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PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

by GiveMeABreak » 09 Dec 2023, 17:48
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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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Spot On Marc. Many Thanks. ALJ
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Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jun 2020, 17:01
Last post by 407 » 07 Mar 2024, 23:42
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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
Last post by GiveMeABreak » 14 Nov 2021, 07:21
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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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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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Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:22
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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

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

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elsbett.com svo conversion

by caveman_si » 25 May 2005, 01:55
Last post by c.morewood » 24 May 2005, 21:36
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by caveman_si » 25 May 2005, 01:55

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if you are considering an elsbett system also consider a smartveg system. based in the south supposed to be the dogs danglies and definatly on my shopping list of things to buy when i become a little more flush.

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I was just wondering if any members of the forum have had any dealing with Elsbett in Germany. I have had a quote for a conversion kit but would like to have some feedback on quality, problems.. anything really.
Thanks
Chris

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Last post by c.morewood
24 May 2005, 21:36
Sphere dates

by Thunderbird » 24 May 2005, 21:05
Last post by phex » 24 May 2005, 20:50
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by Thunderbird » 24 May 2005, 21:05

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phex, if you want the best and the right spheres you have to buy them at Citroen.
And contrary to the popular belief, they are not more expensive, considering the top quality product you get.
Most non-Citroen spheres sellers often are not sure they are selling you the right spheres. Also, they usually don't replace them in the shelf, just because...

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I'm just looking at the spheres that arrived today from GSF, and only one of them has a date printed on it 08/03 and another sticker on the sphere saying 19/11/2003 wouldn't that make it potentially not much use, it also has a code SP609 on it? The other spheres have codes on them like SP606 and SP703 can I decode how old these spheres are?
Also...

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24 May 2005, 20:50
Xantia heated electric W. mirror glass only ?

by JohnT » 24 May 2005, 16:45
Last post by sbraud » 24 May 2005, 16:05
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by JohnT » 24 May 2005, 16:45

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Hi...Main dealer part and is around £15, they do need chassis number for this...to order.

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Guys,
Anyone know if there is a supplier, who delivers in the UK, for heated electric wing mirror glass for a Xantia? I’m aware our hosts GSF can supply a complete wing mirror unit but I don’t think they sell replacement heated glass! (correct me if I’m wrong)
The glass comes off real easy by undoing the two clips at the back and is a 5 minute job...

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Last post by sbraud
24 May 2005, 16:05
Xantia plip control

by JohnT » 24 May 2005, 16:19
Last post by portsaid1947 » 24 May 2005, 15:17
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by JohnT » 24 May 2005, 16:19

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Taken from a previous contributor....The early Xantias had an IR plip which is different to the BX/ZX/CX/XM plip. You do not need a plip to match the reciever. The system is reprogrammed to accept the plip by turning on the ignition and firing the plip at the reciever (obviously you need a second key to do that).For two plips with ignition on and...

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I have a brand new plip control 2 button late model xantia, it came with the car, how do i programme it to my car? i have the original but that does'nt work... or is it a vist to the citroen garage and what can i expect from them,thank you.

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Last post by portsaid1947
24 May 2005, 15:17
Chiped Xbox and 2 Citroen Cars for sale

by Brian6262 » 24 May 2005, 11:52
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by Brian6262 » 24 May 2005, 11:52

I am selling My Chiped Xbox with a 200Gb HDD, Xecuter 2 Mod Chip, over 100 top games, 1x controler, 1x DVD controler, 1x Xbox live set and a UV cold cathode witch can be swiched on and off, I am selling 2 cars as well, a Crashed 1996/N 1.9 TD Xantia and my Frends 2001/Y 1.6 Citroen Saxo VTR, To look at theas items and much more stuf pleas go to....

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24 May 2005, 11:52
Exhaust System ?

by Kowalski » 24 May 2005, 15:02
Last post by Twiss » 24 May 2005, 04:40
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by Kowalski » 24 May 2005, 15:02

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The exhaust on the TD is a 2 inch bore exhaust as standard and its not very restrictive if it was restrictive you would end up with more turbo lag than you already have and poor fuel economy to boot.
A racing exhaust is typcially just more noisy and some of them aren't particularly free flowing either, best to stick with standard equipment in this...

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Hello People
I've been looking at demon tweeks and have found that they do racing exhaust silencers which replaces the oringnal boxs ( there universal )if I used these on my 1.9 TD ZX instead of the orignal boxs, would I lose power / gain power ?
And would any thing else happen
Thanks
Twiss

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24 May 2005, 04:40
vibration while driving xantia td

by Peter.N. » 24 May 2005, 03:49
Last post by chimo » 24 May 2005, 03:39
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by Peter.N. » 24 May 2005, 03:49

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Does it happen at the same revs in every gear or is it at a particular road speed? Most vibrations are caused by out of balance wheels, if it is at a particulr road speed this is most likely the problem. If it is happening at the same engine speed in every gear the problem is with the engine or box. Check these out first.

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Hi, i'm new to the forum and have a 98 xantia 1.9 td estate and while driving there is a bad vibration coming through the drivers seat. Its like one of the back tyres has a bulge but i've checked both tyres and seem fine. There is very little vibration through the steering wheel. It only seems to happen at around 2-2500 rpm and when i clutch the...

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Last post by chimo
24 May 2005, 03:39
Replacing ABS sensor - aaaarrgghh!!

by citronut » 14 May 2005, 14:56
Last post by citronut » 24 May 2005, 02:17
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by citronut » 14 May 2005, 14:56

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you should have left the 4 pound lump hammer in your tool box, i think the only fix is s/h front hub regards malcolm

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i think i am posibly wrong(perish the thought)these sensors lay along side the track they pick up from,so there is no need to shim it up apolegies for any missleading info regards malcolm

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Last post by citronut
24 May 2005, 02:17
Argh where does it all go.......?!

by JohnT » 24 May 2005, 02:46
Last post by adzbaby » 24 May 2005, 00:33
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by JohnT » 24 May 2005, 02:46

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This is off the cuff.......pipework will kind of flop to its original position if allowed so giving you an indication of its location. As for connectors, Citroen ensured that you can not mix them up connect them wrongly. May I suggest you go to a local scrapyard, find a similar model, and either sketch the pipework etc. or photo the whole...

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Evening,
I was given a p reg, 16v 2.0 Xantia VSX (56k) for nowt a few weeks ago.
The reason I was given it was my friend let the engine run dry of oil and the no 1 journal on the crank went and got super heated and knackered itself, bearing and conrod.
I tried to get some over sized shells for it but alas no luck, but luckily I had a donor crank...

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Last post by adzbaby
24 May 2005, 00:33
BX Handbrake

by RichardW » 23 May 2005, 23:43
Last post by Ian Fearn » 23 May 2005, 23:20
Replies: 4
by RichardW » 23 May 2005, 23:43

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Probably the self adjuster isn't anymore. Try stamping very hard on the brake pedal a few times to see if that wakes it up. If not, have a look at Shane's site, as he had very similar problems with his BX

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Can anybody enlighten me as to why my BX handbrake doesnt work on one wheel?
The cable pulls the actuating level on the caliper but it has no effect. Whats up with it? My MOT is tommorrow so i guess it'll fail on that.

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Last post by Ian Fearn
23 May 2005, 23:20
Anyone got a pic....

by bikeboyz » 24 May 2005, 02:02
Last post by rossnunn » 23 May 2005, 23:19
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by bikeboyz » 24 May 2005, 02:02

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will load up the Bosal exhaust catalogue showing diagrams and parts.

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.... of the exhaust system on a 1.4 ZX
Cheers

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Last post by rossnunn
23 May 2005, 23:19
Change Timing Belt ZX 1.4

by Kowalski » 23 May 2005, 21:52
Last post by Marlon65 » 23 May 2005, 21:31
Replies: 5
by Kowalski » 23 May 2005, 21:52

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You can tighten the crank pulley up to the correct torque, i.e. tight enough, and it will still come undone if you don't put a thread locking compound onto the crank pulley bolt. This is important on your engine, and very much more important on any interference engine because if the belt goes they will damage themselves.
I'm suprised that your...

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I want to learn how to change the timing belt, can anyone please provide a PDF file on this? This timing belt problem had caused me most of the embarrasing problems with my 10-year old car.
Here's what I mentioned in the previous topic: I had my timing belt replaced (ZX 1.4 '95) for the first time at 150K and the dealer replaced the pulley also...

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Last post by Marlon65
23 May 2005, 21:31
What brakes has my Xantia got?

by Kowalski » 21 May 2005, 20:32
Last post by Rostami » 23 May 2005, 21:06
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by Kowalski » 21 May 2005, 20:32

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I'd guess that it has 266mm front discs since it is a 1.8 (assuming it's a hatch) BUT my 97 TD is supposed to have the 266mm discs and it has 283mm instead i.e. the ones that the 2.0 16 valve hatch and estate Xantias (apart from the 2.0 Turbo, 2.1 TD, 110 HDI and V6) are supposed to have.
The easy way is to measure the diameter of the front discs,...

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You can easily change the whole lot yourself!
There is a french (home-made) doccument somewhere that explains it very well with pictures and all.
You can also get advice on the forum.
I dont know the url of the french guides, but if you email me I´ll gladly send them to you.
mrostamy@yahoo.co.uk

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Last post by Rostami
23 May 2005, 21:06
Activa spheres! no more available?

by Thunderbird » 23 May 2005, 19:39
Last post by phex » 23 May 2005, 19:11
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by Thunderbird » 23 May 2005, 19:39
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Spheres at Citroen are not that expensive. I think each sphere cost me around 60€. Six spheres 360€. Top quality and fully compatible with two years guarantee.

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I placed an order for some spheres for the Activa over the weekend with GSF and just got a phone call to be told that there are no more front balancing spheres available and as they are EOL there will be no more available in the future!
Looks like I will have to go to the local Citroen dealer and prepare to be robbed!
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Last post by phex
23 May 2005, 19:11
Xantia Front Height; No Mid Setting

by jeremy » 23 May 2005, 18:51
Last post by abinglis » 23 May 2005, 18:00
Replies: 2
by jeremy » 23 May 2005, 18:51

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It looks as though your problem is a siezed height adjuster linkage - with luck it may respond to careful lubrication particularily where the linkage goes into the corrector. I think you have the plastic link which may need replacing.
BE CAREFUL AND SUPPORT THE CAR PROPERLY - TINKERING WITH THIS LINKAGE CAN MAKE THE CAR DROP VERY SUDDENLY AND IT...

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Hi all, I have a 1999 2.0HDi SX Xantia Estate with 76,000mls on the clock. Just yesterday my front suspension would not settle at its mid height (normal driving psoition). When I set the lever at its highest point the front goes all the way up, when I set it to the lowest height it goes all the way down, but set it to the driving position and it...

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Last post by abinglis
23 May 2005, 18:00
Xantia relays

by AndersDK » 23 May 2005, 19:34
Last post by Attitude_Adjuster » 23 May 2005, 17:57
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by AndersDK » 23 May 2005, 19:34

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There are no relays in the standard headlights circuit.
A very common problem is corroded/burnt wiring at the bulb connector itself - on both headlamps. Often a crisp, burnt & perished cable insulation instantly tells you.

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Can anyone pass on a list of the electrical relays and their location for a '96 Xantia 1.9D?
Both dipped beams are U/S. Fuses and bulbs are good and the switch *feels* OK so I figure my next port of call should be the relay. All thoughts/advice gratefully received.
A_A

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Last post by Attitude_Adjuster
23 May 2005, 17:57
xantia 1999 heater blower no max

by JamesQB » 23 May 2005, 17:23
Last post by raj001 » 23 May 2005, 16:14
Replies: 3
by JamesQB » 23 May 2005, 17:23

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Maybe the slider control itself is faulty? I've had the problem of only the max position working, with no other settings turning the fan on, and this was due to faulty thyristors on the fan blower motor housing.

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xantia 1.8i 16v sx with a/c heater blower works on auto off and first few speed settings when slider moved to max blower cuts out, moving back to auto fan starts after a long delay. any help will be appreciated..

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Last post by raj001
23 May 2005, 16:14
ZX Rattling Sound - Strut Bearing?

by jeremy » 23 May 2005, 17:59
Last post by Marlon65 » 23 May 2005, 15:56
Replies: 2
by jeremy » 23 May 2005, 17:59

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To compress the front road springs you need a set of compressors like this:
To put images on here have a look at the hints and tricks section.
jeremy

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Hi Jeremy,
Thanks for your answer under the steering problem subject. I decided to make this a new topic since it's not related to the steering problems.
quote: Do you mean you think the track rods are rattling at the rack end? I don't think this is a commonly serviceable part - usually a difficult joint to get apart and locked by staking or...

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Last post by Marlon65
23 May 2005, 15:56
Indie needed - Tyne & Wear

by Kowalski » 23 May 2005, 14:49
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by Kowalski » 23 May 2005, 14:49

I've used Bonnello Auto Services in Byker before, they're cheap, reliable and know what they're doing.

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Last post by Kowalski
23 May 2005, 14:49
Xantia rocker-cover sealer??

by AndersDK » 23 May 2005, 19:24
Last post by sbraud » 23 May 2005, 14:42
Replies: 9
by AndersDK » 23 May 2005, 19:24

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A gasket sealer wont help a new gasket.
The new gasket is designed to cope with the temperature differences and thus take up the shifting clearances over the engine's working temperature range.
Over time the gasket perishes, will be compressed and can no longer follow the clearance shifting - hence the leaking.
Just accept that nothing lasts...

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Guys,
I’m about to replace my rocker-cover gasket for XU10J4, as original is leaking, after getting a new replacement from GSF. Both cylinder head and rocker-cover are aluminium and gasket it of a `rubber’ type plastic material.
The question is this, as I only want to do this once. Should I use a gasket sealer as well? If so, which one? Or will...

Replies: 9
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Last post by sbraud
23 May 2005, 14:42
Xantia hydraulics not ticking

by DoubleChevron » 23 May 2005, 11:11
Last post by CitroJim » 23 May 2005, 11:06
Replies: 17
by DoubleChevron » 23 May 2005, 11:11
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IMO.... It works well and is not leaking LHM. Leave it alone .... I don't like fixing things that aren't broken :)
seeya,
Shane L.

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My '93 Xantia seems generally fine in the hydraulic department but does not tick . Rather it makes a hissing sound for about 5 seconds in every 30 or so when idling. This hiss seems to be when the pump is supplying pressure as it is accompanied by a very slight loading on the engine. If I set the ride height to high the hiss goes on for about 20...
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Last post by CitroJim
23 May 2005, 11:06
Xantia V6

by ActivaV6uk » 23 May 2005, 03:28
Last post by portsaid1947 » 23 May 2005, 03:13
Replies: 2
by ActivaV6uk » 23 May 2005, 03:28

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Nope its a VSX (hydractiva 2) activa V6's werent avalable in the uk (hence i'm putting one together.
Andy

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Having just bought the car is the exclusive V6 model the same as the ACTIVA,i ask this as i was looking under the front end today and saw another sphere very close to the accumulator sphere also there is a button on the dash that adjusts the suspension.

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Last post by portsaid1947
23 May 2005, 03:13
My B pillars are clicking!

by gjb02 » 23 May 2005, 04:09
Last post by Reggie » 23 May 2005, 02:25
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by gjb02 » 23 May 2005, 04:09

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It could be the door seals!! The Picasso suffers with a similar problem. The rubber gets very dry then clicks when it rubs, more so when the car goes over un-even ground.
A drop of baby oil, or vaseline on the door seals should stop it. If it has inner and outer seals, only lube the outer ones. Could be a lot cheaper than Dealer fixes.

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My 2003 C3 has started clicking recently in the area of the B pillars on both sides of the car when driving on poor road surfaces. This seems to have started after I serviced it and jacked it up using my trolley jack, unless that is just coincidence, and maybe it's due to the ambient temperature increasing. Anyway, it never used to do it.
I...

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Last post by Reggie
23 May 2005, 02:25
ZX 1.9D upgrade to 1.9TD

by jeremy » 23 May 2005, 02:36
Last post by erico » 23 May 2005, 02:24
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by jeremy » 23 May 2005, 02:36

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To start with the TD used a different gearbox/final drive as well as disc brakes all round and different front suspension - struts and droplinks. Then you may need a bigger radiator, and so it goes on.
Its easier and probably cheaper to buy a TD and sell the one you've got.
jeremy

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Has anyone on the forum done a turbocharger upgrade on a ZX 1.9D? My girlfriend and I just bought the car. I plan on adding a few ponies to it as soon as I get some insight on the parts that I will need to transplant from a donor(junkyard) auto. I am anxiously waiting for the manuals that I ordered to arrive.

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Last post by erico
23 May 2005, 02:24
Clicking sound from indicator relay

by arry_b » 23 May 2005, 01:32
Last post by broders » 23 May 2005, 00:45
Replies: 9
by arry_b » 23 May 2005, 01:32

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Indicator stalk, a very common problem.
Wiggling the stalk lightly when it's clicking will confirm it. A new switch is the proper solution, not dear from the GSF shop.

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While driving or sitting still there is a clicking sound from what I guess is the indicator relay. It sounds as if the indicator has been used but this happens intermitently and no indicator dash lights come on . Is the relay on its way out ?
1984 Citroen Xantia 1.8 petrol.
Thanks in advance
Broders

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Last post by broders
23 May 2005, 00:45
652 visa ignition

by AndersDK » 23 May 2005, 00:08
Last post by citronut » 23 May 2005, 00:00
Replies: 11
by AndersDK » 23 May 2005, 00:08

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Malcolm -
The Visa engines does not have an ECU
- it's a fairly simple transistor-ignition module.
Same type as you find on all AX/BX/CX carburettor engines - and more : the ignition setup is exactly the same on these models.
Furthermore you can use ANY round ignition coil for testing. It's only for higher engine revs you need the special...

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some one i know has 652 visa tried changing ecu,coil,it drives for a while then cuts out,two days ago he drove it 10 miles left it running it cut out now wont start,tried old ecu back on still dont start,there is live at coil and tick over solinoid with ignition on,he tested sensors week ago said they checked out ok,ant ideas regards malcolm

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Last post by citronut
23 May 2005, 00:00
big end on a diesel xantia?

by AndersDK » 22 May 2005, 18:27
Last post by heath robinson » 22 May 2005, 17:57
Replies: 12
by AndersDK » 22 May 2005, 18:27

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Have you checked the coldstart device ?
This is NOT a fuel enricher - but a timing modifier.
When these begin to stop functioning owners often modify the idle setting to get DOWN the idle revs.
If the injection is constantly running on a slightly different timing (even caused by wear in pump) the engine will certainly sound different - mainly with...

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At 120k my xantia has started a new noise at below 1400rpm. the noise is metallic and is similar though louder than the rattle of a worn box when in neutral on tickover. The noise is though still there when the clutch is depressed. It is definitely from the engine and loudest when under the car. From in the car, it is similar to the vibration of a...

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Last post by heath robinson
22 May 2005, 17:57
AX GT mk 1 Distributor

by johnsav » 22 May 2005, 17:06
Last post by johnsav » 22 May 2005, 15:55
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by johnsav » 22 May 2005, 17:06

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my vacum advance capsule isnt working. Im led to beleive i need a whole new dizzy module. is this right? if so where would i get one?
I think ive got a magnetti marelli type.
thanks

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Last post by johnsav
22 May 2005, 15:55
sphere regasser

by tomsheppard » 22 May 2005, 16:19
Last post by DoubleChevron » 22 May 2005, 15:27
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by tomsheppard » 22 May 2005, 16:19
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Post your pictures, please brethren of home made hydraulic test gear. Lots of us would like to build our own.

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Hi Guys,
has anyone here made a sphere regasser. I'm thinking it would be quite easy if you own a lathe. Has anyone out there made one??.
I have made a sphere tester (any idiot can make these with a spanner given a couple of hours), but a gasser .... That could be interesting.
seeya,
Shane L.
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Last post by DoubleChevron
22 May 2005, 15:27
Xantia V6 24v spark plugs

by ActivaV6uk » 22 May 2005, 15:09
Last post by portsaid1947 » 22 May 2005, 14:47
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by ActivaV6uk » 22 May 2005, 15:09

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ok, you need to unbolt the inlet manigold and possibly the top engine mount, i will take a look at my spair one but i know its such a hard job people do cut corners and only replace 3 (not recomended obviously).
Join the forum www.activanet.co.uk too there are a few V6 owners on there and i have alot of service info to put on the site some time...

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Just aquired a lovely V6.. later model(1998).. and as is my habit i am replacing the spark plugs but i don't know where to start as looking under the bonnet everything is covered up,i am capable of doing this so long as i can find the plugs.... any help will be appreciated.

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Last post by portsaid1947
22 May 2005, 14:47
ax on veg oil

by martyhopkirk » 22 May 2005, 12:49
Last post by mrbump » 22 May 2005, 07:27
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by martyhopkirk » 22 May 2005, 12:49

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It probably will be the Lucas pump. I dont think the AX ever got a Bosch unit.
I have run my AX on 100% SVO (Ran but didnt like it - very gutless) And have also run it on a 50/50 mix (when I too was brassic). However if its a Lucas pump not soething I would recomend long term as the high acidity content will eat away at the seals. Depends if you...

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Has anyone had sucess running the little 1.4d on veg oil? I ask because i have been 'reduced' to using one as my daily drive and 65mpg is just not cheap enough!!
It looks like the lucas type pump but slightly different.
Good little car i might add. Its fun having to really push it to keep up with other traffic!! Handles ok once you lean on it, but...

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Last post by mrbump
22 May 2005, 07:27
Thankyou, and au revoir

by sandancer » 22 May 2005, 02:42
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by sandancer » 22 May 2005, 02:42

To all on the Andyspares Forums, I'm afraid the time has come to say goodbye. After over six years, the Xantia has unfortunately outlived its ability to transport my growing tribe around the country. So I've had to move on, jump ship and purchase a, shhh, Vauxhall Zafira.
Admittedly I've taken more from than given to this forum, but without you...

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Last post by sandancer
22 May 2005, 02:42
Judder from clutch??

by AndersDK » 22 May 2005, 01:36
Last post by zzf00l » 22 May 2005, 01:09
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by AndersDK » 22 May 2005, 01:36

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The more common causes would also be present when taking off from start ?
#1 suspect would be engine mounts rubber.
#2 suspect is an oil contaminated clutch
#3 suspect would be loose/missing gearbox to engine mounting bolts
As a guess I'd say a broken spring in the friction plate could give worse clutch symptoms at speed.

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Xantia 1.9TD 1999
I am experiencing a violent juddering when changing down and releasing the clutch. This juddering seems at it's worse at speed, perhaps changing down from above 40mph. No problem when starting from rest! Any thoughts/comments would be appreciated.
Cheers Ian

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Last post by zzf00l
22 May 2005, 01:09
citroen zx head gasket

by AndersDK » 22 May 2005, 01:43
Last post by daveball » 22 May 2005, 01:03
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by AndersDK » 22 May 2005, 01:43

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The ZX uses the same engine as other Citroen models.
Is it the 1.9diesel (turbo ?)
- or what petrol size ?
In any case it is wrong just replacing the headgasket.
A headgasket does not wear
There is always a reason why it fails - like an overheated engine at some time which has caused the cylinder head to warp.

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Because of an oil leak,I've just spent one and a half days getting to my head gasket with the help (misnomer!!!!) of the Haynes manual..Frankly I've had enough. I've bought in advance both types of gasket as the shops were due to shut for the weekend. Now having got it off I find that on the original (presumably) there is a separate orifice plate...

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Last post by daveball
22 May 2005, 01:03
And the next job, coolant change Xantia TD

by JohnD » 22 May 2005, 00:33
Last post by Gaskin » 21 May 2005, 23:01
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by JohnD » 22 May 2005, 00:33

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As you feared, the connectors on the rad are the bayonet type. Also the drain plug at the bottom of the rad is difficult to reach because of the compressor - at least it is on the 2.1. I find a pair of pliers best to give a half turn and pull outwards. Also the under-tray needs removing for better access.

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Whilst changing accelerator cable, noticed minor water leak from thermostat housing (common I know as I've had it before on the ZX TD). Got a new sealing ring. Might as well change the coolant whilst I'm doing this. I would like to flush the rad too. Are the top and bottom connectors nice and simple or horrible bayonet ones! And given that it has...

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Last post by Gaskin
21 May 2005, 23:01
ZX 1.4 Aircon Solenoid

by AndersDK » 21 May 2005, 20:29
Last post by Marlon65 » 21 May 2005, 20:09
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by AndersDK » 21 May 2005, 20:29

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On a carburettor engine you should have some kind of mechanical means to compensate for the A/C load at idle - on the carburettor.
Look for any linkage that could possibly alter the idle revs - other than the accelerator cable itself.
Most likely a vacuum actuator controlled by the solonoid in question.

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My '95 ZX 1.4 (petrol) at 236k is having an aircon problem. Actually the cooling is fine and I'm quite impressed with its original compressor, but when the compressor kicks in, the idle lowers to near zero. The engine would continue running but vibration would set in due to the lowered RPM. It's been a month now and before bringing to the shop, I...

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Last post by Marlon65
21 May 2005, 20:09
Ripped - off by dealer in Holland!

by citronut » 21 May 2005, 19:54
Last post by harryb.48 » 21 May 2005, 18:29
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by citronut » 21 May 2005, 19:54

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dont know what the law is in that part of world, but it must deppend on price you payed,sounds very naughty to me regards malcolm

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Hi All
I am now in The Netherlands visiting my sons - one of them has just bought a car (Peugeot 306) from a dealer and the clutch thrust bearing has broken up after just 2 weeks and was making a noise since it was purchased - so it was likely that it was faulty when he bought it,but he only noticed the noise after driving away.
Now on his receipt...

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Last post by harryb.48
21 May 2005, 18:29
Most Reliable?

by Kowalski » 21 May 2005, 18:27
Last post by jochem » 21 May 2005, 18:00
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by Kowalski » 21 May 2005, 18:27

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The suspension on Xantias is different to other cars and so there isn't a lot of people who understand them, hence the questions need to be asked of people who understand oleopneumatic. The Xsara has standard springs and dampers, and everybody understands those.

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Lots of posts about Xantias, not many about Xsaras.......does that mean they are the least reliable or the most popular?

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Last post by jochem
21 May 2005, 18:00
ZX suspension

by stubbsy » 21 May 2005, 08:05
Last post by thiscocksZX » 21 May 2005, 05:02
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by stubbsy » 21 May 2005, 08:05

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havin the same problem me self.posted this just last week,have lowered front by 35 m (havnt got round to the rear yet)and getting clunk from downward motion of shocks,both sides,more noticable when window is down,(cant hear it from inside car)drop links are fine,springs are correct fitment.tip,when it pushes the nose ,dont let off, steer in to it...

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I have had a constant knocking sound coming from the near side front suspension of my ZX TD. It happens at all speed, most noticably gong about 30 on slightly rough roads. It also crashed quite badly under rebound eg, coming off a speed hump. I think it is to do with the roll bar conection/bearing because the actual shock seems ok when I push on...

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Last post by thiscocksZX
21 May 2005, 05:02
update: Mysterious air leaks; solved!

by citronut » 21 May 2005, 01:59
Last post by freek » 20 May 2005, 23:54
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by citronut » 21 May 2005, 01:59

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you must have differant primer in tulip land,as in UK this is a sealed unit not intended to be repaired,like mostly everything these days chuck away society regards malcolm

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Hi,
Last week I wrote about the air in the fuel system of my bx trd turbo. I thougt I had found the cause and suspected corrosion of the filter housing. But a day later the car didn't start again. I already planned to have a look at the fuel hoses at the tank today, when I decided to have a more detailed look at the hand pump. Although I renewed...

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Last post by freek
20 May 2005, 23:54
Wire to TD injector.

by Kowalski » 20 May 2005, 23:52
Last post by paranoid » 20 May 2005, 23:10
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by Kowalski » 20 May 2005, 23:52

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This is the injector needle lift sensor, it tells the ECU when the injector has opened, the ECU uses this so that it knows where the timing of the injection pump is so that it can adjust it to a specific value. The other sensor the ECU has is the TDC sensor (on the flywheel?), using a combination of the two sensors it can calculate what the timing...

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What does the wire do that goes to the second injector do?
Noticed this afternoon a grey wire nearly rubbed through, the wire comes off the loom to a connector block above the first injector then a thinner wire goes to number 2 injector
Repaired it the best I could and I'm sure the hot starting problem isn't so bad now! Wondered what it...

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Last post by paranoid
20 May 2005, 23:10
Intercoolers

by AndersDK » 20 May 2005, 16:22
Last post by Chrispy » 20 May 2005, 16:08
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by AndersDK » 20 May 2005, 16:22

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If you want to seriously dig into this, then try autospeed books :
Not free - but note that prices are in AUS$

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Which is the most effective one? The ones on the 405's (top of engine) of the ones on the Xantia's (near the rad)? Also, why the difference in design?
I've had both cars (late 1.9 TurboD 405 and currently a Xantia Mk2 TurboD) and I'd have thought, theoretically, that the Xantia's would be more efficient due to it's location. I've noticed both are...

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Last post by Chrispy
20 May 2005, 16:08
ZX Volcane ball joint

by AndersDK » 20 May 2005, 16:02
Last post by shezads » 20 May 2005, 15:31
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by AndersDK » 20 May 2005, 16:02

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If this is the situation : - where item 4 is the balljoint,
- then it seems to me there should be 3 bolts with self-locking nuts - not just 1.
Try lock the nuts with a threadlock fluid (like LockTite hard). Works only on dry & clean threads.

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I had a ball joint go on n/s/f - rattle. As I had changed the wishbones about a year previously with replacments for local motor factors, was unhappy as n/s/f ball joint knocking/rattle. The ball joints were riveted on - so could not change the ball joint itself. Suspected cheap parts - so I opted to change both wishbones with ball joints from gsf...

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Last post by shezads
20 May 2005, 15:31
Smokey ZX TD

by mezuk04 » 20 May 2005, 13:45
Last post by dave215 » 20 May 2005, 13:37
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by mezuk04 » 20 May 2005, 13:45

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Well in regard to the air filter housing...it really depends if your a dwarf which would come to reason why you would find it difficult to clip it back on.....Im not a dwarf but am weak....It takes a bit of force to get the clips on....if its exact type then you dont need to worry....unless you have been given the wrong one....they do tend to need...

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Ive recntly serviced my wifes ZX 1.9 TD (1997). I changed the fuel filter the oil and filter and also the air filter. Before servicing when she started the car on a morning a cloud of black smoke would appear for about the first few yards of driving and then slowley disapear. Following the service on start up there is now a large puff of clear...

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Last post by dave215
20 May 2005, 13:37
USEFUL FORUM

by davek-uk » 20 May 2005, 13:22
Last post by ACTIVE8 » 20 May 2005, 04:55
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by davek-uk » 20 May 2005, 13:22
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I'll whole heartedly second that! Finding this forum while I was looking for another car was one of the reasons I stayed with Citroen and brought the Xantia. I wanted a Xantia but I have to admit I was put off by the thought of the hydro suspension - everybody knows it's unreliability and expense to repair.
Fortunately, the wealth of knowledge...

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This is a very interesting, and useful forum. Which has a lot of good advice, and information, from contributors who certainly know their Citroens, and other French cars.
This Citroen section certainly seems to received the most posts, and has certainly been a source of useful information for me, and obviously many others, with 60,303 posts, at...
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Last post by ACTIVE8
20 May 2005, 04:55
accelerator cable

by pete_wood_uk » 20 May 2005, 14:02
Last post by stevieO » 20 May 2005, 03:04
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by pete_wood_uk » 20 May 2005, 14:02

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I did the throttle cable on my 97 TD recently and it's an easy job. If you buy the full kit it's about 30 quid, though, which is a bit offputting if all you want is the inner. May be worth your replacing the outer anyway, if it's routed like mine was then it goes through a pretty sharp right-angle bend just above the radiator and wears out at that...

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As the proud owner of a 94 1.9td xantia with 153k on the clock,I have this evening become the proud owner of another with 142k on it. Drove it for a test drive and it was mint, no oil leaks, suspension great and all the electrics work including all dash lights. The only fault I can find is that the accelerator cable is a little frayed at the end....

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Last post by stevieO
20 May 2005, 03:04
Back on the road

by mpr1956 » 20 May 2005, 02:50
Last post by np » 20 May 2005, 02:06
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by mpr1956 » 20 May 2005, 02:50

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I'm sure most of us xant owners become accustomed to our cars and take the ride and handling for granted, -I'm pretty sure I'd be glad to get mine back after a few weeks driving a normal car . I'm also glad you seem to be pleased with your garage... they get a bad press generally!!

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After nearly 4 weeks,i have my Xantia back .No more a/bag light(nearly a yr)no more abs light(2 mths) & a new hydractive unit(the long wait ).Seems to ride better than i remember.So much nicer & much more power that the Fiesta 1.1 i`ve been driving .But the a/c has packed up in the 4 weeks .
Still,at least the garage washed it .I dont know what...

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Last post by np
20 May 2005, 02:06
Xantia wipers

by AndersDK » 20 May 2005, 01:51
Last post by peteev » 20 May 2005, 01:35
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by AndersDK » 20 May 2005, 01:51

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could as well be a weak (corroded or chafed) connection burned out. But not unheard of a burnt motor as well - but rarely happens. Not a known weakness.

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Xantia 1.9 TD N reg: Driving home tonight in the rain the wipers suddenly stopped in the upright position and stayed there. Moments later a strong burning smell. Pulled in and invesigated as much as I could in the rain but no fire so waited for the rain to ease and continued on. Anyone with similar experience and if so what did it turn out to be?...

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Last post by peteev
20 May 2005, 01:35
cambelt

by Richard Gallagher » 20 May 2005, 03:19
Last post by tanto » 20 May 2005, 01:16
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by Richard Gallagher » 20 May 2005, 03:19

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Its not too bad a job to do but have a good read through a Haynes manual as the twin camshafts do make it a little more complicated due to having to 'reset' the sprockets onto the camshaft.

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i am wondering how easy is it to change the cambelt on a xantia 2.0 16v the car is an N reg
i have seen lots on here about changing cam belts but they all seem to deal with diesels

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Last post by tanto
20 May 2005, 01:16
Stuffing

by Kowalski » 20 May 2005, 00:41
Last post by rossnunn » 20 May 2005, 00:30
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by Kowalski » 20 May 2005, 00:41

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Is impossible not the answer you're looking for?
The skin will be held on by a combination of crimping and welding so you might be able to unpick it but then again you might not. The silencers are good quality on the Xantia and made from relatively heavy steel so they could be difficult. Set to with a hammer and chisel and you'll find out the hard...

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How difficalt would it be to remove the sound deadening & other rubbish in a silencer without cutting it open??

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20 May 2005, 00:30

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