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Brief forum outage expected Tuesday 21/05/2019 - Completed

by xantia_v6 » 19 May 2019, 15:41 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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Our hosting provider is installing some security updates, and will be taking our server off-line for a short period some time on Tuesday.

They are not giving a scheduled time, so it will happen when it happens...

This site should restart itself cleanly after the reboot.

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Haven't noticed a thing!

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Yesterday, 15:51
Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:22 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

Please note that there is a new procedure in place for members wishing to take advantage of a 15% discount off products from Easydiagnostics.

The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.

After discussions with Jim from ED today, we have agreed a new...

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03 May 2018, 17:22
Member Email Addresses

by GiveMeABreak » 13 Oct 2017, 18:06 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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To All Members

Members are kindly requested to check their profiles to see if their email addresses are current and please update these where necessary.

Some of our members have noted that email sent to others on the forum are bouncing back as unrecognised. We appreciate that people change their email providers / addresses over time and don't...

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Please remove me from the list,

Mike
Done.

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10 Nov 2018, 22:01
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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04 Jan 2010, 19:44

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C5 (X7) Component Failures /Faults / Replacements Poll

by GiveMeABreak » 01 Mar 2018, 19:21
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C5 (X7) Component Failures /Faults / Replacements Polll

X7-Saloon.png X7-Tourer.png

This is just an experiment to see if this is something that would be of interest to members and could be extended to other models. There would seem to be common and not so common part failures, so I thought an ongoing poll may be useful for members to record...

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Have another go, fill the depression around the pinion with marine grease and it will not fail.
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Today, 07:21
LDS Tank Bursting Warning Labels

by GiveMeABreak » 05 Mar 2019, 16:11
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Attention C5 and C6 Owners

Another member of the Forum recently had his C5 X7 LDS tank explode at a recent tyre fitting session, when the vehicle was lowered back to the ground.

For those unaware, the C5 and C6 should have the suspension raised to the highest position and the LDS tank cap removed whenever the vehicle will be lifted off the...

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Thanks Marc, I was going to give your post a like but couldnt bring my self to break the sequential score you currently have...

If I clicked like that would raise your score from 1234 to 1235, and erm, I'm a little OCD :rofl2:

Get yourself joining in on the significant milages thread Jay! There are a decent crop of number noticers on here...
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17 May 2019, 22:07
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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Your build date was 23rd June 2010 for that RPO. This is another reason why there is a visual check using the click fit unions to make sure, as there can be models produced that were using the old stock near to the changeover period. Also the RPO is a guide - but must be used in conjunction with the colour of the click fit. So DON'T fill with...
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29 Apr 2019, 14:00
Possible source for some hydraulic parts for Xantias

by xantia_v6 » 25 Apr 2019, 03:43

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appears to be a Turkish supplier of hydraulic parts who is attempting to get into the markiet of supplying after-market spares for Xantia parts that are now obsolete. Their pricing seems very reasonable.

I have no other knowledge of the company.

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Hello....welcome

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25 Apr 2019, 23:49
Free Citroen Mechanics Handbooks

by GiveMeABreak » 01 Nov 2018, 14:24
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Citroen have a range of mechanics handbooks available, mostly for some models before and up to 2005 that are freely available to registered users. To make these more easily available to others, I have assembled the available resources into a table below with links to relevant PDF file which you can download.

These are in English and in PDF...

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Yes, same thing :). Very explanatory for beginners.
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20 Mar 2019, 14:40
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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I though i had posted on this one yesterday but hay ho, thanks for the heads up as the lads one ( 2003 xsara picasso 1.8 dohc petrol ) seems a little sluggish when starting, so will check when he is on holiday in about 2 weeks, cam belt time.
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05 Oct 2018, 10:46
Citroen Recommmended Engine & Gearbox Oils

by GiveMeABreak » 14 Dec 2016, 17:52

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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14 Dec 2016, 17:52
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
Head removal on XUD - points to take?

by chinkostu » 02 May 2019, 15:56

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So the Xantias let herself down and decided to stick oil into my nice new rad, matrix and the rest of the cooling system. I bypassed the oil cooler and flushed however there is still a lot of oil collecting, enough that my top hose was solid (think the stats jammed up with it as well)

I'm certain it's HGF, but looking around it seems to be a pig...

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Oil feed pipe? it goes to a fitting on the block just below the manifolds - you can reach it from below (of course ensure the car is properly supported)

I think it is something like a 17mm pipe union nut - same at the turbo feed end too although it looks like they've used an adapter to fit to the turbo (mine is a KKK unit but my previous Xantia...

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Headlights for xantia

by bill hughes » Yesterday, 20:41

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Hi All I need a pair of uk spec headlights for my 2000 xantia 2.0hdi 90hp estate, as far as I know they are not electric levelling, can anyone tell me where the best place is to buy them, any help would be appreciated,many thanks Bill this forum always comes up trumps,

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The replacement headlight glasses are usually only for fitment to S1 Xantia, and are usually the early style with a really bad beam pattern.

On the ebay site on the left hand side, you should be able to select the location as UK & Ireland, which will mostly find you RHD parts.

is a bargain, unfortunately only for one side.

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Today, 15:56
Xsara picasso audio wiring

by thebrasso » Yesterday, 18:16

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Hi there.
Can anybody please adsvise me to the speaker and power wiring colours inc tweeters for a 2007 1.6hdi desire?

I have found loads online wilt plenty of contradicting diagrams. Is there a definitave guide.
Any info would be greatly appreciated..

Thanks in advance.

Mainly the speaker polarity colours tbf..

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Thats excellent. I have had an aftermarket set up for years, but want to make sure everything speaker wise is wired correctly. (POLARITY)

Much Love

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Today, 15:47
Wiring Diagram Berlingo VIN specific

by Berwicklaw » 20 May 2019, 15:25

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I am seeking a wiring diagram specific to my vehicle a 2.00 2002 Belingo van : Vin: VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] with ABS and AC.
The specific problem is that my mechanic has removed a non functioning ABS together with all the associated bits. However we now have a permanent handbrake/brakefluid warning light which neither my mechanic or his auto electrician...

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But I suspect the insurance issue will still stand - so you'll need to notify them and get the cheque book ready.

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Today, 10:17
C4 Picasso 1.8 dipstick

by niallmoran » Yesterday, 16:47

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another wee request for folks that have access to parts catalogue....i've been looking for a new dipstick for our C4GP 1.8 and i can only find dipsticks listed for diesel versions....can anybody provide the part number for the 1.8 so i can see if its the same as any other model?

Cheers
Niall

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thanks Marc :D

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Today, 09:47
C5 X7 late 2009...uncertainty about the suspension problem

by rmunns » 17 Apr 2019, 10:54

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You must all be getting fed up with my questions and antics in trying to fix my suspension problems. To briefly recap....Car failed CT (MoT in France) because suspension is judged too supple. The tester showed me his test method - i.e. just pushing down in each corner in turn. Yes, car does take 2 or 3 bounces to stop on each corner. I suppose it...

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What happens if you do a bounce test?

All doors etc shut
Engine running
Car risen to normal height
Push down firmly on rear end repeatedly
- does it feel springy?
- how far can you push down?
Do the same at the front
- same questions

Turn engine off, all doors etc closed
After 30 secs or so, can you hear an audible loud click from each end of...

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Yesterday, 22:24
citroen synergie swap from one to another

by tony1976 » 20 May 2019, 19:06

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Hi guys,

does anyone know if i can get away with swapping some parts from one to another, the donor car has lots of extras which i really would like on my other synergie.
i've decided to keep the one with less mileage and try and transfer some stuff over as it hindsight the car with less mileage is probably the better option for me as i intend to...

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Thank you so much for your efforts I really do appreciate it

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Yesterday, 19:07
C5 III Tourer 2010 3rd brake light

by Richard_C » 10 Jul 2015, 14:06
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The middle brake light is dead. Surprisingly it passed its MOT, tester told me but said it wasn't part of the test.

LEDS should last forever, so I checked out the wiring around the tailgate hinge and find that I have volts getting past the bendy bit - not got all the way to the lamp itself yet. So next job is to remove umpteen bits of trim and...

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Just to say this post was really useful for me to repair my third brake light. After disassembing the rear spoiler, I used the multimeter to check for resistance. I swear, I had no idea on how to use a multimeter, but after watching a video on YT, it turns out it's really easy. If you're not in the know it seems like witchcraft.

Anyway, the LEDs...
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Yesterday, 18:38
My turn for a C5!

by Hell Razor5543 » 14 Jul 2015, 20:11
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Well, the eagled eyed amongst you might have spotted my signature has changed recently. The reason for this is that during Royal Ascot Gracie decided to misbehave somewhat (not as bad as last year; the central locking in the driver door failed, probably the wiring in the door concertina, but it meant I could not secure her, and she started making...

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I suspect I already know the answer to this question (based on what I saw on docbackup), but does anybody know if the short length of wiring for the tailgate glass on a C5 Mk1 estate can be replaced? It is damaged on mine, too close to the glass end to be repaired, and a close look at where the wiring goes into the metal plate hints that it MIGHT...
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Yesterday, 18:28
C4 heater/air con not working

by petef » 22 Dec 2016, 18:18
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Evening all

The heater blower on my wife's 2007 c4 VTR coupe has suddenly stopped working. I thought a good clue was that the air con light and air reciirculation light (standard non auto system with rotary controls) also stopped coming on when the relevant button was pressed. ie no power would appear to be getting through which would seem to...

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Hi Justin,
Thank you for your answer.
I have automatic AC. Your fix worked, the blower and the resistor are ok, I have checked both with multimeter. The problem is when I turn off the engine with the heating on, it won't work after next engine start-up, it just blows on its full power during ignition ,(2-3 seconds).
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Yesterday, 18:21
Air con condenser o rings

by niallmoran » 17 May 2019, 13:00

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Another quick query folks.....i've got a new A/C condenser to fit to our C4GP to hopefully get the system back up and running but i'd like to also replace the o-rings rather than use the old ones but i can't seem to find out what size they are - anybody know (or have the part numbers for the OE ones?)

Cheers
Niall

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so new condenser in (the old one put up a fair fight - the bottom connection was a right swine!) and an assorted selection of o rings from amazon matched the spec that Marc provided so all back together and ready for re-gas tomorrow....fingers crossed that nothing else is wrong :D

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Yesterday, 16:33
xantia seats

by protemporum » Yesterday, 15:41

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Hello, does anyone know if driver and passenger seat squabs (cushions?) are interchangeable? Drivers seat squab is slowly collapsing and i am sitting lower in seat. My back and knees are no longer young, so bending double to change items needs to be a once only job! Xantia 2.0 petrol 1993 - M reg.
Thankyou.

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Hello 'Stickyfinger', thank you for that FAST reply. I did search the forum, but unless i entered the wrong words, could not find any entries. thanks again Roger.

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Yesterday, 16:02
C5 X7 Electric Window Stuck

by Tony H » Yesterday, 14:19

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2009 C5 X7 Estate 2.0hdi exclusive

My driver side window will only move about one inch up or down.

I have stripped the door card off and below is a video and pictures of the mechanism.

Can anyone work out what is wrong and what part is needed to fix please?

Not sure how its ment to work or what I am looking at.

Thanks

1zBsH9dlAB4

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Here you go, item 3

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Original Part number: 9675898980 £412.46
or cheaper Citroen one - Part number: 1619991280 £119.75

With these part numbers, you can search for alternatives on the market if you prefer.

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Yesterday, 14:50
C5 X7 Exhaust Silencer Heat Shield Fixings

by Tony H » Yesterday, 12:46

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The exhaust heat shield above the backbox is rattling because one of the fixings is missing (pictured).

There is a captive thread sticking out the middle hole (the picture does not show this well at all) but it is very rusty and probably wont take a nut or will snap if I try.

Is there a way to replace this as I can't see a way to get to the top...

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Item 5 would seem to be the part in question - although there are no specific fixings detailed for this part that are immediately obvious....

The associated fixings can be seen though for the various other parts. It is fixed in 4 locations at the corners - so you would have to at least loosen some of the others to get the bit out I suspect....

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Yesterday, 14:18
2005 C5 LDS

by Bikernerd » 17 May 2019, 17:47
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Hi guys, wondering if you can shed some insight for me..

I have a very smell yet very irritating LDS leak somewhere around the tank. Looks like it's dropping onto the top of the pump from somewhere above, I've checked all the obvious hoses and they seem okay. And my mechanic had all the wheel arch off and had a look (replaced a clip he says) is...

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Well at least they'll do all the repressurisation and bleeding for you. Just make sure that includes all the LDS fluid too as they'll need a fair few litres of that!
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Yesterday, 14:11
What's this blinking led in my Citroen C3 dashboard?

by ams232 » 19 May 2019, 12:11

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Hi,

I got this light blinking all the time on my Citroen C3. I couldn't find what this means in the user's manual.

Citroen C3 1.4 HDI Exclusive 16v 5DR 5 door hatchback

Any help much welcome.

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I was thinking about that, but specifically why you have the flow plug light on and the ABS fault.

You may have other issues going on there to be honest which may or may not be related to your other dash problem.

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Yesterday, 09:36
Wheel tracking "computer says no"

by aerodynamica » 18 May 2019, 10:49

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I think the tracking is off on the Xantia ever since I changed the strut tops and lower arm bushes a month or so back.

I called into National tyres and after asking what car it was, said they couldn't do the tracking on them because they're too old!

It's only tracking!

It seems that they have to put in the computer system what make and model...

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Thanks all ☀️☀️

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20 May 2019, 19:02
Xsara Picasso suspension issue

by MorayDavid » 19 May 2019, 19:18

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Hello.

I have a Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 petrol 2010 plate.

In April i noticed a clunk/twang whenever i steered moderately/ hard to the right, ie slow speed turning and parking. To my untrained ear it sounded like the driver-side suspension.
I took the car to a garage and they replaced the coil spring and checked the CV joint and suspension....

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They look ok!
The platform goes below them so if spring breaks as has happened on them it stays within not venturing into the tyre!

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20 May 2019, 16:30
AM6-2 automatic gearbox - max torque / power ?

by jay-bruce » 20 May 2019, 09:44

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Morning all, just wondering if anyone knows the limits of the am6 gearbox used in C5's and 407's? Reason I ask is I've been researching the Jaguar variants of the v6hdi, and some of them were 302bhp/516lbft vs our 241bhp/332lbft; so... a certain Scottish eccentric evil engineer is thinking to himself on making his c5 x7 tourer up to 300bhp. Then I...

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These are different depending on engine type - the boxes have different part numbers and markings accordingly.

Engine legislative type XFV UHZ / X8Z RHR 4HL
Tyres 215/45 R18 (245/40 R19) 215/45 R18 (245/40 R19) 225/60 R16 (225/55 R17) (245/45 R18) (245/40 R19) 225/50 R17 (245/45 R18)
Speed in kph at 1000 rpm in first gear 7,97 9,72 8,61 9,75...

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20 May 2019, 10:14
C5 3.0 V6 240 hdi Oil Capacity/Over the Max Level - Did I f**k up?

by tredy » 11 May 2019, 21:25

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So I changed the oil on the C5 3.0 hdi 2 months ago, car manual says oil capacity with filter change is 6.25L
I did everything according to the manual, put into the new oil 6.25L (supposing a mistake had been made it wasn't over 6.3L anyway!) and the stick level was slightly over the max level, the initial system oil check says oil level correct...

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Glad you got the citroen sorted, but even if the weather was scottish rather than sunny, I'd still have relished the trip for access to real italian food :-)

There is nothing in the world, up to and including the outbreak of a full on nuclear war, that cannot be sorted by good lasagne and tiramisu.

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20 May 2019, 09:35
Key fob jot working

by boristhespie » 19 May 2019, 22:57

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I left my 136bhp 2006 C5 hdi sitting for 3-4 weeks. Started it up occassionally but left it for two weeks at end without. Anyway key fob remote locking disnae wirk now.

I changed the battery but still not working. There was a lot or grease inside. I gave it clean. Still not working. Bit weird because was fine. Not done diddly to it.

Any ideas?

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You might be able to get a solar panel from Aldi (for £25) if you ask nicely. They had them for sale a month or so back. When I called into my local Aldi last Tuesday they were no longer on display, but when I asked about them a store assistant went out back and got one for me (which I gave to my brother). They are not high powered (just designed...

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20 May 2019, 08:59
Citroen Synergie remote key transponder

by tony1976 » 18 May 2019, 19:06

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Hi All,

Does anyone know if the the transponders for the Citroen synergie clamshell type key are interchangeable?
I have found a few on eBay but the number on the sticker is different to mine they do however look identical.

I have attached the picture of mine and one I have found on eBay if anyone could advise before I get it wrong that would be...

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Yes you can 👍🏻

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20 May 2019, 08:20
Citroen C2 cam belt has gone

by tomjyoutwit » 19 May 2019, 12:52

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Good afternoon all.

I’ve been meaning to get my cam belt done for a while, but was putting it off due to cost!

The cam belt has now gone and I’ve had the car towed home. I’m wondering if it’s a job that can be done at home in the garage? Especially if I buy a new cylinder head.

Whilst I’m at it I need to do the rear passenger spring as it’s...

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It really depends on your abilities, as far as cylinder head removal & refitting goes TU engines are probably one of the easiest ones you will do.

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19 May 2019, 23:48
Bumper washer blanks

by boristhespie » 15 May 2019, 13:09

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Hi

Anyone have a supplier for those wee blanks over the washers on a bumper for my C5 2006? The seem to cost a fortune for what are small bits of plastic, to which we have to add the cost of paint.

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Thanks guys
Extortionate price for these and then paint needed. I see homemade plastic
covered in gaffer tale.calling.

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19 May 2019, 22:53
C5 X7 Tourer Tailgate Trim

by hawkeye » 16 May 2019, 20:32

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Hi chaps,

Ive just repaired the rear washer pipe, using the Citroen repair kit (Part No 6439J4 if you need one). In order to avoid removing the trim I used Lenny's method of making 2 holes in the trim to access the 2 hidden spoiler bolts, but now need to remove the trim as one of the bolts has fallen inside! Does anyone know the correct method...

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From the part number 6438J4 it looks as if it's not so much a repair section as part of the original pipe - presumably not improved over the original design with that flimsy convoluted tubing? Does the headlining have to be moved to get at the connection at the forward end? Also, given that my lash up repair might not last too long - how much was...

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19 May 2019, 13:57
Xantia S2 Steering Wheel Photos

by Saraphee » 18 May 2019, 06:33

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I have an XM, which at some point in it's checkered history has been fitted with a Xantia 2 wheel.
It's under refurbishment right now and one of the things I hope to do is connect the 8 (Yes 8!!) Control buttons to my about to be installed Pioneer Audio/CD/USB/Bluetooth Head Unit. I've got what I am assured is the correct connector kit BTW.

The...

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Do you have the multi-way connector for the steering wheel controls?

In this photo it is the black connector on the right. Your car may never have had one if it did not originally have steering wheel controls.

The orange connector second from right should be the connector for the air bag.

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19 May 2019, 06:44
Retro fitting parking sensors and kit C5 X7

by admiral51 » 17 May 2019, 22:00
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This is more of an idea than something i am actually doing, just trying to work out if it is possible.
2010 C5 X7 2.0 Hdi with satnav VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff]
I am pretty sure it can be done, but has anyone tried it before and would anyone recommend trying it :-D

Planning for the future and trying to save money on body shop bills if we buy it from my...

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Hi Marc, looked into it, think it is possible just didn't go any further than just looking.
Also, all what I know is on a 2011 exclusive, don't know if other models have the same harnesses.
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18 May 2019, 19:32
Coolant bubbling over, car warning to STOP

by Maidinbritain » 18 May 2019, 14:13

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We had our Citroen Grand Picasso fully serviced by our local Citroen Garage. They did something to the heater. Since getting back it has developed this major problem where the coolant bubbles over, lasts only a day before needing topping up. After a very short journey, the car will indicate to STOP and the engine makes a horrific noise which I am...

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Have a look at the invoice, too, and see what parts/consumables etc were involved in the service.

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18 May 2019, 16:46
Citroen synergie Your opinion matters

by antoniod » 18 May 2019, 07:07

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Morning All,

i have just bought another Citroen synergie the vehicle is a 2001 2.0 hdi in impeccable condition inside and out it really has been looked after.
my dilemma is do i keep by 2002 with 114000 on it which is a little tatty or run the 2001 with 205000 on it.
my question to you experts is are these engines really good for 300 + miles if...

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I have serviced a number of vehicles with the 2.0 HDI motor in them recently, they all sound the same from 40,000 to 200,000, a nearby taxi company parted with a couple of 406s recently, with 600,000 and 650,000, they are both still driving around, My Xantia has 152.000 and has never been better, keep the one you like.

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18 May 2019, 13:31
C4 Grand Picasso Key Type

by niallmoran » 17 May 2019, 12:56

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Afternoon folks - i've been looking at getting another key for our 2008 C4GP and i think i've worked out that i can do the programming using lexia if i get the code from citroen dealers and get hold of a new, blank key. Looking on ebay, there seem to be a fair few very similar but different 3 button keys and i was hoping somebody could point me in...

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I got the codes for our X7 and 308 a few months ago. Cost me £60!

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18 May 2019, 09:05
C4 Picasso front suspension coil spring - video

by Rosanbo » 16 May 2019, 15:33

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I found this and it's a good video on replacing coil springs C4 Picasso Mk1 - I guess similar to the Mk2 ?

Richard,
I was looking to find out how the air duct comes out...The air duct on Mk2 Picasso from the top of the radiator to the rear of the engine a plastic 3 inch diameter air duct. in the thumbnail of this video (or runtime 3:00) you can...

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Richard are there any other car makes/models that use the DV6C engine layout as we find in the C4 Picasso ? Thinking I could buy a haynes manual if another car has the same engine... Ideally I mean the exact same layout or very similar. EDIT: Ah you said above your 3008 has the DV6C. Is there a Haynes for that, what year is it?

And maybe the...

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18 May 2019, 00:07
In my Xantia, the high impact sound in small pits

by DrXantia » 25 Apr 2019, 20:51

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Hello friends,
I live in Turkey and I have a problem for a long time which I could not solve unfortunately.
Last year, I renewed all 6 balls (I do that every 5-6 years) But my problem is that the problem with the back of smaller gaps always get very hard shock. As if someone had hit with hammer.
But at normal speed, the suspension is very nice. I...

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Thank you,
I think I will uninstall the rear height corrector and check everything.

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17 May 2019, 22:04
ESP/ASR issues + oily sparkplug threads

by fieldsofelysium » 17 May 2019, 18:45

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Hi all,

This is my first post and I'm a total beginner when it comes to the inner workings of cars, but I have been struggling with this issue for a long time now. My Citroën C3 (2010 model) has been having these intermittent issues related to ESP/ASR. The fault occurs usually when first starting the car (typically in the morning) but also...

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Just post it when you get the chance as I need specific info that I can get from the VIN. It’s on one of the lower corners of the outside of the windscreen.

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17 May 2019, 21:59
C5 2008 (X7 ?) Turbo Fault

by admiral51 » 27 Oct 2018, 14:47
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Finally my C5 has given me a kick after 7 years of pretty trouble free motoring :(

It is a 2008 1.6 Hdi so one of the early new shape models.
I have the service light on and it says risk of particle filter risk of clogging. I originally tried to regen it by taking it on a long motorway drive but still says the same.
I have taken it into a garage...

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Well just seen the MOT report now that is what i would class as a very observant tester
Monitor and repair if necessary (advisories):
Items removed from drivers view prior to test air freshener ()

=D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D> =D>

I did try to care of the old Devil Car she is pretty solid just needed your time and TLC and you should be proud of...
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17 May 2019, 21:28
Banjo pipe/bolt joint query

by Med_tech3 » 04 May 2019, 14:15
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Hi.
I have recently changed the turbo on my 1.6hdi C4 Grand Picasso. Since changing it, it leaks oil from the banjo pipe. I did install new copper washers but it is coming out from where the pipe and banjo end meet. The banjo end is also free to move up and down on the pipe but stops before the pipe pokes out into the hole in the banjo. Is the...

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The top pipe seal is free-floating, hence the movement. I'm told the oil pressure ensures a good seal (as long as the pipe is dead-centre straight and not twisted when tightening the bolt).

The bottom revised banjo bolt with removable filter can be left in place as long as it's cleaned regularly but the turbo manufacturer (Garrett) advise it's...
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17 May 2019, 18:29
2.0HDI hunting at idle

by dave_xsara » 16 Apr 2018, 13:08
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There has been an intermittent issue with my 01 Xsara over the recent number of years whereby the rev counter would fluctuate by approx +/- 75rpm around idle (750rpm I think) with an odd blip of +250rpm. There has been a few sporadic incidents whereby the throttle response was noticeably lagging moreso that usual.

The car gets a mixture of...

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Never worry - I thought as much, but thought I'd throw it up anyway!
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17 May 2019, 18:04
C5 X7: JWS 3309 vs. JWS 3324

by marsalek » 03 May 2019, 10:09
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Dear colleagues,

I am about to change the auto box oil in my C5 X7 3.0 HDi from 2013. Based on service.citroen.com is the proper oil AW-1 (i.e. JWS 3324). I read here in the forum that for the EURO-4 engines the oil was JWS 3309 and for the EURO-5 the mentioned JWS 3324. Althought this was apparently for the same gearbox.

So what has the...

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Hi folks,
I have run three C5 X7's, the first being a 2.7HDi and the later two 3.0HDi's. I have never been a fan of the 'sealed for life' idea on an automatic transmission & as these Aisin Warner boxes fitted to PSA Group vehicles (& incidentally various Volvos/Saabs etc) do suffer from faults in the hydraulic valve block, I always did a...
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17 May 2019, 17:50
intermittent brake failure

by toby5959 » 17 Jul 2013, 07:16

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As a new member I thought I would give it a try in hopefully getting some help with a braking problem on my 53 reg xsara picasso 2.0 HDI. I drive about 30k a year and the car is about to go over 100k. Last month whilst crawling along in a queue, the outside temp showing 32C, went to stop but the brake pedal went straight to the floor, next push of...

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Hi All
I am Having the same problem on my Xsara Picasso 2001 2.0Hdi.
i have changed the master cylinder and it does not change anything.. it is the same problem.
Does anyone solve this problem?

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17 May 2019, 12:36
Error P1490 C5 X7

by xf1ref » 14 May 2019, 11:54

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Hi,

Last weekend while driving home I got two times the warning message risk of particle filter clogging.. . Later, connecting the diagnose I have found stored in engine ecu the fault P1490 - Detected overloaded.

I don't understand why I get two time the warning message, all the conditions to start regeneration were met.
In standard parameters/...

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Ok, so the tanks vary engine by engine. For your DW10CTED4 engine, unusually there is less fluid than many of the others:

So it would appear that at the factory it is filled to 1.57 Litres.

As you know there is no 'physical' measuring system - it is estimated by the engine ECU on the X7, based on regens, mileage, driving conditions and fuel...

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17 May 2019, 11:27
Engine ECU Reset. Anyone know how?

by Dibber » 15 May 2019, 22:53

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I want to clear the adaptions on my engine ECU on my C2.
I have read a few posts elsewhere on ways to do it but the information seems dubious. Some are nothing more than battery disconnects. Others are effectively BSI resets.

Is it the case there is no method other than Lexia or one of the pro level scanners?

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Unfortunately, tweaking settings with a screwdriver and a spanner are long over! :-D

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17 May 2019, 10:43
Berlingo 1.6hdi wiring diagram

by Dloch11 » 16 May 2019, 21:50

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Evening.
Would anyone have a wiring diagram for a 2007 1.6 hdi Berlingo?

I have fault codes showing which could be in the same run of wires from the ECU.
Plan is to test wires to find any breaks or shorts that could be causing faults showing. Mainly p0237 low voltage to boost sensor.

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VIN Please - and I assume you mean engine ECU?

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16 May 2019, 21:57
Xantia bumped today - much sadness

by aerodynamica » 04 May 2019, 15:38
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Going through a junction today a car pulled out and pranged the rear 1/4 panel.. Pretty gutted actually this rare Mk1 sinker VSX is an ongoing project. I know the car pretty much inside and out.

O well, it's with the insurance people now but obviously it's uneconomical to repair. Not sure what to do next :(

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Thanks, neither me or the other party are claiming so I'm just going to fix it. I've had all the boot panels out and true enough the only access to the area it via the 'intra wing vent' that would have to be cut and enlarged to accommodate. No real problem because it turns out to be rusty anyway.
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16 May 2019, 18:08

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