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DS Owner Handbooks

by GiveMeABreak » 13 Aug 2019, 19:39

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If you don't have your DS owner's manual, you can view most of them online or in most cases download a copy as a PDF, or in some cases just the relevant section required.

Not all early models are included.

Just follow the link, select your preferred language from the top right corner
Then select the model
Now select the car image and finally...

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That's a great link to be aware of, so thanks Marc!

Thought I'd mention there's also the iOS and Android Scan MyDS app available that provides basic information for key functions.

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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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An old guy in his eighties sitting alone at the bar, a woman of similar age sidles up to him and says Shall we sneak of somewhere and make mad passionate love?

Sure says the guy but I'll have to pop in the chemist for a condom.

The old girl says What the hell do you need a condom for at your age?

The old boy replies At my age missus I can't...
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How to Replace the Internal MicroSD Card - RT6

by GiveMeABreak » 05 Jun 2019, 15:12

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Ok, I decided to cut through all the waffle and go directly to the possible fix. Bear in mind that this may not solve your specific issue, but has been known to resolve boot lockups or the 'check in progress' error.

The usual disclaimer applies - do this at your own risk:

You will need:

The latest firmware CD from your dealer (should only...

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Hi Chris, you have more less the exact same problem I had when I started this topic at post number 1.
All the information you need is in the posts from there on BUT to shorten things, do a Micro SD card swap with new firmware in the recommended way as told by Marc. If that doesn't fix it, then you'll need a reconditioned unit I guess, as in the...

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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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No, same sized tank John. Different engines have different systems and for example the DW10CTED4 engine has lots of design modifications to ensure the engine temperature is reached more quickly, - all to do with better fuel economy and meeting later Euro standards, so probably requires less additive to be injected as assisted regeneration may be...
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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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In a double trip across France, the only Xantia I saw was the same green colour as mine, by a roundabout in Vif, a bit south of Grenoble.

For the third time this year, the P&O check-in staff (i.e. French people) at Calais asked me what make of car it is. Can't they see the inverted double chevron badge on the front on their number plate camera,...
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17 Aug 2019, 14:33
Peugeot Owner Handbooks

by GiveMeABreak » 13 Aug 2019, 19:36

If you don't have your Peugeot owner's manual, you can view most of them online or in most cases download a copy as a PDF, or in some cases just the relevant section required.

Not all early models are included.

Just follow the link, select your preferred language from the top right corner
Then select the model
Now select the car image and...

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13 Aug 2019, 19:36
Citroen Owner Handbooks

by GiveMeABreak » 13 Aug 2019, 19:34

If you don't have your Citroen owner's manual, you can view most of them online or in most cases download a copy as a PDF, or in some cases just the relevant section required.

Not all early models are included.

Just follow the link, select your preferred language from the top right corner
Then select the model
Now select the car image and...

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13 Aug 2019, 19:34
Marking forum notification emails as junk

by xantia_v6 » 10 Aug 2019, 06:45

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If you receive notification emails from this forum and mark them as Junk or move them to your junk or spam folder, it can (with some email service providers) impact on our senders reputation and cause issues with delivering email to other users.

Some email service providers give us feedback as to which users are marking our emails as junk.

We...

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As Mike says, there are options in each email notification to unsubscribe from the relevant topic and I did a quick illustrated post showing users where and how to update their general email notifications using this link:

Review Your Email Notifications

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10 Aug 2019, 10:11
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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That RedX is dear; £4.99 for 250ml x 2, compared with 500ml for £3.49 at Trago's.

Appreciate Trago's is not convenient for most but if there's any interest, happy to stock up - within reason: handover/delivery by arrangement.
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05 Aug 2019, 23:27
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?

Anyone...

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Someone just posted this on Autoshite:

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04 Aug 2019, 22:09
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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Mechanics' Handbook
Utility vehicles:
C15 – Berlingo – Dispatch – Relay

C15 etc Handbook cover.JPG
Note that data for all four of these vehicles is included in each of these booklets
and that there are five editions available - 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005.

The series of booklets was updated as time went on, and certain sections (eg Starter...
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31 Jul 2019, 16:43
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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19 Jul 2019, 13:51
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

X7-Saloon.png X7-Tourer.png

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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Please don’t post specific issues here - this is about component fails in the Poll.

Create another post for specific issues. There are several topics on steering rack issues.
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24 Jun 2019, 22:18
Common Scams Section

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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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That's a common scam - and more prevalent in the USA - IRS scamming calls threatening to send the police round to arrest you - demanding payment of unpaid taxes - the usual credit cards required or iTunes gift cards :rofl2: All from scamming call centres by Indian accented individuals purporting to have English / American names like 'John Hughes',...
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16 Jun 2019, 12:10
Disappearing posts

by xantia_v6 » 22 May 2019, 07:14

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From time to time we have reports that posts are submitted to this forum but they disappear after being submitted (as in they never become visible). It is sometimes reported that (frustratingly) the user had spent a long time composing the post.

I have recently seen a suggestion on another forum that a plausible explanation for this is that in...

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Is it possible that you have hit 'preview' then neglected to hit 'submit'?
I'm sure I have more than once.

Yes been guilty of that on more than once, and the same applies to PM's but in my case is i hit preview and not submit then navigate away :cry:

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30 May 2019, 18:55
LDS Tank Bursting Warning Labels

by GiveMeABreak » 05 Mar 2019, 16:11
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Attention C5 and C6 Owners

Another member of the Forum recently had his C5 X7 LDS tank explode at a recent tyre fitting session, when the vehicle was lowered back to the ground.

For those unaware, the C5 and C6 should have the suspension raised to the highest position and the LDS tank cap removed whenever the vehicle will be lifted off the...

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Thanks Marc, I was going to give your post a like but couldnt bring my self to break the sequential score you currently have...

If I clicked like that would raise your score from 1234 to 1235, and erm, I'm a little OCD :rofl2:

Get yourself joining in on the significant milages thread Jay! There are a decent crop of number noticers on here...
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17 May 2019, 22:07
Guide to Replacing the NG4 Navidrive 3D Hard Drive with a CF Card

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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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Could be several reasons. You may have a hardware problem caused by overheating. Another possibility is that the hard drive has become corrupt, which can cause the restarts.

There is no need to get a hard drive image, as the firmware upgrade file is also able to recreate the partitions and the operating files itself. For this to work, you would...
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27 Apr 2019, 23:23
Possible source for some hydraulic parts for Xantias

by xantia_v6 » 25 Apr 2019, 03:43

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appears to be a Turkish supplier of hydraulic parts who is attempting to get into the markiet of supplying after-market spares for Xantia parts that are now obsolete. Their pricing seems very reasonable.

I have no other knowledge of the company.

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Hello....welcome

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25 Apr 2019, 23:49
Citroen Peugeot DS Bluetooth Feature Comparison

by GiveMeABreak » 23 Sep 2016, 17:56

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If you’re 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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Thanks Marc, very helpful
Don

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Last post by Ceenine
29 Mar 2019, 21:42
BSI Reset / Battery Disconnection / Reconnection

by GiveMeABreak » 25 Feb 2019, 12:23

I've put together a procedure to cover both a BSI reset and for those replacing a battery or needing to disconnect the battery prior to undertaking a repair.

For the purposes of this post I will use the term 'multiplexed' to refer to different data networks and protocols including for example:
VAN - Vehicle Area Network
CAN - Controller Area...

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25 Feb 2019, 12:23
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
Tam
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
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!.

hirsty
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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...

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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

by xantia_v6 » 07 Jan 2017, 20:13
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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!!!

by xantia_v6 » 30 Oct 2016, 03:02
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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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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.

However, I...

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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

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