Citroen C6 brake caliper rebuild

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Re: Citroen C6 brake caliper rebuild

Post by cornesoutafrica »

Thanks for the tip Marc. I will go that route as I hate thirdparty devices!!

One new question as I do not see the need to create another thread. The engine number on the 2.7 v6. Where on earth is that number as I need it for police clearance. Sigh.

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Re: Citroen C6 brake caliper rebuild

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If it’s the engine serial number you need, then I’ll send it to you via PM
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Re: Citroen C6 brake caliper rebuild

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I need the physical spot on the block of the engine for visual confirmation, unfortunately
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Re: Citroen C6 brake caliper rebuild

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Ok I’ll locate it for you as soon as I can
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Re: Citroen C6 brake caliper rebuild

Post by cornesoutafrica »

Thank you Marc.
I did try myself to locate it. But I didn’t have alot of time so I missed it. It is quite cramped in there!!
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Re: Citroen C6 brake caliper rebuild

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Ok, so the engine identification is in 2 locations:
C6 ID.PNG
C6 ID 2.PNG
First is engraved on the Cylinder block:
  • "a"Production line
  • "b"Date of manufacture
  • "c"Legislation type
  • "d"The name of the manufacturer
  • "e"Identification marking
  • "f" production serial number
Second is on the plate of the front valve cover:
  • "a"Production line
  • "b"Date of manufacture
  • "c"Legislation type
  • "d"The name of the manufacturer
  • "e"Identification marking
  • "f" production serial number
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Re: Citroen C6 brake caliper rebuild

Post by cornesoutafrica »

Thanks Marc

I hope that she will be with me within maximum 4 weeks. But will keep you guys posted.
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