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If CitroJim is a bit quiet you can blame me for his absence. I was in his neck of the woods yesterday, and (as I knew I might be able to pop in) I took the Tour De France LP I had got from Newbury, and a dodgy blower module. We did meet up, and he re-did the solder joins on that (and one other) module. It was only as he was working on the last one...

You don't need to drive the car. The vacuum pipes and any electricals will need to be connected.

Yes those are unions - one a T piece and one a simple join. Correct about the sizing 4 x 8 is what the tubes are.

The problem has to be oil starvation due to drain-back.
I had overlooked you could have a replaceable cartridge element; could the contents of the filter bowl have been re-assembled wrongly?

ESP accelerometer gyroscope Sounds like a 70s prog rock band to me.

Make of it what you will - but a review of documentation and evidence for Dipetane by : Dr Stephen Dooley, Assistant Professor of Energy Science School of Physics, Trinity College Dublin, the University of Dublin is up on the web.

In his comments - My analysis is simply summarised: Dipetane does appear to result in an increase in fuel efficiency...

Not only that, but there were several versions of BSI in earlier years, each having a certain level of capability, and the level of BSI fitted was dependent upon the model and options fitted. So even if a BSI was ‘virginised’ so it could be recoded, it may not be the correct version for the vehicle.

Later they began to standardise the BSI for a...

The other car's a 2007 Clio! I've seen more electrics on a bedside lamp! Know what you're saying though.

Okay, I still can't access the video, but that's due to my clockwork internet connection.
I suspect you may have an alternator pulley with an overrun clutch that's failing.
You might be able to see a wobble in it, if it's very bad, but really, the best way to check it is to let an auto sparks look at it

I've since found the correct part. It is:
CAV DPC injection all-mechanical pump, the part number for 2 x transfer pump vanes is: (Genuine Delphi Part in Sealed Packaging) 7123388 from eBay and arrived just 17 hours from ordering for just over a fiver inclusive of p&p.
Flat spot is now fixed : -)

Hi all, is it possible to find numbers / diagram for relays around fuse box in cabin near steering wheel for this VIN VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] Xantia 1.8 16V LFY 2000. Any help much much appreciated. thanks.
AJ

I doubt it, the harness is probably tucked up behind the bumper - and as you don't already have the front obstacle detector sensors fitted, there won't be any reason for the wiring to be dropped down at each sensor point - so the sensor wiring drop down wires may be clipped / tied to the main loom. A bit of investigation work will be involved.

Much appreciated Marc. Thank you

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I can't tell you why there are 2 types, but the part number is 453467.

One has to be manually set and the automatic one self adjusts once fitted. The part number above may also come with a modified loom - as can be seen from Euro Car Care:

ECC Brake Switch.PNG

I don't have the reason why the loom may be supplied and what this is for exactly -...

Hi and welcome.

First of all posting your VIN here (it will be automatically masked) will help us identify exact model and engine.

To add a photo from your PC or phone, just click the 'Full Editor & Preview' button when composing a new post. This will give you more options. At the bottom of the post window there is an 'Options' and an...

You do need a full chip kit revision ‘C’ unit. I’ve not heard of a problem yet with a decent kit as I’ve described, having an issue on a C5, apart from the cheaper kits that were evidently not full kits.

Just a quick update, have yet to trawl back through posts to see if this is how it should be but...........
This is based on a RHD so offside fan is drivers side when looking from front of car at the fans, near side is passenger side.
On the air dryer plug i have the following colour wires and i will list them from slam panel to windscreen as you...

In my experience, 5L puts you right in the middle of the dipstick marks, which is spot on.

I sometimes top up to the MAX line about half way through the year but that is not necessary.

Thanks mark brill info as ever, thank you thank you thank you.

Only use the WD40 to wash-out b the height sensor, use a little oil then a waterproof grease to lubricate it correctly after it has been cleaned.

Ok, thanks.

Like in the pre-electronic days. If you hadn't got jump leads, nick your mates battery, take yours off, connect his, start the car, turn everything in sight on, remove his battery and refit yours.....Possibly not a good idea these days!!

I wonder if the recent exercising of the flaps has perhaps reset them as I'm not feeling any flow out the screen vents anymore.
The damp traps are not collecting any condensation at all either despite there being some pretty damp evenings/mornings this week.

Replacing the cabin filter was easier and quicker second time round. The old filter was...

I followed advise and ordered 2.5mm, as mentioned above.
I'm guessing that whole operation need to be done after complete system depressurising (car suspension on low setting and release pressure - bolt beside acc sphere in front) ?
You need to depressurise the regulator (the bolt near the acc sphere), but there is no real need to depressurise...

Thanks Marc. Unfortunately I can't make much sense of those diagrams without a key that corresponds to the numbers. Will keep trying though. Thanks for your time.
I've added a legend to the second diagram.

That is the battery disconnect and reconnect procedure or referred to as the BSI reset procedure. It is done to ensure computer networks and all the ECUs are properly put into standby mode and all settings are memorised, and again proper time is given to them being reinitialised on battery reconnect to ensure they boot properly. It can eliminate...

This is interesting.
My 2000 Xantia 1.9Td, with Bosch injector pump, did this sometimes.
No dash instruments, Harsh knocky engine note, smoke.
I never drove it like that, so can't comment about power.
I thought it sounded as though the pump timing was advanced and perhaps the dosing a little high too, because it seemed to be ticking over a bit...

The article quotes anything up to 3kW #-o of heat being returned from a modern HP diesel, so I can appreciate the need to remove some of that, as opposed to half that on previous generations of injection.

It also quotes the most efficient fuel temperature for diesel being 45ºC, as the best trade-off for fuel density, lubricity and viscosity. That...

Thanks guys. I think it is a bit of an old adage that they are as bad as they say they are. The good thing is at least I am covered by the finance and the credit card if something goes wrong. I do hope it is alright as I need a reliable diesel for my 500 or so mile a week commute.

Sparksie, such modesty - I still struggle to identify the bits under the bonnet of my C15, &, apart from priming it when I've run out of fuel (OR appearing to have) all I've ever done is fit a couple of new filters, which speaks volumes for its reliability - even when running on 1/3 sunflower oil.
Self-priming would be nice but as my only...

Thanks.

i odnt know how similar the picasso is to the belingo/partner engine bay, But for removing it i found out the top left corner as you look at the engine was the easiest option, wouldnt fit between the engine and subframe, wouldnt fit down the side the exhaust tunnel,
i too had issues with no3 bolt, a lot of searching pre doing it and suggested...

Sounds like the track on the speed dial - but costs nothing to try and clean it up in case it is a contact problem.

If both hoses (heater and radiator) get warm at the same rate, then the 'stat is leaky/stuck open.
Heater hose should get hot well ahead of the radiator one, if the 'stat is doing its job.

That's almost exactly what these people are offering. To be honest they are only about £15 cheaper than my local place who did my mot last year. Citroen look to be £100 dearer. The car had two non main dealer services before I bought it, and one main dealer from me last November. I'm fairly sure that I'll get an interim again as I only do 5000 in...

Thanks Marc
Had planned to look at it tomorrow, but some family issues have cropped up that require my immediate attention, so not looking likely now.
When I have it in my hand, I'll be better placed to have an opinion, but I think you've pretty much nailed it, based on your pic.
The most vulnerable place SHOULD be the spindle, which has to change...

If you are programming the key itself (as if you bought a new key fob), yes you will need the confidential customer code. This would of been supplied on a card with the vehicle. If you no longer have it, Citroen can supply this to you for about £15. You should be able to obtain your Key code (which is the code needed to cut a new key blade and is...

That looks like a resistor and should be easy enough for someone with decent soldering skills to replace.

Ahh, I get it :)
But both can be taken care of using a good clamp :mrgreen:

Bought the nightstalkers recommended here and Meh, seem same brightness as the originals, but OK