Rear Brake Line Replacement
by Dytie » Mon Jan 17, 2022 10:39 pm
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I recently acquired a mk1 16v project from a well known forum member who’s username rhymes with Hitch that I’m planning to restore. It needs...
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A lot of the time it's just trial and error getting the rear end to work and behave itself after bleeding it down, usually just a case of a few lows...
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BX 16v cooling radiator
by -=RAMZES=- » Mon Jan 24, 2022 9:31 pm
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Hi, to everybody.
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I think the original radiator is made out of brass, so it can be fixed by a professional, if it's not broken in an accident that is. In which case...
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Last post by Kaapelimies Wed Jan 26, 2022 3:08 pm
Instrument cluster bulb replacement
by Jugostran » Fri Jan 14, 2022 9:23 pm
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Hello everyone,
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Good result! Apologies for the slip with the bulb spec....W1.2W is correct. Have corrected my post.
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Last post by Jugostran Sun Jan 16, 2022 11:01 pm
Citroen Service Box
by bowei001 » Sat Jan 15, 2022 11:21 am
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Does anyone know whether Citroen Service Box contains information on a Mk1 BX and, If so, does it give part numbers ? I have an original microfiche...
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Hi Chris,
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Last post by bowei001 Sat Jan 15, 2022 6:17 pm
Diagnosing the door open warning display
Jugostran » Wed Oct 27, 2021 11:20 pm
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Hello everyone!
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The best thing that you can do is find the white connecter behind the glove box and start diagnostics from there.
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Last post by Jugostran Fri Jan 14, 2022 9:20 pm
RH drive shaft intermediate bearing
by white exec » Sat Jan 01, 2022 3:51 pm
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Have come up against a full-stop on this one - hopefully someone can help...
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Just as a postscript re: the gear whine . . .
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Last post by white exec Fri Jan 07, 2022 7:35 pm
Front Bumper Mounts
by krekov » Thu Dec 23, 2021 6:14 pm
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Hello,
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A single 4mm hole (vertically through the horizontal metal wing and plastic bumper flanges) allows a cable tie to securely lift the bumber into its...
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Last post by white exec Fri Dec 24, 2021 8:20 am
BX16 auto box oil cooler
bowei001 » Sun Nov 21, 2021 10:56 am
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I had to take my autobox oil cooler off to see if it was leaking (turns out it wasn't!) and I need the 2 oil seals to put it back. I don't fancy...
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I fitted the cooler today. Then I torqued it up I found that the cooler would rotate rather that clamp rigidly. Obviously this would allow leakage so...
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Last post by bowei001 Sun Dec 19, 2021 1:53 pm
Xud7te rebuild
by Xm25td » Sat Dec 11, 2021 9:49 pm
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Hi all,
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Are all xud heads the same (oval ports), can i fit pulley for hydraulic pump on every head and cam?
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Last post by Xm25td Wed Dec 15, 2021 5:37 pm
Drive shaft replacement
white exec » Tue Dec 07, 2021 11:48 am
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Both shafts on the 19D are knocking still, even after injecting fresh grease.
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Finally found it...
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Last post by white exec Tue Dec 07, 2021 5:48 pm
Oil temp gauge, on 19D
by white exec » Sun Nov 14, 2021 11:14 am
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Oil and coolant temp gauges now fitted to the 19D.
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In my experience for the oil temperature gauge to reach 100C you needs to be doing illegal speeds for a prolonged period :D
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Last post by Kaapelimies Fri Dec 03, 2021 3:30 pm
Driveshafts
davidicraik » Fri Nov 26, 2021 3:57 pm
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I am trying to source new left and right side driveshafts for my 1990 BX tzd (90hp). I need the non - abs version.
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That's brilliant,
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Last post by davidicraik Tue Nov 30, 2021 11:16 am
Rear end not raising.
by ????? » Wed Nov 24, 2021 7:22 pm
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After 6 months on stands with no rear subframe, Last week my BX finally was partially reassembled and had LHM flow through its veins again. It even...
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Re: the missing exhaust tailbox hanger, I've had to deal with just that a month or so ago, where the body-welded rod hook had detached from the...
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Last post by white exec Fri Nov 26, 2021 7:38 pm
E10 petrol
deltic » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:40 pm
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Apologies if this is has been discussed on here previously, but my guess is that under normal circumstances we shouldn't be using E10 petrol in any...
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On a somewhat related topic the carb on my BX 16 TGS has a label 'E10'.
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Last post by Fumbler Tue Nov 23, 2021 11:07 am
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Last post by Routemaster Sun Nov 21, 2021 9:31 pm
BX 16v Thermostat
krekov » Thu Oct 28, 2021 6:35 pm
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Hello,
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:D What you say is correct, Krek. When the IGN is switched on, the temp gauge needles rise from their rest positions to a slightly higher position,...
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Last post by white exec Tue Nov 16, 2021 7:28 am
Adjusting ride height on normal suspension setting
Jugostran » Mon Nov 08, 2021 4:33 pm
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Hey there,
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Leaking LHM reservoir: is this from the underneath if so it will have rusted through. The rust holes can be repaired with ingenuity but sourcing a...
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Last post by Jaba Fri Nov 12, 2021 10:01 am
BX Suspension Spheres - Citroen's full spec
white exec » Sun May 02, 2021 2:24 pm
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Lots of discussion about where to buy replacement spheres, and what the full and correct spec for each sphere, on each model, is.
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Hi Richard, Actually I missed that you missed my reply.
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Last post by Jaba Thu Nov 11, 2021 11:36 am
Return pipe rubber elbow - 5280 P5
by white exec » Tue Nov 09, 2021 8:35 am
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Lots of us have had the rubber elbow (height correctors and other locations) split or perish.
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Thanks for this Xantia-spares info! Their english is quite horrible and pictures are bad, but some rubber parts are worth a try at their price to...
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Last post by Kaapelimies Tue Nov 09, 2021 9:12 pm
Leaking rear brake union
valerie » Fri Oct 29, 2021 10:48 pm
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Hi,
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Good result.
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Last post by white exec Thu Nov 04, 2021 6:27 pm
Lucas injector pump
by pwykes » Thu Nov 04, 2021 10:55 am
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G,day Chaps,
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I have temporary bypassed the original filter assembly to remove it out of the equation, the electric pump is now the primer. once primed the pump is...
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Last post by pwykes Thu Nov 04, 2021 4:35 pm
BX 16 Engine light idle fluctuate
Glenn_a » Tue Sep 07, 2021 7:42 am
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Hi tech people, I am new here and not familiar with this Citroen BX 16 petrol and need your help...
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I have a 1989 16v as well, it has the 3 row ECU and a lambda sensor, it's the DFW 147hp engine.
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Last post by krekov Tue Oct 12, 2021 5:35 pm
Wheel Bolt Torque BX 19 GTI
by BXTASY » Tue Oct 12, 2021 12:36 am
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I've removed the wheels on my BX once, to have them powder-coated. Now they're back on, but dang if I can find the torque spec. anywhere. Not in...
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Thanks! Found it in the old (brown cover) Haynes, but the newer version (blue cover) has different Chapter names - it's under Ch. 11, Suspension and...
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Last post by BXTASY Tue Oct 12, 2021 4:24 pm
Exhaust smells bad and fluctuating idle
by Jugostran » Tue Oct 12, 2021 8:13 am
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So hey, I am trying to diagnose this issue with my 1989 BX 16 TRS. Basically, the exhaust smells like an old Lada. Now, I don't know whether this is...
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I’m afraid I don’t know the 1.6 engine at all, so I can’t tell you exactly where the pump is. It’s driven either by a pulley on the camshaft or...
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Last post by Jugostran Tue Oct 12, 2021 10:55 am
BX19D cooling system - thoughts?
white exec » Sun Oct 10, 2021 12:09 pm
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BX diesel cooling system.jpg
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OK. That's making sense.
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Last post by white exec Sun Oct 10, 2021 6:49 pm
Twin blower removal and inspection (AC)
white exec » Sun Sep 19, 2021 12:17 pm
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As part of investigating erratic blower power on our 19D (with AC), where blower speed could periodically fall away (to less than half normal),...
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Great video, Vanny.
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Last post by white exec Fri Oct 01, 2021 5:58 pm
Central locking locks rear doors, and immediately unlocks
by Jugostran » Wed Sep 22, 2021 5:45 pm
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Hey, so, I've been having this problem since I got my '89 16 TRS. When I lock the car from the driver's side, the rear doors lock, but immediately...
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I lubricate the mechanicals of the latch and the associated rods. Not tried lubing the motor its self yet.
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Last post by Vanny Fri Oct 01, 2021 4:42 pm
Fitting AC to a 16V
krekov » Thu Sep 09, 2021 8:20 pm
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Hi,
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Not easy.
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Last post by white exec Sat Sep 25, 2021 11:45 am
Dashboard creaks
by white exec » Thu Sep 16, 2021 11:42 am
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Creaking from the ship's rigging is not unknown with BX, as so much plastic is assembled next to plastic.
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I've found that B pillar covers are major offenders. I recommend sticking something between the middle pillar cover and lower sill finisher, the one...
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Last post by krekov Thu Sep 16, 2021 9:40 pm
Turbo fuel limiter
by jvbram » Sat Sep 11, 2021 2:51 am
On top of the fuel injection pump there is a fuel limiter with a hose going to the intercooler. I am familiar with the air fuel valve on another...
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Last post by jvbram Sat Sep 11, 2021 2:51 am
BX 16 Valve Idle Problems
by frog » Sun Mar 06, 2016 1:49 pm
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I've had an ongoing problem with my BX 16valve since I bought it 5years ago:
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Thanks Matt I will investigate that lead (pun intended)..
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Last post by Glenn_a Mon Sep 06, 2021 3:19 am
Tip: Hydraulic pump reluctant to pump after fluid change
by white exec » Fri Aug 27, 2021 8:27 pm
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:idea:
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Originally (back in October) did the funnel into the suction hose, twice, and it was (surprisingly) not successful - the pump still wouldn't...
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Last post by white exec Sat Aug 28, 2021 6:33 am
BX A Pillar Sunroof Drains
by krekov » Thu Aug 26, 2021 12:40 pm
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Hi,
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Ooh, that's interesting! I thought those pieces of rubber were things you plugged the drains into, since they go into holes under the dash which lead...
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Last post by krekov Sat Aug 28, 2021 2:58 am
1.9D N/A under hot conditions
by white exec » Sun Aug 08, 2021 9:34 pm
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Done enough driving of our 1.9D non-turbo now to realise that engine power drops off noticeably when outside temperature exceeds 29/30°C, and...
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Short bonnet, Tim, with two black ventilation slats.
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Last post by white exec Wed Aug 18, 2021 1:16 pm
Blower control (twin blower for A/C) - 19D
white exec » Tue Aug 03, 2021 8:07 pm
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Have today had some erratic behaviour of blower speed, and am needing to chase through the controls.
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. . . Others have cured blower speed problems by connecting an extra earth to one of the control board connections. You will have to do a search for...
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Last post by white exec Thu Aug 05, 2021 8:12 pm
Clutch thrust bearing carrier - 1.9D.
paulwitchard » Sun May 23, 2021 3:18 pm
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At the moment the engine and box is out of the 1.9D, failed the CT (french MOT) due to oil leaking everywhere.
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Splined, thanks Jaba - a bit of a warm with the blowlamp, and I started tapping with one of my smaller hammers and a drift, and after a bit of...
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Last post by paulwitchard Mon Jul 12, 2021 10:39 am
BX Auto Windows Switches
by krekov » Sat Jul 03, 2021 7:18 pm
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Hi,
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The internals are wired differently, so you can't just plug 'normal' switches into them without moving some wires.
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Last post by David Sun Jul 04, 2021 3:25 pm
BX Air conditioning R134A conversion (all you need to know thread)
Dragon Man » Mon Nov 07, 2016 9:48 pm
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Hello, i decided to make a thread on the BX's aircon system specs:
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Wonder whether the copper condenser was dropped on cost grounds, or just superseded by the ali one? Most more recent cars use ali.
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Last post by white exec Wed Jun 30, 2021 7:11 am
'89 BX 16V overheating on standstill?
krekov » Fri Jun 25, 2021 7:30 pm
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Hi, my second topic here! It would appear that my BX is now running correctly, but it seems to overheat in traffic.
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Being a one fan model, I would suggest your dropper resistor has blown, so that the lower speed doesn't work. You can just replace it with a jumper...
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Last post by Kaapelimies Mon Jun 28, 2021 5:56 pm
Air-con: Expansion Valve replacement on LHD
white exec » Fri Jun 25, 2021 1:21 pm
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Last post by white exec Fri Jun 25, 2021 1:21 pm
BX 4X4 Reproduction - France.
by David » Wed Jun 23, 2021 12:48 pm
Hi all,
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Last post by David Wed Jun 23, 2021 12:48 pm
Air-con TXV O-rings
white exec » Mon Jun 14, 2021 12:02 pm
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Does anyone know the sizing of the two sizes of O-ring for the TX valve?
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Well done for getting it out, its always a struggle! As condensation does form on the outside of the TX valve due to its running temperature its...
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Last post by Jaba Mon Jun 21, 2021 10:23 pm
'89 BX 16v Error Code 52 - Air leaks?
by krekov » Wed Jun 16, 2021 6:36 pm
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Hi,
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I believe that can only be done on non-catalyst models, is there any way to do it on others?
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Last post by Kitch Mon Jun 21, 2021 5:26 pm
1992 BX 19 tzi cracked engine block
by pdl1989 » Wed Jun 09, 2021 2:14 am
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So I discovered recently my car was leaking coolant and the other day took it to the mechanic, who tells me the engine block is cracked. It still...
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Sounds like the mechanics aren’t too keen on trying to weld the crack, but I’ve found a DZK engine from a BX enthusiast on Aussiefrogs. I’ll pick it...
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Last post by pdl1989 Fri Jun 11, 2021 5:01 am
Central locking
by Culasse » Mon Jun 07, 2021 1:15 pm
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Just discovered that the LHF door's locking does not lock or unlock with the key. Central locking on and off is fine but nothing happens in key mode....
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In turn, I bought a full set of lock actuators from a GTi a while ago to repair my faulty system, and it only had one 'master' motor, whereas the...
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Last post by Culasse Thu Jun 10, 2021 1:57 pm
Shaky wing mirror
by RobC » Mon Jun 07, 2021 5:47 pm
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The glass in my offside wing mirror is very juddery.
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Thanks- how is the mirror attached to the body, does it just pop off?
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Last post by Pcheaven Tue Jun 08, 2021 9:36 pm
Alterntor rebuilds
by womble3go » Wed Jun 02, 2021 4:37 pm
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Hello All,
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Might be better on the phone in my experience!
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Last post by jamescarruthers Sat Jun 05, 2021 8:30 pm
1992 BX 19 tzi leaking
pdl1989 » Fri Jun 04, 2021 12:43 pm
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So... there is a bright green fluid leaking underneath the front end of the car. It seems to start dripping once the hydraulics kick in and the car...
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Thanks for all the replies.
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Last post by pdl1989 Sat Jun 05, 2021 12:10 am
Stereo System
by pdl1989 » Mon May 31, 2021 4:41 pm
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I have a 92 Citroen BX tzi. I want to install a good stereo system and am looking for suggestions on something that would suit, and am curious to...
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Thanks for the responses. Now I’ve got a general idea of what needs doing.
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Last post by pdl1989 Thu Jun 03, 2021 3:46 pm
Rich running BX 16 Valve
by bx16v » Tue May 04, 2021 3:34 pm
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Hi all
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+1 on the AFM plug wiring. Definite weak point.
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