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Fuel pump replacement, gasket and spacer

Last post by NeilGP « Tue Aug 23, 2022 7:24 pm
Replies: 8
by Jugostran » Wed Aug 10, 2022 2:44 pm

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Hey all.
So, recently I found an ad for a BX fuel pump and gasket. Lucky that considering that my fuel pump gasket is leaking. However, I quickly ran...

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In the mechanical pump the gasket goes between the spacer and the cylinder head

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Last post by NeilGP
Tue Aug 23, 2022 7:24 pm
Rumble noise and sharp metallic sound

Last post by David « Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:55 pm
Replies: 5
by SeanScot » Sat Aug 06, 2022 8:35 pm

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Hi folks

There’s a rumbling noise on our 87 19RD that I wonder is wheel bearings but sounds a metallic clatter coming from rear passenger side that...

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It's difficult to say without seeing the car, but from your description, I think that it could be the wheel bearing. It's possible that the bearing...

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Last post by David
Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:55 pm
How to quieten a noisy exhaust?

Last post by David « Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:37 pm
Replies: 14
by deltic » Sun Jun 26, 2022 6:15 pm

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As posted elsewhere I recently had a stainless steel exhaust system fitted to the BX which unfortunately I find uncomfortably noisy. Indeed it is...

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I've been persevering with mine & I've realised that if I keep the engine revs down, keep the back seats up & if the radio is on, then I can't really...

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Last post by David
Tue Aug 16, 2022 10:37 pm
Interference Engines

Last post by Jaba « Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:33 am
Replies: 4
by bx16trs » Mon Aug 08, 2022 12:38 pm

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Hi all, been trying to find out whether the engine in my 1986 BX16TRS is interference or non-interference? None of the web refs I Googled show...

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Correct me if I'm wrong, years ago I had a mk1 vauxhall astra 1300 cambelt snapped due to seized water pump
No valve or cam damage, new belt and pump...

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Last post by Jaba
Wed Aug 10, 2022 9:33 am
Using a 405 Electric Mirror To Make a BX Electric Mirror?

Last post by krekov « Wed Aug 03, 2022 12:26 pm
Replies: 2
by krekov » Sat Jun 25, 2022 12:02 pm

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Hello,
I've been wondering if it's possible to convert a manual BX mirror into an electric one using the guts of a Pug 405 mirror, the mk 1.
Anyone...

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Welp, it took a while but I've reached a conclusion: the electric mirror mechanism for the passenger side (on LHD cars) is exactly the same as the...

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Last post by krekov
Wed Aug 03, 2022 12:26 pm
Fitting A/C to a BX 16

Last post by Jugostran « Sun Jul 24, 2022 11:40 am
Replies: 5
by Jugostran » Sat Jul 16, 2022 5:47 pm

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Hey all!
So, it has been more than a year since I got my BX. I love it so far. Yes, it is still quite broken, but it is endearing. However, since...

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Hi there, I'm fitting a/c to my MK1 GT and can confirm it is a fair amount of work, the hardest part is likely to be finding the parts and then...

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Last post by Jugostran
Sun Jul 24, 2022 11:40 am
What carburetor model does the XU5 2C engine have?

Last post by Jugostran « Fri Jul 15, 2022 11:48 am
Replies: 4
by Jugostran » Wed Mar 16, 2022 9:58 am

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Hey all!
So, I am getting ready to rebuild the Solex carburetor in my early 1989 BX 16 TRS. Trouble is, I don't know the exact model of the...

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If it is Solex and the engine is the type 171Z engine, then it could also be the 34-34-Z1 PSA 464. BUT, the factory is well known for making...

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Last post by Jugostran
Fri Jul 15, 2022 11:48 am
Another diesel starting thread.

Last post by Dave_16v « Fri Jul 08, 2022 7:33 am
Replies: 29
by saintjamesy89 » Tue Oct 08, 2013 6:09 pm
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Hi guys, had a bit of a time trying to start the TXD turbo these last few mornings. Once, I could put down to it just being a BX, but twice is too...

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Quite possibly a stuck stop solenoid, it open and closes with on /off as power goes to it. Sometimes giving it a tap may free it.

Edit

After a bit...
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Last post by Dave_16v
Fri Jul 08, 2022 7:33 am
Speedo cable

Last post by Canada's only BX « Thu Jun 30, 2022 9:05 pm
Replies: 8
by FroggyBX » Mon Apr 19, 2021 12:23 pm

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I've noticed a slight clicking when pottering along (I'm retired in France). I think it may be something to do with the speedo cable. Checked the...

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A company in Italy has quite a few items for the BX and all other Citroen, going back to the 15s, including speedo cables

Pimax Srl (

Look for the...

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Last post by Canada's only BX
Thu Jun 30, 2022 9:05 pm
Should I take the windshield off, yes or no?

Last post by Benfatto « Mon Jun 27, 2022 8:43 pm
Replies: 4
by Benfatto » Sat Jun 25, 2022 3:17 pm

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BX forum 5.jpg

The owner before last parked it under a tree for years. The rust did not look so bad at first, but after cleaning I discovered a...

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Thank you for all your replies! I 'll bite the bullet then and take it off, weld and paint it. Probably have it re-placed by a professional, since...

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Last post by Benfatto
Mon Jun 27, 2022 8:43 pm
Abs light, bleeding?

Last post by womble3go « Mon May 16, 2022 9:34 pm
Replies: 5
by womble3go » Sun May 15, 2022 3:00 pm

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Hi all,
Ive just done some work on my hydraulic system, changed the FDV and regulator had all 5 spheres off and checked and cleaned the tank and...

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I will check my spare one just to make sure that its ok, but at least no one is say to bleed the brake which was a pain last time I did it.

Thank...

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Last post by womble3go
Mon May 16, 2022 9:34 pm
Replacing a headlight

Last post by deltic « Fri May 06, 2022 9:49 pm
Replies: 2
by deltic » Fri May 06, 2022 2:36 pm

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Am I correct in thinking that by doing a straight swap of a headlight that the adjusters will remain in position and that the new headlight will be...

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And thank you for shedding light on my question!

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Last post by deltic
Fri May 06, 2022 9:49 pm
TZI valve clearances

Last post by rhysaccess « Fri Apr 22, 2022 1:30 am
Replies: 4
by rhysaccess » Mon Apr 18, 2022 3:32 pm

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Howdy all,

While checking valve clearances on my DKZ engine, I've used the 159 specs in one of my Haynes manuals of 0.15 - 0.25 Inlet & 0.35 - 0.45...

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Yes, the vagaries of chasing down some exact numbers by shimming are not new to me. If I’m to use the “standard” BX19 clearances – just three exhaust...

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Last post by rhysaccess
Fri Apr 22, 2022 1:30 am
Replacing the BE3 gearbox

Last post by rhysaccess « Fri Apr 08, 2022 8:11 am
Replies: 7
by rhysaccess » Sun Apr 03, 2022 11:47 am

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Howdy all,

With the planet gears breaking through the gearbox bell housing - the original BE3 CJ47 gearbox is to be replaced.

I have a 20TE47 unit...

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Based on the (excellent) feedback here - I’ve ordered the appropriate bits, and I await the (hopefully correct) parts to arrive at my door....

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Last post by rhysaccess
Fri Apr 08, 2022 8:11 am
Removing a BX16v alternator

Last post by szhrr5cc « Tue Apr 05, 2022 10:46 pm
Replies: 2
by szhrr5cc » Tue Apr 05, 2022 2:18 pm

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Hello All, working on our 16v to remove the alternator as it very noisy and either needs replacing or rebuilding. We have freed it off apart from one...

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thanks, will give that a try, well worth knowing!

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Last post by szhrr5cc
Tue Apr 05, 2022 10:46 pm
"Optimal" Spheres

Last post by DLM « Sat Apr 02, 2022 7:45 pm
Replies: 6
by DLM » Tue Mar 29, 2022 3:07 pm

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Saw a new name on the list of aftermarket manufacturers when when looking up a BX sphere part number - OPTIMAL

Don't think I'll be buying but does...

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Thanks for all comments.

I did come across a post going back a way on the French Car Forum. It was essentially from a Pleiades man, and gave views...

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Last post by DLM
Sat Apr 02, 2022 7:45 pm
Driveshaft removal tips welcome

Last post by rhysaccess « Sun Mar 27, 2022 9:43 am
Replies: 2
by rhysaccess » Sat Mar 26, 2022 11:43 am

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Howdy all,

Driveshaft removal (entirely), hasn't been as intuitive on the TZI as I'd hoped.

Its part of the engine/gearbox removal set of...

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Turns out it was all pretty easy -probably did it in about the same it took me to type this post.

I just like to plan where possible, to save hours...

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Last post by rhysaccess
Sun Mar 27, 2022 9:43 am
Looking at buying a 16V

Last post by Cresco750 « Wed Mar 23, 2022 1:22 am
Replies: 30
by Cresco750 » Tue Feb 01, 2022 1:10 am
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Hi all

First time posting here in a long time. I’ve owned a number of different Cits over the past fifteen years or so, including D’s, XM, CX, C5,...

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As the OP of this thread I’d thought I’d better offer a follow up? I decided not to pursue the white 16V in question; a bit too much of a project for...
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Last post by Cresco750
Wed Mar 23, 2022 1:22 am
Sensible tasks- while engine is out.

Last post by Jaba « Tue Mar 22, 2022 8:09 am
Replies: 8
by rhysaccess » Sun Mar 20, 2022 11:44 am

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Howdy all,

I'm removing the engine out of my (newly acquired) 1990 TZI - to facilitate replacing a broken gearbox.

While it's out, it's timely to...

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Something else to consider is the sump gasket if there are signs of leakage and while you are there and doing the crankshaft seal the sealing strips...

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Last post by Jaba
Tue Mar 22, 2022 8:09 am
Fitting new rear brake pads and discs BX 1.4 St Tropez

Last post by rutter123 « Mon Mar 14, 2022 11:15 am
Replies: 10
by szhrr5cc » Thu Mar 10, 2022 9:52 pm

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Carrying on with getting the BX in better shape today I removed the rear brake pads preparatory to fitting new discs as the current ones are very...

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Agreed the rear bleed valves are sods for snapping and sods to get out if they do. Steel against alloy over a long time is never good.
A tap with a...

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Last post by rutter123
Mon Mar 14, 2022 11:15 am
Anti roll bar bush availability 95635526

Last post by ghaddon1701 « Sun Mar 13, 2022 5:05 pm

by ghaddon1701 » Sun Mar 13, 2022 5:05 pm

Hi everyone,

Can anyone who has access to service Citroen tell me if anti roll bushes are still available from Citroen please? Part number is...

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Last post by ghaddon1701
Sun Mar 13, 2022 5:05 pm
Light bulbs

Last post by szhrr5cc « Wed Mar 02, 2022 4:50 pm
Replies: 4
by szhrr5cc » Wed Mar 02, 2022 1:28 pm

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As part of the ongoing effort to improve my BX St Tropez I've been looking at the headlights. Two things,

1, on the offside the smaller bulb in the...

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Thanks Gents, useful info on the bulb and I'll have a look at the relay idea, just checked the glass and, happily, that appears firmly in place! One...

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Last post by szhrr5cc
Wed Mar 02, 2022 4:50 pm
Purflux fuel filter head

Last post by DLM « Mon Feb 21, 2022 11:02 pm
Replies: 3
by davidicraik » Mon Feb 21, 2022 6:07 pm

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Having intermittent starting problems due to air getting into the priming fuel filter head that I believe is a Purflux C180 .
Does anyone know where...

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As said above, the diaphragms on Purlux filter units can be problematic - causing bad running, surges and worse. Have at least one of the units from...

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Last post by DLM
Mon Feb 21, 2022 11:02 pm
Intermediate Height Question

Last post by Fumbler « Wed Feb 09, 2022 6:44 pm
Replies: 12
by Fumbler » Wed Jan 26, 2022 12:01 pm

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Since being fixed, the car raises and lowers to the proper height on every setting, apart from intermediate height. When I select this with the...

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Issue was resolved by replacing a worn bronze bush in the rear height corrector lonkage. Everything on the suspension is now mechanically sound. The...

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Last post by Fumbler
Wed Feb 09, 2022 6:44 pm
clutch change.

Last post by tim « Tue Feb 08, 2022 1:32 pm
Replies: 6
by tim » Wed Jan 19, 2022 1:14 pm

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Hi all - still here. The Red One (92 TXD diesel) has been OK barring 'sorting out things' as we do. However, a trip up London and back with a small...

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Hi. The cable bracket is permanently fixed to the cradle by spot welds, as are the pedals - never meant to be removed. So I need a complete cradle....

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Last post by tim
Tue Feb 08, 2022 1:32 pm
Fitting new front brake pads BX 1.4

Last post by DLM « Mon Feb 07, 2022 11:32 am
Replies: 8
by szhrr5cc » Fri Feb 04, 2022 7:31 pm

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MOT advisory to change the front pads....I have got the old ones off following the Haynes manual (I know..). I've been able to fit the new pads into...

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I've experienced problems with aftermarket plates too from a kit - fairly similar in dimensions, but oversized. As you've found, normally the old...

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Last post by DLM
Mon Feb 07, 2022 11:32 am
Burned resistor in my dashboard

Last post by oucham « Thu Feb 03, 2022 3:35 pm
Replies: 8
by oucham » Tue Feb 01, 2022 8:26 pm

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Dear friends.

There is a burned resistor in my car's dashboard. It was like that since I bought the car, so I do not know the reason. It is not...

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Thanks a lot White exec [-o<

I will try to fix the dashboard

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Last post by oucham
Thu Feb 03, 2022 3:35 pm
What is this device in my engine

Last post by oucham « Thu Feb 03, 2022 2:15 pm

by oucham » Thu Feb 03, 2022 2:15 pm

Hello.

Can someone tell me what is the name of this device in my engine, and what it does.

Three vacuum pipes are connected to it.

Thank you

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Last post by oucham
Thu Feb 03, 2022 2:15 pm
Rocker clearance Citroen BX14RE, engine 150Y/XY6B

Last post by oucham « Tue Feb 01, 2022 9:34 pm
Replies: 2
by oucham » Tue Feb 01, 2022 6:31 pm

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Dear friends.

I need the values for rocker clearance for my engine. The Haynes book for my car lists the values only for the engines 150A and 150C....

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Thank you for your reply.
Do you know if the clearance are the same for all 150 engines?

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Last post by oucham
Tue Feb 01, 2022 9:34 pm
Rear Brake Line Replacement

Last post by rutter123 « Sat Jan 29, 2022 9:43 pm
Replies: 26
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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Last post by rutter123
Sat Jan 29, 2022 9:43 pm
BX 16v cooling radiator

Last post by Kaapelimies « Wed Jan 26, 2022 3:08 pm
Replies: 8
by -=RAMZES=- » Mon Jan 24, 2022 9:31 pm

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Hi, to everybody.
I need new cooling radiator for my BX. As I know it's unique and was installed only in BX 16v. It's made of cooper, and have it's...

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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

Last post by Jugostran « Sun Jan 16, 2022 11:01 pm
Replies: 7
by Jugostran » Fri Jan 14, 2022 9:23 pm

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Hello everyone,
This will be a short one. Several bulbs in my instrument cluster went out. I wanted to fix them, so I bought a 30 pack of T5 12V...

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Good result! Apologies for the slip with the bulb spec....W1.2W is correct. Have corrected my post.
Glad it's now working.
To maximise instrument...

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Last post by Jugostran
Sun Jan 16, 2022 11:01 pm
Citroen Service Box

Last post by bowei001 « Sat Jan 15, 2022 6:17 pm
Replies: 2
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,
Thanks for the information and the offer. I think that I'll register and log in for a short while and try a large download to look at...

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Last post by bowei001
Sat Jan 15, 2022 6:17 pm
Diagnosing the door open warning display

Last post by Jugostran « Fri Jan 14, 2022 9:20 pm
Replies: 12
by Jugostran » Wed Oct 27, 2021 11:20 pm

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Hello everyone!
So, I have been tinkering with the door open display, and I am currently stuck in a diagnostics mess. I have determined that the...

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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.

The pins need to be earthed out to...

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Last post by Jugostran
Fri Jan 14, 2022 9:20 pm
RH drive shaft intermediate bearing

Last post by white exec « Fri Jan 07, 2022 7:35 pm
Replies: 15
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...

19D driveshafts - replacement
LH shaft came out ok, and have inserted...

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Just as a postscript re: the gear whine . . .

The 5th gear whine (at 110-120km/h) from last year was all but eliminated with the addition of a 125ml...
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Last post by white exec
Fri Jan 07, 2022 7:35 pm
Front Bumper Mounts

Last post by white exec « Fri Dec 24, 2021 8:20 am
Replies: 5
by krekov » Thu Dec 23, 2021 6:14 pm

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Hello,
I got a new front bumper and upon mounting I realized I couldn't get it to not sag a bit, even though it was mounted properly on the plastic...

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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

Last post by bowei001 « Sun Dec 19, 2021 1:53 pm
Replies: 10
by 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

Last post by Xm25td « Wed Dec 15, 2021 5:37 pm
Replies: 11
by Xm25td » Sat Dec 11, 2021 9:49 pm

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Hi all,
I have a citroen bx tzd turbo that skipped timing and broke camshaft in 3 pieces and camshaft bearings couldnt find a replacament head so i...

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Are all xud heads the same (oval ports), can i fit pulley for hydraulic pump on every head and cam?
Are there any differences between 1.7 1.7 td,...

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Last post by Xm25td
Wed Dec 15, 2021 5:37 pm
Drive shaft replacement

Last post by white exec « Tue Dec 07, 2021 5:48 pm
Replies: 2
by 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.
The r.h. outboard bellows has a small split, and has thrown grease out,...

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Finally found it...
BX_D_nonABS_driveshaftsupportbrg.JPG
3247 03 and associated bits (#6, 10, 7).

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Last post by white exec
Tue Dec 07, 2021 5:48 pm
Oil temp gauge, on 19D

Last post by Kaapelimies « Fri Dec 03, 2021 3:30 pm
Replies: 10
by white exec » Sun Nov 14, 2021 11:14 am

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Oil and coolant temp gauges now fitted to the 19D.
Coolant temp gauge AOK, and good to be able to watch thermostat and cooling fans doing their...

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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

Or visit Germany.. The...

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Last post by Kaapelimies
Fri Dec 03, 2021 3:30 pm
Driveshafts

Last post by davidicraik « Tue Nov 30, 2021 11:16 am
Replies: 5
by 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.
Any recommendations for supplier?

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That's brilliant,
Thank you Chris

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Last post by davidicraik
Tue Nov 30, 2021 11:16 am
Rear end not raising.

Last post by white exec « Fri Nov 26, 2021 7:38 pm
Replies: 6
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

Last post by Fumbler « Tue Nov 23, 2021 11:07 am
Replies: 12
by 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'.

Is this just coincidence or were Citroen ahead of the game in 1992 and...

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Last post by Fumbler
Tue Nov 23, 2021 11:07 am
BX 16 TGS 1992 Estate -> Front Wiper Motor (Valeo # 535 37 702)

Last post by Routemaster « Sun Nov 21, 2021 9:31 pm

by Routemaster » Sun Nov 21, 2021 9:31 pm

Any leads for sourcing a replacement front wiper motor gratefully received.

Looking for a 'sensibly priced' replacement that isn't going to be...

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Last post by Routemaster
Sun Nov 21, 2021 9:31 pm
BX 16v Thermostat

Last post by white exec « Tue Nov 16, 2021 7:28 am
Replies: 29
by krekov » Thu Oct 28, 2021 6:35 pm
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Hello,
I've swapped the thermostat on my 16v due to unresolved overheating when standing still (everything else checked many times over). The old one...

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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

Last post by Jaba « Fri Nov 12, 2021 10:01 am
Replies: 10
by Jugostran » Mon Nov 08, 2021 4:33 pm

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Hey there,
I have been reading through some old threads regarding this topic, and found out that my BX rides a bit too high on its normal suspension...

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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

Last post by Jaba « Thu Nov 11, 2021 11:36 am
Replies: 7
by 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.

This is Citroen's...

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Hi Richard, Actually I missed that you missed my reply.
Obviously size matters and that was not what I meant when I said I don't think it too...

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Last post by Jaba
Thu Nov 11, 2021 11:36 am
Return pipe rubber elbow - 5280 P5

Last post by Kaapelimies « Tue Nov 09, 2021 9:12 pm
Replies: 2
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.
Part no. is 5280 P5 Hydraulic return tube sleeve,...

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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

Last post by white exec « Thu Nov 04, 2021 6:27 pm
Replies: 6
by valerie » Fri Oct 29, 2021 10:48 pm

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Hi,
I have just replaced the rear brake pipes with some I bought from another citroen enthusiast, about 10 years ago.

I have never had any problems...

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Good result.
Those sleeved joints are extraordinarily good at handling exteremely high pressures, provided that everything lines up, and the pipe end...

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Lucas injector pump

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by pwykes » Thu Nov 04, 2021 10:55 am

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G,day Chaps,

My bx.1.9d has been off the road for a while for extensive maintenance. I had problems getting it started and i have found that there...

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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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