I have a xantia 1.9TD estate
The last two time I have checked my fuel consumption it has only been returning 33MPG is this normal, I am fairly heavy footed with it but thought is should return more than this.
Any ideas where to start looking for faults?
Cheers
Tim
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Hi Tim,
Yes, that is a bit low but in my experience the 1.9TD works hard in a Xantia and is not as economical as an HDi or 2.1.
First thing to do is a full service. Oil and filters. A slighhtly choked air filter will wreak havoc with economy.
Give it a good, hard "Italian Tuneup" (i.e. a good hard thrash in lower gears) to remove any carbon buildup in the manifolds and exhaust. If the exhaust is a little blocked, this too can make a fair difference. Likewise, a choked CAT as well.
Check you have no leaks in the inlet tract and the little hhose between the top of the injection pump and the Turbo pipe is intact. If you're not getting full boost that'll make a difference too.
Finally, ensure you have no binding brakes and your tracking is OK.
Are the tyre pressures OK?
Yes, that is a bit low but in my experience the 1.9TD works hard in a Xantia and is not as economical as an HDi or 2.1.
First thing to do is a full service. Oil and filters. A slighhtly choked air filter will wreak havoc with economy.
Give it a good, hard "Italian Tuneup" (i.e. a good hard thrash in lower gears) to remove any carbon buildup in the manifolds and exhaust. If the exhaust is a little blocked, this too can make a fair difference. Likewise, a choked CAT as well.
Check you have no leaks in the inlet tract and the little hhose between the top of the injection pump and the Turbo pipe is intact. If you're not getting full boost that'll make a difference too.
Finally, ensure you have no binding brakes and your tracking is OK.
Are the tyre pressures OK?
Jim
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Thanks jim
will have a look at the items you suggest, just had 4 new tyres fitted and tracking done so should be no probs there, brakes do feel a bit sticky i.e when i pull up to a junction on a slight incline it remains stationary when i let the brakes off, i've always put this down to quirkiness with the hydraulic brakes ?
Just done some more calcs and reckon that when towing the caravan last weekend (into quite a strong head wind one way) i have averaged 20 MPG
must be some thing amiss
I have always felt this one to be underpowered compared to a hatchback i owned previously but put that down to the fact that its an estate and therefore heavier and not so aerodynamic?
will have a look at the items you suggest, just had 4 new tyres fitted and tracking done so should be no probs there, brakes do feel a bit sticky i.e when i pull up to a junction on a slight incline it remains stationary when i let the brakes off, i've always put this down to quirkiness with the hydraulic brakes ?
Just done some more calcs and reckon that when towing the caravan last weekend (into quite a strong head wind one way) i have averaged 20 MPG
must be some thing amiss
I have always felt this one to be underpowered compared to a hatchback i owned previously but put that down to the fact that its an estate and therefore heavier and not so aerodynamic?
If your handbrake is working properly (ie releasing) the brakes could be sticking a bit due to air in the lines - which can be removed by bleeding.
Another possible cause can be degeneration on the inside of the flexy hose causing the lining to collapse and act like a one way valve. I wonder if clamping the hoses during servicing or repair can damage them internally. Its probably OK if a proper tool is used but maybe things like mole wrenches cause damage?
Another possible cause can be degeneration on the inside of the flexy hose causing the lining to collapse and act like a one way valve. I wonder if clamping the hoses during servicing or repair can damage them internally. Its probably OK if a proper tool is used but maybe things like mole wrenches cause damage?
jeremy
I always get at least 40mpg from my hard driven Xantia. Things to check are its running hot enough, all your filters are fresh, and your tyres pumped up properly. Although the estate is heavier than the hatch, there should not be a significant difference. And yes, a damn good thrash does wonders!
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A good place to start looking for sticky brakes is the rears. Crud (technical term), due to the reaction of the two metals, builds up between the suspension arm and the brake caliper. This always builds up as a wedge and forces the brake caliper out of alignment. First rubbing pad to disk, then rubbing caliper to disk!
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