Citroen Xantia 1996
Is it possible to de-activate or by-pass the code panel ?
The number 1 on my panel takes five or six attempts to register, probably due to the cold weather
security code panel
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security code panel
mikep
Citroen Xantia auto sx 1996
Citroen Xantia auto sx 1996
Re: security code panel
I did consider that, I'll have check the manual to see how to do it.
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Re: security code panel
If the same code has been in use for years, I'd change the code to something that doesn't:
a) use any of the old numbers
b) use the same number twice
I'd also make a note somewhere of the 'iffy' numbers in the old code. Eventually, you might find you're down to only 3 working numbers!
BTW this cold snap, my panel has become generally reluctant when the car is cold - I think the rubber is getting brittle with age.
a) use any of the old numbers
b) use the same number twice
I'd also make a note somewhere of the 'iffy' numbers in the old code. Eventually, you might find you're down to only 3 working numbers!
BTW this cold snap, my panel has become generally reluctant when the car is cold - I think the rubber is getting brittle with age.
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Re: security code panel
Thanks, I will take your advice, particularly about using the same number twice, I use two at the moment.
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Re: security code panel
Normally, the keypad can be disconnected with the engine running and then it's never needed again.
However, this does not apply to every engine/ECU combination. On some this method won't work and one known one is the 2.0TCT. I don't know about yours so there's only one way to see...
However, I'd not do away with the keypad, just change the code as already advised. I rather like the keypad where fitted.
If you've not got the instructions on how to them I'm sure one of us can advise how to do it. I can't recall exactly from the top of my head but I think it's enter the old code until the green light comes on, press the C button until it bleeps, enter the new code, ensuring you get a bleep each time and then pressing the C button again until it bleeps.
Don't take my word for it though as I may have got that wrong. Can anyone please confirm that's right or wrong? Thanks...
However, this does not apply to every engine/ECU combination. On some this method won't work and one known one is the 2.0TCT. I don't know about yours so there's only one way to see...
However, I'd not do away with the keypad, just change the code as already advised. I rather like the keypad where fitted.
If you've not got the instructions on how to them I'm sure one of us can advise how to do it. I can't recall exactly from the top of my head but I think it's enter the old code until the green light comes on, press the C button until it bleeps, enter the new code, ensuring you get a bleep each time and then pressing the C button again until it bleeps.
Don't take my word for it though as I may have got that wrong. Can anyone please confirm that's right or wrong? Thanks...
Jim
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