Rear wiper puzzle
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cxprestigeauto »
Fri Jul 18, 2008 11:53 pm
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:? OK guys put your thinking heads on 'cause I am officialy confused over this one :!:
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Now very confused I tried to bypass the boot wiring to see if there was a current drop in the boot loom. Then things got REALLY weird as the Blue...
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Last post by Way2go
Wed Jul 23, 2008 11:04 am
BX petrol to diesel engine swap
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TouaregUK »
Wed Jul 16, 2008 12:44 am
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Hi every one I’m a new member although I have had several BX's over the last few years and still have four on the road, I’m looking to do an engine...
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You may have to change the autobox too because the ratios on a petrol car will be all wrong for a oil burner.
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Last post by TouaregUK
Tue Jul 22, 2008 8:06 am
progress on jrdpod's Meteor
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jrdpod »
Mon Jul 21, 2008 11:32 pm
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Evening All,
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Excellent. Keep the faith!
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Last post by Philip Chidlow
Mon Jul 21, 2008 11:51 pm
Is this bearing shagged?
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Kitch »
Sun Jul 20, 2008 2:26 pm
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Assuming the others all come out looking similar, is this knackered?
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Nuts! This car is turning into a nightmare!
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Last post by Kitch
Mon Jul 21, 2008 1:51 pm
Blaupunkt Radio code lost
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TouaregUK »
Thu Jul 17, 2008 5:23 pm
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Hello any one found a way to recode your radio when you have lost the code through the battery going dead, cheers
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Most coded radios will have a permanent lock out if the code is wrongly entered a few times. They have then to be sent back to the factory for...
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Last post by Way2go
Sat Jul 19, 2008 2:58 am
Paint spec 16v
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pinfold »
Fri Jul 18, 2008 9:15 pm
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Does anyone know where the paint spec code is printed on a 16v???
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The paint code is stenciled on the bodywork near to the battery on the LHS inner wing or suspension turret.
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Last post by AndersDK
Fri Jul 18, 2008 11:00 pm
3 BXs - only one working now
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Jaba »
Tue Jul 01, 2008 4:53 pm
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Damn. I put the suspension on high today and was rewarded with a large leak from the rear suspension cylinder. Its the classic failure. LHM pees out...
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From past experience with these rear cylinders, I think you'll find when you get it out you'll find it has corroded away two thirds of the way down...
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Last post by ken newbold
Fri Jul 18, 2008 9:32 am
Starter motor confusion
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by
AdrianO »
Mon Jul 14, 2008 8:42 pm
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Starter motor on my 1.6 Meteor no longer responding to the hammer-tap tip. Decided to replace the starter motor.
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Interesting.
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Last post by docchevron
Wed Jul 16, 2008 4:14 am
Peugeot 406 wheel compatibility
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Mike E (uk) »
Fri Jul 11, 2008 9:22 pm
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Sorry if a bit off topic,
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Mike,
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Last post by Kevin B
Mon Jul 14, 2008 10:33 am
Front sphere pressure on Estate?
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toddao »
Wed Jul 09, 2008 7:01 am
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I've looked though the posts and I know it must be there somewhere. Does anyone know what the front spheres are rated at on the estate?
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Is this what you need?
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Last post by martyn52
Sun Jul 13, 2008 4:37 pm
sloppy gearlever on 4X4
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cxprestigeauto »
Sun Jul 06, 2008 11:25 am
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As the subject line suggests!
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How did you know I work for the District Council? :D
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Last post by cxprestigeauto
Thu Jul 10, 2008 1:49 pm
LHM leak (wold famous in BX land)
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kiwi »
Sun Jul 06, 2008 10:44 pm
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I have a little puddle of LHM under the front of the car! Location dripping somewhere in the area of the accumulator. Problem cant see it or get easy...
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Found the leak, well think I have and yep its the Old leaky FDV. Yes I read the stickey about overhauling one as well. So now just waiting for a warm...
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Last post by kiwi
Wed Jul 09, 2008 4:02 am
16v Poor idle when cold
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mat_fenwick »
Sat Jul 05, 2008 7:34 pm
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OK, the first confession is that the engine isn't in a BX, but I was hoping that someone could share some wisdom with me anyway...
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Thanks to both of you for your replies, a good few things for me to check out. I'm not sure whether I will have chance to do much on it this week, I...
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Last post by mat_fenwick
Mon Jul 07, 2008 12:29 am
bx suspension pipe
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ted n terri »
Sun Jun 29, 2008 10:00 am
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help save our bx. :( our beloved bx sprang a suspension leak in a straight pipe just in front of the passenger rear door near the clips, 5 weeks ago,...
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All pipes I've bought as genuine parts were shaped correctly.
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Last post by AndersDK
Sun Jul 06, 2008 1:16 pm
4X4 Driveline
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cxprestigeauto »
Mon Jun 09, 2008 10:32 pm
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I am about to renew the O/S CV gaiter and am after some advice on the lubricants in the transfer box.
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Worse side to side but generally sloppy.
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Last post by cxprestigeauto
Fri Jul 04, 2008 11:13 pm
My Hurricane is rusting
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Jaba »
Fri Jun 20, 2008 6:03 pm
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I am going to have some bodywork done on my BX.
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Intresting reading on bodypanel repairs. Anyone with experience on the later type panel sheet glue ?
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Last post by Jaba
Wed Jul 02, 2008 9:01 am
Carb Vacuum pipe.
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demag »
Sun Jun 29, 2008 11:51 pm
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Looking at the engine on the TSX I noticed a vacuum pipe on the carb manifold. It is blocked off. Where should it go to?
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Note that most non hydraulic cars in the world uses vacuum for brakes power assistance.
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Last post by docchevron
Wed Jul 02, 2008 2:30 am
Air-con fixing
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Mike E (uk) »
Sat Jun 28, 2008 2:39 pm
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Hi,
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The expansion valve is ally. They tend to corrode around the unions inside the valve if there is moisture in the system while it is in use. The oxide...
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Last post by Jaba
Tue Jul 01, 2008 8:54 am
bio diesel
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classic2cv »
Sat Jun 28, 2008 6:12 pm
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can i use bio diesel in my TZD ?
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i'd be very temped to make some bio diesel myself
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Last post by classic2cv
Sun Jun 29, 2008 10:41 pm
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Last post by mat_fenwick
Sat Jun 28, 2008 7:47 pm
Sorry, non BX Bosch Diesel Pump Question
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mat_fenwick »
Fri Jun 27, 2008 9:57 pm
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I have a VW LT35 diesel van, with a Bosch diesel pump. It has been stood for about 8 months and now won't start. :( There is no fuel getting to the...
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May I moderately suggest that we end this thread here - and then start over in a new thread - exhibiting quite a bit more respect to each other.
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Last post by AndersDK
Sat Jun 28, 2008 1:49 pm
Monica springs a leak!
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by mountainmanUK » Sat Jun 28, 2008 9:29 am
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Only 2 days after passing her MOT with reasonably flying colours, my 1993 TXD 17TD decided to start pissing her LHM out, all over the hospital...
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Ahhhhhhh, yes! I remember now, reading that story a long time back!
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Last post by mountainmanUK
Sat Jun 28, 2008 1:47 pm
hard brakes
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macker37 »
Thu Jun 26, 2008 9:53 pm
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having recently purchased my latest 16v and only driven it a few miles , noticed the brakes are like a brick, will bleeding sort this problem out,...
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Some BXs were fitted with a spring underneath the brake pedal (as were the Xant!@s). I believe this was to 'normalise' the feel of the brake pedal...
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Last post by stuart_hedges
Fri Jun 27, 2008 8:46 pm
Kiwis BX is Terminally Sick
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kiwi »
Wed Apr 30, 2008 12:56 am
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:cry: :cry: :cry:
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Quicky update!
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Last post by kiwi
Fri Jun 27, 2008 5:18 am
BX niggles
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mnde »
Mon May 19, 2008 1:13 pm
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Here's 3 niggly faults that I hope someone can help diagnose:
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For a neat trick with liquid nitrogen take a look at this .
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Last post by mat_fenwick
Thu Jun 26, 2008 9:47 pm
New Bx first inspection
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demag »
Wed Jun 25, 2008 11:37 pm
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I've been giving the new motor a checkover these past few days. Here's what I've found so far:
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Handbrake will adjust properly on new pads if:
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Last post by DLM
Thu Jun 26, 2008 6:35 pm
injector pump timing
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bill o »
Tue Jun 24, 2008 11:13 pm
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the pump on my 1.7 turbo diesel started leaking fuel via the pipe to the intercooler,as i had a spare pump from a former tzd which i had...
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if you're standing at the front of the car looking at the engine, the top of the injection pump goes back (towards the head) to advance.
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Last post by DavidRutherford
Thu Jun 26, 2008 12:16 am
hydraflush and very bumpy ride
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maxgreenwood »
Tue Jun 17, 2008 1:02 am
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At a recent BX mini meet up in Northern Ireland - well there were only 2 of us, my BX was treated to a new ball joint, brake discs and pads, 2 front...
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Sorry, it was just a funny mental image! :lol: Oh dear, I do seem to be in a bit of an odd mood today...
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Last post by stuart_hedges
Wed Jun 25, 2008 12:50 pm
Changing fuel filter
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by
ed4ferrets »
Tue Jun 24, 2008 10:38 am
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It's the later type on diesels with filter and thermostat housing together.
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D'OH!!!!
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Last post by RichardW
Tue Jun 24, 2008 5:04 pm
Clutch pedal/cable difference TZD estate
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talbotsteve »
Tue Jun 17, 2008 2:24 pm
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I have recieved from gsf a clutch cable to fit my BX TZD but my local garage say the clutch pedal end is too small to fit over the clutch pedal?????...
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I've seen both methods of failure, (dead cover and worn-out friction material) and I'm sure it makes more difference what use the car has had over...
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Last post by DavidRutherford
Mon Jun 23, 2008 9:52 pm
16valve starter motor
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by
nstarmore »
Thu May 22, 2008 9:22 pm
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Just wondering if anyone knows whether the 16valve used the same starter motor as any of the other models because I think the solonoid is knackered...
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Saw a couple on ebay yesterday.
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Last post by demag
Mon Jun 23, 2008 12:59 am
Diesel clutch?
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stuart_hedges »
Fri Jun 20, 2008 3:44 pm
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I'm looking about for a clutch kit, hoping to get one on ebay cheaper than from Citroen.
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Just to add to all this very useful information, the clutch kits for almost all (I believe it's all) 1.9TD models will not suit, as they use a...
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Last post by DavidRutherford
Sat Jun 21, 2008 10:18 am
Radiators
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Rob_e (UK) »
Sat Jun 21, 2008 12:05 am
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Hi,
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Thanks,
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Last post by Rob_e (UK)
Sat Jun 21, 2008 9:17 am
Estate tail gate
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by
Red Estate »
Fri May 16, 2008 2:56 am
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One of the 2 wedges (rubber) that aperture towards the bottom of my Estate is missing :( . Could anyone tell me where can i get a replacement?
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My pleasure. Now is the time mine will probably drop off...
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Last post by DLM
Thu Jun 19, 2008 4:40 pm
BX TZD Estate rear arch repair panels????
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talbotsteve »
Sun Jun 15, 2008 7:28 pm
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Has anyone ever come across repair panels for the rear end of the BX estate?
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www.beeversautopanels.co.uk
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Last post by jeremy
Tue Jun 17, 2008 5:31 pm
Plip?
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stuart_hedges »
Mon Jun 16, 2008 10:47 am
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I had a very clumsy half-hour on Saturday, during which I broke a pint glass (a CAMRA Sussex beer festival one, which I was quite upset about), cut...
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Bad luck! Personally I'd find another, strip it out and put it in a new case. Pug 405's use the same ones, and I expect 309's of the same era used...
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Last post by Kitch
Tue Jun 17, 2008 12:50 pm
brakes
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marthter »
Mon Jun 16, 2008 10:33 am
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hi im a newby im also dislectic so bare with the spelimg please can anny one tell me wher the brake top up reservar is on a bx 1.9 deasel as i cant...
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You can pick up a haynes manual for the bx off ebay for a few pounds which may be invaluable to you.
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Last post by DavidRutherford
Mon Jun 16, 2008 4:01 pm
4X4 Query and Update
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cxprestigeauto »
Thu Jun 05, 2008 12:04 am
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Well I have now got to grips with the 4X4 estate after getting back of holiday:
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Thanks guys,
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Last post by cxprestigeauto
Sun Jun 15, 2008 9:21 pm
Newbie needing advice on water loss
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Thickasmud »
Mon Jun 02, 2008 2:10 pm
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1991 TGD 1.9 BX19 Auto
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Curious about your pump - if you search this site you'll find that such problems are virtually unknown unless
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Last post by jeremy
Sun Jun 15, 2008 8:13 pm
Sorry Xantia Question Re security code change???
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talbotsteve »
Sun Jun 15, 2008 1:39 pm
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I am after a How To on changing the 4 figure code on my xantia key pad, would ask on french car forum but still won't let me on????
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Thanks, i have just tried again , but i'm still banned ,
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Last post by talbotsteve
Sun Jun 15, 2008 7:23 pm
Binding brakes.
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DavidRutherford »
Fri Jun 06, 2008 12:56 pm
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This is an odd one. I've never experienced binding brakes on a BX before (or indeed any vehicle with discs all round)
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The thing is, they were binding before I went through that flood.
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Last post by DavidRutherford
Sun Jun 15, 2008 3:53 pm
Whats going on with my TD
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Jaba »
Sat Jun 14, 2008 9:30 am
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Got some funny symptoms and I think it might be HG time - or maybe not (he said hopefully)
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On a TD you remove the head complete with both manifolds still fitted. Otherwise you end up with endless aggro ... :roll:
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Last post by AndersDK
Sun Jun 15, 2008 1:39 pm
GRC & Warning Lights
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Terry »
Tue Jun 03, 2008 5:07 pm
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GRC and I are getting on just fine. Lovely car, but a little bit of advice would be very handy.
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Yet another possibility :
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Last post by AndersDK
Fri Jun 13, 2008 9:19 pm
Relocating the multiway rubber "octopus" in hydrau
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by
novomanbx »
Sat May 24, 2008 4:20 pm
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Some little time ago, having had a quote from local garage to replace said beast for over £800 I became very motivated to DIY. :idea:
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To insert a link, the forum software helps you to higligt a copied link address text - to show as a clickable link.
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Last post by AndersDK
Fri Jun 13, 2008 9:10 pm
Bosch TD injection pump
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Jaba »
Sat May 31, 2008 7:20 pm
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I am struggling to get info on the Bosch pump.
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The coldstart wax cylinder that goes into the termostat housing is a very common part. You can get it from either Ctroen or Peugeoet dealers, as it...
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Last post by AndersDK
Fri Jun 13, 2008 8:43 pm
central locking problem
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macker37 »
Wed Jun 11, 2008 10:31 pm
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Having recently purchased my latest 16v on H reg noticed central locking not working. All doors open if operated from passenger door. Having looked...
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i've found a few cars that will operate central locking from the passenger side when they have the plip. I know some two of these have been...
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Last post by Vanny
Fri Jun 13, 2008 12:42 am
New member continuos hissing TZD
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kole24 »
Fri Jun 06, 2008 8:55 am
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Hello guys, first to thank you for great info database. After several months of watching and learnig, I have to confront you with my problem. It is...
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taken many doseurs apart yet TOM?
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Last post by Vanny
Wed Jun 11, 2008 1:03 am
Calling all Bxperts - rad problems, car seems on way out!!!
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by
jwthwaites96 »
Tue Jun 03, 2008 1:02 pm
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Hi guy's,
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Swampy too good to scrap is going to yhe scrapper with a good' free to collector' engine(n/a 1.9 TXD) .Swop over is the cheapest option . Muster the...
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Last post by gazpacho andulus
Tue Jun 10, 2008 5:16 am
CX door locks for BX? Possibility of getting remote key fob?
Replies: 14
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andycadabra »
Fri May 02, 2008 4:16 pm
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Having had my second CD player taken, again mercifully without window breakage, I've come to the conclusion that someone has a key that fits my car....
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Just to say I did get the CX door locks and they're exactly the same even though they're about a third of the price of the BX ones on eBay. :D
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Last post by andycadabra
Fri Jun 06, 2008 1:52 pm
How many hours Labour to replace Headgasket
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kiwi »
Thu Jun 05, 2008 10:54 pm
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I just got my bill for my Head Gasket! Now bearing in mind a seperate charge to an Automotive engineer to reface head and pressure test.
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Hour to remove, 2 hours to refit and run up I'd have thought.
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Fri Jun 06, 2008 2:23 am
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