French Car Forum

Hi All,

Anyone tried to change the alternator or starter on the 1.6 petrol Xsara Picasso?
As John McEnroe said You can't be serious!!! ...

Haha, which designer thought this one up! I can see them thinking like this:
- Let's see, now easiest to get at should be for the owner (oil, water, screenwash) ... Tick, done.

- Next easiest should be the...

Hi everyone, just joined and hope someone can help me keep sane
My wife has a 2011 c4 HDI sensotronic .driving home a month ago vehicle display said gearbox fault,abs esp fault engine fault so I'm a mechanic by trade and have 2 diagnostic tools . launch euro tab and a snap on modis both came up with communication to all modules except ABS= no...

Hi all,
does anybody know if I can declare new values for battery with diagbox? I have only 3 values: 60,70 and 75Ah and I'm restricted to choose a new battery.
I know that I have to declare the Ah value accordingly to the value of the new battery but I didn't find where.

The car is c5 exclusive 2012 2.0hdi 163hp

Hello! I've had my Citroen C5 x7 1.6 e-HDi for quite a while now (7 years).
Yesterday my engine warning came on, and my robotised gearbox no longer works in auto-mode, meaning I have to shift manually. Not only that, but my engine revs are limited to 3000rpm.
I went to my local service and they have diagnosed the car saying my additive filter pump...

Hi everyone,

Just purchased a second-hand C4 GP 2014 plate 1.6 Exclusive+ model and I love it, however I've noticed a couple of minor niggles.

The following do not maky any noise:

Indicators
Seatbelt Warning
Open Door Warning

Is this likely a busted comms unit, or could it be as simple as a fuse?

Thanks in advance!

Stu

Hi All,

I have a issue with my 2008 C4GP 2.0HDI Exclusive Auto. Left the car sitting without battery for almost one year and now I am looking to get it back on the road again.

Put a fresh battery into the car to try get it started.

After connecting the battery and selecting N position for selector and pressing brake. When ignition turned to...

Hello all. Apologies that this is an incredibly vague request for help but bear with me!

As some of you know I look after my sister’s 2001 C5 2.2. She tells me that as she is pulling in to a parking space the engine sometimes slowly dies. I can’t get her to narrow it down more than that.

I drove it a month or two ago and it drove beautifully....

Hi all

I had an issue with handbrake faulty with ESP/ASR codes and service lights, which after a couple days turned into all those codes with anti pollution error, turned out the EGR was playing up and was replaced.

Since then 4 weeks later i've had Handbrake faulty flash up not long after starting the engine, but it was on then off just had...

I've just bought a C3 Picasso and would like a center arm rest. Looking online they range from £200 for a genuine part to £14.95 eBay special.

Normally if it's critical engine/suspension etc parts I tend go genuine but £200 is a little OTT and I don't do eBay specials.

So my question is. Can anyone direct me to an online store that have quality...

Hello all,

I've recently purchased a Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 Hdi on a 54 plate , which came with one key, however the PCB inside the key has clearly been damaged as it looked like what l recognise as water damage, not only that but one of the button switches is gone...hence looking for a new PCB and outer shell casing. (its the two button type...

Hi Folks,

Has anyone ever changed the electronic module/sensor fitted to the Lucas Epic pump and if so is there any setting up or programming of the new module after it being fitted. Hopefully it is a straight swap. Also if you have replaced the module what were the symptoms or reason you had to change it. My symptoms include an intermittent...

Any ideas what causes this problem? When starting up the servo is hardly working at all at least turning right. Fluid level is ok. After short drive it improves successively but keeps being notchy turning right from center. If going slow and keep turning quickly between full left and right it disappears. Then back again next startup. Any ideas?...

Afternoon all

I recently changed the rear pads and discs on my X7 C5 Exclusive Tourer due to the fact that they showed signs of dragging whilst the car was with the previous owner, i.e the pads were a lot more worn than the drivers side and the disc had signs of heat transfer.

Everything went ok, nothing seized and the pistons wound back fine,...

Hi lads I'm new here I have a 2009 citroen c5 2l hdi 140 bhp. My problem is the car when idling some times nearly cuts out and miss fires .it also hesitates on acceleration and i can hear a rough sound coming from either the pump or in injectors after the hesitation . Iv no fault light on. Its also hard on diesel it starts no problem even from...

So have been away from Peugeot and Citroen for a while but now looking at a 2017 C3 Picasso.

I found a very nice example but one thing has me scratching my head.

As you look at the rear of the instrument cluster through the windscreen the Speedo (rear of) was glowing pinky red with the ignition on. Is it missing a cover? or is this normal.

I...

I’ve had engine fault light come on - I’ve had it on computer and had the fault codes. Garage couldn’t fit me in though so trying to find out what’s wrong / gauge if the cost is worth fixing? As it’s an old car

051701 brake switch signal - communications fault
& 152180 clutch switch signal coherence with speed

Any ideas If this will cost the...

I recently purchased this 1997 Xsara TD in a poor state requiring a few jobs hoping to get it right and use as my daily runner. Ive had many xud driven motors over the years, I like them. I have owned my Peugeot 205 STDT 1.8TD for over seven years and continue to love it. Its easy to work on and can gain access to most things.

I thought the Xsara...

Hi,

managed to repair my stripped out drivers side temperature flap (euro car with steering on the left side so no access behind glovebox) that got stuck on hot without buying the long shaft motor version or replacing the entire flap and without removing the dashboard. Posting this in case someone else with a left side steering c5 has the same...

Hi,
i am about to get my engine swapped in my van, I have been told there is two different types of engines for theses vans? was wondering if anyone could tell me exactly what engine type/code it is that I need.

Hi all

First Post here.

I am having an issue with my c2 vts.

I have replaced the abs pump with the matching number pump. Even changed the old ecu over to the new pump but still the car is showing the error code.

Im looking for someone close to stoke on trent if possible that had a lexia to be able to recode the pump to my vehicle?

All the...

Hi everyone,

I'm new to the Forum as I have a problem with a Citroen Nemo.

The engine will turn over but won't start and the dash warns of 'no fps'.

I've done a bit of research on here and I know it needs proper diagnostics using a Lexia 3, however as I'm new I can't PM anyone who is listed as having one, to see if they could help. I live in...

Hi, I have a Nemo with an oil leak from what looks like the oil cooler or filter housing. I can’t find any step by step guide to removing and replacing the gaskets, so does anyone have any advice on where to start?

I have a mechanic friend who I can call on if I get stuck but I’d like to give it a go and learn.

Any advice welcome.

Hi!
I'm currently having a problem with my Citroën C2 1.4 VTR 2005 Mk1.
The problem that I'm facing is that the cooling fan is always on. As soon as I turn the ignition on the cooling fan starts blowing at max speed. Lexia shows me a P0485 cooling fan power/ground circuit malfunction code.
I also checked from Lexia that the cars computer is...

Could someone supply me the OEM numbers for the clutch kit for my Dispatch please along with driveshaft and gearbox oil seals?
Apparently there is also a sleeve that that release bearing slides on and this wears?

If anyone has a 'how to' that would be great also, the BOL's is awful on this.

Cheers

June 2007
Picasso Xsara
1.6 HDI VTX
92 bhp
9HXC
DV6TED4

Breaking car. Posted on a facebook group.

Chaps contacted me there - wanting to buy the cat (only).

What would be a fair price (£100????).

Please explain if I could remove it fairly easily or if it is a major job.

I was guessing i should take the whole exhaust upto the last set of bolts...

Hello all,

I have a Citroen C5 II petrol 2 litre 140 CH from 2004 and it has developed a leak in the hydraulic return hose which I need to replace and my garage in France tells me that they cannot get the part. Any ideas where I might be able to get a replacement?

Just wanted to post this , for any1 who is having the same problem i had or so....
i had this problem for year, that i almost wont get any air out of my ac while it working(only when it was on 4/5 speed it whould be felt). also not cold enough air (around 13c at the outlet).
i have tried to get to the evapertor in the past and wasnt successful , i...

Hi, I have a nemo van 13 plate has anyone ever changed a clutch master cylinder? all loose can't get it out , help needed Tia

Hi new to the forum I have a 2009 C4 grand picasso 1.6 hdi which after which I was told had turbo failure but reserected by an ex truck mechanic am enjoying driving.
However both front sidelights have stopped working,have tried new bulbs but still not working.
Does anyone know if they have a fuse as I have searched but not been able to find any...

Hi all
As some of you are aware some members who own C5s diesel (2008 onwards) are experiencing issues with either setting off smoothly or accelerating away and having a slight hesitation before the power comes in mostly between 1500 to 2000 revs
So does anyone know if the software on the ecu's are up to date or is there any software updates...

good morning my citroen c5 1.6 of 2008 the 3 airbags (dashboard steering wheel and knee) burst, CEI to disassemble to make the replacement ... but now i have a dilemma, i can't find all the screws to remove the dashboard and replace .. does anyone have any maps to provide? thank you good sunday

Evening everyone.

I'm new to this forum so apologies in advance if I mess up on forum etiquette.

I'm looking to replace the temp sensor in a 2010 DS3, 1.6 VTi. I've seen a few vids and it looked quite straight forward. However when I've looked under the bonnet, the temperature sensor isn't visible and looks to be encased in a housing....

I know this has been covered many times, so apologies if I'm repeating what has been asked in other posts.

Having disconnected the battery to replace the cambelt, water pump, tensioner etc on my '98 2.1 TD (Mk. 2), I have now stupidly locked out the stereo (Model 4035) by putting in the wrong code several times (even though I have the code) and...

Works on full beam but not dipped. New bulb, voltage at plug but when you turn the stalk to on SERVICE comes up on the dash and bing Check Dipped lights. Have tried two new bulbs.
To get rid of the error I flick the main beam on and it goes away but as soon as you turn the lights on SERVICE and bing comes back. Have reset the BSI still not...

Hi all.

My C5 has been off the road for just over a year due to illness and injury. I have finally started the recommissioning process but the suspension has me proper stumped.
The pump is working fine, but the car just won't settle at the correct ride height. It drops to the floor no problem and goes to the highest setting no problem, but when...

Hi,

I have been reading a lot of threads having the same problem. Blower not working. But I cant seem to find out if there can be a relay thats defect or not in my model. It seems to me my blower works (tested on battery) and resistor pack seem to work as well. I tried measuring voltage and it seems to be the blower does not get any power. What...

Any ideas what causes this problem? When starting up the servo is hardly working at all at least turning right. Fluid level is ok. After short drive it improves successively but keeps being notchy turning right from center. If going slow and keep turning quickly between full left and right it disappears. Then back again next startup. Any ideas?...

Arrgh! its happened. Front nearside suspension strut is leaking. Noticed it today while changing gearbox oil. I had a look on the forum for tips on changing and found a couple of video tutorials that say I need to remove the wheel hub. then I found this

this video does not.

My question is how difficult is it to depressurise/represurise...

Hello FCF people.

I got here 2006 C8 diesel (2L, 5sp manual), that's started disappearing coolant and beeping at me.
Several refills later (about 2 weeks apart) i need to sort this out.
Everyone and their grandma screams head gasket , but i found that some header tank connecting parts are cracking on these cars and leaking slowly.
There is no...

Hoping someone has had this before :) This is coming up on the dashboard and car is in limp home mode. I have managed to clear it a number of times by no intervention. It has now come back and clears occasionally but is constantly coming back on. All garages are closed here because of covid and to be honest I would prefer to know exactly what is...

Hey Forum.
Recently purchased a C5 X7 1.6 hdi model with the 109 hp and a regular suspension.
The car had driven 380.000 km and is from 2008, so as expected - there's gotta be some things to address.

Coming from a pug 206 1.4hdi as a daily and an mr2 with coilovers as a not so daily ... this c5 felt like i am floating on a cloud .. i kid you...

I realise that this isn't new. Last week the gears would not engage and gearbox fault appears. I have checked the fluid level which was below min. level and topped it up. Worked well again but fluid level dropping fairly quickly. The fluid seems to be coming out of the small holes in the side of the bell housing (I think that is the term) and not...

I'm in the process of converting Mk2 Dispatch into a camper I would like the windows to operate independently of the eco mode, does anyone know if this would be possible

Hi all, hoping someone can advise.

2.0 HDi with fresh correct oil (was doing it before oil change).
I have this rattle that improves 70% when engine is at its hottest (but not much before then).

Is this injector issues, or something else? No actual engine issues other than the sound.

Thank you.

Hi All,

I have a 2002 Citroen C5, which is my favourite car of all time.

I've seen people talking about the BHI ( Built-in Hydroelectronic Interface ) which is just a wonderful bit
of technology.

I'd like to do some investigation, treating the BHI as a black box, I want to put an oscilloscope on the control
inputs to this device to see what...

Hi,

I have taken my vehicle to 3 different garages and all 3 originally quote me around £120 per window to repair the regulators, then they take the door panel off (and even when I tell them) the price jumps to over £300 per window as its a special regulator, the after market regulators are for Windows with a hole in according to the garage,...

Hi, Everyone,
Citroen c5 x7 2011 09 2.2 150kW
Is jerking on 2nd and 3rd gear 1500-2000rpm. I visited 5 gearbox specialists who say gearbox is all ok. *Note: first minute after night (cold engine) there are no jerking / judder at all. I read a lot in the forums the same issue many audi/citroen/vw owners but no solution was given. Any ideas? :)

c3 picasso 2012 diesel
we have the car in the family since its brand new , never did a timinig to it , its currently at 225k km.
from what i understood from manual its need to be done at 240k km.
is that correct?
hard to do in this car>?

Hi any advice please. Have a citroen C2 1.4 VTR 2006 MK2. The odometer an trip display sometimes, stops counting . But when you switch of the car and restart, it start working again, sometimes it happens after about 70km and then after 280km of highway driving. Any thoughts please. Everty fuse and earthpoint has been checked and there is no error...

Hallo,
I have a problem with my Berlingo II VIN: VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] 7B9HF0 DJ570984. The fan runs for about 15 minutes after the engine is turned off. Error P0494 and P0495 can be read in the diagnostic tool. The resistor has been replaced with a new one, the relay is also functional. The high speed and low fan speed test is working. I suppose there is something...