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Forum maintenance 15/01/2020

by xantia_v6 » 14 Jan 2020, 05:34 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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The forum is due for a software update on several components, including the PHP engine, the forum core software and several forum extensions. I have been doing preparatory work on this for a few weeks, and I think that all of the packages are ready.
I intend to start on this this week, which will require the forum to be offline for several hours...

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I see that some of the header buttons are not configured properly, I will fix that later today.

That seems to be fixed now...

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15 Jan 2020, 05:18
New PSA Heritage Parts for Classic Cars

by GiveMeABreak » 11 Oct 2019, 16:18 » in Citroën

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Parts for Classic / Older Citroen, Peugeot Renault Vehicles

This may be of interest to Members with older vehicles where getting parts is a struggle and for those not already aware of the site.

PSA are embarking on a project to provide some supplies of original and re manufactured parts for older vehicles and classics, and have made it a...

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I've used them a couple of times, most recently for a pair of XM rear ram gaiters.
Not cheap, but the only source found for new ones.

The Search box will accept original part numbers, so no need to go ploughing through the long, illustrated lists. Some good stuff there, genuine and new!

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11 Oct 2019, 17:47
Lexia / PP2000 / Diagbox Warning

by GiveMeABreak » 29 Jul 2018, 15:57

Because there have been a few recent cases where people have bricked an ECU and left their car potentially inoperable using Diagnostic tools, here's a little common sense guide that may be useful.

Note: L3 = Lexia 3 , PP2K = Peugeot Planet 2000 , DB = Diagbox

Here are some basic points to take note of to try and avoid the potential doom and...

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29 Jul 2018, 15:57
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

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BSI Reset / Battery Disconnection / Reconnection

by GiveMeABreak » 25 Feb 2019, 12:23

I've put together a procedure to cover both a BSI reset and for those replacing a battery or needing to disconnect the battery prior to undertaking a repair.

For the purposes of this post I will use the term 'multiplexed' to refer to different data networks and protocols including for example:
VAN - Vehicle Area Network
CAN - Controller Area...

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25 Feb 2019, 12:23
Easydiagnostics Equipment Discount for FCF Members

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:14

For those interested, French Car Forum members can obtain a 15% discount of products at the Easydiagnostics website.

Easy Diagnostics Website

Any member who wishes a 15% discount code to use with Easydiagnostics needs to send a Private Message (PM) to GiveMeABreak .
We will send to Easydiagnostics an email to verify your FCF username and...

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03 May 2018, 17:14
EOBD Fault Code Prefix

by GiveMeABreak » 30 Mar 2018, 13:52

Diagnostic Code Identifiers (SAE / EOBD Standards)

Here are the explanations of the make up of a diagnostic fault code Prefix:

First (Character) Identifies the Related System
P Powertrain
B Body
C Chassis
U Network
Second (Digit) Type of Code
0 Complies with EOBD Standard
1 Manufacturer Specific Enhanced
Third (Digit)...

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30 Mar 2018, 13:52
Applying Diagbox Updates

by GiveMeABreak » 28 Mar 2018, 13:17

Diagbox V7 Update process

Always ensure you have a copy of your licence file from a working and activated Diagbox prior to performing any updates. Your licence file can be found at:
C:\AWROOT\BIN\FI\APPDIAG.SYS)

Ensure the Diagbox application is closed
Launch only the single update you want to install
Follow the instructions.
When the...

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28 Mar 2018, 13:17
Diagbox Firmware Versions

by GiveMeABreak » 18 Mar 2018, 15:18

This intentionally only covers versions from 7.02 to 7.76:

DiagBox v7.02 needs 4.3.0
DiagBox v7.57 needs 4.3.2
DiagBox v7.58 needs 4.3.2
DiagBox v7.62 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.66 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.74 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.76 needs 4.3.3

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18 Mar 2018, 15:18
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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Please note that this Thread is now locked, as per this announcement:

Diagnostic Forum

Please create a separate post for any new queries if you cannot find the answer in this topic.
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18 Mar 2018, 13:42
PSA Wiring Symbols & Diagram Codes

by GiveMeABreak » 17 Nov 2016, 19:57

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I have added a section to the Forum Wiki that details a lot of the PSA Wiring Diagram Symbology, along with all the codes for the components.

See the Electrical Component and Wiring Codes section on the Wiki below:

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That's very valuable when reading wiring Diagrams Marc. Excellent :D

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18 Nov 2016, 09:29
Lexia unable to communicate with ECUs

by sonoramicommando » 19 Mar 2018, 07:22
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Carrying on from here:

So basically it does not communicates with any control units other than injection and suspension. (The car is 2006 C6). Tried pretty much everything. The thing is it worked before a service visit to a (useless) dealer. Now it doesn't.
The following is what PSA interface checker says:

The only possibility I can think of...

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What version of Diagbox do you have installed first of all?
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16 Jan 2020, 20:55
Is there a 'definite' diagnostic thread?

by Rhothgar » 11 Jan 2020, 13:54
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Sorry I mean definitive.

Was going to post this in the general forum for Citroen but then thought perhaps here is best.

I would love to understand electrics a bit better.

After changing the thermostat on the Xantia X1 yesterday I started the car this morning and was driving along and noticed that, since starting the car, it appeared that the...

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Oh, the label is more a hypothetical thing... Errr, and so is the draw if I'm honest! (spent 30mins today searching the garage for the OBD2 adapter lead for my Diagbox!) But I know there's a few old remotes around somewhere haha. Actually now I think of it, I probably still have the key from our White S1 so if Jim can't dig anything out of his...
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12 Jan 2020, 19:42
VCI repaired...

by ekjdm14 » 11 Jan 2020, 18:53

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Hi all, glad to say I've just spent an hour or so repairing my dead VCI at last :-D

The issue I had was when plugging in, it wouldn't activate properly (green light came on then went off, as if I had the UDMF driver even though I have multi instance). Another symptom I noticed was that I could no longer change the firmware with interface...

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Excellent progress.

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12 Jan 2020, 19:12
VMware instead of Lexia, diagbox etc

by Paul1098 » 07 Jan 2020, 00:13

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Just wondered if there was software that emulated Lexia, diagbox etc maybe by using VMware rather than buying a clone unit?

I have a 2010 Relay 3 van that I'd like to be able to do simple diagnostics on.

I've used BMW diagnostics software on wifes car and have various ODBI cables to USB and ethernet for different models and also ELM bluetooth so...

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Hi and welcome.

I'm not sure you are understanding what's what - VMware is just that - a VM environment to run software.

Diagbox is the proprietary software used by PSA for all their marques. It encompasses the older PP2000 and Lexia software for older vehicles and will launch the correct version or Diagbox itself for newer vehicles based on...

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07 Jan 2020, 00:24
2006 307 1.6 hdi starts, cuts out after few seconds.

by abergreg » 05 Jan 2020, 15:05

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Hi, had a 307 2.0 HDI 90 for for five years without issue. I now have 307 1.6 hdi that started to cut out & then wouldnt start. Diagnosed as u/s tank sender which was changed. Now car will turn over & fire for a few seconds & then cut out. If I hold it at 2000 rpm or above it will run, as soon as I take my foot off it cuts out. Code was p0088,...

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You'll need to post your VIN first of all (automatically masked from public view) so we can determine exact engine ECU and specifics.

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05 Jan 2020, 15:56
diagbox activation code

by Bandit12 » 01 Jan 2020, 15:24

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Hi all,

I've a very old laptop running lexia/diagbox which i bought some years ago. As laptop is on its last legs I got hold of a newer one and loaded windows xp.
So far so good
I've loaded up lexia/diagbox from original discs but hit a brick wall. Its asking for an activation key. Its been some years since I installed it on previous laptop and...

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Thanks marc, I'll have a look at the weekend :)

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02 Jan 2020, 21:11
My Citroen Service has been inactivated

by petef » 23 Dec 2019, 18:12

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Some years ago I bought on Ebay a set of 4 data dvd's which were described as 'Citroen Workshop Manual' This turned out to be a copy of what we would now call Citroen Service - with Docbackup and Sedre etc. It has served me well over the years and allowed me to find part numbers, workshop manual info and wiring diagrams for my cars. The only issue...

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Somewhat belatedly I remembered about System Restore on XP and how it sets system check restore points automatically every so often. Restoring to a set point a month before the inactivation brought it back to life. Simples....😎

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28 Dec 2019, 20:07
Diagbox Access to Vehicle Communication Card

by Nelix » 21 Dec 2019, 14:00

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Hi all

I am having a few issues with Diagbox following install. I’ve looked through the forum but can’t find anything that appears to help.

I have purchased a new VCI, full chip revision C, I’m running a Windows 7 laptop with no previous versions of lexia/Diagbox ever having been installed. I have installed Diagbox and all updates up to V07.58....

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Ok, so next, go into power settings - advanced section - and make sure setting for USB ports is not set to selectively suspend - disable all power saving on these, as that can also switch the ports off if under battery power.

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22 Dec 2019, 18:31
Peugeot 307 2.0 hdi won't start

by stefan307 » 16 Dec 2019, 23:33
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Hi one and all,
I have had the car,2996 model since 2012 and it has been a great car.Reliable and cheap to run as you all know,I think.
Unfortunately 2 weeks ago the wife filled it with unleaded.Spent $60to drain tank etc,no idea if the fuel filter was replaced but I presume it was.
Car come back fine and ran well for about a week but now it's a...

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Sorry to hear that Stefan. Good luck in your search for a new set of wheels.
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22 Dec 2019, 02:16
205 1.8 GLD xud7 starting trouble (fixed)

by lad-with-205d » 06 Dec 2019, 23:28
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hey fellow lovers of french cars, i'm very new to the world of diesel cars (i ride bikes mostly but its cold out)

here is my first post i have a 1.8 205-D GLD 1994 THINK ITS XUD7..
i have been looking for information to get my car started it runs lovely when it starts but the other day i went out in the morning and it just cranked and...

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Happy Story! Glad to hear its sorted. These little XUD Pugs are so cheap to run, returning 'modern' economy without the complexity ...and comfortable too. I don't think you'll have any difficulties with those two jobs.
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21 Dec 2019, 22:37
Location for the TPMS ECU

by KennyW » 14 Dec 2019, 22:38

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Hi All,

Under what part of the global search is the tpms ecu located. Is part of the BSI under ABS ?

I want to disable to TPMS meantime.

Kenny

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Yes Marc, I thought it was important I mentioned that.

But the good news is whilst trying to find out where deactivated the TPMS I found where the sensors information is stored and I shall match this up and activate the TPMS later. There is a lot of info stored under the TPMS ECU very useful.

Next the suspension ecu problem but it can wait...

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18 Dec 2019, 13:25
What does the PCB electrics board/chip in a key do?

by Ramc4 » 04 Nov 2019, 10:47

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I mean a NON remote key, they have both transponder and an electronics board. As far as I know the transponder works on it's own and is powered by the RF signal from the cars transponder. So again what exactly does this PCB do?

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There's no pcb in a non-remote key.
Just a tiny rice-grain chip that responds to car's immobilizer coil. About the same thing as rfid.
Chip has only a coil and requires no batteries.

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17 Dec 2019, 19:13
Easydiagnostics

by Steve Walsh » 14 Dec 2019, 15:13

Just a note of thanks and recommendation for Easydiagnostics.

I have just ordered the full Lexia kit with laptop, I have been in contact with them with questions etc all week and they replied almost immediately with all the info I needed.
Excellent people to deal with and also a FCF Discount.

Steve

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14 Dec 2019, 15:13
Diagnostics

by Steve Walsh » 06 Dec 2019, 15:41

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Hi All

I fancy a full diagnostic kit, I have a Delphi and WOW system but the functions seem limited on my Citroen.

What does anybody use or recommend

Thanks

Steve

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The instructions for setting up Lexia and Diagbox all seem to be copy and paste jobs of very dodgy earlier stuff, some almost indecipherable and all leading you often in the wrong direction re. connect or not to the net.

How about you trying to do a proper job of writing a step by step 'how to' Marc? :)

I might actually get mine up and running.

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13 Dec 2019, 12:18
EasyDiagnostics vs eBay etc for Lexia3

by wfdTamar » 30 Oct 2019, 20:28
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Just wondering why we would buy a Lexia3 from EasyDiagnostics (ED) over somewhere like eBay or one of the direct from China sites (Alibaba, dhgate)?

Looks like the hardware is the same as better eBay sellers and provided the firmware and version is the same what benefit is there buying from ED?

V. 7.83 seems to be the latest available on eBay,...

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You need a full chip kit to talk to all the ECUs on more modern multiplexed vehicles that are Fully CAN. Your xantia won't be so not such an issue and with a revision B you will be limited to an earlier version of Diagbox.

The encapsulated version of Lexia contained within Diagbox was updated for a while with Diagbox V7 on, but was no longer...
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13 Dec 2019, 07:08
What years does DIAGBOX V7.83 cover

by fotobright » 10 Dec 2019, 12:25

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Hi

I have Diagbox installed up to V7.83. Just wondering what is the most recent car year that version goes up to. Been a while since I used it, I think the disks that came with it have later revisions but they were less reliable to install as I remember?

Thanks

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For what model vehicle and year specifically?

7.58 already covers vehicles up to late 2014. Absolutely no point in going to a version more than necessary as the firmware gets updated on the VCI that can cause problems with older vehicles. In addition, features on later versions from 7.65 are actually removed - as PSA start moving more features to...

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10 Dec 2019, 18:47
Diagbox

by Nelix » 08 Dec 2019, 18:25

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Hi All

I have been using Peugeot Planet for a long time now and decided that I should upgrade to Diagbox. My interface is Rev B so can only go to 7.58 until I replace it.

I’ve installed and activated ver 7.02 but when I start the application I it opens with a black screen with the icons across the top and in the centre of the screen it just says...

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The first thing to look for is what vehicles the seller says it WON'T support. If, for example, it will not work with a C5 it is almost certain the unit does not have the full opto-coupler set.

Saying that, Easy Diagnostics do a very good DiagBox clone. It is NOT the cheapest, but it has the full set, and also has one year aftercare. They have no...

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08 Dec 2019, 21:34
Anti-start code

by briansib » 04 Dec 2019, 06:40

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Hi all,

can someone advice where the security code is stored on a Lucas EPIC diesel injection system.

i have just installed a XUD11BTE (P8C) engine from a citroen xantia onto a 406 body and it wont run.

Technician says i need a code for pump but i cant see a memory chip on Injector pump diagrams i have come across.

Im not that good with...

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The code is stored on the injection ECU.
The keypad needs to send the correct code to the ECU, where it is compared to the stored one.
You will need to know the ECU's current code to be able to start the car, or to change it to another code.

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04 Dec 2019, 08:04
Decent diagnostic tool with programming

by IAmBig44 » 30 Nov 2019, 20:16

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Does anyone know of any decent but inexpensive scan tools that allows you to programme cars? I found a Foxwell NT650 for £80 but apparently despite being a good tool it doesn't support programming.

I'm sure I read somewhere that the Lexia clones can't programme either which is a shame as I bought one a few years back!

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What are you wanting to do exactly - programme what? Diagbox (which will be used for you DS3) is the software used by the Actia clone of the dealer unit. It is capable of doing most things the dealer unit can. Your issue is not so much what the Actia can do, but what functions you require. Once we know that, I can better answer your question.

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01 Dec 2019, 01:04
Citroen C5 X7 ECU communication problems

by Tratten » 25 Nov 2019, 11:16

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Hello
I am have having trouble with my Citroen C5 x7 2.0 HDI 2008.

When i start the car several fault messages pop up, like: ESP/ABS faulty, parking brake faulty, gearbox faulty, depollution system faulty and so on.

I have had luck one or two times with disconnecting the battery then starting with no faults appearing only to come back later....

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No worries - really pleased you have it sorted.

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25 Nov 2019, 21:07
Lexia? Diagbox?

by rmunns » 30 Mar 2019, 20:39

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Please, would someone briefly describe (single syllable words only) what a Lexia is and what is diagbox?

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No - Lexia is only for circa 2007 and earlier (model dependent). Lexia is no longer updated as Diagbox is now used for all vehicles 2008 on. As Lexia is no longer updated and patched, it will not have all the latest ECU data used on later vehicles.

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17 Nov 2019, 12:31
Lexia Diagbox Queries

by Ramc4 » 08 Nov 2019, 22:20
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So I got diagbox 7.58 installed after a few tries. I actually tested it out on my PC first which has windows 7 64bit, and it all installed, again after a variety of errors. I thought I didn't work on 64bit OS's?

So my final question before I try and program these keys is, do I have to upgrade the firmware on the lecxia box, I believe I need...

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There are 2 boards and therefore four sides - I only managed (given the size of the image) so spot what was immediately obvious when magnified on the available image - I can't see the other board as it was not included in the seller picture, but that should be enough to say avoid without seeing the other board.
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13 Nov 2019, 23:17
Help with Lexia 3 software

by Kamal » 09 Nov 2019, 12:45

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Hi there,
I have bought Lexia3 PP2000 Car Diagnostic Scanner with Diagbox V7.83 Software for Citroen / Peugeot, PP2000 / Lexia-3 Interface from Amazon.fr and I have problem with installing Lexia3 v45 as there is missing file or something like that. I spent my last few days looking for link to download Lexia 3 software with no luck. I contacted the...

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Basically you didn't need to update it as all for your C5. You should of stuck at V7.58, which is a good stable version and was released in 2013 - so nearly 10 years later than your C5. There is no sense in updating it further as you will get no benefit except a loss of functionality as PSA moved over to online telecoding via their servers that...

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10 Nov 2019, 11:51
Diagbox - I will read this once and once only

by petef » 25 May 2019, 16:45
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So I decided to update to Diagbox from my venerable Lexia software that I have been using successfully for several years.
I initially installed Diagbox 7.02 on a fairly ancient HP Pavilion laptop operating on XP Pro SP3. Although installation and activation were ultimately ok, the spec of the HP made Diagbox very slow to load and incredibly slow...

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It already has been Pete.

Diagbox automatically updates the firmware as you update the version. This can be a problem on older cars and why you can manually downgrade the firmware as per the guide and also prevent it from upgrading - but by the same action this can also prevent it working on later vehicles that needs the later firmware - so make...
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06 Nov 2019, 01:28
service box install

by Haych » 05 Nov 2019, 19:42

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got this download from easydaignostics, though i am having problems with install. i get unto 20' 16 secs of video and when i try to run the EXE file it comes back with !!!!! cannot find setup.ini now this i don't understand because it is right there in the list .? so i also notice there is a patch is this possibly to do with the problem i am...

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Paul - best to speak to your vendor - we can't really go into detailed software installations here as everyone has different hardware configurations.

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05 Nov 2019, 20:04
Do you have to install digibox updates?

by Ramc4 » 04 Nov 2019, 20:31

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Or can you just install a version such as 8.55, or how does it work?

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Thanks.

The dealer assured me I will get the code when I pick up the key.

There is no car alarm also so at least that's one positive thing in this whole saga.

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05 Nov 2019, 12:07
How to program 2 keys?

by Ramc4 » 02 Nov 2019, 16:23

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Hello

I'm wondering the exact procedure to program 2(virgin) keys with lexia/diagbox, I have no spare/originals. A remote and non remote key. I have security code.

Do I plug in lexia obd2cable(which will be connected to laptop) first then put the non remote key in ignition. I then navigate to the key programming section in diagbox and select 2...

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Diagbox / Lexia will tell you when to put they key in - it's all guided as I said.

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02 Nov 2019, 20:49
Faplite, any more information?

by Peter.N. » 29 Oct 2019, 15:12

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I have seen this diagnostic system mentioned but one or two, does anyone know if it can reset the Eolys light on a C5? or is there anything else other than a Lexia that will?

Thanks

Peter

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We have always run big estates Gibbo, my work as TV engineer demanded it, in those days anyway, we also have a German Shepherd (dog) :wink: that comes everywhere with us, we also tend to use the car for moving things, furniture, carpets car engines etc.

The wife is quite used to driving big cars and loves the C5 and the running cost is not to...

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02 Nov 2019, 11:34
Diagbox Version

by DHallworth » 27 Oct 2019, 22:20

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When I bought my X7 I had to update to a newer version of Diagbox so that I could talk to certain ECU's. I found at the time 7.16 was high enough to do what I needed.

I've just tried to plug Cheryl's new C4 B7 in as I've bought a SMEG +IV2 unit to fit to it instead of the SMEG one that's in it and I'm finding that mine won't talk to most of the...

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I completely understand about the 407. I would also suggest that you may not be able to VIN code the later SMEG unit either - it may not be able to. I know some dealers who are willing to do this (many won't if it has been user-upgraded) had to use a VIN from an identical vehicle with all your same options to manually perform a download as the...

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30 Oct 2019, 14:08
C4 Pic 2014 Exclusive (B87) - Fuel Pressure Issue ?? I think ??

by zane2g2 » 23 Oct 2019, 08:00

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Good morning you lovely people :-)

Driving the car this morning and I had a couple of warning throw up on the display...
Engine Fault: Have the vehicle repaired
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ESP/ASR system fault

The esp I believe is the braking system. But the odd thing is that brakes are fine.

The big one is the Engine Fault. The engine is the 1.6 hdi Diesel.
The...

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Just changed the fuel filter on my 3008 with the same engine for the same fault... hopefully it has cured it! I was unable to get the 3 small TORX screws out and had to replace the entire filter and lid - manged to get an OE one from e-bay for just over £40. I didn't bother draining it first, just removed it full of fuel then emptied it once out....

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25 Oct 2019, 17:27
easydiagnostics.

by Gibbo2286 » 25 Oct 2019, 09:32

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I got an email this morning from them offering a new multi vehicle Actia diagnostics tool, looks interesting, has a video of sorts on their website.

Shy about the price, need to log in and ask.

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I've got four laptops here Marc, two old ones that are not man enough to run Diagbox and two more up to date ones that are 64 bit so too advanced for the 32 bit software.

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25 Oct 2019, 13:59
Lexia Diagbox

by Omer40 » 19 Oct 2019, 02:44

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Hi folks,
Can anyone near Manchester or Liverpool help me out as i need the Lexia for 2 minutes job?
Thank you

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Sorry for bumping this folks, i had no luck to get in touch with the members by private message or email. Anyone around Manchester/Liverpool willing to help?
Thank you again

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24 Oct 2019, 17:29
Lexia won’t overwrite

by Omer40 » 23 Oct 2019, 11:28

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Hi guys,
I finally installed Diagbox and was trying to change one setting the previous owner enabled.
On the BSI configuration tab there is an option called “police configuration” which makes the headlights flashing when you manually turn them off on the stalk. I’m disabling it and it says operation carried out however it still flashes. I’ve tried...

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Can't really help you with that one as I don't know what he has installed and what he has done unfortunately.

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23 Oct 2019, 16:23
suspension ecu

by KennyW » 14 Oct 2019, 09:44
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After much nashing of teeth etc got a laptop running with xp pro to run diagbox. BUT it appears there is no communication between diagbox and suspension control unit during globel test it appears in RED Communication Error. All previous global tests have been the same but I just thought it was me with electronics :rofl2:

I suspect a broken wire...

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Thanks Marc,

I noticed in the wiring diagram that there is a splice between the Sus H I and ESP possible problem area.

I need to find any connectors has I've problems with them in the past (XantiaTD).

The weather would appear to be getting worse and won't be able to start checking until it is better.

Kenny
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22 Oct 2019, 17:56
Juddering on take off

by Oletimer » 22 Oct 2019, 00:55
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Just got a 2007 C4 Grand Picasso 2.0L HDi. (Auto/Manual)
It's in not bad condition and drives really well. (You get the feeling there's a 'but' in there somewhere?)
Yeah, there's a couple of buts:
1, From a standing start there's a judder for a few seconds then it smooths out and all is fine, no noises, nothing...
- if you increase the revs a bit...

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Haynes don’t do one, but Review Technique do one if your French is OK:
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27 Oct 2019, 00:10
no dialogue on global test

by harryp » 12 Oct 2019, 19:33

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Have searched the forum but not found an answer.
Expecting to do a diagnostic for a forum member tomorrow, so thought I had better do a run on our 63 plate C4 Picasso. The laptop is only used for Diagbox and nothing else and was last used in 2018 prior to MOT, just in case....
All I get now is No Dialogue on every ECU on Global test. :cry: :cry:...

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Make sure the car is not in Eco mode.... At least have the ign on, if necessary start the engine.

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13 Oct 2019, 08:39
Help with egr fault po400 & po402

by elsegoose » 08 Oct 2019, 22:18

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Hi All, I am a returning member who now has a 2004 C5 series1 with a 2.0L Hdi RHZ engine. I have removed the EGR valve and its manifold and blanked off the ports in the inlet manifold. The car now runs well except for the recurring EGR fault codes. What can be done to stop the computer resetting the codes. Cheers & thanks, Bruce Elsegood, Sydney,...

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Simple, - clean or replace the EGR and unblank it. We don’t condone crippling of emissions systems on the forum, so please don’t ask for advice on how to defeat such systems.

It’s always better to address the issues rather than circumvent them. The vehicle is designed to work with these systems enabled and functioning. Expect issues if you try...

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08 Oct 2019, 22:34
C4 DiagBox Findings

by Doo » 29 Sep 2019, 19:27

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OK chaps, the DiagBox was well worth the money and the 300 Yr install :-D

Faults found appear thus :

C1320 FL wheel speed sensor fault
(this was replaced a couple of years ago due to a CV boot coming apart and ripping the wires off... Never experienced this before ever)

C1385 Electrovalves supply voltage fault
(supply voltage does appear to be...

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Although not infallible, they can cut the guesswork and unnecessary expense out of a lot of issues. Glad you are getting your use out of it.

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02 Oct 2019, 22:00
My New Lexia Install.... Not Going Well

by Doo » 28 Sep 2019, 23:37
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My computer chap is helping, but we seem to have stumbled at one part and the DVD install instruction video doesn't seem to match the instructions n paper #-o

We're trying to get from 7.1 to 7.2, but we've missed a part and can't for whatever reason, go to the exact point n the video as if you do, it goes all the way back to the start!

So, what...

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I have a Toshiba NB250 netbook running Windows 7 and 2GB RAM (it cannot support any more than that). While it may be slow it does the job. The reason I asked is because I have heard of people trying to run DiagBox with 1GB RAM and (while it does work) it has a large set of brakes attached to the performance!
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01 Oct 2019, 21:03
New Lexia/diagbox Install

by admiral51 » 01 Oct 2019, 20:16

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Okay so i have done this and read and re read all the posts and i messaged people on this forum for advice on which laptop/where to buy from etc etc and with the goodwill of everyone here i have a working Lexia/Diagbox that i have been able to use not only for my own benefit but at least 1 other forum member but also 3 of my neighbours who have...

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Many laptops will have a physical switch to disable wifi.
My current ones have keyboard options for it - Fn+F11 on one, the other similar but it ain't here.

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01 Oct 2019, 20:42
Lexia install problem

by dave_xsara » 29 Sep 2019, 15:46

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So, I got the kit and instructions at the weekend.
The instructions did not align with the contents, but I managed to get 7.57 installed and validated, or so I thought.

However I don't think the install was successful.
When I open the diagbox shortcut on the desktop it opens to a blank screen and then shuts down.

Before I wipe it all and start...

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Lexia is the correct software for your car. Diagbox natively only launches for vehicles from about 2008 on and is not designed for earlier car, so will never work with a Xsara.

DON’T install version 8. There’s utterly no point, it is only for Diagbox and as your car won’t work with DB you will get no benefit. Lexia is the default for vehicles...

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29 Sep 2019, 21:05
Netbook for diagnostics

by doctle » 28 Apr 2019, 10:23
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I'm thinking about bidding on a netbook for diagnostics on eBay, mostly because it's cheap. Specs on the netbook / laptop / 1.6ghz, 1GB RAM, 250GB hard-drive I can upgrade to 2gig ram easy enough. Would this be powerful enough for diagnostics? It has windows 7 home but I could probably install xp if needs be. I have looked at a few Lexia Service...

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When scanning using a Lexia, does it provide any detailed information as to what the codes are related to - or is there a data file provided which breaks down the meaning of the codes? (I'm not expecting diagnosis of what to repair/replace - just textual description of the code ID)
Should Windows Updates be turned off on the host laptop?...
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23 Sep 2019, 15:46
OBD2 Diagnostic Code Reader

by Doo » 09 Sep 2019, 22:55

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Some of you will already know I am having hilarity with our 2007 C4 1.6hdi SX.

The BSM may or may not be at fault, but the two code readers I have used will not communicate with the ABS.

So, I am looking at buying a PSA friendly code reader.

This one appears to tick the boxes

Can anyone confirm or deny it's plausibility ??

And are there any...

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Well that was easy....almost :-D

Purchased the Lexia wossname.

Wife wanted me to pay with her card, then PayPal and whatnot, but got there in the end 8-)

So by the weekend, I may know what is ailing this wee French fail (as in not a snail :rofl2: ).

I'll keep you updated folks 8-[

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23 Sep 2019, 11:08

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