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PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

by GiveMeABreak » 09 Dec 2023, 17:48 » in Diagnostics

PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

The following will cover most basic equipment, but will exclude later systems & Tech.

PSA Electrical Diagrams Introduction - Function and Constitution of Codes
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Coding of Functions
PSA Electrical Diagrams - Component Coding
PSA Electrical Diagrams -...

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Citroen, DS Automobiles and Peugeot Official Part Number Requests

by GiveMeABreak » 15 May 2021, 13:55
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Please make all your Citroen , DS Automobiles or Peugeot Parts Requests on this thread

This thread is only for donating members who wish to request official part numbers or Parts Diagrams.

Please don't post technical queries or ask 'how to' questions here. Create a thread in one of the main Citroen / Peugeot Forums for these queries....

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Thanks Marc, youre a diamond!
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Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jun 2020, 17:01 » in Useful links
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Just for members to be aware that airbagteam.com based in the UK are offering a 10% discount to FCF members on any of their services.

The FCF does not endorse any company directly, but thought this would be of use to members.

Full details of their services and the discount can be found here:

Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

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Re the 407 door seal issue and airbag warnings, after a few days of rain and testing with the hose, I gave up as water was still pooling on top of the bottom door seal and then running inside the car.

My solution was to put a few holes thru the seal with a leather hole punch tool which seems to allow the water to exit (the door seal gets squashed...
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07 Mar 2024, 23:42
Important Information concerning access to PSA parts data

by xantia_v6 » 19 Mar 2020, 04:19 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues
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As some of you may already have realised, PSA (Citroen, DS Automobiles & Peugeot) have this week (from 16/03/2020) decided to close off free access to parts information.

The public version of PSA's ServiceBox, which is the official source for parts and information has had a freely accessible parts system for registered garages, and individual...

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Please note: This Thread is now Locked.

Please Make All Your Citroen or Peugeot Parts Requests Here

All parts requests from this topic have been moved there.
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14 Nov 2021, 07:21
New PSA Heritage Parts for Classic Cars

by GiveMeABreak » 11 Oct 2019, 16:18

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Parts for Classic / Older Citroen, Peugeot Renault Vehicles

This may be of interest to Members with older vehicles where getting parts is a struggle and for those not already aware of the site.

PSA are embarking on a project to provide some supplies of original and re manufactured parts for older vehicles and classics, and have made it a...

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I'm trying them for anything showing up as NFP now.
Sometimes hit lucky.

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24 Jan 2020, 16:49
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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Supersticky

by myglaren » 04 Jan 2010, 18:44

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

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Xantia Driver Seat Height Lever

by PicassoPigeon » 22 Oct 2006, 09:29

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Has anyone got a picture of this when installed mine has fallen off and I cant find the screws anywhere?

What screws do i need to re-fit? Is this a trip to B&Q?

Thanks, gav425

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I managed it without taking the seat out....

It is a fiddle though!

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04 Jun 2007, 08:27
removal of cooling fans xantia complete unit

by admiral51 » 24 May 2007, 18:57
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hi
ive got a 1996 P plate 1.9 d lx xantia A/C that has problems with the cooling fans. i have trawled through the posts already with regard to the wiring and testing which has helped greatly.
i need to remove the complete unit of both fans as the previous owner has cut and rejoined wires from one fan to the other as only one fan has a blade on.
as...

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job now finished had problems with bumper but all else went quite smoothly.fan housing slightly different but gently use of stanley knife and fits like a glove :)
very tight with the aircon pipes those bolts are b*****s hope to get a/c up and running soon
colin
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03 Jun 2007, 21:23
height adjustment

by metgreentd » 20 May 2007, 21:33
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hi all
im going to attempt adjusting the front ride height on my 95 xantia 1.9td this week i know about the clamp on the roll bar needing loosening and the small movement needed to affect an adjustment but my question is i have been told that adjustment can be made by loosening the bolt where the height adjuster rod rod attaches to the adjuster...

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i am adjusting the ride height because i have replaced all the bushes and ball joints etc at the front and stupidly disconected both the roll bar drop links at the same time which i am told is a no no and will upset the ride height which lo and behold on reassembly the car is now rather high at the front.i have checked the linkages for any bent or...
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03 Jun 2007, 00:43
xantia brake pads

by fangy » 02 Jun 2007, 13:30

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Hello,
I'm going to change the front and back brake pads on my Xantia tomorrow, is there any problems I can expect or is the brakes on these cars as straight forward as most Fords and Vauxhalls? Also can anyone tell me if a car needs the back plate covering the back disc for it's m o t?
Thanks,
Fangy.

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I think I'll buy a suitable drift before trying it again, I wasn't sure how much abuse it would take so I was using a normal hammer. I noticed the end of the pin starting to splay, that's when I gave up. Your right about the WD 40, It wasn't helping atoll but I'll give the diesel a try.
Thanks for the help,
Fangy.

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02 Jun 2007, 23:58
Front Seat Cover Xantia

by jmd » 02 Jun 2007, 12:48

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Has anybody any idea if an original seat cover can be purchased from Citroen & if so what is the price.

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The Alacantra manufacturers' website is quite informative (if a bit slow), and recommends weekly cleaning with a damp white cloth.

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02 Jun 2007, 22:49
Xantia Airbag light

by ekaftan » 26 May 2007, 16:57

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I just agreed to buy a 2002 2.016v SX Xantia with a blinking airbag light. Price is low enough to take the chance, but anyway, can I get some info from the way it blinks?

Most posts here say the light blinks for a while and then goes on permanently. How long is that 'while'? this one I drove for 10 minutes and it was still blinking. Is that a...

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What need and certainty is there that he will replace the entire cabling when it can be fixed by tightening, resoldering or bypassing the plug/connector under the seat ?
There’s no mention of that here, it’s always been plug repairs.
You may be able to do that yourself, and tell him to go donde el diablo perdió el poncho.

Donde el diablo perdió...

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02 Jun 2007, 14:17
Xantia Judder

by glenndaleuk1 » 13 May 2007, 08:14
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Hi All
I have just started to get a judder at between 35-40 mph on my 97 1.9tdi vsx Seems to get worse when I accellerate then disapears at around 45mph I had the wheels balanced and replaced one tyre, However the judder is still there.It does not seem to be comeing up thru the steering It seems the whole car is shaking. Has anyone encountered...

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Hi All
Ok at last got the Job sorted.Two reconditioned Driveshafts and £350 Lighter Hey presto no more judda. And I thought I could afford meat this week.
Thanks for all your Posts
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02 Jun 2007, 12:42
Xantia TD Year 99 Automatic

by jmd » 01 Jun 2007, 00:34

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Should the gear change (floor panel) on the Xantia Automatic be illuminated at the gearstick. I took one for a drive this evening and there is no illumination on the floor at the base of the gearstick- wondered if this panel should be lit,or is the indicater on the dashboad considered sufficient. Perhaps somebody could advise me.

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Thanks for your replies. Seems reasonable that there should be a bulb here. Yes Deian my gearboy seems to be the same as yours

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02 Jun 2007, 12:26
zx hub nut size

by weety » 30 May 2007, 21:44

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i need to do a mates driveshaft on a ZX at the weekend..... i cant find my hub sockets so i need to buy one....i seem to recall they are 32mm anyone know if thats right?

cheers

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cheers guys...one large socket and a breaker bar and im all set.......

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01 Jun 2007, 23:35
Put MK2 radio into my MK1 Xantia - steering controls n/w

by JamesQB » 01 Jun 2007, 22:07

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Hi,

I got given the radio from a MK2 Xantia, the one with a DIN socket for a CD changer, by a friend and have put it in place of the radio in my MK1 Xantia.

Trouble is that the steering controls for volume, seek, etc., won't work for the newer radio despite all the connector sockets on the back being identical.

The original radio was the old...

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Apart from the different makes of radio, Mk2 models have more buttons on the steering wheel.

I presume it's down to different coded signals to and from the radio/steering wheel.

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01 Jun 2007, 22:13
1997 2.1TD Xantia Problems

by h2ocooler » 01 Jun 2007, 12:41

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HI had to replace the alternator belt tensioner on my 2.1 TD Xantia and it took over a week to get on and get round to fit it, during that time the car sat with the battery and ECU dissconnected, just put it all back together and when i turn the ignition on all i get is the Battery light, no other warning lights at all, the code pad works and...

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Excellent Rob :D

Very pleased that one is resolved!

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01 Jun 2007, 14:16
Economy mode

by RichardW » 22 May 2007, 08:16

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My Dad has just bought a C4 and is still frusttrated by it shutting down into 'economy' mode after 30 mins (same as his 02 Xsara). Now, I have heard a rumour that the dealer can turn off or adjust this feature via the diagnostic computer. His local service agent, however, has denied all knowledge. Anbody (er, Wheeler.... :lol: ) know the truth...

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Thanks Wheeler, I'm sure that will not impress my folks!

Richard: economy mode cuts in after 30 mins with the ignition switched to accessories position. It cuts power to everything and puts ECON on the display - nothing will work until the engine is started again. Which is a real PITA if you are sitting in the car waiting for something and...

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01 Jun 2007, 07:52
heater matrix

by pazauk » 31 May 2007, 11:46

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Hi all got a leaking matrix and am about to do the job in the next few weeks would be VERY grateful of any tips from people who have done this themselves e.g. what really needs to be removed ect. The car is a xantia 2.1td 1998 with aircon also pics would be a really big help many thanks si.

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Make plenty of notes and take pictures at each stage of dismantlement. Tag the wiring connectors and index all the parts on the steering column. It takes ages but it's not technically demanding.

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01 Jun 2007, 07:04
Xantia failed MOT on leaking height corrector

by andmcit » 30 May 2007, 23:42

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Is there anything that's obvious inside to see/clean/repair/dismantle in situ
etc before I get a whole replacement and attempt to tackle the grotty
looking pipe nuts on the joints to the original?

It's most definitely leaking from the rigid end cap on the rear end of my VSX...

Andrew

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Seems an odd spot to leak from? How is the end plastic cap fastened Simon?

Yeah, seems like an uncommon problem. As malcolm says the diaphram on that end can be replaced in situ without removing any pipes, so I'd be trying that first if you think the flare nuts are going to round off...

If the diaphram can't be sourced on its own perhaps obtain...

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01 Jun 2007, 06:38
Xantia vsx interior

by elma » 31 May 2007, 16:06

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If anyone lives near cardiff and wants a fairly good interior for a xantia theres one in a scrap yard. All seats, headrests and doorcards present.
Its the tartan red and white striped one, looks in fairly good condition just needs a hoover. The bloke was fairly good on prices but I didn't ask about the interior cos I wasn't thinking at the time.
I...

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Strut tops had about as much rust as mine. Didn't check the rubbers. To be honest I couldn't really tell if they were ok or not. I don't know what would be acceptable rusting.

One of the cars was L reg and one was M. The M had 145k.
Both were green, PMAT i think was the paint code.
Between them there was one good un of each panel except the...

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31 May 2007, 20:24
HDI 90 - temp gauge problem?

by Mad Ax » 31 May 2007, 18:21

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After almost 2 weeks of Xsara ownership, I've noticed a slight strangeness in the temp gauege.

I live atop a very steep and narrow hill in a quant little countrified area*, and while ascending said hill with a warm engine (having driven 15 miles from Bath) the temp gauge decided that the engine was completely cold. I didn't actually see it drop,...

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6 miles is about normal.
My journey to work is 5 miles, if its a hot day, the aircons on and I thrash the knackers off the engine, the temp gauge is just at normal by the time I get there. In winter it barely moves off cold on the same journey.

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31 May 2007, 19:33
Xantia 1.9td EGR system?

by howiedean » 16 May 2007, 20:44
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I’ve been trying to work out how to improve the performance of my Xantia, see my other post on poor acceleration. :( I would be very interested to know if anyone has a photo of the EGR system alternatively have a good description of how to disconnect it?

Thank you very much,

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Ahhh yes.. Electronic cold start advance.. of course.

While I remember... it may also be linked with the glowplug post-heat system, which is cancelled as soon as you press the accelerator more than a couple of mm.
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31 May 2007, 07:25
Garret xantia turbocharger specs

by ohms » 30 May 2007, 12:26

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Hi all,

i wondered if anybody knew the specs of the Garrett T2 turbo fitted to the XUD engines? It's mainly the A/R of the exhaust housing I'm most interested in. :D

Thanks chaps

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it's quite a lot different models, just look yourself

Maybe that will help.

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31 May 2007, 06:51
conversion of citroen c5 6 cylinder to lp gas

by pierre » 31 May 2007, 02:49

I have a c5 citroen. Could anyone who has converted such a car to lp gas advise as to the effectiveness of the conversion and has there been any problems.

kind regards Pierre

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31 May 2007, 02:49
Possessed Xsara rear wiper freaking me out!

by 200sx » 29 May 2007, 21:38

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Hello all.

I've just come across this forum and what a knowledgable bunch you are!

I really hope you can help me to diagnose this weird problem I'm having with the rear wiper on my 2001 Xsara estate.

Around three months ago I engaged the rear wiper, thought nothing of it until I stopped the car to find the wiper stuck half way. I re-engaged the...

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Thanks for your help gents, I think I've found the answer!

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30 May 2007, 22:50
Xantia 2.0 HDI

by tomthered » 23 May 2007, 23:59
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Was thinking of going for one of these. Are they worth having over the standard 1.9 TD?

cheers

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I have never tried it but I dont see why not, although you will have to change the injector pipes as well as the injection order is different on the Bosch pump. I fitted a Bosch pump in place of a CAV on a BX some years ago and found the the back plate will accomodate either, with two alternative sets of holes.
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30 May 2007, 11:14
Xsara HDI - ECU fault light, immobiliser, and keyfob battery

by Mad Ax » 29 May 2007, 14:42

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OK bear with me, this is a long story!

Last year, the ECU light appeared on the dash of Mother Dearest's 2000 Xsara HDI. A trip to Citroen revealed a Low Voltage fault code and an Engine Immobiliser fault code. The Citroen mechanic cleared the faults for the princely sum of £50 and said to return the car if it happened again. How's that for...

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I think the system will eventually put the warning light off of its own accord if it detects the fault has cleared. (Someone told me it does it after the 12th time the car has started since the last time it detected the fault but don't quote me on that!)
So, if the flat battery in the keyfob was the cause of the light coming on it should at some...

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29 May 2007, 16:08
XM and Synergie styling?

by deian » 28 May 2007, 13:46

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Is it me, or is the Synergie based on the styling of an XM, i think this because I notice the rear ligts are the same as the XM estate?

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Well, now you come to mention it, all members of the Citroen family from around that period have a likeness in that from whatever angle you look at them you just know they're a Citroen in the same way that all Pugs from that period have a certain Pugness about them.

Not as bad as all the F**ds these days, they look just like a set of those...

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28 May 2007, 16:48
2.1 xantia front brake sticking

by rongee68 » 21 May 2007, 19:31

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r reg 2.1 diesel xantia (essex). off side front piston in caliper is sticking, as you have to turn the piston as you push it in its not as easy to get it back in. does anyone have any idea's how to free it up (its binding)
thanks ron

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It's a 3 man job (interesting though it is) to put it all back together.

:lol: :lol: :lol: I was that third man :wink:

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28 May 2007, 12:52
2.1td and veg oil

by davethewheel » 27 May 2007, 12:35

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i've had a problem with my 2.1td xantia now for a while and i'm convinced that it's to do with the epic fuel pump so i've been think of changing it for a mechanical one that will be able to take veg oil, am i right in thinking that i'll need a bosch pump and injectors from a xm or will the pump from anything else work, has anyone done this before...

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Ill ask on the veggie oil forum and find out for you but im not sure it will do it without checking. is it the same pump as fitted to the 1.9td engines as if so then it will be fine :)

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27 May 2007, 19:17
Xantia Heater Blower Strangeness

by samtronic » 25 May 2007, 22:50

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Hi,

some time ago I began having problems with the heater blower in my Xantia (with Aircon, without climate control).
Sometimes the blower wouldn't start and I thought: The ignition switch problem.
Then I installed a relay, which probably was a good idea, but didn't fix the problem.
I discovered that I usually could get it going by hitting it and...

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Bed connections are definitely to be preferred... ...or even bad connections...

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27 May 2007, 19:16
ZX TD 1997 whistling

by simoncanfer » 26 May 2007, 14:27

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My ZX makes a whistling noise when revved above 3000rpm under load. Having read the posts on EGR I'm wondering if this 120 000 mile engine has got bunged up with soot etc. It didn't used to whistle like this.

I intend to disable the EGR now anyway. Is there anything else that might be causing the whistle? It's a lot louder than the usual turbo...

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If you have recently fitted a new exhaust, this can make it noiser until it soots up.

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27 May 2007, 18:31
Xsara Estate - rear jacking points, and handbrake adjustment

by Mad Ax » 26 May 2007, 12:03

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The handbrake on my Xsara appears to completely not work. This does not come as a great surprise, since this appears to be a common trait on all Citroens; what was a surprise was to find that the handbrake works on the rear wheels, not the front ones. I thought it was only Ever Other Car Manufacturer In The World that connected their handbrakes to...

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jacking point I use is the round steel bar runs along back of car left to right (think its something like a torson beam) , Jack it up on that and put some axle stands on it .

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27 May 2007, 13:15
Testing lift and TDC sensors

by Xaccers » 23 May 2007, 09:59
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Jim and I put a few more gallons of clean diesel in my old 1.9TD last night to clear it through a bit more as while the cam belt was off, we had snow which the veg in the fuel system didn't take kindly to.

The engine runs, but is very lumpy and produces lots of white smoke.
If we disconnect the lift sensor, it runs much smoother and the taco...

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while we are on topic. could some one explain to me were exaxctly the tdc sensor is. cheers. jamie

Hi Jamie,

On top of the bellhousing, directly above the flywheel. It's a round black component held in with a small bolt and has a thickish black cable running from it to a brown 3 pin plug.

Slip of your air filter housing, look at the...
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27 May 2007, 11:11
Xantia fuel level indecator. Removal and cleaning?

by TehAgent » 26 May 2007, 17:28

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How easy is it to remove the fuel level indicator from the tank and clean it up, as mine really does give false readings, i can put £10 in the car and the light never goes out, always says its empty.

I put £15 worth of diesel in the old girl two days ago, when i turned the ignition at the pump to pull out of the garage, it was above the red light...

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English please Jim (in jest I should add...) Could well be right. I've just realised, all earth wire numbers begin with an M for Merde I guess

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27 May 2007, 09:54
2000 Xsara - Aftermarket Stereo Fitment

by Mad Ax » 22 May 2007, 21:33

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Hi All,

Long time no speak - but I've just been given a rather tidy 2000 model Xsara HDI Estate by Mother Dearest, which makes a nice replacement for my 180,000 mile Xantia TDI.

Anyhoo, tonight I decided I would fit my Blaupunkt Santa Cruz MP34 stereo into the car. The ISO plugs fit, the extra adaptor from the Phillips fits, even the factory-fit...

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That would be the BSI then,its called the VAN+ feed & is only supplying power when the network is awake.
Citroen must have almost as many TLAs as the IT industry :D

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27 May 2007, 09:06
C5 Replacement Windscreen - Extra Plastic Strip

by Citroen Virgin » 22 May 2007, 09:24

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I had a wardrobe door fly through my windscreen at 60 mph last week but managed to come away unscathed.
Autoglass have fit a new windscreen (with rain and light sensors) but now I seem to have a black plastic strip stuck to the top of the windscreen on the passenger side that I don't recall seeing before.
It has a thick cable coming from it and...

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Its all sorted guys, thanks for the replies.

It was in fact a mobile phone antenna that used to be on the windscreen but under the roof lining so i never noticed it.

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27 May 2007, 00:07
Electric Leather into a normal Suede Xantia...

by KP » 26 May 2007, 11:22

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Could the leather from say a VSX or Exclusive trim xantia be moved over easily into an SX xantia if its electric at all??

I may be able to get some cheap leather and other bits from a VSX or an exclusive(if its makes a difference) but want to know how easy it would be to hook it all up for th front seats if anyone has compared the cars side by...

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cheers Dave and Theagent Pm away :)

Leather for an estate is quite rare.i think ive seen it once but i guess if you really wanted it a retrim would be the cheapest option as i bet citroen wouldnt sell off the sets they have in storage that cheap...

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26 May 2007, 20:48
Xantia HDI 110 Cat replacement

by bernie » 26 May 2007, 12:46

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I've got a slight leak from my front exhaust pipe which includes the 'cat'.
Has anyone successfully replaced the cat pipe with a non cat pipe?
Which model front pipe did you use?

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Do you need to keep the cat?
Stewart

No, get rid of it.

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Last post by bernie
26 May 2007, 14:15
xantia estate

by mugatea » 21 May 2007, 21:02
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I need something bigger than the car I drive since I now own 2 dogs. So I was thinking maybe and estate or some 4x4.

I dunno if I want a french car tho, not that my xsara has been unreliable, I've been lucky with that in that its been perfect, but form the reputation of french cars I dunno if I wanna tempt fate.

Can anyone reccomend the xantia...

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Adtrader is another source of XMs. You will have to be prepared to travel, I have bought most of mine 200 miles or so away.

Head gasket problems are probably the worst you will find, and although they are do able, they are not easy. I did mine a couple of years ago and have covered about 40 k since, virtually trouble free. The usually fail at...
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26 May 2007, 08:49
Xsara HDI - stiff clutch pedal

by Mad Ax » 23 May 2007, 22:06

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This is an interesting (and frustrating) one.

Since I've had the Xsara I've been plagued by bad gearchanges and rough clutch control. Normally I pride myself on my smooth clutch operation, but the Xsara's clutch has me stumped. It seems to have stiff spots - it's not exceptionally heavy, but it's almost as if it wants to stick in certain places....

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You may be able to feel if its the cable. the classic is reluctance to release - ie it seems to stick down then suddenly let go when you start to move your foot. The other is that it seems lighter on release than when pushed down.

Reminds me of when I bought a Renault 21 many years ago - clutch cable felt worn - and the vendor ( a trader) said...

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Last post by jeremy
24 May 2007, 11:04
Why Cruise Control works best with auto boxes

by lolingram » 21 May 2007, 08:35
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When wedded to an automatic gearbox, Cruise Control gives you complete autonomy of the vehicle - even after stopping on the road. Once speed is back over about 50kph, a flick of the button, and you are back to almost no pedal motoring, which on long trips is an added safety feature, as it allows the movement of feet without any lack of attention...

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Donno whats up with you guys. Springtime ? :roll:

Anyway I'm fed up with all the more or less hidden insinuations and touchy comments.
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Last post by AndersDK
23 May 2007, 21:31
2.0 HDI, Oh why did I say yes?????

by slim123 » 17 May 2007, 21:21
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The story.

A chap down the road had the aux belt come off his HDI engine, now rather than look for the reason, he pops a new one on. Well 50 miles later, the new belt comes off and the engine stops.

He came and asked my what might be wrong, so I told him that the auto tesioner at the top will be leaning over and the belt will have slipped...

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nice work.....i wish i had a neighbor like you :lol:
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Last post by davethewheel
23 May 2007, 20:46
New Clutch in Xantia TD will not auto adjust?

by Stewart(oily) » 22 May 2007, 17:56

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Just got my 1998 Xantia TD back together after fitting a new clutch, it has the non adjustable cable and theres slack in the system preventing proper gear selection? is there a way of waking up the auto adjuster or is it time for a new cable?
Stewart

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A spacer made from an exhaust manifold insert did the trick, beautiful light clutch :) :)
Stewart

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Last post by Stewart(oily)
23 May 2007, 12:05
activa problems

by nicpit » 16 May 2007, 01:22

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hi,
i was hoping some one might be able to help me,
i have brought a activa from ebay, thinking it would be a cheap runaround. the problem is the suspension seems to have a mind of its own when stopped with the engine running. it can get very jolting at times.
when driving its not so bad.
does any one have any ideas?
thanks for any help given
nick

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Hi Nick,

Pleased I have been of some help :D

Buying another is one good way of obtaining some spares. What are you going to do ultimately with the other one?

Right, yes, you seem to have very low hydraulic pressure and/or a massive leak if the stop light stays on most of the time :o How much is the front ram leaking? If it is really spurting...

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Last post by CitroJim
23 May 2007, 08:59
Xantia 1.9TD Aux belt bodge

by RichardW » 21 May 2007, 20:41

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I've been having trouble with the aux belt spring tensioner (early type) for some time. It's been getting worse lately, banging away and slipping the first sign of heavy load if it's warm, wet, or cold - so most of the time really! Looking at the tensioner I could see that the hole in the moving part was actually clear of the fixed part - meaning...

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Nice one, have you seen how much it costs for the tensioners?

Why do you think it's got 20p's worth of threaded bar stuck in it.... :wink: And that's before you consider the 1/2 day's work to fit the new one .

The belt is the right one (1710) - the spring (or something else) in the tensioner is just knackered so it doesn't sit in the right...

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Last post by RichardW
22 May 2007, 07:59
selling advice

by mugatea » 21 May 2007, 20:51

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I have a 1.4i west coast Xsara (1999 T). I would say it'a in excellent condition apart from some small wee dents you get at supermarkets. It's done 97000 miles and has fsh. I'm getting it Mot'd and serviced this week and it has over 5 months tax.

I bought this car last november for £650 from an auction and paid another £100 in fees.

So what...

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Not many have actually sold on ebay recently mind - only one made the
mark, the others didn't meet their reserves:

The second one was a damaged spares or repair car!! I'm not totally sure
if it's totally 'safe' to judge the prices of the one's that didn't meet their
reserves mind although AutoTrader or Freeads show the asking prices
NOT the...

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Last post by andmcit
21 May 2007, 22:24
Activa Fuel Economy - Very Happy!

by CitroJim » 16 May 2007, 16:22

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Yes, I know, a subject that has been covered a million times before :roll:

I just have to share this though. Today I have done a round trip to Dover along the M1, M25, A2, M2 and A2. 290 miles all round in my Activa.

Apart from the normal M1, M2 and A2 roadworks and a holdup at the QEII bridge, I was running at the prevailing speed limit and...

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Does anyone know if it has?

I'm sure I've heard of someone converting one to a 2.1TD. Possible over on the ActivaNet forums.

I don't know how much the 2.1TDs go for, but I'm sure if you sell off the CT, it'd easily fund one, probably with some cash left over!

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Last post by LeeDJC
21 May 2007, 20:38
Help with locks and advice on diesel pump (Xantia)

by elma » 21 May 2007, 17:29

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I may be buying a new xantia and it has the wrong barrel on one door. Does anyone know if it is possible to get a replacement which matches the others for sensible money? Or would I be best getting a full set from a scrap yard.

Also it is missing the remote keys, how hard is it to find a plip body and get the correct key cut to fit it? Can they...

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The 'Spring' sounds like the waxstat start device used on both Roto Diesel and Bosch pumps. Its function on the Roto-Diesel is simply to operate an electrical switch which in turn operates a solenoid which advances the timing which in turn increases the idling speed and reduces pollution. The Bosch uses the same part which may function in much the...

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Last post by jeremy
21 May 2007, 18:48
Lock problem with our Ph1 Xantia

by rossnunn » 20 May 2007, 22:37

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Right chaps, our old faithful has thrown a wobbler.
The rear nearside door won't open from either the outside or the inside.
Normally I'd associate this with a stuck lock mech but all the locks are regularly greased & it was working perfectly fine days before.
One can feel the centeral locking locking/unlocking & the deal lock activating.

So...

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.... the central locking motor just not unlocking fully on that rear door and he suggested tapping (hitting) the motor at the same time as operating the plip to open the doors...Voila! Success; he did seem to think it might not last very long and suggested that I bring the car in for a replacement motor (£150) including parts and labour...I think...

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Last post by rossnunn
21 May 2007, 18:14
Activa Ram Bush MKII Made and Fitted

by CitroJim » 20 May 2007, 15:53

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My local stealer has, so far, been unable to supply me with a replacement bush for my rear Activa Ram.

I made a rough one out of a bit of nylon I had knocking around and this worked for a few weeks. Gradually though, the noise, akin to a duff drop-link, returned and today I made a MKII version of my bush.

This time I used a material called Nylon...

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It could be that polyeurethane is the material you require.

Thanks for that Jeremy. I had a look at the technical specs and it is certainly a more suitable material than Nylon 66.

After reading about it's properties a little more closely, I'm not expecing the Nylon 66 bush to have a very long life, especialy when winter hits with cold and wet...

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Last post by CitroJim
21 May 2007, 14:51
Swapping wheels

by Xaccers » 21 May 2007, 09:43

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During my weekly tyre check, I noticed that there's a worrying bulge from the tyre wall on the passenger side front.
They're Avon 205/60R15V's on activa alloys
Going to see if I can get some reasonably priced replacement tyres for the front as they're down to just over 2.6mm of tread if the guides are anything to go by.
If I can't, then I have my...

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They'll be fine so long as there are no fouling problems.

An S speed rating is OK as S I believe is up to 113MPH and you're not going to do that when NSL is 70MPH are you :wink: However, seriously, you must use tyres of a speed rating that exceeds the maximum potential top speed of the car. To not do so may be technically illegal and result in an...

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Last post by CitroJim
21 May 2007, 14:12
Hydractive Repair Kit Fitted.

by CitroJim » 20 May 2007, 15:34

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I have received and fitted the Activa-specific Hydractive Repair Kit now offered by Roy at E-Crofting. This kit was discussed at length here:

The kit arrived very promptly, well packed and most professionally presented. The kit included the unit itself, a set of Scotch-Loks and an adhesive pad. Following criticism of Scotch-Loks in the...

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looking forward to driving experience reports on the hyd repair kit fitted.

It is a bit difficult to give a true experience in my case as I've only properly driven my Activa this morning along my normal journey to work and that is after fitting the kit, fitting the new ram bush, depressurising the hydraulics and consequent citarobics, a service...

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Last post by CitroJim
21 May 2007, 07:51
Wouldn't it be interesting if

by rossnunn » 20 May 2007, 22:49

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Top Gear took a Xantia Activa round their track to see how good it its compared to modern cars, see if it can still cut it.
Having said that if TG's past history is anything to go by then they'd probably stage it to loose. :roll:

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Quick Guys.......

:twisted:

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Last post by f00lzz
24 May 2007, 18:04
crash test xantia FYI

by jgra1 » 09 May 2007, 13:03

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I was looking for load index info for my Xantia (I think is suopposed to be 91?) and found the following..

you may have seen if before..

John

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I totally agree the most dangerous aspect of driving on the roads today
isn't the car or it's crash worthiness BUT the mindset of the driver behind
the wheel;

I couldn't agree more. The correct attitude/frame of mind is the single most important aspect of safe driving.

There's the 'might is right' 4&4/People Carrier brick

Not all 4x4...

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Last post by SteveG
20 May 2007, 23:44

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