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Hi . . This is my first post . . . so please be gentle!!

I have two cars (Chrysler and Citroen C5) and switch them each 6 months (summer and winter) on Sunday, I put the C5 onto the road, taxing and testing and fixing a rear puncture. Car was running fine . . so took it on a long run Monday . . everything fine. Tuesday night . . nipped down the...

This is only my second post . . the other being about erratic system readings and tracing the fault (via a new battery) to a failed alternator.

On my journey, I noticed that the front nearside side light is out. No probs I thought, I'll get to that after new alternator next Tuesday. But from a meander around this site, I can recall a comment on...

The C5 X7 I bought last week came with two keys and I gave one of them to my non-driver wife. At first her key worked to remotely unlock the car but packed up a couple of days ago and won't start the car either. Assuming its battery's died, would that also stop it deactivating the immobiliser or does it have a passive transponder for that?

I'm looking to replace my fan/aux/alternator belt. I've done a few before on the XUD/TUD but I'm a bit stumped with this one.

On my TUD I had a metal rod that was tightened with allen keys. On my XUD the tensioner moved freely with a bit of leverage. This DW8 one doesn't seem to have either.

Could anyone point me towards a way to slacken off the...

Hi All,
I have a Citroen relay 2.2hdi 2010 van that's having trouble starting whilst cold.
My immediate thought is the glow plugs need changing, as as soonit's been running a while and the engine is warm starting again is no problem. However in the mornings I am having to give the plugs 20-30 glows before the engine finally starts. My confusion is...

My 1995 td wont start without much cranking and foot to the floor. Usually starts first turn so ... air? I've changed leak off pipes, no go. Next on the list is fuel filter housing (replace) and pipe to primer bulb (replace wuth clear and new priming bulb ). Couple of questions, what's the diameter of pipe/spigot and, i'm assuming that the fuel...

Fitted this new (well, refurb) and it looks slightly out of line.

I could put washers on the bolts to space it out, but that doesn't seem a good idea.

Any other options?

What infernal device is it exactly that makes the gearlever awkward to get out of 'park'?! Noticed it over the last few weeks - some days its worse than others. I'm assuming its a mechanical lock that's sticking - easy or nightmare fix?! :lol:

Pete

Hi,

I have Citroen C4 Picasso 1.6 Hdi. The anti-pollution faulty message is coming up and the diagnostics gives the message turbo pressure electronic valve control excessive flow detected . Any ideas as to what the possible cause could be ?

Have done first oil change on, the new to me Citroen C5 2008 x7. Alarmingly found that the undertray had only 3 bolts holding it on, so ordered a full set, which arrived today with a variety of bolts, clips and fixings. However have no diagram as to what bolts go where. Has anyone a diagram they might share or even a written description.

Thanks...

Good afternoon.

I’m looking for some help as I’m baffled with the issue I’m currently having with the central locking on my 04 c2 sx.

When I use the key fob to open the doors. The interior light comes on and the indicators flash. But the doors aren’t unlocked apart from the boot.

Only way I can open the door is by key for the drivers door...

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I've dismantled the (automatic) transmission lever cover because I wanted to put into the space there a mobile phone hands free kit. it fitted perfectly. however , I found out that two rubber parts are worn out and I would like to replace them. one is something like a gasket (it's not a gasket) which is placed around the lever cover (the...

I'd been thinking about swapping the spheres on my 2003 C5 HDI for comfort spheres, but I'm now wondering about instead trading up to a Hydractive 3+ equipped vehicle. I'd appreciate any opinions as to how Hydractive 3+ and Hydractive 3 compare, and how Hydractive 3+ compares with Hydractive 3 fitted with comfort spheres. My wife has problems with...

Recommendations for something that will remove fine wiper scratches from the windscreen. My ZX is now 22 years old - all but three days - and I've finally got tired of looking through the glare of oncoming traffic at night! I've heard Jeweller's Rouge is good for this; has anyone tried it?

Hi Guy's
I have the 2011 e-hdi 1.6 egs6 c5 x7 and would like to try a c5 x7 2lt hdi auto . I have seen a nice 2008 2ltr hdi auto exclusive with 40k on the clock with a full service sheet ( as mine has ). I want the exclusive because it has the fluid suspension ( mine has the steel springs ).
What would you do ,stick with what I have or try and get...

Does every Mk3 C5 that has parking sensors also have the parking space gap measurement system - and is it of any use?

Hi I'm Gary and this is my first post.

My problem is that my heater fan just stopped working. It might be the resistor pack or just loose or burnt wires, but I cant get to it as I can remove the glovebox. I have removed all the screws in the glovebox, front screws, the hidden ones at the front inside top and the one inside middle, the 3 at the...

Has anyone tried to fit LED build in their headlights. I was thinking about fitting these but I would have to adapt the back cover of the headlight to allow the heat sync to protrude out the housing.

Gary.

Mornin' all,

This might seem like a stupid question but I've searched the forum using (LHM+), (LHM Plus), (LHM++) and (LHM+Plus) and it only comes up with threads with LHM (or which there are many) or some posts with Plus in also but nothing with LHM+ so I cannot find if this question has ever been asked but I'm pretty sure it will have been....

I bought a second hand wing on ebay for £72. If its easy to swap over I might do it my self if not I'll get the bodyshop guy thats going to fix my car to do it. Just thought if its not to hard I might try it myself and save a few bob.

Gary.

I'm looking at som new used 7 wide rims. (from an Ford Sierra)
How deep offset will fit without clearance issues?
According to 7Jx17 ET25 are standard. How about ET38 on 7Jx16 ?
Would I need space plates? How thick? And longer bolts to?
Any helpful suggestions would be greatly appreciated before I set out on a day long trip to try them on in hope...

hi guys, does anybody know how to adjust the handbrake in a 2008 dispatch, cant find any adjusters on the cable. thanks

Hi Folks,

I have a few age related issues here that maybe someone could help with?

The gear lever knob on my '97 Xantia Desire Estate 1.9 TD has basically disintegrated. I tried glueing it for a while but it's now too far gone. I'm wondering if anyone might have an original or one they were willing to part with? (Either a reg or exclusive) I'm...

Rather than replace the whole (broken!) corrugated pipe on my '09's rear washer, I looked for a simpler way of doing it....and found one! :) I bought one of these
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from the local motor factor for 50p - its a 4mm one. I bet you know what I did with it! :lol: Its a really tight fit into each end of the broken original pipe. I put a little...

Hi all, I am sure I have encountered this in the past, the front end of my 99 Xantia rises when the car is on full lock,it drops slowly back to normal once straightened up and behaves normally when doing citaerobics, I lubricate height correctors every year though it is due some fresh LHM .

Hello,

I have a 2013 C4 1.6 e-hdi, i noticed that my belt tensioner is vibrating, like in this video:

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I bought the car about half a year ago and i remember it did this since i bought it, and i thought it was normal. Now, i started hearing some extra noise when the engine is under load, and some ticking when the car is coasting in...

Quick query chaps! Having fixed the snapped wires near the tailgate hinge, I'm now waiting for a new light unit as the current one only has one or two of the LEDs working. When the brake pedal is pressed, the LEDs are flickering, sometimes they're on fully but still not very bright at all. Is this simply indicative of a failing unit (I've read...

Is it possible to have a list of members who have these that are willing to help other members. I know there could be complications with thing like making things worse, but if members knew this might be the case and are willing to take a chance. I could buy one, but I'd be scared I done something stupid.\

Gary.

Hi Gents
2010 c5 x7 THP 1.6 156 PS 6speed. 90K KM .My car was working ok, 95%. Of the time the cold start small rattle will be present, so i decided to go ahead and replace the timing chain tensioner in hopes that the rattle will quiete down a bit.Simple process!
To my surprise after installing the tensioner, my car wont start.. cranks fine just...

Thought I'd put this in a new thread but as mentioned elsewhere I've been today to look at a low mileage 58 reg C5 which SHMBO has fallen in love with. Concerned though about all the reports of steering rack failures in early Mk 3 C5s. Would it be worth my while getting it inspected by the likes of Scotia, RAC, AA/Dekra (Honest John suggests the...

Well I've today bought the 58 reg C5 2.0i 16v auto that I mentioned in another thread. Should I be putting bog standard unleaded in it or the super 98 octane stuff? I'm only really concerned about fuel economy, not performance.

Does anybody know the dimension of oil seal on steering rack? Not the gaitor used from XM (shown in the picture) but the one that prevents oil leakage from cylinder that is arrow pointed (like driveshaft seals...).

Mine is weeping and I would like to change it.

The seal looks like this...

Well, today I decided to get stuck in to the broken high-level brake light wire on my '09 Tourer. Armed with Lenny's 'how to' measurements, I cut the 2 holes in the plastic trim to allow access to the hidden screws that hold the spoiler on - easily done, and lo and behold, there they were the little *******s! :-D I'd borrowed a mate's Snap-on...

Sorry another basic question and there's no BoL to fall back on! :rofl2:

I'm assuming it does have one. Knowing from the old blue Xantia VSX, that it's one item that can be repeatedly 'missed' at services, (the VSX had a Full Service History showing 'services' at the proper intervals, but the totally choked and broken pollen filter I removed was...

Hello All,

Have any of you successfully replaced the outer shell on a 3 button key fob like the one in the pic. I have 2 with my new Picasso, both are worn. I see loads on the usual internet places for sale. I wondered if any of you have done it and can recommended a particular replacment or supplier...

Cheers

My Power Steering pump pulley is doing a bit of jiggling and making an unpleasant noise while running, so looks like I'll need a new one.

They ain't cheap.

I have a donor XUD 1.9TD, are the pumps interchangeable between these two engines?

I'm dumping the xantias, and getting a C5.

What should I look out for? I'm thinking a 2008-2010 model with a 2.0 HDi engine, and preferably the non spring version.

There is a chance that I might get offered a C6, but I'm worried about parts/maintenance.

Hi

I am trying to ask here because the Swedish forums are not very helpful :|

Everything started 2 months ago! I burned the hydral pump, when I switched this I moved over the data box that sits on it so the new pump got the original box from the car! The pump started immediately, because it would not go dry, I pulled out the connector to the...

Hi all,

For a couple of weeks now my C5 has occasionally on start-up given the odd fault message such as 'ESP/ASR not functioning' which would immediately go off never to appear again all day.Over the last few days this has been joined by 'Immobiliser Fault' (or something similar) and has at times been difficult to start.Yesterday it was worse...

Hi all, been away for about a year, but might be making a return. Considering a purchase of a mk2 Dispatch lwb.

Having had the Transit for a year now, i have enjoyed it, but body is starting show cause for concern, waiting for a reply from a local dealer, as to what price they can do . Watch this space. :wink:

Helo my frends o have one question. I have Citroen c5 x7 2012 BL562351 and i went to change front break pada and mz dealer said that in my car is missing installation for sensors for break pad is that possible that my car doesnt have that instalation and if can somone send mi the diagram and part number of that instalation thanks.

hi i know this sounds soft but i have a 2007 c5 and the offside front head light bulb as gone and i am struggling to get in to it to replace it any tips

Hi all,

MY C5 (2008) Exclusive sat on the drive for just over 7 weeks. Took it out today and FL TPMS showed up as a fault. Could it be the batteries in the TMPS on the wheel itself?

Thanks in advance

My Lexia is registering that the ECU has been accessed 46 times out of a maximum of fifty. Can I re-set the ECU to original factory settings with the Lexia?

Hi all,
I've been thinking of adding power steering to my little c15 van. Its the non power steering model and as I'm not He-Man, Arnold Schwarzenegger or The Incredible Hulk I'm getting tired of the muscle power required to steer it. Anyone got an idea how difficult this would be? Any info at all would be great.
Thanks!

A great many miles ago I had a leaky oil cooler. Long since fixed, three coolant flushes and a thermostat later that seems to be behind me.

Except for my blowers, they're just not very warm at all.

Engine temperatures fine - 85 degrees most of the time, 90+ at idle before the fan kicks in.

Interestingly they're... acceptable... while driving,...

Hi all
Just bought a 2011 c4 picasso and have noticed a few things.
Should j be able to hear the parking brake motor when it is applied?
There is a slight shudder when I lift my foot off accelerator is this normal?
What should be under the carpet in the boot?

Thank you :)

Hi,
I have only had my used C5 (X7) for two weeks and have a suspicion there is something odd with the electrical system, but I could be wrong.

The symptoms:

Auto lights sometimes stay on (green lights on dash on, when the two orange lights in the roof go off) after driving out of tunnels. Sometimes both go off together.

Horn was not sounding...

Hi members
I would like to ask for your advise on how to remove the cover between the front seats on the C5 II (2007 petrol), the cover that encloses the gear selector , the handbrake, the switch to raise and lower the vehicle an so on.
Thanx.

Hi,
My DS3 seems to have developed a fault that I'm hoping some of you guys might be able to help with.
When I accelerate, at low RPM the engine hesitates/holds backfor a second or 2. It seems to be most notable when going up slight hills, it hesitates then continues as normal. The rpm doesn't drop or jump when it does it.
Ive spent hours...