Being thick again, sorry n'other Xantia Q

Post by **martyhopkirk** » 22 Feb 2004, 23:02

Whats the diff between Hydractive and non Hydractive suspension, and how do i tell which one the car has.
M plate Xantia 1.9 TD (sorry cant give model type yet).

Post by **martyhopkirk** » 22 Feb 2004, 23:05

Thanks in advance for anyone who will put up with my painfulness and ignorance regarding Xantia.... mind you i can tel you allsorts about the Austin Maestro, Renault Laguna and Bond Mini (like dont buy any of em).

Post by **RichardW** » 23 Feb 2004, 00:52

Marty,
Hydractive is computer controlled suspension that can switch between 'hard' and 'soft' mode by isolating or including a third sphere on each axle. Available on VSX Xantias - easiest way to tell is to look for the switch next to the handbrake with a wheel and spring on it. In sport position, the point at which it switches to hard mode is made earlier (based on body roll, steering input etc etc).

Post by **martyhopkirk** » 23 Feb 2004, 02:48

Ahhh.... that makes sense.
Thanks.
Marty.[:D]