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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
Supersticky

by myglaren » 04 Jan 2010, 19:44

All sticky threads are now to be found in the new ¨Supersticky¨ forum - for the time being at least.

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Merged Lexia & Diagbox threads
by Monkeyfeet » 22 Dec 2011, 10:09

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Hi to all interested in buying a Lexia (I'm one)
Not sure if this has been linked to before but if the sellers' claims are true about PCB quality it might be interesting:

10% off would bring the price down competitively. BTW I'm no expert on Lexias whatsoever and I have no connection with this seller.

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I thought it was worth mentioning as you had the eHDi! If you were going to buy a Lexia anyway for general - then nothing lost, but just for this particular operation, then it might be a bit of a gamble.
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XANTIA BLOWER WORKING INTERMITTENTLY
by infidel » 28 Sep 2012, 15:37

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HI, I have a year 2000 Xantia HDi with what I believe to be a common but rather complex problem: the heater blower works intermittently, shutting off for days at a time, and then coming back on. I know little about auto electrics, and don't understand a lot of what's on other threads. I would be most grateful for any advice!
Thanks,
Stewart

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Welcome back to the forum Nigel :) Good to see you back...

It was not me with a blower problem - I was only expressing puzzlement ;)
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05 Sep 2017, 16:53
Eolys?
by wizzer59 » 08 Nov 2012, 01:17

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Ive been told there are two types eolys, what goes in mine? its a 02 C5 2.2HDI 136 Exclusive hatch, been looking at Pat fluid DPX 42/176 is that ok?

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as im skint etc and as the pat fluid is mixed with the fueland not into dpf could i not just fill eloys tank with good diesil and just pop off dpf anually and pressure wash?

In a word no!

Without the additive the carbon produced by the engine will be harder to burn and build up faster. I also suspect that it will also be harder to blast out...
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21 Aug 2017, 17:16
Check your POSITIVE batery lead!! PICS ADDED!!
by citroenxm » 19 Jan 2012, 13:39

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So.. this week, I learent a bit about potetiial fire hazard.. Even on LATE Xantia HDi's...

Main car in Question as in my blog.. Mums Y reg 2001 HDi 110.

Basically, the car failed to start and had always been slow to start.. unit it failed this week. So thinking as quick as sticking a new battery on.. this was fine untill I looked a bit deeper,...

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Since fitting those, and adding a second cable* between glow-plug relay and glow-plug 'rail', the 2.5TD now starts on a mere tweak of the key.

* Originally, our 1996 XM was fitted with a stout 4mm2 multistrand cable arriving the the GP relay main contacts (from Batt+), but only a single 2.5mm2 leaving it, and heading off to the GPs. What??...
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26 Jul 2017, 09:59
please help! Strut Tops.
by taffy » 06 Feb 2013, 15:17

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Hi everyone! For years I have owned xantias I've had 12 and today has got me really worried!!! Citroen don't sell strut tops anymore!!!???? Please help me mine are gona go soon and iv spent 3000 on it...can't stop now lol!!...thanks in advance

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Wow this thread still helping people :)
Hope everyone is well I've finally got a c5 1.6 hdi facelift!! Years I've waited!! Haha I'll be back for advice soon lol!!
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25 Apr 2017, 12:27
Xantia plumbing
by KennyW » 27 Apr 2014, 17:58

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Hi All,

Can anyone tell me if pipe no 9 from front and rear braking supply (1st diagram) goes over or around diesel tank on my old gal as I will have to probably have to replace same when I trying to fix my problem with my feed pip into anti sink sphere.

see other thread below

Kenny

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Here's a link to an associated subject. Height corrector cleaning.

Always best done when replacing pipes. But can it be done with the car on its wheels rather than axle stands.
I've bought a couple of car ramps with lifts on them which will raise one end of the car to a decent height even when depressurised. I can't see any reason why I'd have...
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26 Mar 2017, 18:13
Citroen Recommmended Engine & Gearbox Oils

by GiveMeABreak » 14 Dec 2016, 17:52
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As we get many questions about the right type of engine and gearbox oils to use, I've compiled a guide for most of the engines and gearboxes on the FCF Wiki.

This guide is for Citroen recommended oils for the specified engines and climates, providing the part numbers for these products. There are other oils available, but they should meet the...

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Confirmed that the link is fine.

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31 Dec 2016, 00:10
Diagnostic Equipment Advice

by myglaren » 18 Nov 2016, 18:01
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Please note the following points when using Lexia, Planet or Clip diagnostic equipment!

A Vehicle Communication Interface (VCI) and associated software such as Diagbox, Lexia, and Peugeot Planet 2000 are professional-level diagnostic tools. Extreme care should be taken when using these devices as incorrect use may adversely affect your vehicle...

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Damnit!

Should have locked it :(

Have now :P

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18 Nov 2016, 18:50
The answer to the rusty Xantia Jamb...
by citroenxm » 14 Dec 2012, 15:16

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I have the last shell on the trailer to go.. so I decided today to remove the off side door jamb, as its in good order..

Starting here.. anyway.. as I cut round I noticed a Foam behind the metal..

Yes that IS a form of expanding foam UP in the arch space to help deaden noise! How canny!

As you can see...

The part itself is in good...

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Those "bungs" are available from the dealers...
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09 Nov 2016, 15:35
Malcolm Goldberger AKA Citronut
by Mothman » 07 Jun 2015, 08:14

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Just been informed by Chris Salter that my good friend Malcolm has been admitted to hospital with acute leukemia. He went to his doctor earlier in the week with some bad bruising and was immediately refered to hospital where he was put straight into intensive care where they nearly lost him. The next few days will tell. I was only speaking to him...

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Deeply sad news. Condolences to Malcolm's family at this tragic time...

I've had the pleasure of knowing Malcolm since my very beginnings of Citroen ownership and have much to thank him for.

I am locking this thread now. Please continue in the new thread in the Fallen Heroes area of the forum.

Thread is here
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03 Jul 2015, 08:18
C5 Door Switch Location

by EDC5 » 28 Jul 2017, 11:36
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I'm having a bit of an intermittent fault. Somethimes when I open the drivers door the interior light doesn't come on, the seat doesn't move back and the central locking remains locked for the other doors. As I say it's very intermittent but quite annoying when it does it :(
I've had a look at the car and the forum and cannot locate the position...

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When it does eventually give up I'll be back no doubt!

Well, I'm back :(

Over the weekend the door switch seems to have died completely so it's time for a replcement.

Is this the item I need?

There appears to be a multi-way connector so that suggests that the door switches and possibly the lock solenoids are all internal to the unit?...

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What Oil - Picasso Xsara 1.6 HDI VTX 07

by Andle » 12 minutes ago

Hi,

Car needs an oil change. It's done 80k.

National tyres and Autocare - are recommending this:

I'm unsure if it is the best one for an older engine - one that I need to keep going for a while.

I ask the oil / lubricant experts to help open up a discussion on the topic - so we can all learn something by exploring the subject matter....

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Recommendations - 1.6 HDI VTX Xsara - 80k

by Andle » 17 minutes ago

Hi,

New member here - first post.

As above - old engine 80k miles - a 1.6 HDI VTX Picasso Xsara.

Looking for recommendations for a mechanic / garage in and about London U.k - that is well regarded and very knowledgeable in this product class.

Car is emitting white smoke and a foul smell - no mayonnaise under the oil cap - so need help.

Thanks...

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17 minutes ago
Citroen C5 fuel filter housing electrical connector

by danny_c5 » Today, 11:49
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Hi

Any advice on this.

C5 2hdi 54 plate was having starting problems 12 months ago, wouldn't start or turn over completely died when I was pulling out of work in 2nd gear, got the error message Diesel in fuel filter

Got the car towed back into works car park and changed the fuel filter reconnected and still no joy, tried jump starting it again...

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There would appear to be an electrical connector on the diesel fuel filter on the Mark I 110 HDi - part 4:
MK I Diesel Filter.PNG

@ danny_C5 - Perhaps if you posted up your VIN, we can ascertain the correct model.

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Today, 15:01
C5x7 pass

by Stickyfinger » Today, 13:27
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C5x7 Zero Pass @ the MoT

Record stands......I still have a 100% No Advisory record at the MoT garage for any car in the last 5 years taken there.....always a nervous time however

Yippieeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee

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All good teams need (and employ) somebody who can spot when something is subtly wrong. The bit that takes real time (and money) is training them how to make it RIGHT!

An that is not me.....I would have to put Jim and James in my suitcase and take them along with me :)

I have met a lot of service managers who just do not care.....maybe I care...

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Today, 14:08
1.4hdi running on 3

by xsaras4ever » 09 Sep 2017, 15:42
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Hello to all.

Our trusty 1.4hdi xsara has developed a fault.

We drove it to work at 3h30 on Friday, stopped it for about 5 minutes and when we restarted it had no power and felt like it was running on 3 cylinders.

Brought it home on the trailer and removed the air-filter box - started the car and one by one removed the electrical injector...

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Thank you! The injectors are a pig on the 307 last time I changed a seal I cracked the windscreen it was designed by a man that never worked on a car I think

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Today, 13:05
Injection pump Lucas 1.7d and 1.9d

by xsaras4ever » 17 Sep 2017, 12:02
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Hello to all.

We have a 205 - 1.7d and the Lucas injection pump is leaking.

We have a Lucas injection pump from an XUD9 - 1.9d. It looks the same, apart from the diesel return pipe (which we can swap) and the little damper on the throttle.

Any experts out there who can say if the pumps are compatible ?

Thanks in advance.

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Hello to all,

the 205 has the bit in the red circle and the 306 pump that we are going to fit does not - is it necessary ?

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Today, 12:27
C4 Picasso transmission and clutch

by decoban » Yesterday, 16:42
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Hi guys.

I'm about to change the flywheel (and clutch ecc.) on my C4 grand Picasso from 2010 with egs. (half automatic transmission)
My diagnostic tool can't handle that operation and need to find one that does. What tool and software should i use for this operation? :)

regards Klaus

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The main dealer will be able to recalibrate it for you, but do be aware that these are highly sensitive systems.

Whatever you do, make sure you use the correct oil - a member had a very expensive nightmare as detailed on this thread:

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Today, 09:47
rear hydractive sphere removal - &*@!!!

by pseud » 17 Sep 2017, 21:17
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OK, next Q on this quest - how the &*@!!! do I get the rear hydractive shpere off?!

Unlike the wheel spheres this is mated to steel not aluminium - so, my guess is it can rust solid... Also, unlike wheel spheres, it's mounted on a verticle axis, so I can't swing on my chain wrench with all my weight and nor can I lock the mounting solid by...

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My Boschhammer goes round and round; in and out and round and round, or; just in and out without going round and round
I try to remember to turn it from round and round to in and out when I put the chisel on - but, sometimes I forget...
It's an SDS (but takes twist drills that, well, twist - but, that's just another way to say: round and round)...

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Yesterday, 23:39
Rear bumper trim replacement C5 X7

by osx » Yesterday, 20:52
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Is it possible to replace this without removing the bumper? Tried to pull the old one out but it's harder than I expected. Any tips?

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There you go then, seems the bolts are screwed in. At least you know now.

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Yesterday, 22:19
C5 Sphere pressure testing and replacements

by Dommo » 15 Sep 2017, 16:30
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Hello all.

I've had a quick search but it's hard to find any definitive answers, is there one particular place that is best to go to for replacement C5 spheres? I would like them to have the same membrane as the OEM spheres, so clearly Citroen is the obvious choice, but do other aftermarket sphere manufacturers make them for the C5 with the...

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Thanks chaps.

Do we assume then that pressure is still lost while the system is pressurised, rather than just sitting on a shelf? I'll have a poke around on ebay for some new old stock spheres, if not I shall resort to Citroen but would rather not as for 6 spheres it soon gets expensive.

Cheers

There has to be some loss - albeit much more...

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Yesterday, 22:12
Side airbag light won't go away

by johnny625 » 17 Sep 2017, 21:53
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Hi folks,

I am having yet another nuisance with my Xsara. Its a mk1 1998 1.9 td. Now the main air bag light goes on ignition and goes off as normal after a few seconds. The side air bag light does the same but after only a few seconds comes on steady and does so while I drive and until I turn of the car.

I have a sneaking suspicion that its a...

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Glad to inform you that I have fixed the issue. After spraying every orange cable connector with a contact cleaner near the air bag ecu and giving the under seat connectors a slight bend in the pins, the light is gone. I hope it will stay off for a while at least. Fingers crossed.

I have working theory about why airbag lights seem to stay on...

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Yesterday, 21:30
STUMPED!!!white electrical smelling smoke from rear of engine bay
by darbuck » 16 Sep 2017, 08:01

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Hi Lads, I am having a strange problem on my 2003 C5 2.0 hdi it has white smoke coming from the rear engine of the engine bay,it smells rubbery, as some of you may know I recently removed the engine and replaced all suspect gaskets while I was changing the Turbo I know that there is very few electrical's behind the engine and the smoke seems to be...

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:-D I may
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Yesterday, 20:45
C5 suspension grump

by myglaren » Yesterday, 15:30
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I mentioned previously that there was a slight leak of fluid a few days ago.
Tried to see the source and couldn't. Decided not to risk the Chevrons rally due to the distance but went to Teesside yesterday - 80 miles round trip.
By the time we got back here the power steering had packed up.
I decided to buy some LDS and top up the reservoir and...

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He hasn't responded yet but the Polish bloke I use will be the one to scratch his head over this one.

My ramps have disappeared :(

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Yesterday, 19:45
Early sinker Xantia parts for sale.

by mirafioriman » 30 Jul 2017, 22:10
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Finally started stripping my Xantia today as per my earlier thread some parts are already sold I'm now listing parts I've taken off with details and pictures. Thought I'd give people here a chance first before I start listing parts on eBay and other sites. If you have any questions please feel free to pm me. Pictures of all parts are here:...

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Finally got round to adding a few more pictures to Facebook.

Alternator (was new a couple of years ago) £30.

Sunroof assembly including motor etc £50.

Manual non heated door mirrors £15 each.

Rear parcel shelf with blind (lifting cords no longer there) £20.

Headlamps (with later pattern lenses) £20 each.

Pair of front fog lamps complete...

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Yesterday, 19:17
...Berlingo solenoid/immobiliser bypass

by Chris123 » 14 Sep 2017, 14:40
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...Hello there everyone (...another newcomer to the forum)

...So ...I've recently written-off my 2000 Berlingo van ...and after trying to restart it ...all I get is a key warning light and beep beep beep beep ...first ...with research it looked like it would be the fuel cut-off switch that can be triggered by having a bump ...but I can't seem to...

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If that's the case it's possible someone replaced the lock barrel and left the original transponder taped to the loop inside the column case. Either that or the immobiliser was disabled in some other way that has now failed. I suspect the first option as it could've been dislodged in the accident.

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Yesterday, 15:10
Xantia Rear screen and heater fan not working help

by zs&tas » 16 Sep 2017, 05:59
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Hi it's a MK1 xantia. Both heater fans and rear heated screen stopped working same time , I read some old posts with old links, I've got it down to a faulty ignition switch , if I wiggle the keys I can get the fan to work. I'm wondering on the easiest a-team method of fixation :mrgreen:
I love my lowish millage xantia but let's be honest its...

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It may be sensitive to the weight of keys dangling from it.
You would think some folks were jailers with all the keys they cart around.

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Yesterday, 15:10
2005 C5 II V6 fuel regulator mount...

by AlvinCitroenC5 » 11 Sep 2017, 11:01
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Hi,

Does anyone have a photo or a diagram of how the fuel regulator is mounted in the 2005 C5 II V6 Petro? The butcher who have worked on the car prior to me owning it have used tie wrap to secure the regulator right now.

Below are the photos of how the current fuel regulator is secured. Thank you for your help.

Alvin

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No problems, good luck with the new car too.

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Yesterday, 13:26
xantia rear anit-sink sphere replacement?

by pseud » 17 Sep 2017, 17:58
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Good Folk,

I'm in the process of sphere replacement and have got my knickers in a knot over the rear 'anti-sink' sphere.

The hydrolic pipe goes in the back and gets disconnected as per standard hydrolic pipe into component; and, gets connected as per standard hydrolic pipe in to component - not, as per standard sphere onto standard sphere...

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IIRC the pipe seal is a 4.5mm one. I would also use the normal seal, to prevent the sphere from rusting onto the bracket. An old ring seal will do the job, as it is not really sealing the sphere, just preventing metal to metal contact.

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17 Sep 2017, 23:03
Xantia 2.0l HDi do i purchase one ?

by bradfordlad » 17 Sep 2017, 15:15
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Well its been a few years since my XM left me and i have been driving around in everything but a Citroen and want one again...Never been in a Xantia or really know much about the 2.0 HDi engine ...Can anyone tell me what the car is like to own,reliability of the engines.

Thanks for now =D>

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I had the 2.0 HDi 110 SX. A very reliable car and very responsive. Every one of my friends who rode in her said they loved the drive. A very reliable engine and I never had a thing go wrong with her in my years of ownership.

As for buying one now, like anything, the age of the car will be against you in terms of things needing doing and the...

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17 Sep 2017, 17:15
Factory Sphere markings on a 05 C5 II 3.0 V6 Petro

by AlvinCitroenC5 » 20 Jun 2017, 05:31
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Hi,

Can someone please let me know the factory Sphere markings on a 05 C5II 3.0 V6? I think it is time to replace my spheres and that I think non-proper ones were installed onto my vehicle.

Thank you.

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Marc,

Thank you.

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17 Sep 2017, 16:27
C4GP lights fault

by Eddie Nuff » 29 Aug 2017, 16:24
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C4GP I've bought is throwing up a couple of faults. First the particle filter additive level too low sign on the dash obviously pointed me towards the eolys tank needing feeding. On speaking to the garage that performed the last service back in May he said they had filled the tank but not being a Citroen place they hadn't had a Lexia on it. Lexia...

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Nicely done, shame you won't get a chance to try out the size 10s!

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17 Sep 2017, 13:57
Tick...but no tock.

by milleplod » 15 Sep 2017, 17:29
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Sitting in traffic today, no radio on, I could hear a rythmic ticking from the engine area....around once a second. It was quite soothing really, but I suppose I should find out what it might be! :) Oh, the car's an '09 2.0HDi Exclusive.

Pete

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Only a whirring / whining noise, not a clicky noise on the C5.

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16 Sep 2017, 21:12
Steering Rack Leak(?) + Outer Driveshaft Boot

by Sloppysod » 02 Sep 2017, 18:26
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What an afternoon, and I feel things are just getting started................ :( :(

Found oil on my drive so decided to hunt down the leak, and doing so found the outer clip on the outer drive shaft boot had broken thus alowing the boot to empty itself all over the inside of the wheel and hub, swinging arms........yuk. - added some Molybdenum...

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Well thats a Job I don't waont to do again!!!
Made a slight 'mod' that hopefuly means I will not have too, placed a tie rod gaiter over the rack, Tie wrpped on then cut the over end so that the insulating rubber which fits fron inside the car sits in side and hopefully has seald the shaft from spray and whatever.
Now, the rack when mving it by...

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15 Sep 2017, 19:40
Citroen c2 problem

by Inkcandy » 13 Sep 2017, 21:19
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Hi guys, so we have a Citroen c2. Been going absolutely fine, driving fine no problems just flew through mot, no problems idling, no misfiring or anything like that just sweet. So my misses was driving it yesterday, stopped at the traffic lights, it cut out but started again, got another 15 miles down the road and it conked out completely, won't...

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No worries, let us know the outcome when you get a chance, it may help others in future. :wink:

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15 Sep 2017, 09:30
Front wiper motor??

by LadyJLB » 14 Sep 2017, 06:51
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Hi everyone.. I'm new here and would really appreciate some help! I have a citroen, xsara, picasso desire 1.6. For the past month my wipers have kept on stopping, meaning having to get out and nudge them to work! Anyways they have now finally packed in! I have checked fuses, my water and jets are fine, which makes me think the control stalk is ok...

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It seems straight forward - book time less than an hour.

Remove the wiper arms (undo the nut on the end, then pull the arm off - probably needs a small puller)
Release 3 off 1/4 turn buckles on the front edge of the scuttle grille, then pull it down off the screen
Disconnect the cable from the motor at the centre (often need to press or lift the...

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14 Sep 2017, 21:00
Looking for a Citroen C2 Cooling fan wiring schematic

by davie206 » 12 Sep 2017, 23:33
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Is anyone able to source a schematic for me? Automate, E3 and Haynes pro don't seem to have it.

Thanks

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For an accurate wiring diagram lots more info is needed eg what year is it?, what engine is fitted? with or without A/C ? & ideally the VIN or at least the R.P. number.

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14 Sep 2017, 12:19
Creaking ****** doors!
by milleplod » 06 Sep 2017, 08:47

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My X7 tourer's rear doors creak more than my knees do on a cold, damp day! :shock: I've lubricated the hinges, many times, but to no avail - the noise is awful, and its LOUD!! Am I missing something, is there a hidden part that needs greasing??! Its driving me barmy! :evil:

Pete

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Thanks for the info Marc, I'll have to have a look at a more recent car to update myself.
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Last post by moizeau
14 Sep 2017, 07:53
Stickies little Daffodil

by Stickyfinger » 13 Sep 2017, 21:57
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Let me introduce Daffodil. Some will already know her, others maybe not......but here she is. A little AX poverty spec 1ltr petrol.
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I picked Daffodil locally, not from a hedgerow but from a local estate row of garages where she had sat untouched for 2 1/2 years., she cost £103 (£105 as I had no change with me)

I spent a week...

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She's a real little beaut Alasdair :) Amazed at how good she is under the bumper and grille...

Now it's exposed, check that resistor is good - it is what controls cooling fan speed - as they have a habit of going open-circuit due to corrosion...

Check the cooling fan works as expected.... If it is open then the fan will only operate at high...

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Last post by CitroJim
14 Sep 2017, 05:24
RT3 RD4 SatNav replacement...

by nonnus » 13 Sep 2017, 18:05

hello...

I have a doubt about the RT3 DR4 head units.
I have a Citroen C5 Mk2 (2004) with RT3 RD4 SatNav head unit... and I realise that there is a Head Unit that it is very much the same but it has Mp3 decoder it also rt3 rd4... mine rt3 rd4 does not... insted the symbol in the bottom left corner is compact Disc not Mp3.

The doubt is if I can...

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Last post by nonnus
13 Sep 2017, 18:05
LEXIA ECU re-set

by Cfiver » 25 Jun 2017, 11:52
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My Lexia is registering that the ECU has been accessed 46 times out of a maximum of fifty. Can I re-set the ECU to original factory settings with the Lexia?

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In short no - just ignore it - you will still be able to access the ECUs.

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Last post by GiveMeABreak
13 Sep 2017, 16:32
Xantia power seats - maybe common faults?

by pprado » 23 Sep 2007, 06:30
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Guys, I just bought some electric seats for my car.

However I have not installed them yet because of some failures I needed to fix, and because I needed to get power for them somewhere.

The car has the wiring for heated seats but not for powered seats... And I couldn´t find the other end of the wiring. (If anyone knows please let me know!!!)...

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2. Cracked pipe

The motor stops pumping when the pressure reaches a defined level to prevent from rupturing a bag. On my seats, If I held the switch to fill a bag, it filled the bag and stopped - but would re-start in about 5 seconds and refill a little. Thus, pressure was dropping.

On both seats, the crack was on the pipe exactly where the...

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Last post by elma
12 Sep 2017, 17:39
05 Estate 1.6hdi rear boot button and wiper not working

by Rochy101 » 12 Sep 2017, 07:28
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Hello all,
I still have the same car and problems to boot, this is why im in contact again. rear boot catch release works very seldome and i have to slap the body work or rhe rear wiper ( now not working as well ) to get the catch to realse the door. Also when the rear boot door finaly opens the wiper moves amout 10cm's ar a time but now never...

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Paul r many thanks , it makes a lot of sense and hrs of fun forthe whole family and soon enough a fixed loom😁

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Last post by Rochy101
12 Sep 2017, 10:07
2.0Hdi EGR valve failure

by centurus2400 » 31 Aug 2017, 08:45
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My C5 X7 is coming up to 70,000 miles and the engine, whilst in my ownership, has always run impeccably.
However, over the last few months I noticed an occasional slight hesitation and lack of throttle response when accelerating.
A few weeks ago it started fine from cold but then had minute or two of missing, and reluctance to rev, which then...

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Nice Jgra1, maybe when you will have some time to have a look at the valve. I found a movie on youtube where is shown the sticky valve from RHR engine and I suppose if the stepper engine and electronics are ok the mechanical part can be cleaned.
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Last post by xf1ref
12 Sep 2017, 08:47
C5 X7 loud creaking from front both sides.
by EDC5 » 04 Sep 2017, 16:02

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Recently, I’ve noticed a sort of metallic creaking noise coming equally from both front wheel (or possibly underneath) whenever the car leans. Be it turning a corner, jiggling the wheel left and right whilst moving very slowly or even pushing the car side to side above the driver’s door.

On my old focus I had a similar problem that turned out to...

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Yes, they have a metal shim above to protect the joint.......see my links in my first post
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Last post by Stickyfinger
11 Sep 2017, 13:44
C5 suspension

by zeeshanzaki » 11 Sep 2017, 03:44
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I noticed couple of times that when the car was lowered after jack up, the suspension drops down to the lowest level. Then i have to wait for couple of minutes to raise them to normal height. I also see some oil on both front suspension. Is this normal behavior or something need to be fixed.

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I knew about the height setting, but I was unaware of the need to remove the cap :shock: I must remember that #-o , its true you learn something new every day . The amount of times I could have done damage it doesn't bear thinking about. :oops:

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Last post by darbuck
11 Sep 2017, 13:30
c5 headlight adjustment problem help

by donmazzei » 09 Sep 2017, 09:18
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Hi experts who maybe able to help got a c5 2008 facelift version my passenger side bulb is too low but also noticed when the bulb is in its not stright its touching the ring around the bulb. The other headlight doesnt do this how do i sort this out?

Is it something to do with the white adjustment tab on the top?

Thank you!!

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Take a couple of minutes to compare the positioning of the metal 'ring around the bulb' on the driver's and passenger's side. I think it's possible to inadvertently knock them out of position when fitting the bulbs. If it's bent then you can just about bend it back by sticking your finger or suitable implement in through the bulb' hole.

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Last post by bobins
11 Sep 2017, 13:26
Code

by matty1626 » 11 Sep 2017, 10:13
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Just had my engine management light come on and ive had this error code anyone know if it just a sensor something i could change myself or is it a trip to the garage.

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The error code will be related to one of the oxygen sensors. If they are working correctly, then it may indicate that your Catalytic Converter needs cleaning or replacing. Catalytic converters can trigger the engine management light (via the sensor readings) even if they are 90% unblocked.

These can be hard to remove due to the high temperatures...

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Last post by GiveMeABreak
11 Sep 2017, 10:58
2005 Citroen C5 Hand Brake Question...front right cable snapped and all other calipers cannot engaged?

by AlvinCitroenC5 » 11 Sep 2017, 06:41
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Hi,

Recently, I have replaced the front right hand brake cable on my 2005 C5 II V6 Petro, because it snapped when I pulled up on the hand brake.

My question is: To my understanding, the hand brake, unlike other cars, engages all four brakes. However, when the front right cable broke, the hand brake level was unable to engage any other calipers....

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Thank you for clarifying this.

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Last post by AlvinCitroenC5
11 Sep 2017, 07:13
to cruise or not to cruise
by darbuck » 08 Sep 2017, 16:17

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Hi lads I am contemplating adding cruise control to the c5 any opinions, is it worth the hassle. :idea:

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thanks for that James my yearly mileage is going to be increasing significantly and I think the cruise and the auto dim would be beneficial for night driving and motorways plus I like toys
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Last post by darbuck
10 Sep 2017, 09:35

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