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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The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.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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Dashbaord Retrimming

by rossnunn » 21 Dec 2005, 21:28

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your opinions on fabric, glue, finishes, steps, advise ect etc pls

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yeh I'd really like to keep the leatherette look of standard, there is a new binicle going in & I want it to look as factory as possible (hence the recover) I think I'm going to go for some black faux leather fabric. My main concern is the glue in the sun, I have read stories of people using Evo stick & others that are fine but after a few weeks...

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22 Dec 2005, 19:46
Xantia TDC sensor gap

by matt » 22 Dec 2005, 13:57

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I have just changed the sensor on my friends 94 Dturbo xantia and although the rev counter works now it sometimes drops a little when ticking over.Is there a specific distance between the end of the sensor and the back of the flywheel ?I did notice when fitting it that it could be pushed all the way up to the flywheel but as it is its about...

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I will second that. The one on my XM was damaged by something picked up by the flywheel because the bottom cover was missing, so just have a check.

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Last post by Peter.N.
22 Dec 2005, 18:29
ZX Recon rear axle required URGENT!!!!

by robsons » 22 Dec 2005, 10:39

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My rear arm bearings have just given up :(

Who still sells recon complete axles?? Mine is a disk braked volcane and I'm not willing to try a second hand one as they're all knackered now...

Really don't want to scrap car but the impending bill is huge

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Driving down there in the new year to get it done. My Citroen Garage has taken their number too and want to see the end result so they can get them in too....

Saves the old girl from the crusher :)

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22 Dec 2005, 18:01
UMBRELLA AT TOP....DOES NOT MOVE.....

by gazbally » 21 Dec 2005, 17:20

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HI ALL, I HAVE A SMALL PROBLEM,OR NOT? I HAVE RAISED MY CAR WHILE RUNNING TO CHECK LEVELS, THE UMBRELLA IS AT THE TOP OF THE WINDOW AND IT DOES NOT MOVE. COULD IT BE STUCK? DOES IT MEAN TOO MUCH LHM? OR TOO LITTLE? COULD SOMEONE PLEASE HELP.....XANTIA TURBO @200 BHP :twisted:

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:D i think i will leave it alone then, there is enough in when suspension is at full and when at normal ride hight there is no spillage at all, thank's for the advice, when i get the spheres changed,they can do the lhm as well..... :twisted:

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22 Dec 2005, 15:00
Activa sticking clutch pedal

by handyman » 21 Dec 2005, 10:15

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Hi, this problem is only for bods with knowledge of the hydraulic clutch mechanisms in Xantias and the like.
My Activa is showing an intermitent and annoying problem - the clutch pedal occassionally sticks at about the third depressed position as it returns from being fully depressed during gearchanges. :cry:
It can get a bit embarrasing as you...

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Hi. can we mere mortals convert ours to hydraulic or am I strawing at clutches so to speak.Regards john

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22 Dec 2005, 12:25
Intermittent Tacho Failure

by zzf00l » 21 Dec 2005, 14:00

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After some extensive engine work... my 1999 Xantia 1.9td has developed an intermittent fault with the Tacho operation. I fully expect that I have caused this problem by disturbing wiring/plugs etc during engine overhaul. The fault (needle drops to zero for a short time) seems to be connected to application of brakes or direction indicator... So...

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Thanks Peter, I will take a look.

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22 Dec 2005, 10:00
Activa clutch problem, no:2

by handyman » 21 Dec 2005, 14:26

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You wait all day for a bus and two clutch problems come along together!

I have just bought a late Mk1 Activa with a clutch problem. Do not panic, I did not pay a lot for it.

Story so far. The seller had a new clutch hydraulic system fitted by a supposed mechanic , but there is no resistance to the clutch pedal and it does not activate the...

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Hi RichardW

Thanks for your information, as the diagrams provide the details that I need and your commentary offers some points to clarify the problems and maybe offer a solution.
As far as I am aware, the clutch has not been replaced on the car so I can only assume that the mechanic , read bodger , had only replaced the hydraulic clutch...

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22 Dec 2005, 06:49
I never thought THIS would happen to me but...

by andmcit » 21 Dec 2005, 23:31

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I've literally a few minutes back managed to lock myself out of my VSX Xantia 2.0i Auto!!

Yes, with the ignition keys in the ignition!!

Didn't realise how easy it would be either. The car was unlocked on the central locking and the car's parked outside my garage whilst I've been working on it...I tried opening the door on the passenger side and...

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True, door cards arent my fave, i will be doing the rear door in my xantia soon to lube up the locking but if you smashed the passenger side window at least you wont be affected by the bits of glass sticking in the rear quarter :P

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22 Dec 2005, 01:06
Noisy Xantia Suspension

by graham593192 » 20 Dec 2005, 00:44

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Can any one help?
I have a '95 xantia 1.8 16v hatchback thats just hit 90k. I have just changed all 6 speres as the suspension had gone solid and as the old girl has never given me any other problems i thought i'd treat her to some new suspension!! The ride is a lot smoother, almost like new.
However the front still feels a bit stiff and there is...

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I'm afraid cutting is inevitable.
regards

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21 Dec 2005, 23:37
BX Warning lights

by beemernut » 21 Dec 2005, 15:10

Hope you can help me with the latest problem on my BX.

Once the car is started the Stop, Radiator level, Oil, Fuel and hydraulic warning lights all remain lit most of the time (rarely unlit). I have checked the levels of the fluids and they are full. I'm assuming that there is a contact which may have corroded or a rheostat that has started to...

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Last post by AndersDK
21 Dec 2005, 17:01
XM stalk radio controls

by nino1 » 21 Dec 2005, 15:59

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A little question about fitting an'98 xm wheel controls to a sony aftermarket unit.
There seem to be a number of adapters (depending on the year of make).
What i've done is checked out the adapter visualy and the connector that went into the old unit looks exactly like this one: (though i can't find a real picture to see if the connector i M of...

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Here is my existing connector from the wheel:

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21 Dec 2005, 16:20
xantia radio

by john alexander » 18 Dec 2005, 23:14
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HI can anyone tell me what the back of a xantia 4030 radio looks like ,as I would like to fit a cd changer and I have the 3030 version. Regards john

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The Blaupunkt is for the Mk1 cars and the Clarions are for the facelift cars, thought that was the case but i didnt want to be wrong for the 3rd time on the same thread :oops:
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Last post by mezuk04
21 Dec 2005, 08:58
Xantia brakes

by bernardo » 20 Dec 2005, 10:42

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rear brakes on Xantia wont work. car failed mot . bleed screw opened very little pressure. anyone any ideas. 1996 19d turbo estate

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Exactly, that's what i meant! For MOT, put some load on the boot, to bleed it put it on max for system pressure.
Ah Xantias, at least they don't eat rear pads as fast as the front like the C5...

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Last post by 406 V6
20 Dec 2005, 22:28
Independent Citroen Specialists in the UK

by jack.dempsey » 09 Dec 2003, 21:32
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you could ty Abczxm... (or similar). That's John Hannan of Lincoln (Doddington Road area).
I drive my BX and Xantia from Stoke to get them 'fettled' here. I find them to be good value for money (much much better than the main agents). I think the numbers 01522 500333 - but check the phone book first.

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Hi all... here is that link...

Thanks for that MPR, but there was another website somewhere on here. I know this because I submitted a couple of Cit specialists in Lancashire, but they do not appear on this list.

Ta.
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Last post by Terry Brooks
20 Dec 2005, 22:27
car insurance hows it all worked out

by simonelsey » 17 Dec 2005, 23:27
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How does car insurance work (premuims)

My car insurance last year was £407 fully comp. 2 years no claims
This year been getting qoutes of between £437 and £729 ,with 3 years no claims.(same car xsara hdi estate)

I was always told that Getting married , having kids , getting older and doing less mileage , and not doing business use, cuts the cost...

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So you guys are complaining ?
In DK the car is not born with an identity by a set of license plates.
All the same as Denmark in Belgium when I used to live there.
A colleague's dad died, and 3 days later there was a letter asking to turn the plates in, no refund, not even partial.
At one stage it became too expensive to keep my 7-year-old Renault...
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Last post by Clogzz
20 Dec 2005, 12:07
Heater Blower Direction Query - Xantia

by 320i coupe » 19 Dec 2005, 11:10

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Hi all,

This is my first time on here, so please bear with me!
I have a '97 P Reg Xantia TD, and ive got a very frustrating problem, the slider will not go across to send the air to the screen for demisting, it seems to have some kind of resistance??
i have partially removed the dash, and the cable that seems to control this has a kink in it???...

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I've just come in from doing exactly that job!

The face vents are on their own cable, which operates at the end of the distribution lever movement. The screen/floor vents are on another cable. It's easy to see where it's connected at the control end. The other end is visible through the radio hole (the radio and surround will be out anyway)...

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Last post by reblack68
19 Dec 2005, 23:47
spheres????

by meonk » 18 Dec 2005, 18:04

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hi, does any one know if you can use the spheres of a 1.9d, and put them on a 1.9td, as i need a quick fix.
thanks

thanks all, i now have a y reg 406 hdi. so the xantias are for sale, £300ish for the pair,there ia a better description in the for sale part of the forum.

thanks
toby

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And at the weekends and holidays you can have the back and I will have the front :lol: - Anthony.

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19 Dec 2005, 19:53
Demister partially working?

by tonyb1 » 18 Dec 2005, 19:40

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Hi guys. I'm having a bit of trouble with my back window demister this year. Only certain areas of it are demisting. Some parts of it don't clear, like some of the lines across the window don't clear, and some do, Is there an easy fix for this apart from changing the window? Thanks.

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Well, your only alternative is a new window! so it must be worth a try. Make sure the glass is dry and preferably warm, otherwise the tape/paint may not stick.

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19 Dec 2005, 12:34
Zx Aura

by mezuk04 » 18 Dec 2005, 22:07

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Brother in law has told me how the car starts fine in the mornings nicely since the glowplugs have all been done.

Unfortuantly he continued to tell me how it does smoke quite a lot intitial and shudders (judders) at start and a few hundred yards down the road, i asked did the rev counter move along with the judders but he says it just did it a...

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Thanks for the reply, i told him its most likely air but if its not cutting out or causing him serious problems then im not too much in a rush for me and Wilkobob to look into it...well its xmas festivities now and very chilly...ive just told him give it a few minutes before setting off :)

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19 Dec 2005, 09:15
help with HDI Xantia

by apec15 » 18 Dec 2005, 16:45

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I have a 1999 xantia HDI 110 bhp . Working perfectly for 18 months untill yesterday. I started my car in the normal way and noticed a noise coming from the rear . It was coming from the fuel pump located in the tank . Normally when turning on ignition a priming noise comes on for 1-2 seconds ,but this noise continued . After running the car for a...

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Very recently my Hdi stopped out of the Blue.
When I dissassembled the CR system, There was so much dirt and water that I felt like crying. The high pressure pump and injectors packed up. A VERY expensive bill is on its way.

I suspect that tha car has experienced the low pressure pump failure that Francisco described, but the CR was not properly...

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Last post by Rostami
18 Dec 2005, 19:21
C5 Gone Haywire !!

by johnway » 14 Dec 2005, 19:47

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Jumped in the car the other evening (yes it was dark) and switched on..... headlamps illuminated by themselves!! Oh, I thought, must be a sensor I did not know about and started the car up OK. This morning, turned the ignition on, all came on as usual but when turning the key to START position, all I got was a click from the starter and then all...

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Hello everyone,
Delighted to report that my 2002 C5 is now working great!! Charged battery (after checking levels), cleaned and greased terminal posts/clamps et voila! Toute est bonne!!
Thanks for all suggestions. Merry Xmas to all,
Best Regards,
John.

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18 Dec 2005, 17:27
MOT Nightmare

by weety » 16 Dec 2005, 14:56
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My brother just tried to MOT his peugeot 306 low pressure diesel turbo estate. He had one of the new style computerised MOT tests and his car failed on ABS.

Now his problem is that the ABS warning light hasnt come on at any point........ it was the MOT centres interrogation of the cars ECU that generated the failure. the garage have no idea why...

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I showed this thread to a Peugeot technician with 15+ years Peugeot training & who has also been an MOT tester for many years & has been running the new computerised MOT system for over a year.

The following points where raised by him:

The MOT test computer isn't connected to the ABS system in anyway, Its only the warning light sequence that is...
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Last post by PowerLee
18 Dec 2005, 14:19
BOL more lies, what a surprise!

by oscarloco » 16 Dec 2005, 16:45

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I had to remove the radiator of my ZX due to a water leak in the hot-end tank.

BOL says: remove hoses, unclip and pull out radiator.

YEAH RIGHT
:evil:
I had to manouver my hand between the aircon compressor and the car chassis just to remove the 2 small hoses that enter the cold-end tank. But first, I had to remove the accesory belt because it...

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I think haynes manuals should be like noisy birthday cards.... when you open them they should start singing ... there may be trouble ahead... :lol:

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Last post by wilkobob
18 Dec 2005, 13:43
ZX with a Weeping Cam Cover

by citroenbx » 16 Dec 2005, 16:12

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I have tried in vain to stop the cam cover weeping oil on my ZX 1.9TD.

Im on my second rubber gasket now in 3k miles i couldn't stop the first one leaking so tightened the 3 bolts just a little past there torque settings and cracked the cover.....AT THIS STAGE I WEEPED

Down to local breakers for a replacement cover,fit another new gasket but...

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I know when mine was leaking, there were reminants of old gasket / seal stuck to both the top of the head and the cover, used a stanley knife blade to carefully scrape all the bits off and it didnt leak after that.

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Last post by wilkobob
18 Dec 2005, 13:29
C4

by rossnunn » 14 Dec 2005, 23:25

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I went past the local Citroen dealership today and noticed a C4 in the show room so I spun round & went for a sit in job.

Now I have a problem, I'm a fan of the C4 anyway but this was the first time I have actually sat in one & now I really love them! :roll:
One thing I did notice that I rekon would p**s me off is how low the door hole is...

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I think there is an intention to keep them separate and different. C6 is no badge engineered Peugeot nor are the others except C1

Saxo was badge engineered but this sector of the market is not very profitable and the carsh testing standards killed the AX - so it was a quick replacement for AX and 106 that would crash satisfactorily. Citroen now...

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Last post by jeremy
17 Dec 2005, 22:42
ZX H/brake cable replacements

by RichardW » 12 Dec 2005, 08:43

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Got to fit new cables on the ZX next weekend (one parted company, might as well do both, as the other looks suspect). Fortunately this one has rear discs, so no stripping of the drums required :P Just wondered if anybody's got any tips for common pitfalls?

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blimey, thats worth remembering when I fit my new ones. A little bit of vasline me thinks.

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Last post by rossnunn
17 Dec 2005, 21:09
xantia sd to td

by meonk » 16 Dec 2005, 22:02

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hi, im new to citroen but i think thats about to change. i got a p reg xantia 1.9 sd a few months back, its in great condition but the other day the engine went bang..... so i got a n reg 1.9 td for £250 but it is abit tatty and smells of wet dogs inside. so the question is can i put the td in my nice clean sd. if so is it easyish or not so.....

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hi. thanks for the reply, i have the whole car so i can use anything i need.

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Last post by meonk
17 Dec 2005, 13:58
Wanted - C5 SatNav System disk - new or copy

by Gastropod » 04 Dec 2005, 23:46

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I've just bought a C5 Exclusive SE Estate. Very pleased with it but the system disk for the satnav is missing. I've got the cartographic disk with the car, but not the system disk.
Can anybody give me clue where I can get a replacement or can anybody let me have a copy of their own one? All costs reimbursed.

Many thanks

Mike

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:D Andrew,

Thanks for the disks, they work fine.

I need to pay for your postage etc. Can you let me know your address?

Mike :P

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Last post by Gastropod
17 Dec 2005, 13:33
Xantia starting problems SOLVED

by flygirl767 » 17 Dec 2005, 03:11

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:D Hi, Guys and Gals,
Recently posted a problem regarding starting and running problems with my Xantia. Replaced the glow plugs, replaced the black blobby thing, replaced the fuel pipes from join over steering rack to the pump itself. Still didn't work. THEN a contact on here (fastandfurryous listen to him, he's good) TOLD me the problem was with...

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Hi Michelle

Glad to hear you've found the problem. The fuel filter is also a fuel heater with a water supply to its base. From the sound of what you found its the thermostat fixing that is leaking. Somewhere on here are instructions and photos on how to repair it.

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Last post by jeremy
17 Dec 2005, 11:51
Xantia sphere change... bleed screw needed?

by eskimoigloo » 16 Dec 2005, 21:28

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Hi,
Thinking of doing all of the 4 main spheres on my 2001 Xantia over the christmas break. There seems to be 1 method stated more than any for the rear spheres, but some say to loosen the bleed screw on the accumulator before removing, and some say not... which is correct? Also, can't seem to find front spheres mentioned anywhere, are they the...

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On Hydractive Xantias you will have a sphere on each strut as per usual, then another 'Hydractive' one on each axle (front one is behind the radiator, rear in the centre just behind the fuel tank with large metal pipe into it). You will also have the accumulator sphere attached to the gearbox and on models built from around 95 onwards another...

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Last post by Richard Gallagher
17 Dec 2005, 10:55
rear brakes xsara hdi

by simonelsey » 16 Dec 2005, 21:00

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Ive used this company for front brake pads and discs
Have not used them for rear yet as the rear pads seem to be wrong , These are lockhead delphi LP699 which fit xsara ,zs ,pug306 etc (but alas not for my xsara). But the company also lists LP1778 which last year where not listed .
Any ideas as to where I can get the Lockhead delphi templates...

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Be careful! Nothing wrong with the pads themselves but the contact patch on those I fitted to the front of our ZX 1.9D was slightly bigger in the centre and tried to make contact on a section of the disc that had rusted. Results were that the brakes were poor. New discs and pads now mean that they are merely uninspiring.

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Last post by jeremy
16 Dec 2005, 21:48
Xantia 1.9 TD 1994 hard front suspension

by jgra1 » 11 Dec 2005, 16:11

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Hi all. i know this has been talked about for ever.. i have read pages of postings and found some useful things...

I just want to check, that A) my 94 Xantia only has four spheres, one on each corner, and an Accumulator Sphere? On/Near PR...

and B)
If the front end is very firm, both sides, It raelly is very lkely to be front spheres, so, the...

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Simon, et al, thanks very much.
If i ever make Auckland (where brother is) , or do my tour of NZ on motorbike, i will buy you a beer!

Will change Accumulator asap and remove daft srping!

John

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Last post by jgra1
16 Dec 2005, 19:43
Lies, Damned Lies and the Haynes Manual

by NiSk » 10 May 2005, 16:38
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Yes, a dremel and a big drill (you will probably end up drilling the b***er out).
//NiSk

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I too have both old and new Haynes manuals and find the old ones go into more detail, I do seriously dislike the bit that then says Refer to section 2.1.7 then reassembly is the reversal..... The best ones I have come across are the old autobooks manuals, i had one for my old VW camper, even went into details of reconditioning lightbulbs :)...
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Last post by Stewart(oily)
16 Dec 2005, 18:25
yellow engine light

by WELSHVIKING » 16 Dec 2005, 15:33

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Hi While having a short drive in my Xantia hdi sx today the yellow engine light came on the one with the K on it...any ideas anyone, the car still run ok never lost power , when i parked up and went back to the car 5 minutes later switched on the engine the yellow engine light went off as per usual......any ideaa why it should come on ?

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You might have something coming up just around the corner.

The lamp signals that the engine ECU has detected an engine management error while driving. Could be anything from a corroded connector to dirt in the fuel.
Donno how you read out the the diagnostic codes from the later type HDI ECU's. This code will point to the problem area on the...

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Last post by AndersDK
16 Dec 2005, 15:44
Adjusting front height corrector

by Frenchie_SCG » 13 Dec 2005, 11:23

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Hello!
After some fiddling with my Xantia, I buggered front height of the car.
If someone could post like step by step tutorial for adjusting the height, it would be very much appreciated.
Thanks :)

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put it in the FAQ section ? Are we allowed to post in there or does a moderator have to put it there ?
Looks like the place to post is called Common Problems & Fixes - Archive .
That forum is locked, and you would need to contact the overseeing moderator to post:

You can post without questions in the Handy Hints and Tips , and also in the...

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Last post by Clogzz
16 Dec 2005, 11:02
1998 Xantia 1.9TD Aircon Radiator replacement

by rpaco » 12 Dec 2005, 17:07

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Can anyone tell me how difficult it is to replace the radiator on this model.

It leaked and it had Radewld which fixed it, but then a few days later it got cold and I had to drain off quite a bit to put antifreeze in at 40% mix. So radweld now very diluted.

The Haynes manual makes it sound simple but in practice there is an intercooler radiator...

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Glad you managed it! That bottom hose really is a sod. The access to it is really poor and you just can't get the angle to push or to pull. Not until you break your wrist that is :lol:

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Last post by davek-uk
16 Dec 2005, 09:38
XANTIA 1.9TD RATTLE

by johnway » 10 Dec 2005, 18:27

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Hello,
Advise needed please. My 97 VSX Xantia is rattling more than ever - new water pump, air con bearing and belt fitted but engine clattering more than usual (positively deafening compared to my C5 HDI). All comments/suggestions welcome!!
Regards,
John.

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Right,
A change of filter it is this weekend (about time it was done too!!)
Regards,
John.

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Last post by johnway
15 Dec 2005, 21:18
3.0 V6 ZX!

by rossnunn » 27 Nov 2005, 16:32
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Does anyone know / have any more info on this beast?

V6, 3.0, ZX.....OHYESPLEASE!

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Very true.
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Last post by rossnunn
15 Dec 2005, 20:03
Off to the graveyard

by marpate1 » 10 Dec 2005, 13:57

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Well, my crankshaft pulley is loose again - I was concerned that the crank was damaged last time and it appears that it was #-o

So, the crank is even more buggered this time and rather than waste any more time on it, the car has to go.

Anyone want a __very__ cheap Xantia 1.9TD to break in Cheltenham otherwise off to the scrappy.

Cheers and...

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So what are you going to do with your Xantia?

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Last post by Sturdybloke
15 Dec 2005, 17:58
Rear Door

by mezuk04 » 13 Dec 2005, 15:43

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Noticed slightly over a week ago that the rear passenger side door wont open, no amount of locking and locking and pulling and pushing would open it. Next day all was fine so didnt worry too much (well its a Citroen thing). Now the door stayed shut for about a week and suddenly on the way for lunch today it was a jar so closed it when i got pack...

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should be a breeze :shock:
Panting to read the findings.

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Last post by Clogzz
15 Dec 2005, 16:00
anti sink sphere problems...

by erez » 14 Dec 2005, 07:45
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hi and good morning,
i replacled my anti sink sphere yesterday, and the xantia still sinks after i turn the engine off, what could be the problem?
i've been told that the anti sink sphere is the same as the main sphere, is that right?

thanx!
the car is xantia 2000cc 1997. (totally green! :lol: )

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Thanks to Simon for a very precise and informative explanation on the rear antisink sphere.

Erez :

Its known for the antisink valves to leak and then the car drops fast - despite the antisink feature.
Instead of fiddling in the dark and fork out too much money I'd make sure it's not some other problem that makes your car sink too fast. The only...
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Last post by AndersDK
15 Dec 2005, 01:34
Tyre pressure ?

by Mandrake » 14 Dec 2005, 08:18

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Ok, so I've bought a pair of 205/60/R15 Michelin XM1's for my Xantia, and so far so good, they seem to be working very well (not much chance to drive them yet, only through town) however I'm a bit unsure what pressure to run them at to give the best balance between ride and handling, and have normal wear patterns.

The owners manual says the...

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Thanks everyone.

It looks like I shouldn't be raising the pressure at all then. I'll run them for a couple more days at 35 to get a feel for the characteristics (I've hardly had a chance to drive on them yet) and then drop them back to 33.

Regards,
Simon

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Last post by Mandrake
15 Dec 2005, 00:48
Bypass the Heater Matrix?

by Whitedragon » 01 Dec 2005, 17:59
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ZX Elation 1.9D

Ok, so the Heater Matrix has blown, and I'm getting a nice steam bath when I drive (unless I close all the ports, then the dashboard glass mists over).

I'm poor, I just don't have the money to buy a new matrix, let alone get it fitted (and although I could get the dashboard off, I would be very concerned getting it back together,...

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Nice idea James I think was possible on Cxs using a cardboard template telling you where to cut , but on the ZX the matrix is right up against the bulkhead, its the last bit to come off :x , my mate Mr Fixit attempted to do a 306 one without removing everything, sort of loosening things off then reaching around it all, everything was going well...
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Last post by Stewart(oily)
14 Dec 2005, 20:35
Need a recomendation for a garage / mechanic to work on XM

by whitehartbookss » 13 Dec 2005, 21:50

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Dear List,

I'm still soldiering on with my XM - though rapidly coming to the conclusion that I should have bought a brand new Citroen on contract hire!!!!

I'm looking for a recomendation for a very good Citroen Garage or mechanic to work on my XM.

I want to:
take the head off
change all 7 spheres
check correct working of hydraulic system
go...

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I also have a friend who uses Paris Retro in Temple cloud(No 43).He says they are good. :D

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Last post by np
14 Dec 2005, 19:15
CX wheel balancing

by Rob81 » 13 Dec 2005, 19:00

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Hi everybody,

I think I need to check my wheel balancing on my CX - the car seems to vibrate harshly at 60 - 70 (I think - yet to sort out speedo!). The thing is, I'm really worried about the tyre fitter shoving a jack underneath and jacking it up. Am i being paranoid?

Is there anyway around this that anybody can think of?

Just a bit concerned...

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Thanks guys for the above.

The tyre fitters I use are usually quite good (I never use national fitting chains after a bad experience with a 2cv) - I will be supervising though.

It's crap that you can't trust these professionals without having to supervise them - makes it hard to see how they justify their prices.

Anyway, can't get it done yet...

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Last post by Rob81
14 Dec 2005, 18:50
Haynes for ZX (petrol) - freeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

by janneman63 » 14 Dec 2005, 15:10

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It's probably not very legal...but this russian internetsite has an online version of the Haynes manual:

The first page is in russian, but each chapter is the normal version in english.

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Arh...I see
I hang my head in shame :cry: but only breifly as i get bored very easily :lol:

I like people with mood-swings ;D

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Last post by janneman63
14 Dec 2005, 15:43
Xsara pollen filter location

by liam » 13 Dec 2005, 15:53

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Hi all,
Sorry to ask such a seemingly obvious question, but can anyone enlighten me as to the location of the pollen filter in a facelift Xsara? I have no Haynes manual as they don't produce one for the Mk 2 (not that it would be very helpful anyway!) and a search on the forum hasn't brought anything up. Your help would be appreciated!!
Thanks.

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Well in the Xantia, never realised it had one until i read the handbook at work :lol: its above the footwell carpet at the front passenger side.

The cover is held in place with 3 screws on mine, some just slide off and clips also i think. Its a long thin rectangle and the filter just goes up inside it....however could differ with a Xsara but i...

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Last post by wheeler
13 Dec 2005, 22:44
Xantia - 205/60/R15 or 195/60/R15 ?

by Mandrake » 08 Dec 2005, 00:03
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Hi All,

Just trying to decide on some new front tyres for my Xantia (15 inch alloy rims) and over here at least there aren't that many choices of Michelin available (supposedly due to many of the other types not liking our harsh chip surface roads) and its come down to choosing between Energy MXV8 or Energy XM1. (I'm leaning towards the latter)...

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I can see your point of view and agree with it to a degree but if you can improve the grip your car has you're increasing its safety. When a pedestrian steps out in front of you or a car pulls out in front of you the quality of your tyres could be the difference between an accident or being able to keep control of the car and avoid a collision....
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Last post by Mandrake
13 Dec 2005, 21:11
High Pressure Fuel Pump

by pikecrazy » 12 Dec 2005, 20:13

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I've been told today that the High Pressure Fuel Pump has failed :evil:

Can these be repaired :?:

If not how much am i looking at for a new one :?:

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Seems to be a bad habit for HDI pumps. You're defo not the first to face this lemon ... :roll:

And yes they fail w/o warning. Engine simply dies for good because of missing fuel.

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Last post by AndersDK
13 Dec 2005, 11:53
Drivers Footwell Wet

by PicassoPigeon » 12 Dec 2005, 07:57

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Would this water be coming from under the windscreen area? There is no wetness in the passenger side.
Is this wipers off and remove plastic thing under them, this part has a number of cracks on mine. Will it go back or will it be a trip to scrappy?

Thanks

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When my ZX did this, I got a blunt kitchen knife and ran the blade along between the bottom rubber screen seal and the glass, at the same time I sprayed silicone into the gap I was making.. That was about 3 years ago, It cured the leak.. :D

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13 Dec 2005, 02:07

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