My C3 120 VTi engine also used oil. It wasn't smoking or leaking..the problem comes in where the seals around the spark plugs begin to harden. Then the oil seeps through there and goes into the spark plug holes. It emits a very small amount of smoke inside the engine bay, and you almost don't notice it. Remove the tappet cover and replace the gasket. The kit comes with the 4 round seals. Problem solved.PaulC5 wrote: 06 Jun 2024, 21:43 With the vti engine you need to keep an eye on the engine oil level using the dipstick. We had a 2010 C3 with the 1.4 vti engine and it used oil, possibly 1 litre every 2000 miles from memory. They are prone to timing chain wear as well, ours needed a new one on about 50k miles.
How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Could you help me with info on this VIN: VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff]. I believe it is also an A51... I'm new to the Citroen brand.PaulC5 wrote: 02 Jan 2025, 11:37 I would not bother with the Haynes 2002 manual, the car is a lot different to yours. The type of grill on the front will show if it is an A51 facelift (phase 2) - compare it to the car pictures on the link I gave. As well as the RTA manuals, if you can get a dvd copy of the Citroen service box this covers all you will need to know to look after your car - have a look on ebay. I would go for the paper (blue cover) copy of the RTA one, whilst in French, the diagrams are good and give torque settings.
UK Amazon does not have it in stock but France does as well as the RTA site
https://www.amazon.fr/T-I-Technique-Aut ... 75&sr=8-78
I see the Haynes is available (online autofix https://haynes.com/en-gb/citroen/c3/200 ... rol-355679), is the RTA better, or because it's paper? And should I get the DVD as well? Are these available as pdf downloads? My french isn't great...
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Yes you have a C3 (A51)abyj wrote: 21 Feb 2025, 02:43Could you help me with info on this VIN: VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff]. I believe it is also an A51... I'm new to the Citroen brand.PaulC5 wrote: 02 Jan 2025, 11:37 I would not bother with the Haynes 2002 manual, the car is a lot different to yours. The type of grill on the front will show if it is an A51 facelift (phase 2) - compare it to the car pictures on the link I gave. As well as the RTA manuals, if you can get a dvd copy of the Citroen service box this covers all you will need to know to look after your car - have a look on ebay. I would go for the paper (blue cover) copy of the RTA one, whilst in French, the diagrams are good and give torque settings.
I see the Haynes is available (online autofix https://haynes.com/en-gb/citroen/c3/200 ... rol-355679), is the RTA better, or because it's paper? And should I get the DVD as well? Are these available as pdf downloads? My french isn't great...
They are the same. RTA (Revue Technique Automotive) bought Haynes in 2020, so just use the Haynes website for a manual - it will already be in English but will be from RTA.
https://haynes.com/en-gb/
If you require a build sheet, let me know and I'll provide one for you.
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abyj
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Thanks Marc, could you share the factory build sheet for this car when you get a moment?
Sorry, going off topic now with the service manual questions, I was initially interested in the engine of this car (the build sheet will answer that and more!). Is the DVD not necessary if I get the online haynes manual as far as you know? With my other non-french car, I have a service sheet that details every component of the car that should be checked at each service, according to the manufacturer, e.g. A or B service every x thousand kms or 1 year. Is this a separate download somewhere?
Sorry, going off topic now with the service manual questions, I was initially interested in the engine of this car (the build sheet will answer that and more!). Is the DVD not necessary if I get the online haynes manual as far as you know? With my other non-french car, I have a service sheet that details every component of the car that should be checked at each service, according to the manufacturer, e.g. A or B service every x thousand kms or 1 year. Is this a separate download somewhere?
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
I can provide you with a factory build sheet, that specifies the build equipment at factory (see below) and I can provide you with the service schedule for your vehicle with the main info:
Build Sheet:
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Service Schedule
Note: there's no timing info as you have a timing chain, not a belt.
Build Sheet:
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| Vehicle Characteristics | |
| Vehicle family | C3 (A51) |
| AS/RP N° | 12282 CA 2 0593 |
| Warranty Start Date | 31/08/2010 |
| Engine serial number | 10 FHBF 0882891 |
| BER | e2*2007/46*0003*05 |
| P4A | 9665949299 |
| General Information | |
| PRODUCT TYPE | PASSENGER CAR |
| COMMERCIAL MARQUE/COMPONENT TYPE | CITROEN |
| VEHICLE FAMILY | C3 (A51) |
| SILHOUETTE | 5 DOOR SALOON |
| TRIM LEVEL | MEDIUM HIGH |
| ENGINE | EP6C INJECTION |
| TRANSMISSION | 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC GEARBOX |
| PAINT TYPE | METALLIC PAINTWORK |
| BODY COLOUR | EXL - PAINT OBSIDIAN BLACK |
| INTERIOR TRIM TYPE | VELOUR KARL G112 + OMNI F920 ’3N’ |
| UPHOLSTERY COLOUR | "FY" |
| GEARBOX (CHARACTERISTICS) | Auto gearbox AL4 |
| ENGINE (TYPE) | EP TYPE ENGINE |
| OTHER BADGE, " MISC. " | WITHOUT FULLER BADGE |
| BADGE | FAMILY BADGE |
| Vehicle Characteristics | |
| TRIM LEVEL | MEDIUM HIGH |
| PAINT TYPE | METALLIC PAINTWORK |
| BODY COLOUR | EXL - PAINT OBSIDIAN BLACK |
| INTERIOR TRIM TYPE | VELOUR KARL G112 + OMNI F920 ’3N’ |
| UPHOLSTERY COLOUR | "FY" |
| GEARBOX (CHARACTERISTICS) | Auto gearbox AL4 |
| SPEEDOMETER DRIVE | SPEEDOMETER RATIO 21 X NO |
| Fuel Supply-Engine | |
| ENGINE | EP6C INJECTION |
| FUEL SUPPLY | INJECTION PRIM |
| DIESEL FILTER WATER DETECTOR | WITHOUT DIESEL FILTER WATER DETECTOR |
| FUEL | UNLEADED PETROL 95 QUALITY A/B/E/E+ |
| EMISSIONS STANDARD (ENGINE) | EURO 5 L6 UPPER ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL |
| ENGINE (TYPE) | EP TYPE ENGINE |
| CAPACITY | 1600 CM3 |
| CATALYTIC CONVERTER | 3-COMPONENT RHODIUM+PLATINUM FILTER CATALYSER |
| OIL COOLER | WATER/OIL EXCHANGER ON GEARBOX |
| OPTIMISATION OF VEHICLE’S CONSUMPTION | NORMAL FUEL CONSUMPTION OPTIMISATION |
| COOLING MOTOR | RADIATOR TH : 18 - 21 DM2 BRAZED ALUMINIUM |
| CRANKCASE GAS CIRCUIT HEATING | W/O HEATER CASING GAS CIRCUIT |
| POWER VARIATION (ENGINE) | PUISSANCE 88 KW 160 NM |
| VALVE PER CYLINDER | 4 |
| EOBD SELF-DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM | "EOBD" AUTO-DIAGNOSTIC WITHOUT ACCELEROMETER |
| DEVICE (ANTIPOLLUTION) | WITHOUT ANTI-POLLUTION DEVICE |
| VEHICLE TECHNICAL DEPOLLUTION | TECHNICAL VEHICLE EMISSION CONTROL EURO 5 |
| PARTICLE FILTER | WITHOUT PARTICLE FILTER |
| FAN | 1 AERO 2-SPEED 140W FAN WITHOUT SCOOP |
| FUEL VAPOUR RETRIEVAL | CONTROLLED PETROL VAPOUR RECUPERATION |
| INJECTION ASSOCIATED VARIANT | MOUNTING BOSCH |
| TANK FILTER | RESERVOIR FILTER EXTERIOR |
| STOP AND START | WITHOUT STOP AND START |
| Gearbox Transmission | |
| TRANSMISSION | 4-SPEED AUTOMATIC GEARBOX |
| GEARBOX (CHARACTERISTICS) | Auto gearbox AL4 |
| FINAL DRIVE RATIO | CP 20 X 73 |
| SPEEDOMETER DRIVE | SPEEDOMETER RATIO 21 X NO |
| WHEEL STYLE | STEEL 6 J16 4-23 |
| CLUTCH | WITHOUT CLUTCH |
| SEAL, WHEEL END | JOINT COTE ROUE BJ79 |
| SEAL, DIFFERENTIAL END | REAR AXLE SIDE SEAL AND J82 |
| DIFFERENTIAL (GEARBOX) | DIFFERENTIAL 84 |
| RIM/TYRE SIZE | 16 INCH TYRE FITMENT |
| TYRE (SIZE, TYPE) | 195/55 R16 87T NON REINFORCED TYRE |
| WHEELS FITTED | 6" RIM ROAD WHEELS |
| WHEEL (TYPE) | STEEL WHEELS |
| GEARBOX TYPE | Auto gearbox AL4 |
| Suspension-Steering-Brakes | |
| ABS | WITH ABS BRAKES |
| REAR ANTI-ROLL BAR | WITHOUT REAR ANTI-ROLL BAR |
| FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR | FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR DIAM 22 |
| BRAKE TYPE | VENTILATED FRONT DISCS/REAR DISCS |
| SUSPENSION | NORMAL SUSPENSION |
| DYNAMIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM | ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM |
| BRAKE ASSOCIATED VARIANT | ESP TEVES MK60 P |
| STEERING (OPERATION) | ELECTRIC POWER STEERING |
| PEDAL BRACKET (TYPE) | PEDAL STANDARD |
| Body Fittings | |
| TOWBAR | WITHOUT TOWBAR |
| AERIAL | SHORT ROOF AERIAL |
| FINISHER (SELF-ADHESIVE) | MATT BLACK REAR SURROUND TRIM |
| SIDE MOULDINGS (TYPE) | WITHOUT LATERAL PROTECTORS |
| SIDE MOULDINGS (DIMENSION) | PLASTIC SIDE SILL |
| WHEEL EMBELLISHER (STYLE) | 16 INCH NUCLEAR WHEEL TRIM |
| UNDERBODY SHIELD | ENGINE UNDERTRAY PLASTIC PROTECTION |
| REVERSING LAMPS | WITH 1 REVERSING LAMP |
| ADDITIONAL SHIELD (UNDER ENGINE) | W/O ENGINE UNDERSHELDING |
| EXT. LOAD RETENTION RING (ATTACHMENT) | WITH DETACHABLE EXTERIOR LASHING RING |
| EXT. REARVIEW MIRROR COMP. FUNCTION | EXT MIRROR ELECTRIC-FOLD BACK |
| EXHAUST TAILPIPE TRIM | WITH EXHAUST OUTLET EMBELLISHER |
| ENGINE BAY SOUNDPROOFING | SOUNDPROOFING UNDER BONNET + BULKHEAD + SERVO |
| WINDSCREEN WIPER | FRONT WIPER BLADE W/O RAIN SENSOR |
| FRONT PANEL BLANK | WITHOUT FRONT BUMPER PLUG |
| OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE SENSOR | WITH EXTERNAL TEMPERATURE SENSOR |
| BUMPER | BODY COLOUR FR+RR BUMPER + CHROME TRIM |
| MUDFLAP | WITHOUT MUDGUARD |
| NUMBER PLATE | WITHOUT LICENCE PLATE |
| FRONT FOGLAMP | FRONT FOG LIGHTS |
| SPECIAL HEADLAMP (DOUBLE OPTIC) | SINGLE OPTIC LAMPS |
| EXTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR (DRIVER SIDE) | ELECTRIC DRIVER’S EXTERIOR MIRROR |
| EXTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR (PASSENGER SIDE) | PASSENGER ELECTRIC DOOR MIRROR |
| SPARE WHEEL | EMERGENCY WHEEL |
| EXTERIOR ACCESSORIES | CHROME EFFECT EXTERIOR HANDLE |
| EXT. REAR VIEW MIRROR (DRIVER SIDE RADIUS) | CURVED EXTERIOR MIRROR GLASS |
| SUN ROOF | WITHOUT SUN ROOF |
| BODY CONVERSION | WITHOUT |
| BODY PROTECTION | WITHOUT |
| BUMPER TRIM | BUMPER WITHOUT STRIP |
| GLASS (APPEARANCE) | TINTED + DARK-TINTED WINDOW GLASS |
| WINDOW (TYPE) | CIELO LAMINATED WINDSCREEN + TOUGHENED RR SCREEN |
| Interior Fittings | |
| INTERIOR TRIM TYPE | VELOUR KARL G112 + OMNI F920 ’3N’ |
| ANTI-THEFT ALARM | WITHOUT THEFT PROTECTION ALARM |
| CIGAR LIGHTER | WITHOUT CIGAR-LIGHTER |
| REAR HEAD RESTRAINT | REAR HEADREST ADJUSTABLE |
| FRONT HEAD RESTRAINT | FRONT HEADREST ADJUSTABLE |
| REAR SEAT | REAR BENCH SEAT SINGLE CUSHION SEPARATE SEAT BACKS |
| REAR SEAT ARMREST | WITHOUT RR SEAT ARMREST |
| LUGGAGE COVER | SHELF |
| REAR SEATBELT | REAR 3-POINT 3 INERTIA REEL SEAT BELT |
| FRONT SEATBELT | RETRACTOR ALARM DRIVER + PASS S/BELT |
| ASHTRAY | WITHOUT ASHTRAY |
| CLIMATE (AMBIENT TEMP) | HOT COUNTRIES |
| AIR CONDITIONING | AIR CONDITIONING WITH CONTROLLED AIR INTAKE |
| CHILD LOCK | ELECTRIC REAR CHILD LOCK |
| SPEED GRADUATIONS | SPEED GRADUATION IN KM/H |
| GRAB HANDLES | WITHOUT HANDLES |
| DRIVING POSITION | RIGHT HAND DRIVE |
| LOAD SPACE LIGHTING | WITHOUT STORAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTING EXCEPT BOOT |
| DASHBOARD EQUIPMENT | LION GREY CAPPING |
| MISC. INT. LAMPS | W/O MAP READING LAMP |
| LOAD SPACE TRIM | BOOT CARPET MAT |
| UNDERSEAT STORAGE | WITHOUT UNDER SEAT STORAGE |
| INSTRUMENT PANEL (CHARACTERISTICS) | 210 KM/H 130 M/H BLACK BACKGR PERM LIGHTING BLC |
| CHILD SEAT ANCHORING POINTS | WITH CHILD SEAT MOUNTING WITH RR ISO |
| LOUDSPEAKER | 4 FR SPEAKERS (2 TW + 2 FR) + 2 RR SPEAKERS |
| RADIO CONTROLS | REMOTE RADIO CONTROL |
| POLLEN FILTER | WITH POLLEN FILTER |
| PASSENGER COMPARTMENT SOUNDPROOFING | W/O CAB SOUND-PROOFING |
| FRONT PASSENGER SEAT HEIGHT CONTROL | FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PARALLEL ADJUSTMENT |
| FRONT SEAT ARMREST | FRONT SEAT CENTRAL ARMREST |
| ROOF CONSOLE | WITHOUT ROOF CONSOLE |
| SATELLITE NAVIGATION SYSTEM | WITHOUT NAVIGATION SYSTEM |
| REAR WINDOW LIFT | ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW + LOCKING |
| CABIN CARPET | FRONT PASSENGER COMPARTMENT + TUNNEL CARPET |
| DRIVER’S WINDOW LIFT | SEQUENTIAL DRIVER’S ELECTRIC WINDOW |
| PASSENGER’S WINDOW LIFT | SEQUEN CONTROL PASSENG FRONT WINDOW LIFTER |
| DISPLAY | DISPLAY (RADIO+CLOCK,T°,CD) |
| COURTESY MIRROR | WITHOUT VANITY MIRROR |
| OIL GAUGE | STD OIL LEVEL INDICATOR |
| FITTING REAR HEAD RESTRAINT | MOUNT 3 REAR HEAD-REST |
| HEATING ELEMENT | NON HEATED SEAT |
| FRONT LATERAL AIRBAG | THORAX SIDE + CURTAIN AIRBAG |
| FOOTWELL LIGHTING | WITHOUT DOOR SILL LIGHTING |
| PASSENGER AIRBAG | WITH AIRBAG ON PASSENGER SIDE |
| EQUIPMENT PACK | WITHOUT DRIVING SCHOOL EQUIPMENT PACK |
| EXTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR (HEATED) | HEATED DOOR MIRROR |
| AIRBAG DEACTIVATION | WITHOUT AIRBAG DEACTIVATION |
| INTERIOR DOOR CONTROL (APPEARANCE) | CHROME EFFECT DOOR HANDLE + COLOURED TRIM |
| COURTESY LAMP | DOORS + FR AND RR COURTESY LIGHTS REMOTE CONTROL |
| REAR LOAD FLOOR | WITHOUT REAR LOAD FLOOR |
| FRONT SEAT GUARD | WITHOUT CAB PROTECTION PANEL |
| FRONT SUN VISOR | DRIVER + PASSENGER SUN VISOR WITHOUT INSCRIPTION |
| RADIO RECEIVER | "RD4/MP3" RDS COMPACT DISC AUDIO SYSTEM |
| REFRIGERATION | AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING |
| CRUISE CONTROL | REGULATOR AND SPEED LIMIT |
| DRIVER’S SEAT HEIGHT CONTROL | PARALLEL DRV HEIGHT ADJ |
| INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR | NON-ELECTROCHROMATIC DAY-NIGHT INTERIOR MIRROR |
| STORAGE (OTHERS) | PLAIN STORAGE POCKET |
| CARPET COVER | W/O CARPETMAT |
| EXT. REAR VIEW MIRROR (DRIVER SIDE RADIUS) | CURVED EXTERIOR MIRROR GLASS |
| LOAD SPACE STORAGE | W/O BOOT TIDY |
| TUNER RADIO | MONO RADIO TUNER |
| EXTERIOR TEMPERATURE (SCALE) | CELSIUS EXTERIOR TEMPERATURE INDICATOR |
| OBSTACLE DETECTION SYSTEM | WITHOUT OBSTACLE DETECTOR |
| TRIM ADAPTATION | GEAR LEVER KNOB CHROME INSERT |
| FLOOR MAT | W/O CARPETMAT |
| EQUALISER AMPLIFIER | WITHOUT EQUALISER AMPLIFIER |
| RADIO FREQUENCY | ASIA RADIO FREQUENCY |
| LOCKING CONTROL | CENTRAL DEAD LOCKING |
| WINDOW (TYPE) | CIELO LAMINATED WINDSCREEN + TOUGHENED RR SCREEN |
| STEERING WHEEL | LEATHER STEERINGWHEEL |
| FAN | 1 AERO 2-SPEED 140W FAN WITHOUT SCOOP |
| DRIVER’S KNEE AIRBAG | WITHOUT DRIVER’S KNEE AIRBAG |
| CHILD OBSERVATION INTERIOR MIRROR | WITHOUT INTERIOR CHILD MONITORING MIRROR |
| AUDIO PACK AUXILIARY SOCKET | 1 JACK SOCKET + USB |
| TELEMATIC UNIT | WITHOUT TELEMATIC UNIT |
| Electrical | |
| ALTERNATOR | ALTERNATOR 120 AMP |
| BATTERY | BATTERY L2 400 |
| STARTER MOTOR | STARTER MOTOR CL 3 |
| LOAD SPACE LIGHTING | WITHOUT STORAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTING EXCEPT BOOT |
| SPECIAL LIGHTING | WITHOUT PARTICULAR LIGHT |
| REVERSING LAMPS | WITH 1 REVERSING LAMP |
| MISC. INT. LAMPS | W/O MAP READING LAMP |
| EXT. REARVIEW MIRROR COMP. FUNCTION | EXT MIRROR ELECTRIC-FOLD BACK |
| CEN. LOCKING REM CONTROL FREQUENCY | LOCKING REMOTE CONTROL FREQUENCY 433.92 MHZ HETERODYNE |
| FOOTWELL LIGHTING | WITHOUT DOOR SILL LIGHTING |
| BATTERY CHARGE MEASUREMENT | WITH BATTERY CHARGE MEASUREMENT |
| COURTESY LAMP | DOORS + FR AND RR COURTESY LIGHTS REMOTE CONTROL |
| FRONT FOGLAMP | FRONT FOG LIGHTS |
| SPECIAL HEADLAMP (DOUBLE OPTIC) | SINGLE OPTIC LAMPS |
| LIGHTING OF LAMPS | MANUAL SWITCHING ON OF LIGHTS |
| Component Manufacturers | |
| BRAKE ASSOCIATED VARIANT | ESP TEVES MK60 P |
| INJECTION ASSOCIATED VARIANT | MOUNTING BOSCH |
| Miscellaneous | |
| SPECIAL SPECIFICATION | STANDARD |
| MODIF. DURING MODEL YEAR | WITHOUT MINOR MODIFICATIONS |
| ATMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS | DUSTY ATMOSPHERE |
| DRIVING POSITION | RIGHT HAND DRIVE |
| VIN PLATE | EUROPEAN UNION CONSTRUCTOR’S PLATE + NRE |
| RADIO HEADPHONE SOCKET | SINGLE ACCESSORY SOCKET |
| TRAFFIC SIDE | DRIVING ON THE LEFT-HAND SIDE |
| SET OF KEYS | 1 HF PLIP KEY + 1 SINGLE MAIN KEY |
| EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT | W/O HELP EQUIPMENT |
| SURFACE CONDITIONS | GOOD TERRAIN |
| EXTERIOR ACCESSORIES | CHROME EFFECT EXTERIOR HANDLE |
| SPEED MONITORING | WITHOUT SPEED CHECK |
| SLAVE CONTROL UNIT | BSI + COM 2005 4-POSITION RING |
| EMERGENCY WARNING TRIANGLE | WITHOUT WARNING TRIANGLE |
Service Schedule
Note: there's no timing info as you have a timing chain, not a belt.
Please note, I'm no longer active on the Forum, so won't respond to messages.
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Hi,
Daughter bought a 2018 registered C1 and I arranged for it to have a thorough service / check which is then when I learned about the wetbelt system. Car went to an independent to have the belt replaced, sump dropped / cleaned etc...
Just wanting to top the oil up and make sure I get the spec correct.
VIN is VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] if someone could kindly confirm the engine type / oil spec needed for the UK. I'm guessing that as it is wetbelt system, it will be the Puretech engine but just want peace of mind.
Thanks
Daughter bought a 2018 registered C1 and I arranged for it to have a thorough service / check which is then when I learned about the wetbelt system. Car went to an independent to have the belt replaced, sump dropped / cleaned etc...
Just wanting to top the oil up and make sure I get the spec correct.
VIN is VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] if someone could kindly confirm the engine type / oil spec needed for the UK. I'm guessing that as it is wetbelt system, it will be the Puretech engine but just want peace of mind.
Thanks
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wheeler
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Here you go: C1 (B4) 3-DOOR SALOON 1.2 i VTi 82 (EB2F Euro 6)theWag wrote: 30 Mar 2025, 12:42 VIN is VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] if someone could kindly confirm the engine type / oil spec needed for the UK. I'm guessing that as it is wetbelt system, it will be the Puretech engine but just want peace of mind.
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
That's bizarre. The arduous service interval for the timing belt, timing belt kit, spark plugs, ancillary drive belt and ancillary drive belt kit is greater than for normal use.
As I get older I think a lot about the hereafter - I go into a room and then wonder what I'm here after.
Inside every old person is a young person wondering what the hell happened.
"Trying is the first step towards failure" ~ Homer J Simpson
Inside every old person is a young person wondering what the hell happened.
"Trying is the first step towards failure" ~ Homer J Simpson
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Been thinking about this and I reckon that they've revised the service intervals down for normal use and then forgotten to do the same for arduous service.
As I get older I think a lot about the hereafter - I go into a room and then wonder what I'm here after.
Inside every old person is a young person wondering what the hell happened.
"Trying is the first step towards failure" ~ Homer J Simpson
Inside every old person is a young person wondering what the hell happened.
"Trying is the first step towards failure" ~ Homer J Simpson
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
I never actually read it but yes that must be a misprint surely?
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Hi Marc,
Could you please provide me with the factory build sheet and service schedule for my XM estate
VIN: VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] (RP: 7540 U7)?
Many thanks
Could you please provide me with the factory build sheet and service schedule for my XM estate
VIN: VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] (RP: 7540 U7)?
Many thanks
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Marc has left the forum but hopefully someone else will be able to answer your query.
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Here you goaranco wrote: 15 May 2025, 16:15 Hi Marc,
Could you please provide me with the factory build sheet and service schedule for my XM estate
VIN: VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] (RP: 7540 U7)?
Many thanks
Vehicle characteristics
Vehicle family XM II
AS/RP N° 07535 U7 1 0006
Warranty Start Date 01/01/1990
Engine serial number 10 HJN1 3002604
OPB XTB4
General information
PRODUCT TYPE PASSENGER CAR
COMMERCIAL MARQUE/COMPONENT TYPE CITROEN
VEHICLE FAMILY XM II
SILHOUETTE 5 DOOR ESTATE
TRIM LEVEL LEVEL A
ENGINE TURBO INJECTION XU10J2TE
TRANSMISSION BVA4
INTERIOR TRIM TYPE "FY" CANAGA VELOUR
UPHOLSTERY COLOUR "FR"
GEARBOX (CHARACTERISTICS) BVA 4HP18
ENGINE (TYPE) XU/XUD
OTHER BADGE, " MISC. " WITHOUT FULLER BADGE
Vehicle characteristics
TRIM LEVEL LEVEL A
INTERIOR TRIM TYPE "FY" CANAGA VELOUR
UPHOLSTERY COLOUR "FR"
GEARBOX (CHARACTERISTICS) BVA 4HP18
STEERING UNVARIABLE POWER STEERING
Fuel supply-Engine
ENGINE TURBO INJECTION XU10J2TE
FUEL SUPPLY TURBO-INJECTION EXCHANGER
FUEL UNLEADED PETROL 95 QUALITY A/B/E/E+
EMISSIONS STANDARD (ENGINE) UPPER ENGINE EMISSION CONTROL EEC 95 L3/W3
PRE-FILTER ASSEMBLY WITHOUT PRE-FILTER
ENGINE (TYPE) XU/XUD
CATALYTIC CONVERTER CATALYST
CRANKCASE GAS CIRCUIT HEATING W/O HEATER CASING GAS CIRCUIT
FAN 2 FANS , 2 RATES , IMPROVED
FUEL VAPOUR RETRIEVAL NON CONTROLLED PETROL VAPOUR RECUPERATION
INJECTION ASSOCIATED VARIANT MOUNTING BOSCH
Gearbox Transmission
TRANSMISSION BVA4
GEARBOX (CHARACTERISTICS) BVA 4HP18
FINAL DRIVE RATIO REAR AXLE HYPOID GEARSET 18 X 77
WHEEL STYLE STAR WHEEL WITH CENTRAL TRIM
CLUTCH WITHOUT CLUTCH
SEAL, WHEEL END WHEEL-SIDE JOINT DIAM 20
SEAL, DIFFERENTIAL END REAR AXLE SIDE JOINT JB3A
TYRE (SIZE, TYPE) 205X60X15 V TYRES
WHEEL (TYPE) ALLOY WHEELS
GEARBOX TYPE GEARBOX HP
Suspension-Steering-Brakes
ABS WITH ABS BRAKES
REAR ANTI-ROLL BAR REAR ANTI-ROLL BAR DIAM 22,5
STEERING UNVARIABLE POWER STEERING
FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR FRONT ANTI-ROLL BAR DIAM 25
TRACTION CONTROL WITHOUT ANTISLIPPING
HYDRAULIC PUMP PRESS PUMP 6+2 + NON-SINKING
REAR SUSPENSION SPHERE UPPER REAR SUSPENSION SPHERE
FRONT SUSPENSION SPHERE UPPER "NOK"
ACTIVE SUSPENSION HYDRACTIVE SUSPENSION
Body fittings
THIRD BRAKE LAMP WITH EYE LEVEL REAR LIGHTS
SILL ILLUMINATION LAMP SILL ILLUMINATION
WASHER JET WINDSHIELD WASHER JET W/O DEFROST
EXT. REARVIEW MIRROR COMP. FUNCTION WITH REVERSE GEAR PASSENGER SIDE
WINDSCREEN WIPER ADJUST INTERM WINDOW WIPER + WATER LEV INDICATOR
REAR SCREEN WIPER WITH REAR WIPER
HEADLAMP WIPER HEADLAMP WASHWIPE
NUMBER PLATE WITHOUT LICENCE PLATE
FRONT FOGLAMP FRONT FOG LIGHTS
EXTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR (DRIVER SIDE) HT EXT RRVW MIRROR EL INT CONTR
EXTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR (PASSENGER SIDE) OUTSIDE PASS RRVIEW MIRROR HEATED ELEC CNTRL
SPARE WHEEL STEEL WHEEL + STANDARD TYRE
EXTERIOR ACCESSORIES 2 COLOURS BUMPER
SUN ROOF ELECTRIC SUN ROOF
GLASS (APPEARANCE) TINTED
Interior fittings
INTERIOR TRIM TYPE "FY" CANAGA VELOUR
ANTI-THEFT ALARM ALARM ULTRASONIC+PERIMETER STD
CIGAR LIGHTER FRONT + REAR CIGAR-LIGHTER
REAR HEAD RESTRAINT JOINTED REAR HEADREST
FRONT HEAD RESTRAINT JOINTED FRONT HEADREST
REAR SEAT SEPARATE FOLD BACK BENCH SEAT
REAR SEAT ARMREST WITH REAR SEAT ARMREST
REAR SEATBELT RETRACTOR+RETRACTOT LAP
FRONT SEATBELT PYROTECHNIC SEAT BELT WITH ALARM
CLIMATE (AMBIENT TEMP) TEMPERATE COUNTRIES
SPEED GRADUATIONS SPEED GRADUATION IN MPH
CONSOLE COATED LONG CONSOLE
DRIVING POSITION RIGHT HAND DRIVE
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL ASSEMBLY
DASHBOARD EQUIPMENT CUBIC WOOD DECOR
TACHOMETER (SIGNAL CONNECTION) REV COUNTER CALC
LOUDSPEAKER LOUDSPEAKERS
RADIO CONTROLS REMOTE RADIO CONTROL
SCREENING (BLIND, SIDE SUNBLIND, SUNROOF) WITHOUT SUN VISOR SCREEN
DRIVER SEAT CONTROL DRIVERS FRT SEAT ELEC CONTROL
FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CONTROL PASSENGER FRT SEAT ELEC CNTRL
DRIVER SEAT ADJUSTMENT RECLINING DRIVER’S SEAT BACK
FRONT PASSENGER SEAT ADJUSTMENT PASSENGER TILTING BACK
FRONT SEAT ARMREST (OPERATION) FRONT ARMREST MANUAL
COMPACT DISC WITHOUT COMPACT DISC
FRONT WINDOW LIFT SEQUENTIAL CONTROL FRONT WINDOW LIFTER
REAR WINDOW LIFT ELECT CONTR RR WINDOW LIFTER + LOCK SYSTEM
DRIVER’S WINDOW LIFT SEQUENTIAL DRIVER’S ELECTRIC WINDOW
DISPLAY WITH MATRIX POINT
COURTESY MIRROR DRIV OCCULT+PASS LIGHT+OCCULT
OIL GAUGE STD OIL LEVEL INDICATOR
HEATING ELEMENT NON HEATED SEAT
FRONT LATERAL AIRBAG LATERAL AIR BAG
PASSENGER AIRBAG PASSENGER AIRBAG
IGNITION CODE (OPERATION) STD CODED IGNITION
ON-BOARD COMPUTER COMPUTER MILES
COURTESY LAMP WITH RR INTERIOR LAMP
RADIO RECEIVER PERFORMANCE 2 RDS RADIO
REFRIGERATION AUTOMATIC AIR CONDITIONING
CRUISE CONTROL SPEED CONTROL
AIR CON./TEMPERATURE REGULATION AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL
DRIVER AIRBAG DRIVERS AIR BAG
CARPET TUFTED CARPET "F112"
SWITCH CODED IGNITION
FUEL GAUGE RANGE INFO INDICATOR
LOCKING CONTROL CENTRAL DEAD LOCKING
STEERING WHEEL SPORT STEERING WHEEL
FAN 2 FANS , 2 RATES , IMPROVED
PARTITION WINDOW WITHOUT SEPARATION GLASS
Electrical
ALTERNATOR ALTERNATOR 150 AMP
BATTERY BATTERY L2 400
REMOTE CONTROL REMOTE CONTROL ASSEMBLY
STARTER MOTOR STARTER MOTOR CL 3
SPECIAL LIGHTING WITHOUT PARTICULAR LIGHT
THIRD BRAKE LAMP WITH EYE LEVEL REAR LIGHTS
SILL ILLUMINATION LAMP SILL ILLUMINATION
EXT. REARVIEW MIRROR COMP. FUNCTION WITH REVERSE GEAR PASSENGER SIDE
CEN. LOCKING REM CONTROL FREQUENCY LOCKING REMOTE CONTROL FREQUENCY 433.92 MHZ HETERODYNE
MULTIPLEXING WITHOUT MULTIPLEXING
COURTESY LAMP WITH RR INTERIOR LAMP
FRONT FOGLAMP FRONT FOG LIGHTS
Component manufacturers
INJECTION ASSOCIATED VARIANT MOUNTING BOSCH
Miscellaneous
SPECIAL SPECIFICATION STANDARD
DRIVING POSITION RIGHT HAND DRIVE
SIDE IMPACTS DOOR WITHOUT REINFORCEMENT
REFRIGERANT REFRIGERANT LIQUID R134
EXTERIOR ACCESSORIES 2 COLOURS BUMPER
SPEED MONITORING WITHOUT SPEED CHECK
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wheeler
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Dont think the online service schedules are available for a vehicle of this age.
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aranco
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Re: How to identify what model engine is in your Citroen
Thank you for these Wheeler!