got a ph1 306 got some thoughts..

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Re: got a ph1 306 got some thoughts..

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brilliant i will do that too!:)
thanks james :)
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Re: got a ph1 306 got some thoughts..

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Taffy, please check first! I am going by memory, and I would hate to cause you further problems by an inaccurate recollection.
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Re: got a ph1 306 got some thoughts..

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well it sounds like a good idea mate but will check :) just wondering what the main rad will be like weather its gona need changing too...once matrix off will have a very good look at it cause if its gunked up the rad prob wont be far behind lol!
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Re: got a ph1 306 got some thoughts..

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Found the post re Valeo guarantee;

http://www.frenchcarforum.co.uk/forum/v ... te#p371593" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

I know it is for a Xantia, but I would imagine the same would be true for any Valeo heater matrix.
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Re: got a ph1 306 got some thoughts..

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Ahh that nightmare has been dug out already :-D I've been driving around all week with a working heater and fully assembled dashboard, how we take such things for granted!

I suspect someone has their wires crossed though. Mine came with a Valeo tech note stating that the warranty will be invalidated if a coolant system flushing additive is not used, it does not refer to a "stop leak" or similar. It stated that there had been many reported cases of replacement matrices leaking prematurely due to sediment build up causing pressure, and the system must be thoroughly flushed through prior to fitment. It suggested a coolant flush (I can't remember which) and the procedure for doing do. The system is then to be refilled with fresh coolant, no additives (to me this makes sense).

However my coolant was crystal clear so I didn't bother with this step (I'm one of those rare people that do coolant changes).

I don't think the 306 has those god awful connectors that the 406 has?
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Re: got a ph1 306 got some thoughts..

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so i should do a flush while its bypassed and then flush it again with clean water?
im also thinking new rad and thermostat now..is there anyother part of the cooling system that could be affected before i mess it up?
dont wana take dash off once its back on lol!!
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Re: got a ph1 306 got some thoughts..

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I think that the best thing to do is to get a good quality heater matrix (Valeo being a name that people who know, like), read the instructions thoroughly, make sure you understand them, and then follow them exactly.
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