Xantia head gasket failure

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froggy
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Xantia head gasket failure

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Hi, the head gasket on my S2 Xantia has failed . I have never done one ! is it best to buy the whole kit ( whatever that is ) or just the gasket ? should I be looking to check for anything else while Iam doing it ? :shock: cheers Terry
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Re: Xantia head gasket failure

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What engine ? The surviving Xantia in your signature says its a series 1... :lol:
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Re: Xantia head gasket failure

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now have S2 HDI
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Re: Xantia head gasket failure

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Do cambelt and water pump at the same time.
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