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Forum maintenance 24/07/2026 Postponed

by xantia_v6 » 23 Jul 2026, 16:58 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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Since the database software update a couple of weeks ago we.have been experiencing random problems with long delays on posting messages and on viewing forum pages.

In the absence of any better explanation I suspect a software version incompatibility, so I will roll-back the database software version.

I will attempt this tomorrow morning, be...

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I have decided to postpone this work for a couple of days while I run some more tests.

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24 Jul 2026, 06:47
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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My DS5, VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] should be eligible for recall, but my vehicle is in China and I cannot find the corresponding service provider. Could you please contact me officially and tell me how to handle this? ????_20251024002629_33_148.png
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23 Oct 2025, 17:32
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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09 Dec 2023, 17:48
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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21 Mar 2025, 10:53
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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I don't have knowledge of the Peugeot, but the issue of a loose connection is known with several makes of car.
I doubt the piece of plastic holding the cable to the floor will cause an issue with the air bag light, but an intermittent loose connection in the plug and socket almost certainly will. Check for a good electrical connection within. Look...
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14 Mar 2026, 06:55
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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16 Sep 2024, 21:28
Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

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

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

The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.

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

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03 May 2018, 17:22
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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Selling Xantia 2.1 TD

by hardmanm » 10 Aug 2002, 22:31

Due to forthcoming emigration I am reluctantly selling my 98 R Xantia 2.1TD Desire 2.
Features :
A/C
ABS
Alloys
Rear spoiler
Usual SX/Desire features
FSH with 51K miles in Dante Red.
Excellent condition and well maintained, just had new front spheres and LHM change
£3800 for a quick sale
Please contact [email protected] (that's underscore...

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10 Aug 2002, 22:31
LHM tank

by JohnD » 11 Aug 2002, 00:04

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Presumably you have either a Xantia, an XM, a BX or a CX. It's only these Citroens that require LHM. If you are lucky enough to have one of these vehicles, LHM is the liquid that gives the vehicle it's magic-carpet ride. Look under your bonnet and you will see a tank with five or six hoses running from the top. If you have a BX, the tank will be...

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Someone a while ago mentioned refilling and cleaning filters in the LHM tank - what is the LHM tank, and what's the proceedure for doing this oneself??

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10 Aug 2002, 21:07
Xantia 2.0i SX rear pad repl. Advice needed

by Dave Burns » 10 Aug 2002, 21:25

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Rear pad change on a Xantia is a cake walk, one 6mm bolt to remove, shield off and spring, pad's and shim's then come out, push piston's back in, clean dust and rust off, copper gease caliper (where pad's sit) and between pad/shim/piston's.
Pad's, spring's shim's back in, shield on, bolt in job done.
Shim's go in with the cut away half to the...

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Can anyone tell me if this a simple job for a competent home mechanic. I have the pads, but don't want to pull anything apart that might not go back together again!!
Many thanks
Rob

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10 Aug 2002, 20:03
rear wheel alignment

by Dave Burns » 10 Aug 2002, 17:47

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With new bearing's in the trailing arm and still no improvement to the angle of the wheel, there must be something bent or out of alignment, as a possible result of an accident may be.
Certainly requires further investigation, suggest you take it somewhere with the required alignment measuring equipment yourself.
Good luck
Dave

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Can someone give me some advice on this problem. The rear wheels of my 1997 Xantia appear to be tilting inwardly at the top, especially the left side. The local agents, from whom I bought the car, said it was the suspension arm bearings and changed the left side - no part available to change other side - although this was not a problem because the...

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10 Aug 2002, 17:33
More fans....

by JohnD » 10 Aug 2002, 14:47

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The first fan cuts in when the temperature reaches 90 Centigrade. The second one starts up at 101 C. Maybe you don't run hot enough to start the second one. But don't rule out a faulty switch.

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I've got a 1996 Xantia TD with aircon, and have only ever witnessed 1 of the 2 fans running. Whats the score with the fans?

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10 Aug 2002, 01:26
ZX road manners

by Dave1 » 10 Aug 2002, 01:58

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I find it strange you are experiencing this problem. The ZX is pretty much renowned for sticking to the road like glue . I can throw mine into any bend within reason and find it will out corner the majority of other cars, partciulary in the wet. Are you sure that all the bushes are ok on your car. There are four on the back and they need to be ok...

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My wifes car is a Ford Escort Mk5 3 door 1.8 Diesel, which is pretty good with road manners such as cornering around a roundabouts or bends in general. My ZX td I have to say is not anywhere near as good with its manners, as I have noticed more so in the wet. It tends to be tail happy without much warning. I know this is the nature of front wheel...

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10 Aug 2002, 00:06
xantia engine

by Dave Burns » 10 Aug 2002, 16:20

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I'd go in and have a look what has transpired before deciding on a fresh lump, might not be too bad if you are lucky.
Feel the top of the bore's for any apprechiable lip, if there is enough to grab your finger nail I'd scrap it.
Last head I had off had 90000 on it, there was no real detectable lip just a soot line.
Dave

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hi guys, am looking for some advice, have just bought xantia 1.9 td vsx 1994 for £100, only problem is timing belt has either slipped or come of as the belt is intact but is hanging off timing pulleys havnt removed head yet but Iknow there is valve damage would you guys either replace head or swop engine the car has done 130k any advice greatfully...

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09 Aug 2002, 22:46
xantia brake control valve

by RichardW » 09 Aug 2002, 14:06

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AFAIK the brake valve is bolted on from inside. Leak may just be a pipe union that needs tightening up - I had this on my BX when it failed an MOT - especially if the valve itself is loose - try tightning it up, and nipping up the unions to see if this cures the leak.
Richard

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my brake control valve on my xantia is loose ( i guess it should be secure!)it also leaks!! i am going to replace with new but how is it held on? ( haynes manual is somewhat vague!!)are the bolts undone from inside (under dash/near pedals) or do they undo from engine compartment? i haven't looked at it closely yet!

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09 Aug 2002, 04:55
Oil Gauges

by sooty » 09 Aug 2002, 02:13

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On commercial vehicles, the oil temp. gauges are normally fitted at the side of the sump. Why not try a 4 way connection, if there's room, it could save a lot of work. Anyway why an Oil temp. gauge ?

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I've been looking at getting some oil temp and oil pressure gauges. I assume that I can replace the standard oil pressure warning light switch (located at front of cylinder block above oil filter housing) with a new oil pressure gauge sensor (and by fitting a t-piece adapter I'll be able to retain the original switch and the fuction of the dash...

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08 Aug 2002, 23:24
Intermitent cutting out of engine (Xantia 1.8 16v)

by lozian » 19 Aug 2002, 12:38

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Try changing fuel filter. Could be a fuel starvation problem.

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Hi
Wonder if anyone can help ?
My Xantia 1.8 16v has started to intermitently cut out.On slowing down at lights or junction or turning corners the revs drop to zero and the engine cuts out !
It will start again but almost immediatley cuts out again unless I rev the engine hard.
I have been told that it might be the Magnetti Marelli stepper motor...

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08 Aug 2002, 22:28
Intermitent cutting out of engine (Xantia 1.8 16v)

by calywal » 08 Aug 2002, 22:28

Hi
Wonder if anyone can help ?
My Xantia 1.8 16v has started to intermitently cut out.On slowing down at lights or junction or turning corners the revs drop to zero and the engine cuts out !
It will start again but almost immediatley cuts out again unless I rev the engine hard.
I have been told that it might be the Magnetti Marelli stepper motor...

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08 Aug 2002, 22:28
Xantia

by hardmanm » 08 Aug 2002, 15:26

Due to forthcoming emigration I am selling my 98 R Xantia 2.1TD Desire 2.
Features :
A/C
ABS
Alloys
Rear spoiler
Usual SX/Desire features
FSH with 51K miles in Dante Red.
Excellent condition and well maintained, just had new front spheres and LHM change
£3800 for a quick sale
Please contact [email protected] (that's underscore by the way)...

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08 Aug 2002, 15:26
Automatic gearshifter knob - Xantia

by jemboyd » 08 Aug 2002, 09:22

Has anybody noticed their automatic gearshifter knob getting cracked resulting in the outer covering dropping off? Don't see any replacement parts for this at Andyspares...

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08 Aug 2002, 09:22
Replacing Xantia front indicator

by MW » 07 Aug 2002, 22:39

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Well whaddaya know, I just answered my own question. There aren't any mounting bolts for the front indicators on a Xantia!
You just open the bonnet, stick a screwdriver down the side of the flasher unit, depress the catch on the top, and the whole assembly slides forward out from the front of the car. Why can't everything be this simple?
Mike

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Whoops, I broke my nearside front indicator unit while I was on holiday. Some stupid fencepost decided that it had more of a right to be in that particular spot than me. Never mind, at least the Xantia's separate plastic units are affordable (£9 each) - not like these all-in-one glass headlamp units.
It doesn't look too difficult to fit, but can...

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07 Aug 2002, 21:52
ZX Starting Problem.

by Jon » 07 Aug 2002, 15:21

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Hello,
Sounds like a problem with the glow plug timer relay. You'll find this under the bonnet, just to the right of the battery. Theres a plastic cover between the battery and inner wing where some fuses etc live, and the glow plug timer relay bolts onto the front outside of this housing.
Jon Wood
IT Supervisor
GSF t/as Andyspares

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Hello:
I recently purchased a 1995 ZX 1.9D (great condition) and last night I encountered a starting problem after driving the car for about an hour. I stopped the car and basically the car stalled out, and I was unable to restart it. The glow plug dashboard light never came back on (even this morning when I tried) and the car won't fire up. It...

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07 Aug 2002, 14:18
Xantia radio

by shaunthesheep » 07 Aug 2002, 05:28

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DAVE, you are not alone my dear chap.
my factory fitted xantia radio had the same problem, after lots of trips to get it repaired caused by various faults including the fault which you mentioned decided it was better to replace it with something better. now got a sony cd player works like a dream, and not problems (touch wood )
dom

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my 1996 Xantia has a problem with the radio which is original,it has poor recption ,will not stay on station has any one had this problem(maybe poor ariel connection ? ) cheers dave

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07 Aug 2002, 04:26
Flappy cam belt

by Dave Burns » 07 Aug 2002, 04:13

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If you have done the job correctly and all the component's of the belt tract are ok then it will have to be considered normal.
But because of the damage that will be caused if it lets go and for peace of mind.....you know what.
Turn the crankshaft forwards slowly by hand for about 1/4 turn and stop, don't let it go backwards, and don't stop it...

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I have recently fitted a replacement cylinder head to my ZX Td, along with a new cam belt. My question is: Having tensioned the belt IAW the Haynes 'book of lies',. I have noticed the belt seem to vibrate a bit between the diesel pump pulley and the cam pulley, when you rev the engine, its only a matter of millimetres but I'm not sure if its...

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07 Aug 2002, 02:09
LHM Reservoir

by nick » 07 Aug 2002, 02:18

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Are you sure the reservoir is really too full?
These indicator needles do have a tendancy to stick on the max line sometimes.
Nick

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Just updating. I have checked the level with the car at full height. It is about 3.5 inches from the top. Since taking out the 2 jam jars of lhm if i tap the needle it does bounce slightly but returns to the top of the bubble. I am confident that the needle is working ok. Brake pads are ok still plenty left on them. Should i empty some more fluid...

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07 Aug 2002, 02:06
Disconnecting EGR system on 1.9TD

by nick » 07 Aug 2002, 01:44

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PS Last line should say 'performance OR fuel consumption'!
Nick

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For a while I've been considering disconnecting the exhaust gas recirculation system on my '97 Xantia TD, particularly with the recent discussion on whether this contributes to premature engine failure.
In any case, I got the impression all this system actually achieves on older high mileage engines is to block up the inlet manifold with black...

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07 Aug 2002, 01:39
Increasing power outputs...

by NiSk » 07 Aug 2002, 13:16

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There are literally hundreds of companies out there waiting for your trade! Either do a search via e.g. google on the Internet, or buy a car magazine - they are festooned with adds from chippers (Van Aaken and Allard just to mention two well regarded suppliers).
BUT
Make sure your chipping doesn't increase the torque outside the figure that your...

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Besides Superchips does anybody know of any tuning companies that are able to chip my Xantia 2.0i 8-valve to produce more power? I'm not looking for massive differences just a bit more torque to help with getting off the line a bit better, as mine has an automatic gearbox.

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Last post by reffro
06 Aug 2002, 20:58
LEAKY REAR MAIN SEAL

by alan s » 06 Aug 2002, 15:17

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If it's not a section of the shaft worn/damaged, it has to be wear in the main bearing.
Alan S

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I have a 1995 citroen zx 1.4i which has recently had a clutch change and a leaky rear main seal replaced. The new seal started to leak again. So I took the car back to the garage which did the job a citroen specialist and they did the job again under warrenty and fitted a new seal. However the new seal which was fitted has started to leak again....

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06 Aug 2002, 14:54
Horn Failure

by lozian » 06 Aug 2002, 12:09

Hi all. Anybody help maybe, with this intermittent problem. Citroen Xantia 1.8i LX 16v 1997. Last week I discovered I had no horn. On investigation, discovered blown fuse 20a which the Citroen handbook says covers horn, horn compressor and towbar. Replaced fuse and all go again, horn working. 2 days went past, same problem - no horn - same fuse...

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06 Aug 2002, 12:09
xantia rear seats

by JohnD » 18 Aug 2002, 20:47

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Hi Shaun - What you'll have to do is to take off the trim at the tailgate, roll back the carpet over the seats and you'll find the seat back hinges are bolted to the floor pan with two bolts each side.

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hi all, is it possible to remove the rear of the rear seats??, thats the bit that looks like carpet! as one of my rear seat catchs dont seem to be withdrawning fully into the rear seat housing. as a result it took me over two hours to get it to fold down.
dom

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06 Aug 2002, 07:21
It's Leaking !!!

by alan s » 06 Aug 2002, 07:20

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May not even be a problem.
Possible that when it was put on full height, it may have just overflowed the LHM tank as it went back down. Other than that, it may be leaking from the return pipe from the strut.
Degrease & hose it off & check on normal setting when it's dried out. There's a chance that it may only be a one off incident. Isolate where...

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Help Panic
MOT is due in a week time and the BX TZD is leaking Fluid( pool of stuff underneath OSF). I had left the car set in the High position (due to a passenger being disable), car had dropped after a while and pool of fluid had appear, this is the first time there seem to be a problem. Any Suggestion ?
Glenn

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06 Aug 2002, 05:54
Xantia wheel bearings

by NiSk » 06 Aug 2002, 12:53

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You might want to look at:

before you start, just to get an idea of how it all hangs together.
//NiSk

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i am about to replace the rear wheel bearings on my 1996 Xantia ,what size is the hub nut, is it possible whithout using a puller and has any one got any tips on doing this job any help greatly appreciated dave

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06 Aug 2002, 05:18
Go Faster Exhausts

by gjb02 » 06 Aug 2002, 03:06

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I could be very wrong here, but I'm sure the sporty note of a petrol has a lot to do with the way the car is fuelled. The petrol car has the ability to overfuel on demand by simply increasing the throttle, this can lead to an increase in unburnt fuel which ignites in the exhaust manifold giving greater resonance/sound. With the addition of a...

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On my way home this evening from work, I pulled up behind a pug 306td with my ZX td and I noticed it had a Twin Big Bore exhaust. I thought that looks nice and it must sound nice.
The pug pulled away and I thought, had I gone deaf. The sound was Naff, no bloody difference to a Std. exhaust. I thought that was a complete waste of money and effort,...

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06 Aug 2002, 01:50
Mousey Xantia

by alan s » 06 Aug 2002, 05:06

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Darren,
Could be the first sign of the swing arm bearings starting to go. The fact that is disappears when it's in heavy rain indicates that it is either water getting into an almost seized bearing and lubricating it enough to stop the squeak or there is a rubber bush almost seizing that the water ingress is loosening.
Park the car at normal...

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Why does my 1993 Xantia 1.9D (108K) back end squeek squeek squeek? (on the car that is..) Suspension is level, no movement from trying to rock the wheels, rises and falls level. I am considering buying new spheres for the back end and a large drill bit and carrier bag ...
Seriously, the back end is starting to get rather bumpy. Citroen dealer says...

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Last post by Cannonball
06 Aug 2002, 00:50
ax brakes jamming on

by Dave Burns » 05 Aug 2002, 23:41

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If its got a servo pull the vacuum pipe off and if its a petrol plug the open pipe or the engine will have trouble running.
See if the brakes are then free, if so the valve on the servo is open to the atmosphere, it should only open when braking.
Can't think of anything else at the moment.
Dave

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all the brakes on the ax are locking on, its not the master cylinder or the calipers, any ideas? Common problem?
thanks
misterroy

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05 Aug 2002, 22:50
Car ramps - where from?

by JohnD » 05 Aug 2002, 23:56

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Don't know whether Halford's still do them - they used to, also some accessory shops do them.

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We all talk about the need to properly support a citroen when working on it, and until now I have made do with axle stands, but some tasks would be much easier with ramps. So, sho/where do you get them from? Machinemart do some but aren't really local (to milton keynes or northampton) and mail order is a bit inconvenient. Any ideas?
TIA,
Chris

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05 Aug 2002, 19:53
I could get wet!!

by Jon » 05 Aug 2002, 20:52

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The passenger side electric window on my ZX was really slow.
I removed the door card etc, then lubicated all moving parts of the mechanism with some spray silicone grease, whilst winding the window up and down.
This improved its speed no end and its been OK since.
Jon Wood
IT Supervisor
GSF t/as Andyspares

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My ZX TD Volcane 3Door, has very slow moving electric windows. They go down quick enough, but the return journey sounds strained and takes ages. Is it just a case of lubrication required or are the mechanisms worn? Anyone who can help.
Gareth

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05 Aug 2002, 19:25
Xantia to replace my ZX

by hardmanm » 08 Aug 2002, 19:52

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Please see my topic, I have a Xantia for sale!

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I have a 1.9D ZX - great car, but getting old. I have about 4K to spend on a replacement and have looked at Xsaras, ZXs and Xantias advertised. My question: is the Xantaia up to it. I need a diesel as I trend to clock up the miles.
What should I look for and what's the best model?
thanks

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Last post by teabag
05 Aug 2002, 18:28
Xantia ABS Fault finding

by david webzell » 06 Aug 2002, 05:48

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Hi when I was fault finding on my ABS system(xantia 1.9 TD SX 1993)
I contacted citroen uk and they sent me a copy of the circuit diagrams
showing sensors and other connections.
My fault ended up being a ECU fault, caused by a diagnostics unit,which damaged the voltage regulator internally.
Hope this is of help.
Dave

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Am about to locate a fault in the ABS of my Car 1993 1.9TD SX. I know the relevant pins in the Multi plug, connecting to the ABS ECU, for the roadwheel sensors. Can any one tell me the function of the rest of the pins ? I am sure they must be earthing, 12 v feed etc.
For what its worth my money is on a faulty sensor or poor earth somewhere

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05 Aug 2002, 17:32
Clicking Relay

by alan s » 05 Aug 2002, 19:05

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My guess is that you have got a moisture problem or a dodgy connection that is activating the solenoid in a relay.
If it is something associated with the lights, it could be that the light flasher on the indicator stalk could have loose internals which as you suspect may be causing intermittent flashing of the lights. You'll probably have this...

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My car, ZX TD Aura 1993.
Standard electrically apart from Nokia handsfree kit.
Theres a clicking noise from the fusebox area (where the relays are!) that sounds like a relay switching on and off rapidly. It can occur at random, sometimes I go over a bump and it starts clicking, sometimes if I turn the lights on, and sometimes after I use the...

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Last post by Jon
05 Aug 2002, 16:46
Xantia: hydractive 1 and 2

by jonkw » 05 Aug 2002, 17:20

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Theres an excellent website that describes all the various versions of Hydractive at its in French but the diagrams etc are very clear and easy to understand.

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Hello,
Does anybody know what the physical (not functional) differences between the standard hydractive and the hydractive II used on the VSX models? Is it purely an electronic change, or are there different mechanical components as well?
Thank you.
Rupert.

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Last post by rsmith
05 Aug 2002, 15:24
Xantia brakes

by davethewheel » 05 Aug 2002, 04:50

having just purchased a 1996 Xantia td on inspecting the rear brakes i found there is no kind of anti rattle springs on the pads ,there is only the pads and the split pin alowing the pads to rattle about(is this normal)also on braking it feels as though the amount that i am pressing the brake pedal varies could this be a acumulature sphere problem...

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Last post by davethewheel
05 Aug 2002, 04:50
Getting the gearbox off to do the clutch on a BX

by Dave Burns » 05 Aug 2002, 05:26

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The bolt's holding the intermediate bearing in place have specially shaped head's, once loose they need to be turned through a minimum angle of 90 degrees, this negates the need to remove them completely though you can of course take them out, at least then you will see how they work.
The drive shaft is an interferance fit inside the bearing which...

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The car is a citroen BX, F-Reg (89?) 19 RD (if im right thats an XUD9a, but i dont know what gearbox).

I've followed the Haynes, and done everything i can, but for the death of me i cant get the right hand drive shaft out. I assume it has to come out of the Diff then slide through the intermediary bearing. Following the Haynes, i have loosened...

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Last post by vanny
05 Aug 2002, 03:48
Payback - my experiences.

by nick » 05 Aug 2002, 05:41

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Just one point, its NOT safe to get under the rear when its only supported by the suspension, particularly to adjust the height corrector (which after all is what controls the height of the rear suspension!)
I know of at least two people being crushed to death doing this, one of them was a 'friend-of-a-friend' of mine who was working under an old...

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I've had a lot of help and tips from members of this forum, so I thought it was time to share a few experiences, putting something back in for others to feed from. I have a Xantia TD, but some of these relate to other models...
1) If the back suspension appears to crash over speed bumps, it could be ( amongst many reasons ), the rear spheres need...

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Last post by mbunting
05 Aug 2002, 01:57
picasso and caravan towing

by JohnD » 04 Aug 2002, 18:00

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I don't tow with a Picasso, but I do with a Xantia. You probably know that the recommended trailer weight is 85% of the tow car's kerb weight, which (on paper) puts the Picasso a bit under weight. However, the 2 litre HDI would probably cope OK with your van. Why not put your question on the forum at www.practicalcaravan.co.uk

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has anyone towed with a 20hdi picasso - i am thinking of changing to one but not sure what they are like for caravanning - the towing braked max weight for the picasso 1300kg and my outfit fully laden is 1300kg - would like some feed back from anyone as i am unsure what they tow like and the dealer was as much use as a chocolate firegaurd

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Last post by chappas
04 Aug 2002, 14:53
vent controls

by BEENHAD » 14 Aug 2002, 18:06

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Have just had mine done under warranty. Apparently plastic gear strips when you move lever when fan is on max blow due to too much air p[ressure!!
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has any one had a problem with Xantia ventilation controls ,i have just purchased a Xantia td and the lever to switch the air to different parts of the car feels stiff and i can not get it to...

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has any one had a problem with Xantia ventilation controls ,i have just purchased a Xantia td and the lever to switch the air to different parts of the car feels stiff and i can not get it to vent on to the screen is this a common problem,has any one fixed it ,all help greatly appreicated cheers dave

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Last post by davethewheel
04 Aug 2002, 04:09
zx t/d engine replacement

by Dave Burns » 04 Aug 2002, 02:53

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Any of the 1.9 td's will fit, but where the intercooler is in front of the rad i.e Xantia, the turbo/manifold will have to be swapped over as the turbo outlet is at a different angle to those with the intercooler above the engine.
Another thing to watch out for is the anti-theft device fitted to the fuel pump, if the ZX has a keypad imobiliser you...

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can anybody give me an idea what will fit other than a zx td lump i.e 405 306 bx td etc

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Last post by ukmobileman
04 Aug 2002, 00:39
Oil ?

by alan s » 04 Aug 2002, 01:55

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Dave,
I have a wide range of cars so use a wide range of oils. I must hasten to ad that at present non are diesels let alone turbo ones.
I use Mobil one in my BX 16 valve with extremely good results, Shell semi-synthetic in my CX and 20W-50 in an 8 valve BX with a bit of an appetite for oil (must get that fixed first chance I get)
I suggest you...

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The time is approaching for an oil change on the ZX td. I have used Magnetec for a long time (seems to have been OK even if it is a bit dearer and even over priced some may say). I read an article recently that states it is better to use fully synthetic oil with a turbo as there is less chance of it clogging things up. I have access to some...

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Last post by Dave1
03 Aug 2002, 22:56
ZX Brake pads + fitting

by Dave Burns » 03 Aug 2002, 19:15

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If you are talking just pad's, then that price is an absolute rip off.
If it includes the disc's it's still high, you will pay just over £100 for disc's and pad's to do it yourself.
You can get better than a Kwick Fit fitter, I know someone that was a fitter for them, the thing's he's told me
Dave

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I have been quoted £270 by Kwick Fit to install front and read brakes for the ZX Volcane 1.9i. Is that pricey or OK?
Solly

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Last post by ale2104p
03 Aug 2002, 18:41
xantia hydralic pump seal's

by Dave Burns » 03 Aug 2002, 17:57

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If you are talking about the six large head torx bolt's arranged radialy around the pump, these blank off the actual pump cylinder's.
They will more than likely be a standard type 'o' ring, unscrew one and find out, watch for any bit's like piston and spring's falling out, also because the pump is lower than the reservoir it may start to syphon...

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could anyone tell me what type of seals are used under the torx bolts on top of the hydralic pump ('o' rings etc), the torx bolt look like they have been installed to blank off un-used outlets. my local main dealer told me that they no longer do the seals for my year, oh by the way it's 94', L reg,
thanks dom

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Last post by shaunthesheep
03 Aug 2002, 11:52
ZX 16v '93 - engine problems

by alan s » 03 Aug 2002, 06:13

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I have just had the injector nozzles out of my BX 16 Valve, cleaned them and fitted a new set of injector seals. There are 9 in total (2 to each nozzle and one on the rail) and it has made an unbelievable difference.
Cheap job, easy to do. Would only take a couple of hours at most.
Alan S

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Hi!
Lately the engine has started to hesitate on accelaration. Not all the time, but very often. It seems like it only happens in a spesific range, between approx 2500rpm->5000rpm. After 5000rpm the normal power kicks inn . Currently using redex to try to clean injectors, thinking this could be the problem. The car was serviced not long ago...

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03 Aug 2002, 06:02
my new cit club

by ukmobileman » 03 Aug 2002, 05:29

please join and advertise your parts

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03 Aug 2002, 05:29
306TD Into ZXTD

by JohnD » 03 Aug 2002, 16:17

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Since the two engines are PSA XUD's, they should be the same. While its out, it would be a very easy job to put on a new cambelt and maybe replace the tensioner pulley.

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Dear All,
I've managed to track down a 61,000 1.9TD engine out of a 306 (I think there made by Peugeot or someone!) to replace my punctured lump. What parts (if any) will I have to swap over from my existing engine to it? Also, anything worth renewing whilst it's out of the car? I know how tight the engine bay can become when trying to change...

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Last post by buddster
03 Aug 2002, 03:22
owners manual

by JohnD » 03 Aug 2002, 16:24

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Get a Haynes manual from Halfords. Maybe, better still get the Peter Russek Pocket Mechanic manual. They have a website but their phone number is 01494 440829.

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hi guys very new to this forum but what a wealth of good information, I wondered if anybody had a owners manual from a 1993 xantia vsx turbo diesel that I can purchase, or know where I might get hold of one
cheers
dave

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Last post by davidm2
03 Aug 2002, 02:57
bx17 t/d into zx td?

by ukmobileman » 03 Aug 2002, 02:27

mate just bought a zx td 1900 (L reg) anybody know if a bx17 td 1700 will fit if we swap the zx bits over to it?

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Last post by ukmobileman
03 Aug 2002, 02:27
Temperature gauge xantia

by reffro » 02 Aug 2002, 18:35

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Stuck thermostat or other blockage in the cooling system, but definitely look at the thermostat first, it might not be opening fully. After that check the water pump flow rate, and that you have a good mixture of coolant and water. It would do no harm to flush out the whole system to clear it of any gunk that may have built up in the engine or...

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HI can anyone help? Temperature gauge reads just under 60 as soon as the ignition is switched on, reaching around 100 plus after around ten minutes driving. Any suggestions?
Thanks
Pete

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Last post by p.rourke
02 Aug 2002, 17:50
xantia radio code

by shaunthesheep » 01 Aug 2002, 22:54

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lee, first you would use the numbers 1 - 4 to enter the code, keep on pressing the numbers until you get the correct number, eg if you want No 3, as you first No press 1 4 times etc, then you press 6 to accept the code, this should be of help to you
dom

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hi , might any one know how to enter a radio code for my xantia sxi
i took out the battery and lost the code , i now have the code but i am not sure on how to enter it , i hit the radio presets to enter the code but the number 3 and 4 presets don't show up properly , the lcd is playing up for some reason , but what i need to know is after putting...

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01 Aug 2002, 22:43

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