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Takata Airbag Recall Documentary

by GiveMeABreak » 06 Mar 2025, 17:55
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Given the number of 'After-sales campaign' notices concerning Takarta Airbags I have been made aware of when looking up parts from PSA for members, I thought I would post a link to the following documentary that may be informative concerning the issue with these igniters.

According to Takata, the chemicals in the airbags’ explosive charge can...

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Or it could be the 'bots' are having seizures.
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PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

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

PSA Electrical Diagrams - Wiring & Symbols Codes Index

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

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

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Citroen, DS Automobiles and Peugeot Official Part Number Requests

by GiveMeABreak » 15 May 2021, 13:55
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Parts Service Announcement - 21st March 2025

Please note that there is a temporary disruption to our 'Parts Service', so we will be unable to provide any official parts for members at the present time. Please refer to the Post HERE for further info

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Disruption to Parts Service

As you may be aware, the consolidation of the old PSA to the Stellantis Group systems has resulted in both a merge of data tools and a requirement to migrate PSA accounts to Stellantis Systems.

This has caused some problems for organisations like ours and the Team are currently looking at the best way forward. This...
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Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

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

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

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

Airbag, Dashboard, Seat Belt & Airbag ECU Repairs

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The car is a citroeng C2 1,6L VTS 2005
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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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Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:22 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

Please note that there is a new procedure in place for members wishing to take advantage of a 15% discount off products from Easydiagnostics.

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

After discussions with Jim from ED today, we have agreed a new...

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Supersticky

by myglaren » 04 Jan 2010, 18:44

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

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another missing link!!

by philcut » 15 Jan 2003, 22:44

Didn't there used to be a link in the Andyspares links for the BX diy site Can't find it at the moment though,for info it's at
It's an excellent site with lots of info,and not just for BX's.Could it be added to the list

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15 Jan 2003, 22:44
Xantia 1.9 TD starting problems

by Fox » 15 Jan 2003, 21:09

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£800 for an N reg Xantia? Good lord thats pretty amazing.
If they are all about this sort of price I may as well replace mine for one a little newer each year and sell mine for a similar price :)
1994 Citroen Xantia SX 1.9 Turbo Diesel
148,500 miles

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Firstly thanks to all you guys for the helpful posts. I've got a 'N' reg Xantia 1.9TD which developed some starting problems. I read some posts on this forum which talked about using the priming pump (which save me a packet as I nearly bought new plugs and a battery) and the car starts first time instead of trying for 10 minutes. I then only get a...

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15 Jan 2003, 20:45
Fuel consumption from ZX Volcane TD

by Doc » 15 Jan 2003, 19:03

I would say that 40-45mpg is about right for a Volcane TD.
The manufacturers often list the MPG from the lightest car in the model range and apply it to all the models with the same/similar engines. Make sure your tyres are at the correct pressures as even a drop of 5 to 7 pounds can increase the rolling resistance of the tyre making the engine...

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15 Jan 2003, 19:03
My handbrake come up to far !

by RichardW » 15 Jan 2003, 21:40

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One of your cables has broken or dropped off the mechanism. Pull the handbrake on and then gently try and drive off forwards - you should find one side of the car will drop down as the handbrake bites, while the other doesn't 'cos it isn't working - this will be the side that needs attention - and probably the old one!
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Recently the handbrake on my 1993 ZX 1.9TD Volcane started to come right up and doesn't hold the car on slopes safely.
Any obvious suggestions ?
When the handbrake is up the cables going to the rear brakes feel tight when checked from under the vehicle. One of the rear cables was replaced a couple of years ago....

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15 Jan 2003, 18:32
Xantia secrets

by tomsheppard » 15 Jan 2003, 18:27

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That they separate is encouraging Porgy. The input shaft to the gearbox is binding in the clutch plate by the sound of it, possibly due to a burr on the former. Solution is usually to find a way of turning both outputs of the box by hand in the same direction, with the box in gear. This will rotate the input shaft slightly and should allow the box...

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I have a 1.9TD engine/gearbox taken from a Xantia some time ago thats been laying around my garage. I have a buyer coming tomorrow to collect the gearbox; only problem is after taking all bolts that connect engine/gearbox together they only seperate about an inch apart and refuse to budge any further.
Whats the secret? How's it done?
Thanks in...

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15 Jan 2003, 18:11
Citroen Specialists in Hampshire

by Jon » 15 Jan 2003, 18:59

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Both these 2 are not far and have been going years
Citroen Care Ltd, Peterfield tel 01730 894994
Cleaver Cars, Reading tel 0118 9576405
Theres also a Cit Specialist in Basingstoke! Cabra Cars at 23A Goat Lane. 01256 336288. Although I don't know how he is with Activas.
Jon Wood
forum@andyspares.com

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Hi,
I plan to do a lot of the work on my Activa myself, but for everything else, I would like to use an independant Citroen specialist. Not just because of the costs invloved but also because my past experience of main dealer workmanship is unfavourable to say the least.
Can anyone recommend a place in Hampshire?
I live in Basingstoke, of which I...

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15 Jan 2003, 17:58
ZX TD Fuel Economy

by Jon » 15 Jan 2003, 14:12

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I worked out that I'm getting 38mpg (!) from my K reg ZX TD. I do 90 miles a day comprised of highish speed on the M4 then sitting in traffic getting in and out of Reading.
The thing is capable of much better though when driven carefully. I got to the Lakes and back on one tank (just) from Swindon and I was driving around 65 to 75 most of the...

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I have a 1993 K-Reg 1.9 TD ZX Volcane.
I get somewhere between 40 and 45MPG, which seems pretty poor for a diesel (even Turbo) car.
I drive 23 miles each way to work at a fairly steady 55-60MPH.
What sort of economy should I expect and what can I do to improve it ?
I have had the car for 5 years and it's never been any better. When we first had it...

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15 Jan 2003, 13:32
Xantia Oil Temperature Guage

by reffro » 15 Jan 2003, 14:23

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That reading sounds OK. You will find the temperature of the oil will rise or fall dependant upon the load put on the engine.
For normal driving that figure sounds fine, but on the motorway it should rise to between 60-80 degrees depending on your speed. Last week on a private test track, when I was cruising at 110mph, the temperature rose to 90...

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Hi,
I have noticed that the Oil temperature guage on the Xantia Activa ('96) that I have just bought reads only 50 degrees once the engine has warmed up fully.
What should it be really? And would I be right in thinking that this will mean repacing the sensor?
To which end, is it worth buying the XM Haynes manual? This appears to cover the petrol...

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15 Jan 2003, 12:32
Xantia Central Locking Craziness

by lozian » 14 Jan 2003, 23:55
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Hi Simon,
I also have a Xantia (petrol LX 1997) which does some funny things with the locking and the alarm, but nobody, including Citroen dealers, seems able to shed much light on the problems at all, after a few postings looking for some info. I can set the alarm with the deadlocks and everything looks normal, flashing L.E.D. etc. and the alarm...

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Hi,
I have just bought a '96 P plate Xantia Activa which I had thought of as something of a bargain.
However, two days later, the central locking has gone loopy:
Using either keys or the plipper, the car unlocks all of the doors and then immediately re-locks them. You can repeat this several times until the locks take control and cycle the...
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14 Jan 2003, 22:24
AL-KO speres Update

by jeremy » 17 Jan 2003, 01:09

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Have you looked at the sphere specification table on this site?
jeremy

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I have found a table of AL-KO spheres. According to this my spheres are the same as a 2.0i and are pressured to 30 bar. Is this pressure correct for a 1.9 TD?
Edited by - Machra on 14 Jan 2003 16:01:27

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14 Jan 2003, 21:00
AL-KO spheres

by JohnD » 14 Jan 2003, 23:18

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Yes - I've fitted Alko spheres (bought from Andyspares) and they're just fine. I don't know whether they are the ones fitted by Citroen, but the replacements have restored the ride to as it was when the car was new four years ago.

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Has anyone fitted any spheres on their Xantia made by AL-KO. As I am still trying to get to the bottom of my harsh ride I was wondering if it was these spheres that I fitted that are at fault. Wondering if they are the wrong ones?
I bought the AL-KO spheres from Euro-carparts. Writing on them is:
AR 2.01
30 Bar
AL-KO 02/02
200.00 0043
Fitted to...

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Last post by Machra
14 Jan 2003, 19:52
ZX TD Heater Plugs

by RichardW » 14 Jan 2003, 21:29

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Mark,
It shouldn't do that.... AFAIK there is no 'error checking' in the system, so it suggests that yours has an electrical fault. Possibly an unreliable power feed (I think there's a relay before the glowplug relay), or the glow plug relay has gone to pot. Could also be that the feed to the dash light has chafed through, and is giving you false...

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Recently when I start my ZX TD the orange heater plugs light comes on...goes off...I start the car(OK so far)...drive it about 100 metres and then the light comes on again...and goes off and maybe comes on again?
Is it trying to tell me to change the plugs? Or something else?
Mark

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14 Jan 2003, 19:43
How do you Cope??

by tomsheppard » 14 Jan 2003, 18:55

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An aunt, used to her 100E Ford was driving us in my Mother's augmented Mini c.1968. She was travelling much more slowly than usual. When I asked her why she explained that it sounded funny.
When I explained to her that it was perfectly normal for a Mini to sound as though it was about to blow up, she looked much relieved and put her foot down....

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How do you cope with your car? Let me explain.....I find myself worrying about my car often-I'm never at peace with myself to just use it, I have this thing about sorting everything out so little things bug me and I never seem to be able to get them all fixed. When I drive I worry every little rattle or squeak means it's about to expire or blow...

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14 Jan 2003, 18:42
xsara instrument dials

by assael1 » 14 Jan 2003, 22:20

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chek the battary conections terminals clean and tie .chek good contenuity of earth terminal to the chesis and engine.if its OK chek the battary in good condition and maybe need to replace.

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sometimes the rev counter needle & mph needle go funny when starting engine they flick upto around 50mph & 3000 revs then drop back down once engine has started they work perfect from then on any ideas why this happens?

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Last post by moggy
14 Jan 2003, 16:53
Head torx bolts

by alan s » 14 Jan 2003, 15:40

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Tom,
The torx head bolts are recessed like an allen key. We have a Torx55 socket with a 1/2 drive so that we can use a tension wrench when refitting. On a 16V it's a case of tighten up, slacken off then retighten & go through x degrees to apply stretch.
I suppose others could have other ideas but I personally think it's a case of theoretic...

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I see from the forum that I'll need a T55 socket for the new head bolts. Is the Torx pattern then proud of the bolt head and not recessed into it like a hex key bolt? Haynes say I should use threadlocking compound. Other sources, grease on the threads. I have always understood that you clean block threads out with a tap and lightly oil the bolts...

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14 Jan 2003, 14:52
Damper on 1.9 TD Accelerator cable

by Jon » 14 Jan 2003, 14:08

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Even if the damper is removed, then the spring in the pump is enough to allow the the throttle cable to return.
Dave Burns of this forum tells me that he just removes the damper.
If you don't want to follow that route then we sell them here at Andyspares, new Bosch part is £49.50 and exactly what the dealer is charging you £113.oo for!!!!
Jon...

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My 1993 K-Reg ZX Volcane 1.9TD has a damper fitted to the throttle body and attached to the accelerator cable.
Unfortunately this damper has stopped working and the accelerator cable keeps sticking and taking a long time for the pedal to return.
Consequently when changing gears it over-revs each time unless you dip the clutch and allow the...

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Last post by Paul Thomas
14 Jan 2003, 13:59
BX 16 Not starting when colder

by alan s » 14 Jan 2003, 03:07

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Pierre,
You say it's a 16 but what model? Has it a carb or is it fuel injected and if carb, does it have an automatic choke?
Also does the car use much or any oil and how fast does the starter motor spin the engine? Will the car start if you keep winding on the starter motor or will it wind to a stop & if so, how long does it take for this to...

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I have a weird problem with BX 16 Petrol. It runs normally fine, but when the temperature drops, this is a guess only, it does not start. The starter engine does it job, but it does not spring on. A tow of only a few meters is enough to start it. Normally you would expect that towing it is needed when your battery has been started flat. It almost...

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Last post by pierre_verbakel
14 Jan 2003, 02:33
ZX 1.9i volcane Cutting out

by Jamesg » 14 Jan 2003, 00:15

Ever since the head gasket has been replaced (about three weeks ago) my ZX has suffered from a very intermitent ignition problem. I travel over 100 miles per day and most days it runs fine without missing a beat. However over the past week it has broken down six times.
When it cuts out out the engine does not mis-fire, it just stops. Try...

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14 Jan 2003, 00:15
More (or less) XM Heating

by Niek » 14 Jan 2003, 17:06

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Yep
I do have airco though. I've always got the blower speed knob on 'auto' and the temp on something like 22 degs. In the freezing mornings my car waits for the coolant temp to hit 60degs before warming me up. I love that feature, always makes me smile because it feels as though the car is taking care of you. (or am I slowly going nuts??)
Niek

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I used to own a Phase 1 XM 2.0 SEi with aircon. When the weather was very cold, as soon as the coolant warmed a bit the heater fan would switch on automatically in an attempt to raise the temperature of the interior as quickly as possible ... which was welcome.
Now I own a Phase 2 XM 2.1 TD VSX which lacks aircon but which is still supposed to...

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Last post by MooreStep
13 Jan 2003, 19:39
bx16v and pug mi16 differences

by adrianeaton » 13 Jan 2003, 18:23

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...so long as the Mi16 ones are for the 1.9 rather than the later 2.0 then it won't make any difference whether they're advertised as BX or 405 items, it'll be the same part.
Are you fitting wild cams?
Adrian

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I am just about to buy some adjustable vernier cam gears for the bx16v
however nobody in their advertisements mention verniers for the bx16v
but do have them for the mi16. i believe they are exactly the same lump..am i safe in purchasing the mi16 ones?
cheers jr20516v

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13 Jan 2003, 17:51
xantia fuel pipes & cold start cable 1.9 td

by RichardW » 13 Jan 2003, 17:47

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Pete,
Don't know about the fuel pipes - should be possible to disconnect / plug them somewhere to avoid losing all of it!
The cold start cable should function like this - engine cold the cable should be taut, and the lever on the pump (assuming it's a Bosch pump, and the cable goes to the back of the pump) pulled right up towards the flywheel end...

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when it gets warmer i am going to replace the flow & return pipes that run down between the engine & the bulkhead to hopefully cure an air leak. I'm sorry if this is a dumb question but what is the best way of cutting off the diesel so it doesn't pour out when the old pipe is removed? are there flexible pipes you can clamp or do you have to drain...

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13 Jan 2003, 17:29
Off with it's head!

by RichardW » 13 Jan 2003, 17:29

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I've done a TD - and that's a pain. Non turbo should be easy. You just need a 16mm deep socket to get the engine mount off (i used a spark plug spanner), a selection of 3/8 drive extensions to turn back the timing belt tensioner, and a T55 socket to do up the new head bolts. About 6 - 8 hours I'd guess, as long as you don't hit too many snags!...

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The verdict on the BX (19TGD for those who haven't yet been bored to death with my postings) is that I am going to have to pull the head off and replace the gasket. My local garage who have experience in these things reckon that this is a straightforward replacement and I shouldn't need to skim or pressure test the head as it is only a minor...

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Last post by tomsheppard
13 Jan 2003, 16:49
ZX radio again.

by David W » 13 Jan 2003, 17:43

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Jon,
Did you say yours was the four speaker auto-reverse set?
Our ZX Advantage has the more basic two speaker set and I find the quality very poor compared with the 3030 unit in my SX Xantia.
I wondered if upgrading to the better set from a crashed ZX Volcane (there's one in the breakers near me with the unit still fitted and undamaged) would...

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I posted last week about the failure of the LCD and general illumination on my ZX factory fit rad/cass.
Problem solved, and full thanks to Andy of Installation Services, Ind Cit Specialists, of Hengoed, Shropshire (tel 01691 670003), who kindly gave me an identical, working set when I dropped in on Friday; and Graeme of Davidson Electronics
who...

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13 Jan 2003, 15:42
Bleeding Cooling System

by alan s » 13 Jan 2003, 01:25

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Living in a place that never saw a ZX or a 1.4 BX I must admit I don't have an intimate knowledge of the motor, but over the years I have done the odd job on various Citroens.
The sound you refer to will inevitably possibly end up being a head gasket on the way out so we'll get the worst case scenario out of the way for starters. I mention this...

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I have a 1995 Citroen ZX 1.4i, the problem I have is that there seems to be air in the cooling system, as I have stated in a previous posting I had a rushing noise coming from my heater matrix. My question are the following: -
1. Is it possible to bleed the system without draining all the coolant from the system. If it possible will I have to use...

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Last post by CITMAN
12 Jan 2003, 22:57
BX non starter

by robbx » 12 Jan 2003, 21:01

Have just fitted new battery to BX19RD which the started 1st time turning over quickly. On 2nd attempt I noticed glo plug light did not come on when key turned to 1st position. However when key turned fully clockwise light comes on but engine does not turn.
Battery appears to have plenty of life and all connections secure.
Any suggestions as to...

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12 Jan 2003, 21:01
Xantia electric window mechanism

by abk » 12 Jan 2003, 18:35

Hello
The plastic window latch mechanism which slides on my front nearside electric window to hold window is broken. Anyone know maybe where I can get a replacement bit? Scrapyards are happy to sell me the whole electric window mechanism for £40, really I am only looking for the plastic slider bit..
Thanks

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12 Jan 2003, 18:35
activa wont rev past 2500 rpm!!!!

by wheeler » 13 Jan 2003, 04:09

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is the engine management light on ? is sounds like its gone into downgraded 'get you home' mode.this can be caused by lots of things but a good possibility is an air leak on the intake system.can you hear any unusual hissing sounds when you rev it ? check all the pipes are on correct especially at the turbo.

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my activa wont go past 2500 rpm just as the boost starts the car jerks violently if i drive it below this rev range its fine its a 2.0 8 valve petrol turbo has anyone suffered this problem any ideas the car has full history and 42000 miles HELP!!!!!!!!

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Last post by isimo
12 Jan 2003, 14:50
Brakes make me wanna top myself......

by alan s » 12 Jan 2003, 12:08
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I've just cured a similar sounding problem on our Mazda/Ford MPV that had driven me & a lot of other people insane for ages.
We had done the steering rack, new pads, steering box and wheel balance. I had been told it was possibly discs running out that also wasn't the case.
We had a tyre scrub due to someone else driving who was not used to...

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I've posted a couple of times about my new vehicle a '93 K ZX Aura TD. I'm pretty pleased with it on the whole. Since I've had it I've done basic maintenance-oil and filter change, fuel and air filters, timing belt change (took me 6-7hrs :( ) still to do coolant change, transmission fluid change etc.
It has a problem that is really spoiling my...
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Last post by Guru Meditation
12 Jan 2003, 07:40
ZX central locking

by Dave Burns » 12 Jan 2003, 16:03

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Yes I have had that happen to my ZX, it ket firing the opening pulse for the central locking, never found out where the cause actualy was.
I went over the wiring looking for bad connections didn't see any that looked bad, but when it was all back together the thing never did it again, so I must have come accross the bad connection without knowing,...

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My ZX has a strange intermittent problem. When driving along the central locking gizmos in all doors keep clicking of their own accord. Is this a poltergeist or is this a common fault? Anyone out there know how to rectify it?

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Last post by Alan White
12 Jan 2003, 05:59
Electric mirrors + rear light clusters

by mbunting » 12 Jan 2003, 04:21

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If neither of your mirrors work, then it could be the switch. You have to take the door arm off, and perhaps the trim panel ( torx screws around the edge ) if you need to do any serious cabling investigation.
With regards to the light clusters - go into the boot, and pull out the lining from each rear corner, feel inside and you will find a...

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The electric mirrors on my Xantia don't work. I've obtained the trim around the drivers door handle, including the mirror switch.
Do you think replacing the switch will get the mirrors working again? If so, how do I do this? I couldn't seem to get the trim off! Please bear in mind I am a complete numpty - my father is away at the moment so am...

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Last post by Fox
12 Jan 2003, 02:47
Correct Sphere Pressure

by alexx » 12 Jan 2003, 01:25

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A week ago I examined GS spheres, and found number 65 stamped somewhere at the waist, don't know it's meaning, and 55 near the screw, which is the pressure of GS front spheres.
HA2 spheres for Xantia are:
- front, side: 450 cm3 / 45 bar or 400 cm3 / 50 bar
- rear, side: 400 cm3 / 30 bar (berline) or 40 bar (break)
- front, middle: 450 cm3 / 75 bar...

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Does anyone know where I can find the correct sphere pressure for my Xantia hydractive? I have bought some form AS which state a 55bar but it seems I have 65bar ones fitted (at least, there is 65 stamped on them - I assume thats the pressure). If they are 65 and should be 55, what effect would that have on the ride...harder or softer?
FYDAMF

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Last post by hippy
12 Jan 2003, 00:00
Xantia locks / Alarm

by timbo » 12 Jan 2003, 01:48

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i'am having problems with mine,to stop the lights flashing remove the green relay from the fuse box,should feel it clicking.

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How do I disable the alarm on my 94 Xantia td SX, since I've had it its periodically decided to flash its headlights and the latest thing is its making an alarm sound (not very loud fortunately) when the ignition is turned on. Pressing the buttons on the dashboard which are supposed to have some effect on the alarm doesn't do anything at all. I'd...

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Last post by Gavin1
11 Jan 2003, 21:38
Xsara Rattle

by qwerty » 12 Jan 2003, 00:51

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I had a XSARA Hdi T reg with same symptoms.It came from the power steering and anew modified pipe was fitted and cured the problem .Check with your main dealer .

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We've got a W reg Xsara hdi estate and its a great car except that it has rattles all over. The principal one is quite a heavy clunking which seems to be in the front offside wheel area and occurs on the overrun or during braking. I've had it looked at twice by the dealer. the suspension and brakes are said to be in good shape and there is nothing...

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Last post by oskin
11 Jan 2003, 21:30
XANTIA KEYPAD

by timbo » 15 Jan 2003, 04:03

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All's well with the keypad,ifound an old service sheet for the car and in the box marked code was a diget number, entered this in and keypad now work's (:D) How lucky was that.

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I NEED TO DISCONECT MY BATTERY BUT I'M A LITTLE WORRIED BECAUSE I DONT HAVE A CODE FOR THE KEYPAD,AT THE MOMENT I JUST TURN THE KEY AND GO.WHEN I ENTER THE CAR THE RED LIGHT IS FLASHING,TURN KEY TO FIRST POSITION RED STILL FLASHING, TURN TO SECOND POSITION RED OUT AND GREEN ON CONSTANT, START CAR GREEN OUT AFTER 10 SECONDS.
ENGINE OFF GREEN LIGHT...

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Last post by timbo
11 Jan 2003, 15:19
xm air leak

by Doc » 16 Jan 2003, 04:06

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Hello Marski
You may want to check the rubber bleeding bulb (if it is EPIC system) or if a Bosch/Cav check to see if the bleeding screws or the plunger located with the filter are allowing air in. If the plunger is easy to press no matter how many times it is pumped, then you may have an air leak there. Check for for leaks and go round all the...

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i have an xm 2.5 td estate with an annoying problem.after standing awhile it's a pig to start.i've checked the obvious but there seems to be an air leak i can't find or the fuel is returning to the tank.does any one know if there are any non return valves in the system anywhere? i recently cleaned the filter in the fuel tank and stripped the fuel...

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Last post by marski
11 Jan 2003, 14:22
Xantia Radio Blues

by David W » 11 Jan 2003, 03:45

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I think you are right that the 2030 has code digits of 6 or less due to the way they are input, the 3030 and 4030 can have digits up to 9.
Do you know yours will lock up for a couple of hours if you get the code wrong a few times.
Not just something daft wrong with the way you are inputing it, you are pushing the tuning buttons 1 to 6 to tap out...

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Since the battery was diconnected, I haven't been able to enter the code in the Radio/cassette model No 2030
The code number in the back of the user's guide didn't work,
The Citroen Garage came up with the same code off their computer, They told me to get it re programmed.
There is another four digit number in the user's guide but it has a seven...

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Last post by colouredcob
11 Jan 2003, 03:14
Xantia ignition key heating up intermittently

by alexx » 11 Jan 2003, 15:01

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The device is really a little under-dimensioned, so it's a good idea to put the relay (about 30 A) into the ventilator circuit. As I know, only contacts for this circuit are affected, and without the relay, they usually start to make problems with the ventilator after a few years.

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I wondered if anyone has had a repeated issue with an intermittently warm to hot ignition key. The worry is that something else electrical may be much hotter!
I had the switch replaced under warranty (not the lock, but the rotating electrical device behind it, and the associated cables, which come as a unit) and it is still doing it.
My local man...

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Last post by JohnW
11 Jan 2003, 02:53
Heated Washer Jets

by Dave Burns » 10 Jan 2003, 23:37

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I use a strong mix of winter screen wash and when the temperature goes below freezing regularly I bung 1/2 to 3/4 pint of methylated spirits in with it, that stops the bugger freezing.
Learned that one from a bloke who used to live in Sweeden.
Dave

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Does anyone know of a source of heated washer jets for a Xantia ?
I had thought about extending the washer pipe and wrapping around the coolant hoses, but I've read posts that say this isn't so effective.
Regard
Mat.

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Last post by mbunting
10 Jan 2003, 22:17
missing link!!

by shaunthesheep » 10 Jan 2003, 20:59

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PHIL,
here is the link you are looking for
dom

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I found a link last week for a Japanese site for a bx catalogue-but having had 'puter problems-i've lost it .Anyone know what the site is It gave a good picture of a bx parts breakdown,complete with part numbers-so could be useful for all members.

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Last post by philcut
10 Jan 2003, 20:46
Sidelights lead to car kicking!

by Dave Burns » 10 Jan 2003, 23:30

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Sidelights are on seperate bulbs Alison, 5watt caples IIRC, go back in and fetch one out before buying a replacement.
Dave

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More trouble with my lights! (Cit ZX)
I successfully replaced my dipped beam bulbs with some super Xenon ones so that could see to drive around. However, a couple of months later one of them blew. I had to put in a temp standard bulb just to get me up to the frozen North for Christmas (didn't want to run over the polar bears you know!).
Everybody...

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Last post by FFX-DM
10 Jan 2003, 18:13
xantia changing spheres

by hippy » 10 Jan 2003, 15:45

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Had my spheres recharged on the bx, and it worked a treat. It takes around 5mins/sphere..if you replace with new, you can do it yourself but to get them recharged you need special equipment. What happens is the nitorgen in the sphere loses pressure over time/use and the plastic diaphram separating the nitrogen from the lhm expands (due to the lack...

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Is this a sraight forward job? As I understand it you just lower the suspension unscrew the old ones & screw on the new sphere. andy spares want £20 for a new shere while my local garage wants £18 to re charge the old one so I dont see the point in recharging. I assume that new spheres are pre charged? is this really a simple job? Are any jobs on...

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Last post by pete woods
10 Jan 2003, 15:20
ratio

by auto » 10 Jan 2003, 13:50

well theres more citroen posts than peugeot mainly because they are
2nd best my old big pug never lets me down as i do all my own repairs
ps so their chummys.

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10 Jan 2003, 13:50
XM Headlights.

by MooreStep » 13 Jan 2003, 16:39

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Doc, I have had very good results with both Phase 1 & 2 XMs by simply replacing the dipped beam bulbs with Xenon bulbs from my local motor factor. They cost about £15 a pair and only take 5 minutes to fit! Seems too good to be true, but they give about 30% more light, without dazzling oncoming traffic. Nor do they shed a blue light ... I don't...

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I have noticed that the XM headlights 1992/93 model are not very good in dipped mode. The bulb holders/wiring and related systems have been checked out okay. Are there any upgrades available (without having to bolt on extra lights and ruin the aerodynamics) or is it a characteristic of the slim headlight design?
Doc

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10 Jan 2003, 11:10
XM 2.1 TD misfire under load and heater problems

by Doc » 16 Jan 2003, 04:34

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Hello XM Nut. I also own a 2.1 XM TD SED which has been difficult to start and will not rev beyond 3000 rpm. I have been advised that my turbo wastegate valve may be sticking. Sometimes they can be freed off by hand.
What state is your cambelt. If it is old and has stretched it may have shifted a tooth and therefore the timing even though this...

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Anyone any thoughts on a fix for a slight mis-fire at low revs (14-1800rpm) when engine is under moderate load. Problem disappears at other engine speeds and when turbo starts to work. Car runs fine otherwise and has had new injectors, head gasket, fuel and air filters in last year. Car has done 150,000 miles. Checked for fuel/air leaks but can't...

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Last post by xm nut
10 Jan 2003, 03:54
start me up!!!!!!!!

by alan s » 10 Jan 2003, 04:06

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corky,
Have you had the alternator tested to see if it's charging as it should?
Seems strange that it would go OK for a week with a new battery & then play up. You'd have to think that if it was a problem other than power from the electrical system that it would have played up straight away.
The reason I say this is that with a battery that was...

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I have a xantia 1.9 td desire.1998.100.000 miles on the clock.regularly serviced.Recently my battery ground flat and all that could be heard was all the relays clicking merrily away.I replaced the battery and about a week later I was having starting problems when engine was cold.I have checked out all previous posts regarding this(air leaks/glow...

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Last post by corkymills
10 Jan 2003, 00:47
ZX intermittent steering vibration and ticking

by Dave Burns » 10 Jan 2003, 00:35

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Check the c/v joints for excessive play and that the shaft can't be pulled too far out of the outboard c/v joint.
Check the r/h driveshaft intermediate bearing for play.
Check suspension bushes, ball joints, track rods and drop links.
Very unusual for a driveshaft to go down in such fashion and shouldn't affect straight ahead steering, might be...

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Hi there
i have a 1992 ZX 1.9 Diesel with 140K miles. During a long motorway trip suddenly the steering wheel started to vibrate heavily with a low ticking noise at right front end of car. Car also started to pull to the left and was more difficult to steer. Releasing the clutch stopped the vibrations, engaging the clutch started it again. Change...

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Last post by kaspar
09 Jan 2003, 23:32
XM Tyre Choice - 2.5 Estate

by reffro » 10 Jan 2003, 00:20

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I'm afraid to say it but saving 15 quid on a tyre will be a false economy. There is a reason the Michelins cost what they do, they are probably the best tyre on the market. How much is 30 quid extra now going to effect you over the next 20,000 miles, especially if you get a tyre that has less grip, makes more noise, gives worse fuel economy which...

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Folks,
It's time to change the fronts.
Does anyone have a recommendation? Sure, they will probably only last 20K at best, but I am questioning paying ££80 per corner for Michelin Pilots.
My well-respected independent tyre centre recommends Uniroyals at £65.
Any experience out there?
rg

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Last post by rg
09 Jan 2003, 22:31
Engine locking bolts

by Dave Burns » 10 Jan 2003, 01:17

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Hi Tom, M8 x 50 bolts to lock the pulleys, to lock the crankshaft I have a piece of 8mm silver steel, bent through about 80 degrees at 3 inches, then bent through about 30 degrees at 4 inches from the first bend and at an approx. rightangle to first bend, this leans the top of the bar forwards over the starter motor allowing easey control of the...

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Anybody know how long the M8 bolts should be for locking pump, cam and crank on an XUD, please

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Last post by tomsheppard
09 Jan 2003, 19:44
A theory on leaking heater matrix

by tomsheppard » 09 Jan 2003, 17:39

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In theory, the overall pressure in the cooling system cannot exceed about 15 PSI so there is little possibility of the matrix bursting that way. To advance the theory, could this be a matter of load reversals (warm up, pressurise, cool down) causing fatigue of the joints? This would tend to be shown if cars that had done high motorway mileages did...

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Just thought I'd toss this one into the ring and see if anyone had any thoughts on it. It possibly is something that should be discussed in General Topics but I think the number of Cits with this problem makes it fairly topical for this forum.
We often have postings from people with a leaking heater matrix and in some cases it is not the first...

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Last post by alan s
09 Jan 2003, 17:16
XM Electric Window - Frosty Reception

by hippy » 09 Jan 2003, 20:33

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on my bx it was the bottom rail that is fixed to the glass and supports the two upper bearings of the scissor arrangement that corroded, had to replace the galss from a scrapped car. This was prob an hours labour - just a straight swap. However, on an XM, and I have only knowledge of the facelift, the mechanism works with wires which eventually...

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Returning to my frost covered car at Gatwick airport carpark last week I made the mistake of attempting to operate the driver's electric window in order to feed the ticket machine. Result: a loud CLONK followed by lots of impotent whirring. Fortunately the frost held the window up while I drove home.
What part is it that breaks in such...

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09 Jan 2003, 14:45

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