New 306 TD owner

woody-som · Post by **woody-som** » 02 May 2004, 01:04

Hi
Just bought myself a new 306 TD estate. Whilst not new to diesel ownership, this is my first pug.
Having looked through the forum, it appears that I can replace the original Radio/Cas. Is this correct, and how, as I would like to take my CD/Radio from my 1.8D Escort estate.
I would also like to chnage the cam belt, before using it, so how much trouble is it. I've changed the belts on the 1.8D escort before, and found it easy.
The 306 seems like a nice car, just have to get use to the heavier clutch though, and the lighter accelerator pedel.
Whilst on the test drive this morning, I noticed that the idle speed showed 1000rpm, is this correct, as compared to my 1.8 diesel escort it seems high wich only has an idle speed of 550rpm.
any help and advice appreciated
Chris

woody-som · Post by **woody-som** » 02 May 2004, 01:07

Forgot to mention if it helps/makes any difference. Its an 98 model, not sure what make pump.
I'll have to go to halfords and get a manual me thinks, whilst they're on offer.

Post by **philhoward** » 02 May 2004, 03:55

Tacho's tend to be a little error-some at low values; some read a little high, some a little low. Idle should be around 850-ish when warm; i'd expect your old escort to be similar - 550rpm sounds a bit low!

JohnD · Post by **JohnD** » 02 May 2004, 15:58

You didn't say what year. If it's earlyish you'll have the 1.9turbo with a spring loaded tensioner. Later models don't have it. As for renewing the cambelt, with a Haynes book to guide you, it's fairly straightforward. Main disadvantage is the lack of space between engine and inner wing. What it doesn't tell you in Haynes is to have the engine at working temperature before attempting to undo the crankshaft bolt.

batwad · Post by **batwad** » 02 May 2004, 16:54

Welcome to the wonderful world of the 306!
If you've got the standard stereo fitted, you'll need the removal tools to get it out. I think these are available from Peugeot (at an extortionate price, no doubt), or you could try making some of your own since there's instructions in Haynes how to do so. The wiring connectors are all standard ISO so that should be no problem. If your new head unit supports it, you can get adaptors so you can still use the steering column volume/skip controls.
My 306 idles at around 900-950 or so; the recommended setting in Haynes is 750-800 (+50 if you've got aircon). So mine's a bit high, but I like pulling away by just lifting my left foot!

NiSk · Post by **NiSk** » 02 May 2004, 23:22

The standard setting of around 800 rpm can cause an irritating resonance on some cars, so it's not unusual to increase it a tad.
//NiSk

woody-som · Post by **woody-som** » 03 May 2004, 00:29

Thanks guys.
JohnD, I did say what year in my second post [:D]. Is the spring loaded tensioner for the timing, if so, I like this system.
I noticed the lack of space between the engine, and inner wing. not unlike the escort as well.
Glad to hear the original stereo is a standard ISO connector, this was going to be another question. I have the connectors that came with my unit when I bought it 6 years ago. I just cut them off back then, but kept them, and good job too. As my unit doesn't support the steering controls for the stereo, can I remove this?
Got a manual today, so I can see how to remove the stero. Job for next weekend.
chris

Dave Burns · Post by **Dave Burns** » 03 May 2004, 05:11

Aha but is it 1.9 td, or is it 2.0L HDI, thats the info we're after.
Dave

woody-som · Post by **woody-som** » 03 May 2004, 23:19

its a 1.9 TD

JohnD · Post by **JohnD** » 03 May 2004, 23:39

Yes! sorry - I see you said a '98. If your 1.9 is the same as all the other XUD's from way back, then you've got nothing to worry about as far as getting the tension right is concerned. However, around this date, Pug and Cit switched to 1.9DW engines. These don't have the spring loaded tensioner. Instead, tension has to be measured either by instrument or experience. Not sure whether the same belt fits both.

woody-som · Post by **woody-som** » 05 May 2004, 01:04

Thanks John
I'll take a look and see if I got the spring tensioner. If I haven't then its going to a garage, although I'm not too keen on this, as the only other time a garage timed a vehicle for me (my 1.8 Escort) the belt broke after 13months, and they didn't want to know.
Chris