Xantia front strut problems

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MMate
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Xantia front strut problems

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So my Xantia's front struts seem to be failing, as the front lowers through the night and there's much returning LHM. Do I have to change it, or is there a way to repair it? And if it can be repaired, I suppose there's a kit, can someone hit me with part numbers for it?
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Re: Xantia front strut problems

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I have access to this diagram which I have got by making the assumption that it is a 2.1TD Xantia II Estate. :)
XANTIA II - 0291 03 434505 - FRONT SUSPENSION CYLINDER SPHERE.pdf
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Re: Xantia front strut problems

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Not always worn strut seals.... (but it is normally)

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Re: Xantia front strut problems

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Thank you! It is indeed a 2.1 estate but it's an X1. I suppose this is not a problem though as the strut of the 2.1 and V6 differs from all others so it should be the same through the years.