c5 estate rearwindow problem

john alexander · Unread post by **john alexander** » 01 Sep 2009, 12:53

Hi just found a guy on ebay selling a solution to the rear window opening problem on c5 estates , do we have an expert on here who knows how to do it. Think it must bypass HRW circuit. Regards John.

den169 · Unread post by **den169** » 01 Sep 2009, 15:00

John i have the detailed instructions on how to do the tailgate repair,Let me have your email addy and i'll email it to you.

Simon99 · Unread post by **Simon99** » 02 Sep 2009, 14:16

Had same problem when first bought my C5 estate.
Found this on line: http://users.skynet.be/sky83161/sven/openingc5.pdf
Excellent with photos!

john alexander · Unread post by **john alexander** » 02 Sep 2009, 22:02

Hi thanks for that , its the same info I got by email,and very helpfull it is. I just wonder if its possible to repair the tracks rather than fit wires ???. Regards John.

Citroenmad · Unread post by **Citroenmad** » 03 Sep 2009, 10:04

That is the exact fix our C5 estate had done by a local Citroen specialist, much better than buying a new window

Unread post by **myglaren** » 03 Sep 2009, 21:23

Had mine done by the autoelectrician that recharged the aircon, took him 15 minutes while my son's car was being recharged.

john alexander · Unread post by **john alexander** » 05 Sep 2009, 12:59

Quick update , I've now got the new handle for the window and will also have a look at the possibility of fitting a switch beside the number plate lights thereby missing out a mile of wiring . I bought the new handle as my original one had ben broken by the previous owner. regards john.

john alexander · Unread post by **john alexander** » 26 Sep 2009, 23:45

HI window now opens , I used the info supplied but the two smaller torx bolts had to be drilled out as the caged nuts had rusted to the bolts (never rains etc).The only thing I changed was I used superglue to stick the wire to the inside of the window, much less obvious. When I figure out how to post pics I will add them. many thanks to simon 99 and den169 . regards John