Service shopping list, what make on parts and EGR blank?

[jotto]

Hopefully this weekend will get around to giving the Picasso a good service. I was wondering if people had any recomendations for service parts.

I know we have a fault showing on lexia with regards the post heating circuit so thought I might as well replace the glow plugs and the control relay if required. Locally I can get NGK, Beru, Champion and Denso glow plugs all for a similar price, any preferences?

I normally use Mann filters, will these be OK. Will be sticking to the Total oil recomended in the owners handbook unless there have been any upgrades since then, ( 53 plate 2.0hdi )

According to the MOT sheet, I need new front brake pads soon and a NSF drop link ( might as well get a pair ).
Looking at some sites just to get some ideas of pricing I see there are two braking systems available, Bosch or Lucas. I dont have ESP so any tips on how to find which one I have installed? Would it show in Lexia?
With regards to the drop links, what makes are good? Ive used cheap ones before and like most things, you get what you pay for.

Finally, has anyone blanked off their EGR valve and if so, what are your thoughts? Im not sure if I would need to get anything done to the ECU if I blanked it. I would have thought if it was still in place and connected, there shouldnt be an issue but on other forums I see other makes throwing EML if its blanked. I was looking at fitting a blank plate and possibly closing off the vacuum contol line. Any tips appreciated.

[jgra1]

Jotto, I think we all have that error on hdis - not really sure where it comes from,,,

I took my plugs out and one was duff... so I have 3 brand new ones here neading a home shame..
as no way I can get them to you tomorrow.,. if it pours down then you may have to postpone

also have a brand new filter, think its a mann.. for the bosch fuel system I think, although need to check that

John

[jotto]

Cheers John....weather isnt looking too wonderful and garage is a bit full so may well PM you. What make are the plugs?

Is there more than one fuel system on these cars as well? Ahhhh, ok Bosch or Siemens....where will I find which one I need?

[Northern_Mike]

I've now had experience of both Bosch and Siemens throwing up EML when the EGR is blanked. I've tried various combos on the Siemens one of blanking plate, blanked vac pipe, plate and pipe.. all eventually give me an EML and limp mode. If it's working ok leave it as is. I prefer they way the 110 drives with it working.

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[Northern_Mike]

If John's plugs are no use, check ebay. I got a set of genuine new boxed Citroen ones, in the Citroen packaging for £20 for 4.

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[jotto]

I've now had experience of both Bosch and Siemens throwing up EML when the EGR is blanked. I've tried various combos on the Siemens one of blanking plate, blanked vac pipe, plate and pipe.. all eventually give me an EML and limp mode. If it's working ok leave it as is. I prefer they way the 110 drives with it working.

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Thanks for that. As far as I know its working OK so will leave it for now.

Any tips on finding out what fuel and braking system is on the car? Would lexia show me the names of the control modules?
Have a couple of viewings on our other car which is for sale so service is on hold for a mo.

John, you have a PM.

[Northern_Mike]

Lexia will tell you, as will the labels on the fuel rail or pump..

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[jotto]

Lexia will tell you, as will the labels on the fuel rail or pump..

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Nice Bosch sticker on the fuel rail..... I did see that I have a Mahle oil filter fitted. Pretty sure last service was carried out by a Citroen dealer so is Mahle the preferred make?
Will hook up Lexia and see what it tells me about the braking system.

[jgra1]

hi Jotto, am back later, just got to get the Newcastle to Kent bit done,,