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Hi All,
I've had this message appear. No loss of power, no obvious symptoms. I plugged in my cheapo code reader and it showed P1351, cleared code, no change. Took the car to a local garage who plugged in their diagnostic machine (generic) and it came up with two fault codes P1351 'pre-heating relay circuit, relay controlled and plugs, permanent...

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Just noticed that the rather good Sealey SG-18 wax injection/spray gun kit is currently available on Amazon at a little over half price . . .

This usually sells for £80+.
Pressurised container, unlike a normal spray gun. Operates at 4∼6bar from a compressor.
Makes underbody application of wax quick and easy, and spray...

hi all, possibly some surgery to the 2010 C5 163 exclusive

4 years ago this week - I bought the car with a nakk'd engine (turbo and oil pump fail), and set about replacing the powerunit. inc Cambelt kit, filters etc

Since then, I have replaced the rear calipers (with used items), replaced the rear discs and pads, and done 2 or 3 oil changes,...

Hi, I have a 2016 1.2 petrol Cactus. The ABS, ESP, lights came on. The fault code was the front o/s abs sensor signal not correct. I changed sensor but still the same problem. I swapped n/s and o/s original sensors knowing the n/s was good, but still same problem.
I checked the signal from the sensor with a fox well reader and it was not...

Hello! so I've been noticing a weird behaviour of the AISIN AM6C automatic transmission of my C5 X7 3.0 HDi:

usually in 3rd gear when I accelerate a little more than normal the rpm's go slightly and suddenly up and stay there for a very short while before going back and continuing their regular acceleration

So far I've noticed it only in the 3rd...

In February, I had a problem with the rad fan working as it should on slow speed & when fast speed was needed I got the message Stop! Engine temperature too high . I replaced the fan control unit, which fixed it.
Yesterday I got in a traffic jam & the fan didn't come on at all. I left it idling at home and again the fan does not come on at all....

I thought I would post up a 'How To' on replacing the C5 X7 Pollen Filter and Cleaning the Air Con / Air System, specifically for the Right Hand Drive model, as the very few You Tube videos on this are for Left Hand Drive vehicles and are generally not in English. Citroen Service docs don't really help much either as they show the process for a...

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Lack of coherence between the control and the measured turbocharging pressure.
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I know Citroen doesn't recommend Oil Stop Leak products however my 2009 1.6 HDI has done 101k miles and I'd like to get a bit more life from it.

I've managed to stop some of the leaks by replacing the rocker head cover (Inc gasket) but I still have some. I fitted a plastic tray above the alternator to try and protect the alternator but I...

My dad’s car, Gwin, (1.1l, 1994) has lost cranking completely and suddenly. Starts easily with a bump start. Battery fine. Thinking starter solenoid or ignition switch? Does the steering wheel have to come off to get cowling off for access to the ignition switch?

Thanks

I'm looking for a space saver wheel for my 2008 C5 but I can't find any original wheel or the specification. From what I gather, I should have the following:
rim size - 16 inch or larger
bolt pattern - 5x108 mm
centre bore - 65.1 mm. Q1: Is larger ok?
total diameter - as close as possible to 679.3 mm (calculated from the 225/55 R17 full-size)....

My pump was clicking once every 5 seconds, and when I took the accumulator sphere off it was definitely flat - when I put a screwdriver in to feel where the diaphragm was, I was able to put it pretty much all the way in.

I've put a replacement on - an anti sink sphere actually - and it's improved somewhat but still not doing very well.

I've done...

Can anyone tell me the part number for the EGR valve for my car please .
Thank you.

Hi forum can anyone help me with a part number for lower wishbones on my Citroen synergie

I can’t seem to find it out anywhere. I’ve found some on eBay but they want the original part number to cross reference with there part

Hi all,

My Xsara Picasso's clutch has been on the heavy side and juddery on take up of drive for quite a while, and is now starting to slip on harsh acceleration in 2nd/3rd, so it needs replacing. My question is, as this is the first car I've owned with a hydraulic clutch: do garages routinely replace the slave (release) cylinder at the same time...

Today car was bouncing and was not going over 40km. I checked the suspension and front suspension was at highest and rear one was on normal height. Tried lowering it but do not go lower. Checked the lds tank and there was smoke coming out from under the tank. I can hear the pump noise even after switching off the ignition but nothing happens, so...

Why do they mis behave just at the wrong time, lavished lots of TLC, treat her with respect and she goes and springs a leak :twisted:

I am talking about my Xantia in my profile not SWMBO :rofl2:

Will get pics up in a bit.

Leaking from the N/S/F strut, think it is the return pipe [-o<
Not leaking like a tap running but enough to give...

Hi, I have recently swapped my 10E to GT but, it wont start, I have spark and fuel but, it wont start. I did swap over the old distributor from my 1.0 engine. Anyone experienced this before?

Hello,

I'm new here, although I've owned Citroens for many years (but not with so much electronics as this one...)
I'm hoping someone may be able to help with a tricky problem my Picasso has been having. It's a 2007 1.6 16V TU5JP4. Has anyone come across (with Picasso or other Cits/Peugeots with this engine) a problem with oil entering the...

Hello,
New member so apologies if this is in the wrong section or has already been asked a thousand times. I did try the search but couldn't find anything.

So, bit of background, just bought 2010 C5 110 1.6 HDi tourer which shows new turbo fitted almost exactly 12 months ago and as luck would have it the turbo went whilst I was driving it home...

Hi all,

I have bought a Berlingo 1999 DW8 for work but, the pump recently starts to leak. How to replace the whole pump?

If yes what are the instructions for it.

My in cab fan isn't blowing very efficiently, I think it must be partially blocked somewhere so thought it would be an idea to change the pollen filter first. However after googling where it is I can't find anything that resembles a filter housing. Any idea where it could be?

I have an October 2008 C5 Tourer Exclusive, automatic 6-speed gear, new type, 100 kW 2 l. HDiF engine
VIN VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff]

First owners put on 145 000 km in 9 years, since October 2017 I have put another 47 000 km on top. When buying the C5, my local garage gave it a complete overhaul with new filters, belts, the works. Nothing done on the...

Hello again ...... My trusty 2010 59 plate C5 Exclusive Estate workhorse has developed a fault, the reverse sensors still work perfectly, and so does the flashing distance icon on the interior screen, but no beep or audible sound of any kind ? also the N/S headlamp very lower part daytime side light has blown, not in handbook ! ................

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This morning, while driving to work, after about 20km's ride, a gear box fault warning appeared, along with the service went on and it showed D3 constantly (with a flashing light above it). I was on the highway and there was noting I could do, so, I drove on about 10 more kilometers until I've reached my destination. I turned the engine off....

Hi guys, how easy is it to change a fuel filter on a C5 2004 -2008 1.6 HDI ??? Has anyone got a step by step guide to do this please. Thank you

Hi all, after having issues with cooling system fan, I have resolved most of them, thanks to Marc and Richard. I have now noticed a water leak and it seems to be coming from the timing belt region, so I suspect it’s the water pump and probably the reason why my van is overheating.

Can anyone please help me providing info On how to do do a timing...

wonder if I could piggy back on this thread?
I have a 2014 C5 estate. It is low spec but has a/c and air blower system operates through central controls next to radio/cd the temp range runs lo 14 ..........28 hi Not a temp gauge but 'comfort level' 22 is toasty and soon gets too warm but below that level it runs cold so cannot moderate heat to...

Hi

Im new to this forum but have benefited from many of the posts over the years with my previous mark 1 berlingo -

my current car is a 2004 mark 2 berlingo multispce with a 2.0l HDI engine (rhy siemens)

got a really annoying problem basically occasionally it dosent start, but it turns over and we are pretty sure it is a problem of the fuel...

Hi
There seam to be loads of Chinese Turbos on eBay. I probably need one for the 110bhp 1.6 HDI.

My gut feeling is for £120 leave well alone.

Any feedback?

Ta
Louis

Hello everybody i just want to ask if the 6500CK (L04-00) BSM is the correct one for my C4 coupe 1,6 from the year 2005

Hello
Have strange problem, got Citroen XM mkII 2.1TD 1997. after 2 months parking my car lost connect with computer.
Lexia cant connect with Lucas Pomp and Hydroactive suspension. Immobilizer (code keyboard) throw me errror - no connect with ecu. Also automatic gear box display stopped showing actual gear. That lots of problems i never got before...

Hi again ,
If there was a carbon blockage in the pipework relating to insufficient flow of the EGR valve , does anyone know the part number for the pipe/pipes in question ? Thinking of just replacing them rather than try to cleaning something I can’t see.
TIA.

Hi all,

So as some of you may know i have a 2005 xsara picasso with the 2.0 HDi engine

Cold starting has been a little iffy for a few years but always starts up, now today as it was freezing cold i got a chance to properly listen to it starting
Now this morning the glowplug light did it's less than 2 second glowing and i waited a few more...

Hi
I think my turbo is on its way out. Using more oil etc.

I understand in most cases carbon clogged oil pipes to the turbo cause premature turbo failure. If I replaced these pipes before the turbo died would it buy me any extra life from the turbo?

Ta
Louis

Guys, what're the chances a replacement clutch in the ETG6 would be covered by my used Picasso warranty? T&C's say so... But wouldn't they say a clutch is wear and tear? Thanks

Hi
My car is making extremely loud noise from the exhaust and have lost all power. Mechanic told me that the EGR valve which is broken.
Someone know or can explain how to change this one? Don’t even know where it’s located.

Citroen c5 1,6 Diesel engine.

hi,
how do you connect the canister found under front right wing? car model: citroen Xsara ph2 1.4
it is for fuel vapor, i think...

Hi All, just when I thought I had my cooling problems sorted and was taking it for a run to confirm that I did, my temp gauge skyrocketed to the top.

I opened the hood to investigate and noticed the heater hose has broken off at the firewall end. I have never seen this type of connection before and need some advice, tips and helpful knowledge on...

Morning all, newbie on here but not to online forums!

I own a 2000 Xantia 110bhp Forte and I must say I absolutely love the car to bits. I love the way it drives and had been well looked after mechanically by the previous owner. The bodywork does let it down slightly but that can all be sorted in good time.

Anyway....THE BIT I NEED HELP...

Hi. The right hand front door grab handle on my C5 (X7) 2009 model is broken. The trim is fine. Anyone with information how / where I could sorce a new or used one? Citroen sells the complete door panel only. The grab handle is attached to the door panel with screws, so one could be salvaged from a damaged door panel.