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Restrictions for users with @outlook.com and @hotmail.com addresses

by xantia_v6 » 30 May 2019, 16:07 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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We cannot currently deliver notification or registration emails to users with @outlook.com an @hotmail.com email addresses.

This is due to Microsoft having designated our server as being a junk mail source, apparently because some users have been moving our notification emails to their 'junk' folders.

There appears to be nothing that we can do...

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Don't bin them from the spam file - it alerts the spammers to an active email address, just as if you had opened them. Any email in in my spam folder has all links disabled so I can't see how that would happen. Also there's a button there labelled which invites being clicked.

Just mark one email as not junk they should go to inbox after that,...

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30 May 2019, 21:27
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The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.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
Member Email Addresses

by GiveMeABreak » 13 Oct 2017, 18:06 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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To All Members

Members are kindly requested to check their profiles to see if their email addresses are current and please update these where necessary.

Some of our members have noted that email sent to others on the forum are bouncing back as unrecognised. We appreciate that people change their email providers / addresses over time and don't...

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Please remove me from the list,

Mike
Done.

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10 Nov 2018, 22:01
Supersticky

by myglaren » 04 Jan 2010, 19:44

All sticky threads are now to be found in the new ¨Supersticky¨ forum - for the time being at least.

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Eolys?

by wizzer59 » 08 Nov 2012, 01:17
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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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Either way. Run a global test using Lexia; when complete, scroll down the list of ECUs and locate the additive ECU EAS100 or EAS200 I think. Selecting that, should provide further info and will provide the software version also. Let me know what you find or better still get a screenshot of the info and post it here.
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12 Jun 2019, 22:23
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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Have another go, fill the depression around the pinion with marine grease and it will not fail.
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22 May 2019, 07:21
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
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
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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Yes, same thing :). Very explanatory for beginners.
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20 Mar 2019, 14:40
Check your POSITIVE batery lead!! PICS ADDED!!

by citroenxm » 19 Jan 2012, 13:39
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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
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
Fan speed when reversing.

by Jetjockey » Today, 01:34

Hello.

I’ve noticed a feature on my recently acquired 2008 C5 exclusive tourer. When selecting reverse gear (automatic), the climate control fan speed increases. :?

Can anybody shed any light on the reasoning behind this?

Thank you. :)

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Today, 01:34
Car lost power accelerating then engine stopped. It won't start

by KeithJ » 29 May 2019, 22:52
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Hi, I,m hoping some of you lovely people can help me.

I have a Grand Picasso 2.0 litre HDI Diesel. 2007 with electronic gearbox.

I had put some diesel in at Asda and I drove about a mile accelerating uphill, the power dropped off and the car went down through the gears. I got to the side of the road and the engine stopped. It won't restart....

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Thank you. I will definitely look into this as the damned thing still won't start.

Oh for the days of a contact breaker and a coil.. :)
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Yesterday, 23:49
C5 X7 Rear Parking Sensors: External rear right sensor coherence

by mikevybiral » 14 Jun 2019, 11:17

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New to me 2008 C5 X7 2.0 HDI VTR+

Fault code: 98D3

I gather this suggests a short circuit to +ve.

(Use of the word 'coherence' suggests to me a mistranslation from French? What should it be?)

So, where to look?
Could this be a defective sensor elsewhere? (I've replaced the rear right sensor).
Could the fault be in the loom? If so is there a...

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I've disconnected the parking sensors and tested the loom for short or open circuit to the RH sensor connector. No fault found. I've moved the sensors around. Now Lexia shows fault ABC8, rear R sensor shorted to +ve.
I'm at a loss?
I do apologise - there are a hundred codes for the system and I actually gave you the wrong sensor location for the...

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Yesterday, 20:58
C5 X7: JWS 3309 vs. JWS 3324

by marsalek » 03 May 2019, 10:09
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Dear colleagues,

I am about to change the auto box oil in my C5 X7 3.0 HDi from 2013. Based on service.citroen.com is the proper oil AW-1 (i.e. JWS 3324). I read here in the forum that for the EURO-4 engines the oil was JWS 3309 and for the EURO-5 the mentioned JWS 3324. Althought this was apparently for the same gearbox.

So what has the...

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Appreciate what you are saying Marko, but I think it better to comply with the manufacturer requirements of the correct oil type and of resetting the oil counter as required. I think the manufacturer's of the gearboxes know better than an independent what is required. The procedures are there for a reason and not doing the oil counter reset will...
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18 Jun 2019, 21:03
X7 Electric handbrake

by Trainman » 25 Nov 2018, 17:11
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Yes, I've dropped a googgly :oops:

Had to replace the rear discs and pads today, I DIDN T disable the handbrake and now I have one cable connected and one that I can't get back into the caliper.

Is there a way of disabling the electronics? or somewhere in either Diagbox or Lexia ( I have both) that i can do it and then pull the cable to the...

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So basically, looking at the above, it sounds like the electronic handbrake is knackered.........

I get it up on ramps tomorrow and see if I can see if anything
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18 Jun 2019, 18:27
C4 HDI coolant expansion pipe

by Med_tech3 » 18 Jun 2019, 13:38

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Hi

My coolant expansion pipe (the very thin rigid plastic pipe with two click lock connectors that go into the radiator and the coolant expansion tank) is leaking at the radiator end. Unfortunately it is not the O ring as the coolant is squirting out where the pipe meets the connector.
I have looked for a replacement pipe but I am not having any...

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The bay of evil and other such places sell a lot of overpriced tat - even sellers that do sell the genuine original parts don't check the current prices before listing the item. The parts from Citroen directly can often be cheaper as you have just discovered. :-D

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18 Jun 2019, 17:07
Replacing timing belt without water pump

by Erik WG » 17 Jun 2019, 19:27

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Good evening from Sweden!

My wife's just bought a 2007 Citroën C4 1.6 HDI, 110 bhp with 89 000 km on the meter. Lovely car, but there's one fly in the soup. The timing belt was replaced last year, but not by an authorized garage. The job was done by a reconditioning firm. They replaced the belt and wheels, but not the water pump :shock:

My...

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Three of our family cars are coming up to the low mileage/10 year change time. The C5X7 will be a first-time change (63K) when pulleys and water pump will be done. The Saxo and Pug 306 I did in 2009 and on both, I just did the belt. This time they'll get a new pump as well.

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18 Jun 2019, 14:18
Head removal on XUD - points to take?

by chinkostu » 02 May 2019, 15:56
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So the Xantias let herself down and decided to stick oil into my nice new rad, matrix and the rest of the cooling system. I bypassed the oil cooler and flushed however there is still a lot of oil collecting, enough that my top hose was solid (think the stats jammed up with it as well)

I'm certain it's HGF, but looking around it seems to be a pig...

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Hahaha thats an interesting way of doing it!

At the same time i've seen that only later XUD's have stem seals (maybe the egr equipped ones?) So might not even have any to change! But may as well whip the valves out and give everything a good clean!
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18 Jun 2019, 13:04
C5 Headlamp Washer Defective RESOLVED

by hamster99 » 17 Feb 2017, 16:49
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Hi All
Been a while but am back again..!! :)
My C5 needs a new MOT soon and I gave it a once over this week and everything is fine apart from one of the headlamp washers doesn't work properly.
It extends out but I don't get any water through it.
A new one from Citroen is nearly £100..... :shock:
Is it possible to strip it and check for...

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Thank you, I will have a go when part arrives!
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18 Jun 2019, 12:38
Bsm l04-00 6500ck or 9658539480

by Cheggers_uk » 17 Jun 2019, 14:08

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Hi have 06 plate 2.0 c5 VTR
Need new fuse box can I use 6500ck or other L04-00 the one in car is the 9658539480 l04-00 bsm ?

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Let’s clear up the confusion:

If you are buying direct from Citroen, use the 6500CK number.
If you are buying second hand from the internet, make sure you have the matching 9658539480 number on the unit label. Ignore the other numbers. You can search using 6500CK, but make sure when you locate units to buy, that it has the same number as...

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18 Jun 2019, 00:11
SOS button red light?

by Jetjockey » 16 Jun 2019, 20:44

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Hello all. :)

Recently purchased a 2008 C5 Exclusive tourer. Got a red LED illuminated above the SOS button on the Navidrive control panel. Also, the display blanked once and the system seemed to reboot when the LED illuminated.

Can anybody tell me what this means/indicates?

Many thanks. :-D

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Ok, so I thought you had a NaviDrive 3D System (NG4)! Sounds like you don’t in that case, but probably have the RT4 system? Pop up your VIN so I know exactly what you do have and I can help you further. I should of asked for it earlier, but assumed wrongly when you mentioned NaviDrive.

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17 Jun 2019, 23:51
Hydraulic fluid level

by Jetjockey » 16 Jun 2019, 20:52

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Hello. :)

I’ve recently purchased a 2008 C5 exclusive tourer and would like to check the fluid level on the combined hydractive suspension and power steering.

I’m getting all sorts of conflicting and complicated instructions on how to do this. Last explanation I got was to simply lower the suspension to its lowest setting, wait 15 mins, remove...

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Cheers Mark, very helpfull.

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17 Jun 2019, 22:27
No umph! C5 mk 2 2004 2.0 hdi manual

by chasqui » 07 Jun 2019, 17:23
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After moving in the shadows of the forum for years, I am stumped.

My C5 is lacking power. Hardly no acceleration in lower gears and really loses speed when going up hill.

If I unplug the connector to the mass air flow sensor, a pollution fault light comes (to be expected!) BUT the car runs perfectly like a rocket.

So, I go away and order a...

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Good thinking Guzzi, isn't there a method of resetting the learning and starting from scratch? :?:
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17 Jun 2019, 21:09
Citroen C5 suspension failure problem

by Trevor Weeks » 23 Aug 2013, 21:35
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Hello my name is Trevor and I live at Park Gate near Fareham, Hampshire and have always been a Citroen owner of many models but for the first time I have a problem that I can't resolve on my C5. I noticed a leak and found that at some point a hose had been changed but a jubilee clip had been used instead of the proper crimping tool, I changed the...

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Also, avoid later DV6 engines at all costs due to turbo failures. I would qualify that by saying that the later DV6C engines, which went back to an 8-valve head are very reliable (so far!) and give a very nice balanced power output - certainly in 1.6 120BHP guise.
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17 Jun 2019, 20:59
C5 x7 Hydractive Front Struts

by petef » 12 Jun 2019, 15:58

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Right Hand Side front strut has started leaking enough to need replacing. My local Indy wanted £485 to do the job but this included £357 for the strut itself which he said he would have to get from Citroen. I have managed to source a strut on line for £199 which is sold as a Genuine Citroen part - no 5271 L6 - and comes complete with Citroen...

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Not certain about LDS system, but if fluid level drops really low on LHM, there is the possibility of air being drawn into the system. Aerated LHM can produce knobbly/notchy/weak power steering, and harsh suspension, the latter giving the impression of a 'suspension fault'. Failure to bleed an LHM system by the correct procedure can also give...

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17 Jun 2019, 18:04
Why do new spheres go hard very quickly?

by detheridge » 15 Jun 2019, 16:22

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Hi folks,
This may seem like a daft question.
On my former C5 the front spheres went solid, so I replaced them with a new set. The ride was perfect for a few days and then they went quite stiff - not solid, but certainly not up to Cit standards.
The car was an H3+, so should I have replaced the centre sphere at the same time? The rear ones were...

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Good news David, glad it seems sorted for you - I don't know what they thought they were doing at the garage you used....

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17 Jun 2019, 15:46
My neighbour just pointed me to

by Gibbo2286 » 16 Jun 2019, 11:05

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This set of you tube videos, might help some.

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I was very disappointed to see that they didn't change the brake pads as well. A complete waste of new discs if that isn't done at the same time.

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17 Jun 2019, 12:20
Lower front wishbones

by KennyW » 12 Jun 2019, 15:33

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Hi Guys,

With the subframe off the car I thought I would have a look for the irritating knock I have been getting and on examining the rear bushes on the wishbone found both had a lot of play.

When removed they are shot. One I can almost pull the bush off.

Fortunately I bought replacement wishbones and fitted same.

I have read the procedure to...

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Well done Kenny! Quite challenging things them wishboned C5's :-D

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17 Jun 2019, 09:17
Citroen ZX 1.9D Auxiliary idler

by dannyboy84 » 16 Jun 2019, 15:06

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Hi Everyone

Just a quick question, can you replace the bearings on the auxiliary drive belt idler pulley?
Getting strange noise when traveling and have used screwdriver to listen to the drive belt pulleys and it's either the idler pulley or alternator.
However no effect on lights or warning lights so I am starting with the cheapest.
Have removed...

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I replaced the bearings on the idler of Vel Satis. The whole assembly was about £140 and an SKF bearing was only a tenner. Some assembly's with brackets attached may not have a bearing that will press out though. There is an idler on the ZX with the dog leg bracket?

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17 Jun 2019, 09:07
Upgrading a Xantia LX with (V)SX kit

by aerodynamica » 16 Jun 2019, 18:28

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Hi all, I was wondering if anyone knows if it's practical to fit rear electric windows and mirrors to a low spec LX car.

Some models I've read about in the past have the wiring harnesses already present for E.g electric seats even where they're not fitted. I think the XM was like that.

I wonder if it would be practical to replace the rear...

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Ah I see.

Yes the mk1 uses a circular 4 way rocker on the drivers door for the mirrors, the heated mirrors come on with the heated rear window, rear electric windows have a switch on each door and one on the centre console.

I must be thinking of my old BX that seemed to have countless unused miltiplugs behind blanks in the center console.....

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16 Jun 2019, 19:18
MK1 C5 2.2 Automatic Gear selector

by mickthemaverick » 07 Jun 2019, 19:36

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The blind which surrounds the gear stick and keeps the slot closed as you move the selector up and down has disintegrated on my car. I have searched the usual breakers and auctions but to no avail, however I have discovered a complete gear selector for a 2008 C4 and the slot shape is the same as mine, so does anyone know if the blind from that...

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Just to tidy this up, I found a breaker with the gear parts I need and they should be here this week. Thanks for the comments! :-D

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16 Jun 2019, 17:26
Citroen ZX rear fog lens

by dannyboy84 » 26 Apr 2019, 13:31

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Hi all,

Got a problem with the rear fog light on my ZX 1.9D estate, the lens was smashed and has completely come off.

Just need help on how to remove the light unit and hopefully where to get one? Tried Citroen dealer and local breakers but no joy.
Are there any other vehicles or models that share the same rear fogs? On my estate they are...

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Hi guys

Got the car through the Mot.
Swapped the nearside rear fog to the offside as this is all that is legally required by law. That's what the garage did anyway

Will keep a lookout for one in the future, thanks for the help everyone

Regards

Danny

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16 Jun 2019, 15:00
x7 steering rack - Gone again

by KennyW » 04 Nov 2018, 21:21
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Hi all,

Well I have a leak from the LP pipe going into/out of pinion, Can anyone tell me which seal size I fit ?

I'm going to replace both seals as I had used the old seals when changing the rack in the spring was moving house misplaced my seals and required the car urgently. Managed to get 6 months out of them.

Kenny

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Well done and fingers crossed Kenny.
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16 Jun 2019, 12:11
2001 berlingo sill repair

by Martinez » 10 Jun 2019, 19:08

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My sills have been patched in the past, but as per norm the inner sills are also gone so the o/s rear jacking point has collapsed. I’m just going to patch it for this year but need to think about replacing both sills and rebuilding the inner sills and jacking points. Anyone have a picture of how these panels are constructed ?
I know the outer...

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It’s not stopped raining for over a week now so in the few hours of dry today I cut into the sill. I think it’ll be easier to weld it from outside rather than lying underneath. But anyone got picture of how the rear of the sill is built ? I’m going to rebuild inner and outer sill and the jacking point so picture would be useful as a guide. Cheers

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16 Jun 2019, 00:38
No front fog lights on a 2003 C5

by detheridge » 15 Jun 2019, 06:17

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Hi folks,
My recently acquired C5 is excellent, but I have no front foglights. The bulbs are there, but when I try to switch them on there's no indication on the dash, or movement in the switch. When I turn the switch again, the rear ones light up. Is this a problem with the control stalk?

Thanks in advance,
David.

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Duh - and Specsavers time!
I checked the car in daylight and you're correct and I'm absolutely wrong. This is the first C5 I've ever come across without front fogs. Oh well.
Thanks for the info guys.

David (embarrassed)

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15 Jun 2019, 16:17
Citroen Xsara - Heater Blower NOT WORKING

by c0nn3ct » 12 Jun 2019, 21:29
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I have had an issue with the heater blower on my Citroen Xsara 2003 intermittently for the past year. It started off by not working at all, and the solution was to wiggle the key until it kicked in again, this problem looked identical to the video here -

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This happened again and I managed to get it to work by wiggling the key...

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I do know that there was an issue with the blower motor bearings; where water gets into the bearings and they can start to seize up. When this happens on models with climate control, the blower motor starts off on low and gradually powers up to the required speed as needed depending on the actual temperature and requested temperature.

In this...
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14 Jun 2019, 22:10
Wheel tracking "computer says no"

by aerodynamica » 18 May 2019, 10:49
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I think the tracking is off on the Xantia ever since I changed the strut tops and lower arm bushes a month or so back.

I called into National tyres and after asking what car it was, said they couldn't do the tracking on them because they're too old!

It's only tracking!

It seems that they have to put in the computer system what make and model...

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And 10% off at eBay(uk) until 11.59pm 15/6/19 with the code PRICEWIN :) Price after discount - £65.

Hmmmm..... Even I'm tempted and I'm in no hurry to check the tracking on any of the cars here :lol:
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14 Jun 2019, 21:53
Lifting up Citroen Xsara

by 40075trip » 08 Jun 2019, 15:53

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Hi guys!!! I got Citroen Xsara 1.8 liter engine manual Xu7jp4 engine, year of 1998.
I love my car so much that we are going on travels together, countryside, gravel, snow in the winter, etc...
I would like to lift up the car a little bit, something like 5 cm, but I don't want handling to be very bad.
Basically lifting up the front is pretty easy,...

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I fitted a set of rear spring assisters (extra small springs) on our Xsara Estate. It perked up the back end and increased the load carrying capacity.

I fitted a similar kit to our new 308 as well.

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14 Jun 2019, 12:46
Suspected timing chain failure

by LittleOldSuzi » 13 Jun 2019, 20:41

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I have a 2014 Relay van equipped with the Ford 2.2 diesel engine (130HP) that I think the timing chain tensioner may have failed on.

At cold it revs up fine a idles in neutral normally. When you drive it sounds like something is loose in the top end, the noise is worse the harder you accelerate and so I baby it for 5 minutes while the engine...

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If it was the timing chain it would happen all the time, well that is the norm, the noize just gets louder the higher the RPM. It may quieten down when hot but not by much. It would be very unusual for a cam chain to do what yours is doing, maybe a second opinion would help.

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14 Jun 2019, 11:40
Softening suspension of Mk1 Dispatch

by kenbw2 » 11 Jun 2019, 21:37

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I've got a Dispatch with extra stiff suspension. On the one hand I appreciate that it's obviously in good condition, but on the other hand I feel every tiny bump.

This is in contrast with the Synergie, which is based on the same chassis. That has buttery soft suspension, and I kinda want that.

Obviously it's going to be a straight swap with them...

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Do accurately check your tyre pressures. On some cars, even a couple of psi over the recommended pressure can make the ride really unpleasant. Serious under-inflation can produce dangerous handling and loss of directional and cornering stability, but it might be worth just trying dropping by 2psi, and see whether it makes a difference. But get...

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13 Jun 2019, 18:20
Xantia Activa Clutch Cable Adjustment

by Zelandeth » 12 May 2019, 19:56

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The clutch on my Activa has always been a bit on the low side. This tended to be most apparent if there was anything beyond a paper thin floor mat in the footwell.

This afternoon I finally got around to seeing if there was any way to adjust the cable.

...However ended up failing to even locate it. I had assumed that the clutch arm would be...

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Yes, but it doesn't stretch that far back. I'll get it up on the ramps if the rain ever stops and have a rummage. Haven't a clue how far down it made it before it served itself somewhere.

This whole reservoir is just utterly stupid. I'm honestly seriously considering just chopping the pipe off and fitting a proper remote reservoir with a proper...

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13 Jun 2019, 16:53
the egs gearbox

by paddywac » 15 Mar 2010, 21:30

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hi i am a newbie to the forum and i would like a piece of advice,i am thinking of changing to a c4 picasso,i have heard a lot of different viewpoints re the egs gearbox in this model so i am asking for opinions on this forum......is the egs good,bad,or indifferent thanks in advance. :wink:

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No the C5 X7 was available with a fully Auto AM6 box from Aisin. Generally very reliable, but ignore the 'sealed for life' claims on the gearbox oil. Changing the gearbox oil over 3 intervals (as it cannot all be changed in one go) will hep ensure that it remains working in tip top condition. Very few reliability issues I'm aware of and plenty of...

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13 Jun 2019, 13:39
Soggy Carpets - Activa Brake Control Valve?

by petef » 14 Nov 2018, 21:40

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So the red stop lights illuminate on the dash and LHM level is very low......but no puddles underneath. Further investigation finds a dirty stain on the carpet in the drivers footwell. Sure enough footwell is swimming in LHM. After considerable contortions discover fluid is entering around the brake rod behind pedal. So must be the brake control...

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Just resurrecting this thread with a comment and a question.

It proved flat out impossible to get that Dutch Cap thingie in place without completely removing the brake control valve. Mine is a LHD car and there simply was not enough give in the high pressure pipes to allow any turning through 90 degrees of the valve - it had to come out. Not...

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11 Jun 2019, 18:45
C5 X7 VTR+ Very harsh suspension

by mikevybiral » 09 Jun 2019, 22:54

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New to me C5 X7 2008 2.0 HDI VTR+ (Metal suspension). Chinese tyres of illegible brand.

After 30+ years on hydraulic suspension I thought I might manage with this metal spring version but it's way too hard and harsh, a real spine jangler!
Maybe this is normal but if it's not I'd welcome any advice on softening it up. Otherwise it will have to...

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Switch to 17 inch wheels

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11 Jun 2019, 09:01
Once Again I Own A Xantia

by admiral51 » 19 Nov 2018, 22:46
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Well what can i say, a sucker for punishment or maybe i just know how good they really are :rofl2:

It is a MK2 2000 W plate HDI ( 90bhp) with 75k on the clock, has spent approx 10 years in Spain ( exported and imported by same owner ), interior is as close to mint as you can get apart from an after market stereo, so yes on the lookout for an...

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Details of ride height checking for Xantia is in the 2001 Mechanics' Handbook
viewtopic.php?f=3&t=61218&p=590278#p590278
pp 215-216

To download the booklet pdf, click on the 2001 next to Xantia S2.
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10 Jun 2019, 21:14
Engine Cover part needed

by admiral51 » 03 Jun 2019, 17:50

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DSC_0537.JPG During my maintenance weekend i discovered i now only have 1 engine cover fixing clip, so for the time being i have removed the cover.

I have searched on Service.Box but only have limited access, convinced the part is 0137 11 but have no idea if still available from Citroen or if i need to look elsewhere. DSC_0538.JPG

Thanks in...

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:-** Trouble is prices change daily Colin (both up and down), but having checked this now, they are the same price £2.48 inclusive, so they are overcharging methinks!

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10 Jun 2019, 20:45
2015 C5 DW10FD WIRING DIAGRAM NEEDED

by Johnd993 » 09 Jun 2019, 18:29

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I need a wiring diagram for 2015 DW10FD 2.0 Hdi diesel. Or pin chart to identify wiring around engine. (Especially TPS / accelerator /ECU.)
Anyone help? That engine has been out since around 2014 or even earlier in the C4 Picasso so must be one available by now?

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So the Throttle Position Sensor 1261 (built into the Accelerator pedal) should have a brown 6 pin connector. This goes to the Engine ECU, 53 Pin Black connector as shown below with pins:

Partner TPS Diag.PNG

Wiring
1380Z: + 5 volt accelerator pedal position indicator power supply
1378D: Accelerator pedal 2 position info
1466D: accelerator...

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10 Jun 2019, 13:58
C5 X7 2.0 Hdi Oil level sensor

by centurus2400 » 03 Jun 2019, 09:18

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I knew it was too good to be true. After several months of trouble free motoring, I was driving happily along when I got a warning about low oil level, and the service light came on.

Oil level checked when I got home and it was spot on, exactly where it had been since I changed the oil some 4000 miles ago.

Now, every time I start the car it...

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A look through eBay found just one air inlet for my car, for the grand sum of 16 quid :-)

It's now been cleaned up, and looks like new, so if/when it very stops raining I'll fit with some extra cable ties for security :)

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10 Jun 2019, 09:41
Engine light/abs

by renagade » 01 Jun 2019, 09:18
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Well hello guy's
While driving along yesterday on my way to Cleethorpes ( fish and chips) the orange engine light and the esp light came on and the car went into limp mode so as you can guess it is In Evans Halshaw Citroen in Doncaster. As most of you will know this car has cost me a bloody lot of money in repairs.

Guy;s should I be worried...

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Let's hope you make it to 10! :-D
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09 Jun 2019, 23:42
C5 2008 (X7 ?) Turbo Fault

by admiral51 » 27 Oct 2018, 14:47
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Finally my C5 has given me a kick after 7 years of pretty trouble free motoring :(

It is a 2008 1.6 Hdi so one of the early new shape models.
I have the service light on and it says risk of particle filter risk of clogging. I originally tried to regen it by taking it on a long motorway drive but still says the same.
I have taken it into a garage...

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Careful, Peter will be along soon to say it's quite low actually!
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09 Jun 2019, 20:30
Berlingo self adjusting clutch cable problem

by Raul » 30 May 2019, 09:51

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Hello

I just replaced a snapped clutch cable on my berlingo and I have a question about initial adjustment. I have not deal with self adjusting cables before. When I replaced the cable the clutch did not engaged at first at all. I removed the piece on the clutch cable that I saw visibly that it needs to be removed. I do not know how to explain it...

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The clutch must be very heavy to keep breaking cables, try lubricating the clutch shaft where it enters the bell housing, they can get very tight. If all else fails you should be able to insert something on to the outer cable the gearbox end to increase the tension.

Turns out that the cable was not even snapped. The clutch was apparently so...

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09 Jun 2019, 20:00
Rear suspention longitudinal link!!

by Jim66a » 09 Jun 2019, 18:59

Hi, Has anyone any tips or advice for replacing item 3 (longitudinal link I think) Is it best to replace as a whole or just the bushes?
On mine bush 11 has failed and item 3 contacts the hub carrier item 20 causing a knock. You can just see the point of contact in the photo.
Will the nut (71) be inside the car?
Many thanks
Jim

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09 Jun 2019, 18:59

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