia & Diagbox threads

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Hi to all interested in buying a Lexia (I'm one)
Not sure if this has been linked to before but if the sellers' claims are true about PCB quality it might be interesting:

10% off would bring the price down competitively. BTW I'm no expert on Lexias whatsoever and I have no connection with this seller.

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Please note that this Thread is now locked, as per this announcement:

Diagnostic Forum

Please create a separate post for any new queries if you cannot find the answer in this topic.
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18 Mar 2018, 13:42
New Forum Post Bookmark feature

by xantia_v6 » 28 Sep 2017, 19:49

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You may notice a new Bookmarks button in the forum header and a bookmark icon: bookmark.png at the top of each forum post.

These are part of a post bookmarking extension that we are trialling. Please try it, and give us some feedback.

To bookmark a post (or delete the bookmark) just click the bookmark icon in the post. You may add a short...

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You always could do that by opening another tab (Ctrl-click) or window (Shift-click) on the post's individual header and then copying the URL of that post. I've just checked and it still works.

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05 Oct 2017, 09:24
Total Discount

by myglaren » 17 Jul 2013, 18:35
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The nice people at Total have generously offered a 15% discount on their full range of products purchased through their new online store.
All items are postage free.

The discount available is 15% on all purchases from our online store: onclick= window.open(this.href);return false;. Another thing which may be of use to your members is a tool we...

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All the major producers now only supply via distributors ( Shell, Fuchs, Castrol, Total etc). The distributors are rated gold, silver and bronze and you can only buy from the distributor based on your annual spend.i.e. don't expect any favours on price!.

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03 Oct 2017, 22:26
MyWay (RNEG) Firmware Upgrade Procedure

by GiveMeABreak » 20 Sep 2017, 23:44

I thought I'd do a Sticky on how to upgrade the MyWay Firmware as this keeps cropping up. Note this is to update the Firmware (System Software) only which is freely released to improve features and fix post-release bugs in the hardware. This does not cover Navigation Maps.

Like anything software-related, if you choose to follow the following...

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20 Sep 2017, 23:44
How It Works: Activa Suspension

by CitroJim » 20 Jun 2017, 07:48

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A very good technical description of how the Activa suspension system works can be found here:

For more general Citroen Suspension topics, including Hydractive, look here:

These pages are re-written versions of our old favourite PDF 'Citroen Technical Guide' which has been our bible for years on such subjects...

Mods: Can you please make...

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Nice tip thanks Jim, will have to get an eye out. No need to worry about Win10 either, 7 does all I need and more :D

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08 Sep 2017, 10:30
Image file upload facility added to the forum

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We are happy to announce that we have added the facility to upload images to the forum, so that in most cases it is no longer necessary to host image files on external sites.

See for more information.

You will see that we have quite a few rules on copyright of images, this is because we cannot take any risk of having legal action taken against...

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The current stable release is 2.8.22. There are Exif Viewer extensions freely available, but I tend to use Photoshop in the main (as I couldn't be bothered to learn another image editing programme). I do dive into Gimp every now and then, but as luck would not have it, I am shortly going to be in the middle of a Windows 10 repair, so can't look...
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30 Aug 2017, 18:09
Xantia 1.9TD Aux belt length for A/C bypass

by Xaccers » 13 May 2013, 10:37

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You know that horrible sound, rusty metal squealing against rusty metal as the compressor's pulley bumps and grinds away with old age.
We know that if you can't replace the bearing, it eventually fails and you end up making fire - which is bad. Very bad.

Should you need to go without an additional engine heater in your O/S/F wheel arch, then you...

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There 2 sizes belts for late 1.9 TD's depending on the Air con compressor.

Sanders 1735mm and Delphi 1752mm. The eccentric tension is locked in place for easy removal and fitting.

Kenny

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26 Jun 2017, 14:50
Forum Stickers Now Available!!!

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The keenly anticipated FrenchCarForum.co.uk stickers have arrived from the manufacturer and are ready for purchase and delivery.

If you have already been contacted by us and offered stickers, you don't need to do anything, they will be delivered shortly.

Anyone else will need to order them by clicking the image below or use the Stickers button...

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me too how ca i get one or 2

Read the post immediately above in reply to Taffy's question ;)

In short,

Click on this link:
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25 Apr 2017, 17:29
Citroen Recommmended Engine & Gearbox Oils

by GiveMeABreak » 14 Dec 2016, 17:52

As we get many questions about the right type of engine and gearbox oils to use, I've compiled a guide for most of the engines and gearboxes on the FCF Wiki.

This guide is for Citroen recommended oils for the specified engines and climates, providing the part numbers for these products. There are other oils available, but they should meet the...

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14 Dec 2016, 17:52
Diagnostic Equipment Advice

by myglaren » 18 Nov 2016, 18:01

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Please note the following points when using Lexia, Planet or Clip diagnostic equipment!

A Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) and associated software such as Diagbox, Lexia, and Peugeot Planet 2000 are professional-level diagnostic tools. Extreme care should be taken when using these devices as incorrect use may adversely affect your vehicle...

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Damnit!

Should have locked it :(

Have now :P

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18 Nov 2016, 18:50
Diagnostic Equipment Advice

by myglaren » 18 Nov 2016, 18:06

Please note the following points when using Lexia, Planet or Clip diagnostic equipment!

A Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) and associated software such as Diagbox, Lexia, and Peugeot Planet 2000 are professional-level diagnostic tools. Extreme care should be taken when using these devices as incorrect use may adversely affect your vehicle...

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18 Nov 2016, 18:06
Diagnostic Equipment Advice

by myglaren » 18 Nov 2016, 18:04

Please note the following points when using Lexia, Planet or Clip diagnostic equipment!

A Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) and associated software such as Diagbox, Lexia, and Peugeot Planet 2000 are professional-level diagnostic tools. Extreme care should be taken when using these devices as incorrect use may adversely affect your vehicle...

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18 Nov 2016, 18:04
Diagnostic Equipment Advice

by myglaren » 18 Nov 2016, 18:03

Please note the following points when using Lexia, Planet or Clip diagnostic equipment!

A Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) and associated software such as Diagbox, Lexia, and Peugeot Planet 2000 are professional-level diagnostic tools. Extreme care should be taken when using these devices as incorrect use may adversely affect your vehicle...

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18 Nov 2016, 18:03
Lexia locations

by myglaren » 18 Nov 2016, 17:57

Please note the following points when using Lexia, Planet or Clip diagnostic equipment!

A Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) and associated software such as Diagbox, Lexia, and Peugeot Planet 2000 are professional-level diagnostic tools. Extreme care should be taken when using these devices as incorrect use may adversely affect your vehicle...

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Last post by myglaren
18 Nov 2016, 17:57
PSA Wiring Symbols & Diagram Codes

by GiveMeABreak » 17 Nov 2016, 19:57

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I have added a section to the Forum Wiki that details a lot of the PSA Wiring Diagram Symbology, along with all the codes for the components.

See the Electrical Component and Wiring Codes section on the Wiki below:

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That's very valuable when reading wiring Diagrams Marc. Excellent :D

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18 Nov 2016, 09:29
Sending Parcels (May 2013)

by Old-Guy » 02 May 2013, 17:33
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Strictly speaking, this isn't specific to French Cars, but as members often need to send 'bits' to one another, the following may be useful.

To send a Xantia radio, which is just a bit too large to be a Royal Mail 'small' parcel, the cheapest my local Post Office (very obliging) could do it for was £8 :shock: second class parcel post.

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Everything I buy from Japan, China, Taiwan, Singapore and Greece I always get them to declare the value as <£15 so there are no customs charges.
Most of them do this automatically now anyway.
Same from USA & Canada but rarely buy from there now.
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17 Jul 2016, 21:37
Xantia Rear ABS Sensor Renewal

by red_dwarfers » 15 Jan 2009, 18:24
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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
Sphere testers and flaring tools

by myglaren » 07 Apr 2012, 10:05

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Anyone with either of these items who would be prepared to use them on behalf of other members bung your name and approximate location here and we will generate a map similar to the FCF Couriers and Lexia Locations ones.

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3.5, 4.5 and 6.35 bench flare tool and hand held 3.5 flarey tool,

do not lend out though but will help if i can

is the map up and running yet, i cant see it #-o :wink:

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15 Jan 2015, 20:02
Post your A/C handy websites here.

by TehAgent » 09 May 2007, 03:14

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Well, i'm hoping to get a thread full of healthy and informational links, so its easy to look and find them all in one place.

so ill start by posting this link to SANDEN site about maintenance and diagrams of their A/C compressor.

SANDEN

SANDEN main site
SANDEN service manual HTML
SANDEN service manual direct download PDF

CLUTCH...

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Macaircon Excellent service, honest, helpful, knowledgeable.
Surrey, Middlesex, West London
Daytime: 07754 973 977 or 07849 422 514 Evening: 01932 243 754 or email at coolcarair@aol.com

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14 Jan 2015, 17:13
Attention Potential New Members!!!

by CitroJim » 04 Nov 2011, 18:36

All new member signups are scrutinised by the admin team before activation.

To assist the admins in this task each potential new member must provide a Location a list of My Cars , at least one of which should be French. This is not some elitist thing but one of a number of measures to evaluate registration request to keep spammers and other...

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04 Nov 2011, 18:36
Pleiades

by alan s » 27 May 2006, 01:05

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From an Aussie website.

It has been brought to my attention that Pleiades in the U.K. has closed down! Nothing could be further from the truth. I can assure you that Pleiades in the U. K. is alive and well, however, they have changed their address to:

Green End House,
Scotney Way,
Sawtry,
Cambs.,
PE28 5XF.

The telephone number remains the...

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Martin prefers to use the phone as he doesn't have much time to access his computer.

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30 May 2010, 17:09
Xantia Blower Speed Controller Module Repairs

by CitroJim » 27 Jul 2007, 21:33

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If you find a hurricane howling through your aircon equipped Xantia because the blower fan is running uncontrollably at top speed, this indicates that the speed control module has failed.

This module, located on a heatsink just underneath the fan motor, has two large power transistors, one or both of which go short-circuit and cause the fan to...

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Hi, Iwas replying to a message dated Mon. 28th Sept 2009. Yes time does go very slowly when you are retired, there are only 3working hours in a day and anything after 1230 is a bonus. Gerry

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29 Sep 2009, 19:43
Need help with my xantia. (Mk1)

by Albinoeke » Yesterday, 16:58

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Hi!
I'm new here on the forums and i need some advice/help

Just bought a xantia with no more than 6500 miles (not american) on the counter.
But the deal is my fan stopped working some weeks ago.
At first it started right away but like a month later it only worked after restarting the car a few times but now it doesnt work at all.
Also a weird...

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The relays in the under-bonnet fuse box vary with build date and engine types, but include: A/C, ABS, front fog lights, Headlight washer timer, Diesel timing corrector, Diesel post heat, starter safely relay, and a couple of others I can't remember for now (and I don't currently have access to all the variant diagrams). It is likely that your...

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Today, 05:02
On TV...

by white exec » 22 Aug 2016, 20:45
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Thought I might as well start a new thread for this.
Must stop flagging up tv programmes on what seem to be areas of fascination for several of us, but some are just too good to miss.

Have today fallen over a newish BBC iPlayer clutch:
BBC Four
Transport Revolutions series
9 progs
including Concorde, E-type (with Q.Willson+), Steam (Quest for...

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Yes, saw it. I friend on mine in Holland restored one many years ago. We went down to our local scrap yard near Bridport and he found a radiator grill for it!!

Peter
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Today, 00:29
Electric Vehicles: What have you spotted?

by NewcastleFalcon » 30 Mar 2017, 18:48
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If EV's are going to progress towards a little section on the FCF to call their own, (subject to a referendum of course :) ) the first stage could be more than one thread :!: :) (There is Simon's blog on his Peugeot Ion in the blogs and galleries section too of course in the members area)

So keep it simple....

What EV's have you spotted? And to...

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Black Tesla Model X looking quite insignificant in Ponteland today.

Young peoples protest today about climate change.............if the UK is aiming to lead the world in the adoption of zero-emission transportation (yes from 37.5 million tailpipes) its going painfully slow at the moment judging by the make up of the nations private vehicle fleet,...
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Yesterday, 23:58
Scrapyards....

by NewcastleFalcon » 30 Oct 2018, 21:01
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..ain't what they used to be! but I did get what I wanted ...gratis too!

Had occasion to visit Thomsons at Gala today......needed a single caliper bolt.

Number 1...The general Public aren't allowed to set foot in the scrapyard.
Number 2...This particular scrapyard was full of what I would call newer cars, and empty of my vintage of vehicle ie...

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It was a Facel Vega and it was in the West Kingsdown one, Len Barwick that was probably related. The one near Sidcup had an Austin 7 on top of a pole if I remember rightly.
Peter

My mistake Peter I thought you were talking about the Lagonda. Oldclasssiccar.co.uk. have a feature on old magazines one of which they discussed was issued by the...
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Yesterday, 23:11
Whatsthisthen?..new one to try

by NewcastleFalcon » 14 Jul 2014, 22:25
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Have a go at this one, if no-one has got it in a couple of days I'll post the answer up
There' s enough clues to get it but hopefully its not too obvious

Not sure if Malcolm will come up with the goods on this one, my money is on another forum member of substantial standing...

regards Neil

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...and here is Charles Swain the car's former custodian driving it

Show organiser Malcolm Fearn with Charles Swain, left, in his 1939 Alvis

Among those exhibiting their cars will be motor enthusiast Charles Swain, who lives in North Oxfordshire. He will be showing four of his vehicles – including a Rolls Royce, a rare 1907 Baby Friswell...
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Yesterday, 22:51
U1308 also U1208

by pauljordanie » Yesterday, 14:32

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I get fault U1308 & U1208 regularly. This manifests itself by setting off ABS/ESP fault. When I plug in Lexia I get incoherence error between ECU and ABS ECU. Lexia indicates VIN as VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] but Chassis VIN is VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff]. This leads me to think the ECU has been swapped out. I wonder is the fault associated with replacement of ECU?...

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Check in the engine ECU for any EGR related fault codes. In a genius bit of programming, EGR faults cause loss of comms with the ABS ECU, but don't put the engine management light on!!

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Yesterday, 22:02
Wishbone 'P' Bush Alignment

by Pug_XUD_KeenAmateur » 04 Feb 2019, 13:04

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Does anyone have any info re correct alignment of the rear 'P' Bush in the Wishbone

on my Pug 405?

The BoL offers me this rather laughably inadequate illustration, Chapter 10.6 of Haynes 3198, 405 Diesel

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Thanks Picasso, no alignment marks in this case (forget where it was bought from as from my spares) Anti-Roll Bar is different on the 405, but aware that on the 306 its bolted to the wishbone

Appreciate the trouble.

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Yesterday, 21:48

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