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Hello all , ive got a C5 2009 2.2 HDI PSA engine 170bhp, please can you tell me what Lexia Works with this model as I have herd they struggle with the later c5 and the PSA engine, my issue is I have the ..Fuel Tank Access Not Properly Locked, its not on all the time and is intermittent , I understand about the magnets and have checked the cap and both are there, I have tried turning the cap 180dg and no change , I can turn the warning on the dash off via a button on the steering wheel, there is no fuel cap sensor on this model like the earlier ones, I understand the magnets work to count the Eolys, but evidently I don't know why this error has come up .. any help please
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Hi and welcome.

What you need to ensure is that you have a full chip revision 'C' kit. I can recommend a UK-based supplier that provides support - plus there is a discount for members:
viewtopic.php?f=15&t=57989

The magnets don't do the counting - they just detect when the filler cap is opened. The actual procedure for the calculation of the additive system varies according to engine ECU fitted, but usually calculate the amount of fuel added from stop and when the fuel cap is opened to the quantity of fuel in the tank afterwards.

There isn't any warning that you can turn off on the steering wheel - it is just dismissing the message when you press the button in case you need to access another function.

Hang on until you get your Lexia and then run a global test, check the fault codes, make a note of them, clear and re-run to see what is left and if there are any permanent ones recurring. Be aware that you may also have a few 'ghost' faults relating to the suspension ECU and the ESP system - triggered by actually running a diagnostic - these can be ignored as long as there is no associated warning messages.
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I'm really thankful for yr help is this the one with c revision

http://www.easydiagnostics.co.uk/shop/4 ... e/11261123

I went to Citroen and they were absolutely useless, the guys had no idea about the magnets in the cap and looked at me gone out, they said it was just the flap switch which we all know has nothing to do with it and has no electrical connections, I honestly don't understand why main dealers know absolutely nothing and just want you to pay top dollar at £60 an hour,, lets be honest most peeps are just earning very basic pay so thank god for these forums..
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Yes that is the one you need.

If you pop up or Send a Private Message with your VIN I’ll take a look at the system you have on your X7.
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You should have the Bosch EDC16 CP 38 Injection system in your X7.

These are the magnets on the cap and the electrical connection to detect when the cap is opened.
Bosch EDC16 CP 39 Fuel Cap.PNG
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many thanks marc
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