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Update to the Acceptable Usage Policy - Sept 2017

by GiveMeABreak » 01 Sep 2017, 11:28 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues
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Please note that the FCF Admin Team have amended the FCF Acceptable Usage Policy to clarify the rules concerning Profile Signatures and Commercial Posts as of September 2017.

An extract from the AUP concerning the changes is listed below, however all members are kindly asked to visit the following link and familiarise themselves with the updated...

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See my post above showing the portrait mobile screen on an iPhone 6plus - no avatar section at all, so focusses on the post content. The display is adaptive depending on your screen size and resolution, so different for each person depending on what they use. The changes were mostly to improve mobile use, where display options are obviously very...

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04 Sep 2017, 13:32
French Car Chat Forum
by GiveMeABreak » 25 Aug 2017, 13:05 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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The 'French Car Chat' Forum has now been renamed to ' The Off Topic Chat Lounge'.

There have been no changes to the existing topics or posts. It was just felt that there needed to be a place for posts that did not fit into any of the other categories and to encourage posts of a more general nature to be posted here instead of in the technical...

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hi,

Thx for the answare. I understand .
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05 Sep 2017, 09:09
FCF LDS Fluid Discount

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jul 2017, 12:01 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues
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When researching some LDS Fluid suppliers, I looked into one retailer Nielson CDG that Elis (EDC5) referred to me for comment. On looking at their description of the LDS, they were referring to Citroen as having 'Hydrolastic' suspension etc. - needless to say, I did contact them and explained the systems used by Citroen and the distinction between...

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I never used the registration utility because it is always wrong on just about every website that uses that facility, so they are not unique here.

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31 Aug 2017, 00:27
Private Message Improvements

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Jul 2017, 00:10 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues
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Just to advise members that we have made some improvements to the Private Messaging System used on the Forum:
We have increased the Mailbox limit from 100 to 200 messages
We have now enabled image file attachments to be sent in private messages.
All effective immediately.

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I have just adjusted a forum setting which should have fixed this issue.

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14 Aug 2017, 21:45
FCF Member Discount - EasyDiagnostics

by GiveMeABreak » 17 Jun 2017, 16:16 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

Please note that there is a 15% discount for FCF members from Easydiagnostics as of 17th June 2017. This is for members only and details are in the following link in the members' section:

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17 Jun 2017, 16:16

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Spheres, Hydraflush and Brake Bleeding
by CitroJim » 28 Jul 2008, 22:05

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A question that is often asked is how to replace spheres, how to change the LHM, use Hydraflush and bleed brakes. This is a (hopefully) a concise guide to these three related jobs. I post here so that comments may be added and "peer reviewed" before it is moved to a more appropriate area of the forum.

Pre Requisites

Before...

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As James says...

And...

hmmm.. maybe I think too much (or worry too much) but...

When you open it you'll hear a rushing sound as the system depressurises and LHM rushes back to the reservoir.

doesn't that mean the suspension will drop to low position?

No, because you are already on low if you followed the instructions ;)
And if the car...
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19 Oct 2016, 17:28
About this forum

by myglaren » 10 Jun 2010, 20:16
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The Stickies approach is proving rather unwieldy so we are trying something different.

From the vast amount of information on the forums we are attempting to create a set of 'instruction manuals' by splicing together existing posts on the subjects that seem to be perennial problems experienced by the membership.

It is an ongoing thing and...

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Go for it Adam.

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11 Nov 2010, 23:40
how to remove a mk1 C5 110 2.0 hdi turbo

by darbuck » 05 Sep 2017, 19:49

Hi guys as promised I said I would post a wiki and hope its in the right place but I forgot to take pictures as usual but any way here goes as best as I can. This is my first wiki so I hope it helps.

How to change a turbo on Citroen c5 turbo

1. Jack up the car
2. Support with jack stands
3. Drain down coolant (either store for reuse or dispose...

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05 Sep 2017, 19:49
Manuals

by doctle » 24 Aug 2017, 09:20
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Has anyone used Haynes Workshop software? How did you find it? Useful/less

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I doubt they stopped using paper manuals, this thing covers stuff like timing chains/belts torque settings fuses brakes etc for a lost of European cars.

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24 Aug 2017, 09:53
C5 X7 LED Upgrade for HP19W Bend Lighting

by GiveMeABreak » 22 Aug 2017, 18:42

I thought I would document the cornering / angular lighting upgrade for the C5 X7 with Bi-Directional Xenon Headlights , which use a Philips HP19W / PH19W 19 Watt bulb.

Please note this guide is not applicable to models fitted with standard Halogen headlamps, as these lamps use a standard H7 bulb.

This guide is for upgrading number 3 light in...

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22 Aug 2017, 18:42
How to... Retrofit 407 Coupé Front Parking Sensors

by DHallworth » 06 Oct 2016, 23:16
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Parking Sensor Retrofit

Parts Required:

1 x 7414LY - Sensor Brackets (Available from Citroen & Peugeot)

1 x 7414LZ - Sensor Brackets (Available from Citroen & Peugeot)

6 x 6590F6 - Parking Sensors
1 x 6568VN - Wiring Loom

(I bought the sensors complete with the loom from someone breaking a car on eBay)

Step 1 - Remove the front...

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Thanks Dave for clearing things out!
👍🏻😎

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21 Aug 2017, 23:38
C5 X7 Window Regulator Replacement

by bobins » 18 Jun 2017, 16:51
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If you own a 2008 onwards C5, then sooner or later the window winder / regulator mechanism will break and need to be replaced. Normally the cables in the mechanism rust through and prevent the window from opening or closing. As a short term fix, it should be possible to lift the glass by hand and tape it into the closed position.

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I don't think so unfortunately. It's a foam based adhesive that's really quite sticky. It's actually no problem to cut it and get it to stick back together though :)

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18 Jun 2017, 18:47
Replacing Xantia Instrument Illumination Bulbs
by CitroJim » 28 Nov 2016, 10:30

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Xantias are shocking for loosing a few of their many instrument pod illumination bulbs...

This guide will show how to replace them. Note that the procedure as described was carried out on an S2 Xantia and all the pictures are from a low-specification S2. I have pointed out S1 differences where appropriate.

First, arm yourself with around 30...

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I notice in your photos that your electric door mirror switch is the same as mine. I always thought mine was aftermarket as it doesn't match very well!

No, that's the standard for low-specification Xantias Jaf... Seems a most odd way of doing it to me!

Delighted my guide helped swap your bulbs... Excellent!
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20 Apr 2017, 09:42
C5 First Gen Suspension Pump Swap. with Pics

by citroenxm » 07 Feb 2016, 11:38
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I had a what seemed a daungting task of replaceing a C5 supension pump this week, I asked on here earlyer in the week about the process and there was a few posts but none with any pics. I managed the job yesterday, and was not anywhere as bad as I thought. I physically got the pump and motor swapped in about 2.5 hours, but had a small issue as...

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Some good down and dirty spannering Paul. It will be really useful for many.

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14 Apr 2017, 17:26
Brake Discs checks and limits

by Sloppysod » 25 Mar 2017, 19:00

I think this may be of help to some one.

Permissible brake disc assembly run-out on the hub : Less than 0,05 mm.
Click on the attachment to view.

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25 Mar 2017, 19:00
Replacing bulbs in C5 centre screen.

by myglaren » 29 Oct 2016, 19:26
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With a thin, blunt knife lift the centre of the surround until the tag clears the base

then gently ease the whole surround forward and clear.

Using a torx 15 remove the twos screws and lift the display clear, release the lock on the plug and remove the plug.

On the back of the unit are three bulb holders, twist to remove then...

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06 Mar 2017, 22:18
GUIDE: 2.7HDI Starter motor removal and refit procedure

by Finguy » 15 Feb 2017, 14:47
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Here's a guide on how to remove and replace starter motor for 2.7HDI PSA engine. My car is Citroen C5 but procedure is the same with C6 and Peugeot cars with this engine. English is not my native language so I hope this guide isn't too terrible to read. :-D

First you obviously disconnect battery and I trust that you know how to do that. After...

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An excellent right up, thanks Finguy - I'm going to copy this to the Forum 'How To' section for future reference.

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15 Feb 2017, 14:56
C5 X7 Pollen Filter Replacement & Air System Clean How To

by GiveMeABreak » 21 Jan 2017, 20:09
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I thought I would post up a 'How To' on replacing the C5 X7 Pollen Filter and Cleaning the Air Con / Air System, specifically for the Right Hand Drive model, as the very few You Tube videos on this are for Left Hand Drive vehicles and are generally not in English. Citroen Service docs don't really help much either as they show the process for a...

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Quite a job.
I did mine on the older model of C5 and it wasn't bad, just awkward to access as I am not as flexible now.

When I took the old one out - it wasn't there, just the cover piece, someone had cut all the rest away :(

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21 Jan 2017, 20:52
Installing Front & Rear Dash Cameras in C5 X7 Project

by GiveMeABreak » 02 Jan 2017, 17:27

I have just installed a front and rear Dash Camera in my C5 X7 Saloon and thought I might as well take a few snaps while I’m at it and do a write up in case anyone else is feeling completely bonkers adventurous. I’ve often thought about getting one, but when I thought, hang on this is an X7, do I really want to be pulling off lots of trim and...

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02 Jan 2017, 17:27
How to: Reset Peugeot DPF Fluid with lexia 3 PP2000

by wh1t3Zz » 14 Dec 2016, 07:15

PDF faulty (Diesel Particulate Filter Blocked) message appeared on my Peugeot 307 2.0Hdi 110 2002’s screen the other day.

I put JLM clean DPF in the tank and filled up the next day and after a few day the light went off.

I got the confidence to put infineum DPF fluid in the car yesterday and getting a £300+ quote from main dealer.

I also bought...

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14 Dec 2016, 07:15
Xsara Picasso rain sensor

by mokush » 23 Oct 2016, 21:03
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Hello Gentlemen!
Help me please...
I have a 2007 Xsara Pic and the multi sensor behind the windscreen seems to be dead. The LCD sreen says "Automatic lighting fault" and "Automatic wiper fault". I know that the previous owner changed the windscreen, so the sensor can be damaged or not fitted properly.
I think the error can be...

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Well, first, may I welcome you to the Forum.

If you can, I would suggest that you get a Lexia connected up to your Pic, and see what it says. It should give you a much clearer indication of where the fault lies (although sometimes it can be a bit of an art working out what it means). I cannot point you in the direction of a local Forum member...

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23 Oct 2016, 21:31
Xantia radio plug

by allanmc » 19 Oct 2016, 16:27
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I scrapped my Xantia a few years ago and removed a few bit's including the radio I now find I could use the radio in my Camper Van I should have taken the radio connector from the car but didn't could someone tell me where I could get one or explain how to wire the radio without the plug,by the way I now have a Citroen C3 which is big enough for...

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You need a patch lead. Unfortunately I don't think you'll find a ready made one. It'll be a case of getting a set of plugs from a Xantia with wires still attached and putting din plugs on the other end.

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19 Oct 2016, 16:50
407 Coupé 3.0 HDi Air Con Condenser Change

by DHallworth » 06 Oct 2016, 23:18

Ever since I've had the 407 Coupe the air con hasn't worked on it. When I tried to get it gassed it appeared to be pressure tight and took all of the gas without any problems. When the car was started and the compressor kicked in though all hell broke loose and it looked as if there was smoke coming from under the bonnet!

We took the under trays...

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06 Oct 2016, 23:18
Peugeot 307 Rear Magnetic ABS Rings

by SuperKev1969 » 06 Oct 2016, 13:29
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Hi,

First Post - Need some help.

I have a Peugeot 307 2003 HDI 90 Diesel Estate Car - Reg KLZ 9900.

I damaged the rear ABS Sensor Rings whilst trying to clean them as I was getting a fault code. I removed the little raised segments and now my speedometer does not work!

I have been trying to source replacements but am having no joy in finding...

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You need to get it on Diagbox to see what it is upset about - there are 2 users with the software listed in NI, but neither have been active recently (see ) so you are probably left with taking it to the dealer, or buying your own kit (for around the same price as a code read at the dealer!).

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11 Nov 2016, 11:15
Partner 2009(dv6ted4) immobiliser instal..

by Pluggit » 12 Sep 2016, 14:33
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Hello to all from a new member,

Bought the above a couple of weeks ago for my new business venture. A wonderful service history from its only owner, a motor factors and no expense spared. With oil and filter changes every 6k from now on, it should serve me well for a few years.
So, that said, its worth protecting from being driven off. I was...

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PSA done away with the 'double' relay around 2001/2002 with the introduction of Com2000, the double relay is now integrated into the under bonnet fuse box (or BSM unit as its known).
That's something I'd not realised actually. I found one on my TUD5B 106 (the late one with the electronic advance pump that did not work too well) and a huge ECU on...

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13 Sep 2016, 16:00
Bosch diesel pump on 1.9 Xantia TD

by Buffer » 11 Sep 2016, 18:32

I am completely new to the forum so please be gentle with me ! Can anyone tell me how to identify which version of the Bosch diesel pump is fitted to my 1.9TD Xantia

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11 Sep 2016, 18:32
citroen c5 2.2 2007 non starting manual transmition

by colin machin » 08 Nov 2015, 17:10
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A month ago the car just stopped running when i was doing 60mph and wouldn't start again. I left it alone a while and it restarted, and for the last month its been running ok, but i came to it this morning and it would make no attempt to start. The battery is fully charged and cranks over ok. it's just as if it is not getting any fuel so any help...

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isp thanks for the information i started another post earlier saying i was going to replace the crank shaft sensor as the engine had stopped altogether.and yes you where right it was the crank sensor .since i replaced it the car is spot on . thinking back it had a intermittent fault on the engine for some time but now every things ok .again thanks...

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07 Sep 2016, 10:01
C5 LEXIA

by exasperated » 11 Jun 2016, 08:04
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Hello All, I have finally got my C5 going but only after taking it to the Citroen agent. They identified it as a lack of power to the fuel pump caused by a fault in the main fuse box. This required a new fuse box, all is now well except my pride and wallet!
I, to date have not had much success with my Lexia 3 Diagbox, this I think is perhaps...

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Just tried connecting lexia to car again and connected for short time got half way through global report and lost communication tried again and again same thing happens all time but is OK when I use on 09 berlingo xtr

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07 Aug 2016, 13:37
Renault Megane MK 3 cabin filter replacement.

by Lighty » 29 May 2013, 23:11
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Tried to find some info on this today, and there is very little on the various forums, so I thought I would do,you all a little guide :D
Only info I could find was for LHd vehicles, but the RHD is very different.
The filter is under the dash on the drivers side (RHD) , the panel you need to remove is not obvious at all.
Anyway, to start, remove...

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Great info, it must take a few goes to get the time down........ I can't even see the filter cover even with the clutch peddle dropped...... Even disconnected the brake to get a look no joy......... Do it by feel tomorrow........

What is the replacement interval for this pollen filter?

I did mine at 4.5 years 90,000 miles which is to long. The...

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02 Aug 2016, 21:23
AX S1/BX/ZX Clock install and repair

by jsp » 31 Jul 2016, 04:15

I have made a guide to repair the AX/BX/ZX clock of bad contacts:

Hi, I am writing this guide to AX MK1 who has the midconsole roofclock.

Repair time 20-30mins

I have made a repair guide to fix it.

Last week my roofclock is resetting randomly so I decided to repair it.

In my AX 10E there is a blanking plate so I removed the plate and...

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31 Jul 2016, 04:15
C5 X7 replacing door handles

by vborovic » 16 Mar 2014, 13:21
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Plain and simple, going from no-chrome to chrome door handles, here's the steps how:

1. Current situation

2. Open the door, remove the rubber cap covering the torx screw (T20)

3. Previous handle vs. upgrade handle

4. Unscrew the screw, until you can pull out the fixed door handle part (you don't have to pull it out, or, to be...

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Many thanks this is pretty straight forward.

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29 Jul 2016, 00:16
C8 sound system

by jaws.man » 08 May 2016, 20:15

Hi. I have a C8 2004, and i want to replace the sound system, speakers and radio. Where can i get the scematics to access the speakers and dimensions? Thanks

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08 May 2016, 20:15
Xantia hdi 110 engine mount

by trapa57 » 09 Apr 2016, 19:20
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Evening All, my 99 Xantia saloon has succumbed to the failed upper engine mount bush/torque arm bush, part no 1839 46. As I suspect most of you already know, this results in the bush disintegrating in the triangular mount. The alloy mount with bush is still available from Citroen, but as I am a tight so and so I would like to replace the bush as...

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If you can measure it put up the details I have a box with a dozen or so of that type of bush in various sizes..........you never know :)

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10 Apr 2016, 09:19
Lexia 3 rev b rewire green plug

by TrojanL200 » 30 Dec 2015, 12:23

Hi all does any one have wiring diagram for male socket on Lexia 3 rev b cable that goes to car diagnostics socket. When I last used mine it pulled off when I was removing cable from test socket on car. I know this is a long shot but thought someone on here may know.
Thanks in advance Chris.

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30 Dec 2015, 12:23
Peugeot Citroen - How to remove gear knob - video tutorial

by adioperator » 26 Mar 2015, 10:31

Hello Peugeot - Citroen owners. Here i present another video tutorial: How to remove gear knob on 5+1 gears

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26 Mar 2015, 10:31
Diagbox v7.01 to v7.02 upgrade

by melmos » 23 Mar 2015, 00:08
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Hi, after three days of trying I finally got v7.01 loaded, but when I restart Diagbox, the upgrade to v7.02 fails. Does anyone have any ideas on this?

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You really need to be starting with Diagbox 7.02

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23 Mar 2015, 14:27
Peugeot 308 - How to remove and replace Handbrake Gaiter

by adioperator » 20 Mar 2015, 08:37

Peugeot 308 - How to remove and replace Handbrake Gaiter (2007-2013)
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20 Mar 2015, 08:37
C5 estate tailgate glass lock repair

by myglaren » 31 Jan 2011, 19:33
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Link originally supplied by seroyan

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It works on one of my other laptops so it is just the desktop that has some odd extensions in Firefox

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13 Mar 2015, 17:25
Weekly checks on a car - video tutorials

by adioperator » 17 Jan 2015, 09:54

Hello French Car Owners,
Here I present a project about weekly cheks on a car. There are some very simple checks wich only take a few minutes to carry out, but which could save you a lot of inconveniences and expense.

Episode 1 : Coolant level too low
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Weekly Checks Ep. 2 - Oil Level Check Peugeot Citroen 1.6 HDI (english...

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17 Jan 2015, 09:54
How To - Jump Strarting a car using a booster battery PSA

by adioperator » 17 Jan 2015, 09:47

Jump Strarting a car using a booster battery from another car Peugeot 307, 308 Citroen C4

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17 Jan 2015, 09:47
How To - Clean/Maintenance Battery, terminals and connector

by adioperator » 17 Jan 2015, 09:45

Hello,
Here we have a new tutorial on how to care for your car :)
How To Clean / Maintenance Battery, terminals and connector clamps on Peugeot Citroen

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17 Jan 2015, 09:45
How To - Peugeot Citroen 1.6 HDI Replace Air Filter Elemt

by adioperator » 11 Dec 2014, 13:50

How to remove and replace air filter element, Peugeot - Citroen 1.6 HDI

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11 Dec 2014, 13:50
How To - Peugeot Citroen 1.6 HDI Replace Fuel Filter

by adioperator » 11 Dec 2014, 13:46

Today presents you a video tutorial about how to replace fuel filter Peugeot Citroen 1.6 HDI.

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11 Dec 2014, 13:46
How To - Peugeot 307, 308 Citroen C4 replace polen filter

by adioperator » 11 Dec 2014, 13:07

Peugeot 307, 308 & Citroen C4 replace polen filter - video tutorial

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11 Dec 2014, 13:07
Lower Ball joint removal

by harryp » 17 Oct 2014, 18:38
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Hello all,
Was talking to Hell Razor at the XM25 and the subject of lower ball joint replacement came up :wink: . He suggested I put this on the Forum :-D .
Story goes I had tried the long bar, but desisted as the torque was doing horrible things to the suspension and nothing was moving :cry: . So I resorted to :shock: spending money :shock:!
I...

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"superloopy wrote:
Just to sing the praises of the Clarke rattle gun ... and as an update, it did my crankshaft pulley bolt in all of 5 secs!!"

Great :-D , Pleased to hear my balljoint removal wasn't just a lucky fluke :wink: ! I had to use a breaker bar to wind my whole crankshaft bolt out - really could have done with it then! Isn't...

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17 Nov 2014, 23:02
1998 xantia indicator issue
by foeism » 28 Sep 2014, 13:44

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hi

My indicator to turn right, is fine, all four of my hazard lights work great, but when I want to turn left the indcator light flashes on the console and the front indicator bulb dose not work (tried it at night) and checked the bulb.

Before I buy a second hand indicator stalk, is this a quick fix? Tried to search, bit nothing for my indicator...

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I am glad that you found the guide useful. At least you shouldn't have to worry about the contacts shorting out for a few years! :-D
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05 Oct 2014, 19:54
.. Remove Series Two Air bag and connections

by citroenxm » 28 Feb 2014, 17:52

S2 and late S1 connections behind the Air Bag are a bit tricky to remove if your not sure how..

So I did do this today bevause of this:

Yes, the air bag outer covering is comming away!

So needed to swap for another...

Disconnect battery
Turn wheel 90 deg, and behind top and bottom theres buired in the holes 2 Torx 30 bolts. Undo them with...

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28 Feb 2014, 17:52
How to: Refurbishing a Citroën leather steering wheel

by Prof. Dr. Holzauge » 19 Dec 2013, 12:01
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A common problem it is, that the coating of the steering wheel of C5 I & II gets sticky and awful:

Please note that there are (at least) three types of steering wheels used in C5 I & II:

4109 EK, 'honest' plastic steering wheel
4109 FN, 'looks-like-fake leather' leather steering wheel, with stitching but no padding
4109 EX, real...

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Update.

Recently came across a 4109 FN steering wheel, the one which looks like it desperately tries to look like a leather one, though a bit unsuccessfully. With stitching but without padding. To my surprise leather appeared after removing the old and awful coating. Despite this Citroën Service lists the 4109 FN wheel "a rubber steering...

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11 Feb 2014, 08:00
Good fix for weak or broken Xantia Door Hinges
by falling-out-with-my-car » 05 Jun 2010, 11:10

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for my citroen xantia S2 1998 1.9TD estate I bought what appeared to be a pretty good drivers door with great looking hinges after my original door top hinge failed miserably.

I had it sprayed the right colour from silver to dark blue and with some help managed to get it fitted to the car.

the top hinge lasted exactly four months before it...

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The hardest part is getting the gap right between the front and rear doors and
a wooden wedge leaves your hands free to do this, if your way worked out for you thats great,
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20 Nov 2013, 17:57
306 hdi glow plug not lighting up fixed now

by Welshy_Pete » 21 Jul 2013, 11:06

My Peugeot 306 hdi 1999 during the winter and cold times the glow plug light used to come on. But since the weather warmed up I've not seen it on for awhile now.

The car starts and drives fine no problems. I was thinking the same why the light stopped coming on maybe the warmer weather.

I worked out today why the glow plug light wasn't coming on...

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Last post by Welshy_Pete
21 Jul 2013, 11:06
Xantia 2 - rear wiper fixing the unfixible..

by longgo » 13 Jun 2013, 17:18
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Hi folks,

When i bought my Xantia`99 estate, the rear wiper try to make some moves.. for a minute or two and die and that is why i decide to open it anyway and found problems and their solutions.

1. take the unit out
2. put 12V direct to the white whire and ground to the black one

that will remove any unknown factors because give 12V...

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A very thorough walk through. Moving to "How To"

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Last post by myglaren
13 Jun 2013, 22:25
C5 Diagnostic socket

by billt992 » 29 Dec 2012, 21:33
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Hi can anybody please tell me where to find the diagnostic socket on a C5 2009 so I can plug my Lexia 3 into.
Thanks

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Lift up the arm rest then pull back the rubber cover at the top just behind the slot for the catch pin and you'll find it under there.

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Last post by DickieG
29 Dec 2012, 21:39
Cruise Control Faultfinding

by CitroJim » 29 Dec 2010, 13:01

The Cruise Control fitted to the automatic Xantias and XMs (amongst others) is a vacuum operated system manufactured by Hella. It can be troublesome and the following is a brief faultfinding guide.

The system consists of dashboard switch to turn it on/off, a relay operated by the switch, an ECU, a stalk to engage and control speed and resume, a...

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29 Dec 2010, 13:01
How To: Seatbelt Pre-Tensioner Connector Repair

by addo » 12 Nov 2010, 09:08

This is a common complaint on '90s Peugeot/Citroën models; "The airbag light keeps flashing at me"... Seen it (or similar) on a few other Euro marques as well.

It's registering an intermittent connection through your underseat connector plugs that fire seatbelt pretensioners in the event of an accident.

Many solutions I don't like...

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12 Nov 2010, 09:08
Xantia 1.9TD and 2.1TD Aux Belt Tensioner Replacement

by CitroJim » 28 Dec 2008, 10:20
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The spring loaded auxillary belt tensioner as used on the later (aircon) 1.9TD and 2.1TD fail due to the needle roller bearings failing and digging into the bearing sleeve, causing it to eventually seize. It gets "notchy" to begin with.

The tensioner can be replaced in-situ with minimal dismantling but access is poor. Here is how.

The...

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Hi Greg1100 did you get a spring yet? I'm sorting mine asap and if the spring on mines ok you are welcome to it.i'l check to see if hole round and not elongated but that's not the problem on mine it the bearing/wheel that's gone so should be ok?

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22 Jun 2010, 09:13

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