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Its an automatic bleed valve.
Dave

Three weeks later and I still got the problem but here's what have found out should anyone else be having same difficulties.
Havin found a wiper motor from local breakers, I have been advised it's probably the relay thats gone - seeing as the wipers still work full speed. OK so I bought a Haynes Maual to identify the correct relay but no help....

Sounds like a dodgy driveshaft CV joint to me.

I had a similar problem on a mates Ford XR2, it just would not idle at all, we checked a few things including the timing which was correct, I traced the problem to a breather pipe attached to the inlet manifold - it had a hole in it causing the engine to suck in air on idle. The pipe was fixed and it ran and idled like a dream.

Earthing points, perhaps ?
Any idea why my brake pedal pulses when the windscreen wipers trigger on intermittent ? I think something to do with the ABS electricals ( faulty ).
Wierd things aren't they !

I've got a 306DT 98 and have always found the steering quite heavy. Good, new tyres helps. What made a big difference though was when it was last MOT'd and they had to replace the steering/suspension 'bushes'. Sorry I'm not precise ('bushes' was a definite word they used though). This made it drive like new. Still on the heavy side but much more...

These are mostly spline to spline, identicle both ends with a pinch bolt, should be no problem getting one from a dealer.
Doubt they will be a servicable item, they are usually pressed together or peened over.
Dave

I fixed the same problem on my car yesterday! I removed the door button, got some pliers on the rod inside and pulled it up. The button was just sliding on the rod and not pulling it. Having got the door open, I removed the trim and outside door handle, squirted some WD40 on the hinge where the rod meets the door lock. I think you can remove the...

definitely mi16, facelift shape

Yes they just unscrew, 27mm injector socket required, loosen the pipes at the injection pump so they will swing clear, don't let any dirt get in at all.
If you are having problems with it and suspect the injectors, take them to a reputable diesel specialist, don't attempt any cleaning yourself, you might damage them, they need testing for opening...

Haynes 405 petrol refers to locations as follows: -
Most are located under the facia, behind the main fusebox, and mounted on various brackets around the steering column.
What is your problem? No courtesy lights at all? Do they work on ANY door?
If they work on one door then you may have a mucky door switch, so take off and clean terminals and...

I replaced the anti freeze on my 405 gld and couldn't find them for looking.
I managed to put in about only 4 pints of 7 (approx!) required without a struggle, so in my diary i've noted to remove thermostat next time. Fill as much as possible without spillage then replace.
You can check the stat while it's out!
Bleeding it is a nightmare , but...

quote: Originally posted by caveman_si

its a 405 estate m reg (95)
and im slowly getting it sorted but i need a few bits of advice from enlightened people!!!!
the reversing lights are tempremental. to be exact the've only worked a few times since ive had the car but at random times. any common problems to look out for b4 i start taking the...

the saxo VTS uses the same engine & gearbox.

get an engine from a breakers yard, if you can find 1 with a gti. new/recon'd 1's aren't cheap!

look at the display with a torch when you turn it on, you might find the display backlight isn't working.
Do you have to enter the code every time, if so there's something wrong.

I have an 89 405, and it is equipped with an anti theft radio. However, when i turn it on, there is no display there... it usually says CODE but it says nothing now. Also... the heater control knobs do not light up when the rest of the car's controls do.
Could this just be a blown fuse???
-or a much deeper problem?
Thank you, Michael.

Try replacing the filter but these lights just do whatever they want, it doesn't necessarily mean there IS water in the filter.

Know what you mean about marriage.
Your car must be leaking. Are the carpets damp under the mats?

Just to add, several times the turbo has been allowed to boost to the atmospehere... I assumed this would mean the turbo having no pressure at pressure side would not actuate the wastegate, so the turbo would over-spin.
To be really honest, the first time it happened was where the pipe comes up to meet the intercooler, where the jubilee clip was...

Fear not, belts don't get any better than Dayco, and yes they have a groove along the teeth and no it doesn't wear away, slap it on and forget about it for 50k miles.
Dave

Hi,
You do not need any special tools, I seem to remember that I used some tent pegs(aluminium rods about 1/8 dia - yes imperial!!) as my 'special' tools. I read the Haynes manual & removed the unit to repair the tracks behind it. Cant give exact details now as I hit a stag & the car is no longer!
Hope this helps
Cheers,
Barry.

Dear All,
Will 195/50 R15 206 alloys fit ok on a 106 Quicksilver (currently with 165/65 R14 wheels). I'm not sure whether the offsets will be the same?
Cheers.

I have a problem with the intermittent wipe on my son's 306 DTurbo. After reading several topics, I bought a new relay, which is purple part no.6555.68.
Where is the relay? It's not in the main fuse box, but there is a relay unit above the main fusebox which is rivetted to a tube that runs across the dashboard but there appears to be no way of...

Fire the keyfob at a camcorder, you should be able to see the IR.
If it doesn't, try a TV remote to prove the point.
If it's working, I'd be looking at the reciever board to try to spot a signal recieved.
cheers
Russell

Hi all,
I have an oldish 405 estate, worth maybe £800 in good order, and the matrix is leaking. I would prefer to fix the car and keep it a few more years, rather than sell, as it is otherwise pretty good.
I have more time than money, and I'm just considering a radical solution, and would be interested to know if anyone has any helpful...

No 306 ever had a pollen filter, not even the ones with air-con. If you look at the service schedule, it covers lots of models, not just the 306. I know the later 405's had pollen filters, perhaps it refers to this.

Hi Kevin,
1) Check the battery is at 12.5 - 12.8V or more, and that when the car is running the battery voltage is normally up around 14V. If it's not the battery or charging system, then:
Before you next have a clicking solonoid episode, try this.
Get a wire that can pass a reasonable current, a core from some 13Amp mains cable would do. It needs...

Cheack alterator connections and all earth straps. Measure the alternator output diectly at the alterator terminal to the alternaot body should be 4.25 to 4. 75 max. If not then the alternator brushes are awat.1000k miles plus or the diode pack has failed. Come Back Peter

I have done this on a BX TD - which is the more or less the same!
Head gasket changes were discussed on the Citroen forum a short while ago, and the consensus was that if it had to be done again it would be easier to take the engine out first! Getting the turbo pipes on and off is nigh on impossible, and getting the turbo out and back in past the...

hi brian
i'd be happy to pay £300 for your car--sounds like cheap transport to me, you can email me on nic-mags@stayfree.co.uk
thank you
nick

Go get your wheels balanced. £6 a wheel. probably only need one or the fronts doing. Tyre places will do it. 10 minute job.

I had a problem with my alarm a while back and had to disconnect it. Then i had problems with my central locking, door would simply pop open at any time, whilst i wasnt in the car. So i assumed a removed fuse would sort this temporarily. Which it did, but also sorted my dipped lights, hazard lights, horn, dashboard illuminations, courtesy lights...

It's pretty straightforward. If you've got Haynes then it's in there with a couple of pictures. If not, get yourself a screwdriver and gently prise off the lower half of the fascia that surrounds the clock and fog lights, heated window and hazard switches (it's only clipped in, so don't be too afraid as it may make pop noises). You'll then see two...

Clogged injectors? The glowplugs sit in the pre-combustion chamber below the injectors so will give an indication of their condition.
I'd give it a strong dose of injector cleaner - they say Forte is the best, if you can find it - and hope that cures it.

There are many different specifications and limited editions of the 306 turbo, Mine is the XLdt, PAS, Electric sunroof, no power windows and remote centeral locking with immobilser, tinted glass and 4 speaker cassette with auto reverse. This was in 1994. In other words pretty basic spec.
XRdt (I think) offers the same as the above but with electic...

My other half has just got a P reg (96) 406 2.0 GLX yesterday and the first time he went out he forgot to key the security code. Even now that he has keyed the code (and it is the right one) both the red and green lights stay on. He held down the C buttom for 10 seconds to see if this would clear it but it didn't. We left the car overnight and...

Hi
It is a rotodiesel pump so if anyone can help I am desperate
thanks

Yes.
If you were on your way to have it fixed you would probably not get a ticket. So just ring every Tire n exhaust place along your route and tell them you are coming. Then if you get stopped you can say you were going to whatever place is the next one along.

What model?
Dave

so when you try and turn the nut the whole thing spins so you cant undo it? If you kinda force back the rubber cover on the other side you can get some thin pliers/mole grips in and if you hold them damm tight you should be able to undo the nut. May be an idea to keep spraying them with wd40 for a few days before attempting to undo them to loosen...

If this is the standard Ignition unit with all four HT leads in one block then the manual for the Pug 106 says o.8 ohms across pin 1&2 and 3&4 and 14.6 K for a Bosch unit and 8.6 K for a Valeo unit. Are you sure you have the right unit. Goto eruocarparts.co.uk and look up the model and part number to see if it is the same as the R plate 106 TU1...

Quick fit Pug connectors To remove the connectors used on vacuum and fuel pipes on Pug 106 Look 2’s, you need to spray them with WD40 then squeeze the single black button which is part of the more rounded end of the connector and where used it is the side away from the 90 degree elbow. Later models and 206 series on use two coloured buttons are...

you dont need to remove the heatsheild,just bend down the heatsheild at the back righthand cornerjust before the exhaust bends at an angle,if you use a ratchet with extension,universal joint & a deep 13mm socket you can get into it,a torch also helps.remember to bend it back up when finished.

im not sure of the location on a 306 but depending on how late the model is the cooling fans may be controlled by the injection ECU,do you have three temp sensors (blue,brown & green) ? if it has 3 it will be bitron controlled.

I believe there are steering control adaptors available for certain models of Sony, Pioneer, Kenwood and JVC. Check out www.caraudiodirect.co.uk they cost about £30 a pop here but may be sourced cheaper elsewhere. Not very good with wires so cant help with ur other prob.
Greg

I have an 89 405, and it is equipped with an anti theft radio. However, when i turn it on, there is no display there... it usually says CODE but it says nothing now. Also... the heater control knobs do not light up when the rest of the car's controls do.
Could this just be a blown fuse???
-or a much deeper problem?
Thank you, Michael.

Hi Folks,
My 306 Meridian overheated yesterday in traffic and the red STOP light came on. Damn!
The temperature gauge was showing much higher than usual (95+).
First thing, I checked the oil which looks nice and clear and at the right level, so hopefully the engine has not completely blown up just yet.
Driving at speed it seems quite normal, so I...

I've just bought one off ebay for a couple of quid, doesn't need any software to run, put it into my PC (with XP) and it autoruns, bit like a web page, very useful.
Andy

quote: Originally posted by Peter D

I have checked the detector coil in the ignition key and all seems fine.

by this do you mean the recever around the ignition barrel ? how exactly did you check this ? if it is an intermittant problem with this recever then the only way to rule it out is to replace it.
have you tried using a spare key incase...