Xantia Heater Matrix
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Xantia Heater Matrix
Has anybody here done a heater matrix on a Xantia?
1983 2CV6 Charleston 110k (Re-build in op!)
1993 BX TZD Turbo
1991 BX GTi 4x4
1989 BX GTi 4x4
1991 BX GTi Auto
1998 Xantia V6 Exclusive
1993 BX TZD Turbo
1991 BX GTi 4x4
1989 BX GTi 4x4
1991 BX GTi Auto
1998 Xantia V6 Exclusive
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No, but I'm gonna have to pretty soon
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Good luck to all of you, I hope you are very patient. Whilst it's not a job requiring technical knowledge, it is very lengthly (allow a couple of days) and can be quite daunting with all of the things you need to remove to gain access.
One big tip I'll offer you is to try to break the seal on the connection between the matrix/hoses whilst the engine is hot. I tried doing it after dismantling the dash (engine cold) and broke the supply pipe which IIRC costs @ £100 and is never in stock
One big tip I'll offer you is to try to break the seal on the connection between the matrix/hoses whilst the engine is hot. I tried doing it after dismantling the dash (engine cold) and broke the supply pipe which IIRC costs @ £100 and is never in stock
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I haven't even begun to look at what's involved yet, are these connection in the engine bay side?
I know it's a huge job, I think it could be even worse on mine as there's not much room behind the engine so I'll probably have to remove the inlet manifold. I suppose at least I could change the spark plugs at the same time!
I know it's a huge job, I think it could be even worse on mine as there's not much room behind the engine so I'll probably have to remove the inlet manifold. I suppose at least I could change the spark plugs at the same time!
It infuriates me to be wrong when I know I'm right
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Yes the connection is on the bulkhead. I did the job on a 2.0 turbo where access was somewhat restricted by the inlet manifold, making it very difficult to apply firm pressure at the correct angle.Stempy wrote:are these connection in the engine bay side?
I can't imagine what it will be like on a V6
IIRC there is also a nut hidden behind the LHM tank which holds the dash in place. (not mentioned in the BOL )
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The airbags always worry me.
I think its a do-able job once i get a BX diesel to run round in whilst mine is off the road.
Probably a good thing if 2 people on here are doing it at the same time!
I think its a do-able job once i get a BX diesel to run round in whilst mine is off the road.
Probably a good thing if 2 people on here are doing it at the same time!
1983 2CV6 Charleston 110k (Re-build in op!)
1993 BX TZD Turbo
1991 BX GTi 4x4
1989 BX GTi 4x4
1991 BX GTi Auto
1998 Xantia V6 Exclusive
1993 BX TZD Turbo
1991 BX GTi 4x4
1989 BX GTi 4x4
1991 BX GTi Auto
1998 Xantia V6 Exclusive
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You go first and tell me what goes wrong Am I gonna have to take the seats out? I got air bags there too.
It infuriates me to be wrong when I know I'm right
Lexia ponce
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Lexia ponce
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Yes, I have done it on my TD Xantia. The Haynes manual is quiet a good guide for a change.
It took me from 11am to 6pm one Saturday.
Tip, make sure you have some box spanners available, you need them to get to the bulk head bolts on the inside of the engine bay.
If you have airbags, disconnect the battery and leave the car for about 30mins. Also, make sure you have the radio code too.
Take your time and dont rush, just follow the instructions and you will do the job with no problem.
When reconnecting the matrix hoses, make sure you use some vaseline to lubricate the O rings that make the seal and have a swear box to hand.
Once done, and having checked for leaks, pat yourself on the back for saving yourself at least £200 that Citroen would have charged.
Paul
It took me from 11am to 6pm one Saturday.
Tip, make sure you have some box spanners available, you need them to get to the bulk head bolts on the inside of the engine bay.
If you have airbags, disconnect the battery and leave the car for about 30mins. Also, make sure you have the radio code too.
Take your time and dont rush, just follow the instructions and you will do the job with no problem.
When reconnecting the matrix hoses, make sure you use some vaseline to lubricate the O rings that make the seal and have a swear box to hand.
Once done, and having checked for leaks, pat yourself on the back for saving yourself at least £200 that Citroen would have charged.
Paul
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Take a look at the following link I posted just after doing the job. (my memory is going -I'm getting old it appears)
http://www.frenchcarforum.co.uk/forum/v ... tia+heater
http://www.frenchcarforum.co.uk/forum/v ... tia+heater
Berlingo Multispace 05 1.6 HDI
Picasso 02 HDI SX
Xantia 97 TD VSX
Xantia 96 Activa
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Xantia 97 TD VSX
Xantia 96 Activa
I had my airbag out yesterday. It's held on by two T25 screws accessed from the back of the wheel. It unplugs from the middle and can then be put aside. There's no real reason for it to go off when unplugging it but it's wise to be outside the car when you do, just in case. One thing- make sure you aren't charged with static electricity, an electrostatic discharge just might fire it.
Similar advice applies for other airbags, disconnect battery, don't have your eardrums inside the car and discharge yourself before touching any airbag plugs. I think accidental detonations (if they exist at all) are mostly caused by ESD.
Have a digital camera, notepad and roll of masking tape to hand when you tackle the job. The masking tape is for labelling any wires or pipes so you know where they came from.
Similar advice applies for other airbags, disconnect battery, don't have your eardrums inside the car and discharge yourself before touching any airbag plugs. I think accidental detonations (if they exist at all) are mostly caused by ESD.
Have a digital camera, notepad and roll of masking tape to hand when you tackle the job. The masking tape is for labelling any wires or pipes so you know where they came from.
Richard
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No French cars of my own at present.
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Not missing the AX - Contact:
OMG just read your account. I wonder if it's any easier on a Mark2 dash, guess I'll be flying blind as the BOL only covers Mark1.
It infuriates me to be wrong when I know I'm right
Lexia ponce
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There is now an up-dated version of the BOL (up to Y reg) although I don't know how much it covers on the MK 2.Stempy wrote:OMG just read your account. I wonder if it's any easier on a Mark2 dash, guess I'll be flying blind as the BOL only covers Mark1.
Berlingo Multispace 05 1.6 HDI
Picasso 02 HDI SX
Xantia 97 TD VSX
Xantia 96 Activa
Picasso 02 HDI SX
Xantia 97 TD VSX
Xantia 96 Activa