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DoubleChevron · Jun 30, 2015

DoubleChevron · Jun 30, 2015

If anyone knows of a good thread we should include here .... and can actually find it :clown:

Just add a message here, and I'll add it to the list

seeya,
Shane L.

David S · Jun 30, 2015

Pre-Traction threads:
Moving accelerator pedal to the right 1925 5cv (2022): 1925 Citroen 5cv pedals

Useful Traction threads:
MichaelJH's 1951 11BL restoration showng major underbody repairs (2022>): 1951 11BL
Slough Traction interior lamps PLUS Slough tail light lens vs L741 often used (2017): Slough Interior lens
Big boot Slough interior lamp lens (2022): Traction Interior Lens
11BL Gearbox overhaul (Shane 2016>): Finally repairing a Traction gearbox
4-speed TA gearbox: TA 4 speed
Comments on ID19 engine and Traction 11/Lt15 (2022): ID19 engine gearbox for sale
1954 11BL gearbox renovation (Citroenenthusiast USA 2020): 11BL Transmission Overhaul
Some pictures and discussion about rims (2020): 165x400 11bl rims
Some pointers on 11 / Lt15 driveshafts / hub removal (2020): TA driveshaft
Link to a buying guide - External (2021): TA buying guide
Lt 15 Wipers arms 2022: Lt 25 wipers
Lt 15 brakes (and driveshafts) (2021/22): Traction brake cylinder bleed nipples

Citroen Fluids:
Canola Oil ... (... and when not to)
Relacement seals and engine on old ID (Useful info for LHS>LHM etc.)
LHM: LHM .... compatible fluid ?
DS21/23 5 speed oil: Gearbox oil recommendations Please- DS23 5 speed
CX C-matic oil etc. (2018): c-matic maintenance... Alternatives to Total Fluid-T, which is NLA.
Particle filter / FAP Eolys - see Lexia and EOLYS? and Correct EOLYS for my C5?

Tyre threads ...
DS5 (2021) here.

Special tools
2cv Tools website lists many 2cv, GS, CX, DS, BX special tools (external website link): 2cvtools.com

Older French electrical parts: Good website for electrical parts (gives link to external French site: Elec Ancetres

Wiper blades for later models. Not an endorsement, but has become a VIP forum sponsor June 2020 but consider:
Peugeot Citroen Renault Wiper Blades - Silara

DS, CX and maybe BX stickers and placards: LHM & Air Filter Stickers

Brochures:
CX (external link): Start depli CX
Look at Froggy Media for brochures and other info. Plus the Manuals thread listed as the first link in this thread.

Youtube channels:
Servicing the Goddess UK 2019: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3T...fpn3uuv0HWDC0Q
Coldwar Motors Canada SM project series: https://www.youtube.com/user/coldwarmotors

Fiamm horns for DS and CX: WTB Fiamm air horns and Fitting air horns to D Special
3D Printing of parts incl D bracket/wire for horns ... : Dee plastic bits

David S · Jun 30, 2015

C5 battery connected backwards / reverse polarity and BSI/ECU damage ... Incorrectly connected battery - Now no crank, no start - 2007 407 2L HDI

Molex connector pin removal: Molex plug

Early C5 cabin fan + wiring diagrams (2015): C5 blower fan

C4/C5/C5/C6 et al. AM6 oil change info:
Useful links inside this thread: 407 SVHDI TT 2.7 Trany Fluid Change on Aisin Warner AWTF-80SC (06+ Aero Automatic)

Buying C5 / VIN code / engine / trans version topics:
Read through some earlier threads starting here: C5 info wanted
Looking at the engine code in the VIN is the best way to know what you are dealing with when it comes to the confusing C5 range.

C5X7, C6 and some Pug V6 HDi etc DT17 DT20 cooling system: Plastic thermostat housing coolant outlet cracks V6 HDis

Power tuning C5 C6 Pugs 2.7HDi 3.0Hdi etc. (2021) Performance chips for 2.7Hdi

C5 HDi 2.0 (01-05) electric fuel pump engine fuse box repair in this thread: HDI C5 wont start
BSM connector pin allocations for this model: C5 Series 1 won't run
C5 HDi 2.0 (01-05) power loss. Tank pump and vacuum test info from factory manual at post 25. C5 power issue yet again or still

C5/C4/C4 Picasso 2.0HDi DW10B RHR in VIN loss of power - turbo vacuum pipe Y-piece: C5 power down
Applies to all C5 facelift and early X7, C4 and Picasso with 2.0HDi RHR / DW10B engine and AM6 auto.
Also applies to 307, 407 with 2.0HDi RHR / DW10B engine auto or manual.
Timing belt failure and camshafts on RHR DW10B engine (2023): C4 Picasso engine removal and swap

C5 2.2HDi Twin Turbo (06-08) 6 speed (AM6) 4HS in VIN random limp/stalling >> Mixer/doser unit: C5 depollution warning light
C5 X7 2.0HDi RHH air doser actuator pollution fault, lack of power: C5 Pollution fault

C5 2.2HDi Single Turbo (04-06) 4 speed (4HP20) 4HX in VIN: No start / limp / Xmas tree dash: C5 2.2 Hdi error codes and loss of power
Swirl vane actuator issues where car drives OK but faults randomly at higher speeds: Citroen C5 Swirl Valve Actuator Replacement
Plus: C5 Limp home... and C5 HDi mystery lever... and bent DW12 4HX conrod: 2005 C5 2.2HDi Time to go?

C5 BHI suspension pump: Where can I get a suspension pump for 2005 C5 V6 and (external site): C5 suspension pump reconditioning
C5 BHI pump not running? Check/repair the fuse (external - Youtube): Check Maxi-fuse
C5 X7 suspension and pump 40A fusible link location (2023): C5 X7 Suspension and Maxifuse info for C6: In this thread
C5 X7 front suspension and LCAs (2023): C5 X7 Front LCA Bushes

C2/C3/Pluriel Sensodrive threads Any sensodrive experts? Mechanic recommendations??
See links in this thread re Sensodrive and some other Pluriel topics: Citroen pluriel gearbox

C5 (01-08) hatch/boot doesn't open or opens by itself (=bad switch pad): Boot keeps opening on C5
(Not to be confused with the C5 wagon (01-05, maybe to 08) tailgate glass that doesn't open because the printed circuit in the glass has gone bad. There may be a thread on that, but the fix is a bypass wire tapes to the glass. There was a Citroen kit.)

C5 (01-08) Front window reg: Power window failure
C5 (01-08) broken door handles Door Handles Broken inside and out
C5 sticky dash coating: C5 V6 2001. Sticky, sticky dash plastic
C5 (01-08) Wagon/Estate tailgate strut repair (2016): C5 tailgate strut recondition

C5 X7 (08+) Door mirror repair: Citroen C5 X7 door wing mirror and Folding side mirror issues with C5X7
X7 door mirrors stop operating - Fuse for electric mirrors on 2012 C5?

C5 X7 Electric Handbrake / Parking Brake (2022): Electric Handbrake C5 X7 RHH engine

C5 X7 Replace central display / multi-function screen (2015): 2009 C5 multifunction display

C6 AMVAR suspension valve dismantled (Youtube 2018) C6 AMVAR Valve dismantled

David S · Jul 8, 2015

Dealing with an insurer. Relates to hail damage Sydney Feb 2017. Hail damaged C5 potential write off

XM/605 V6 (PRV / ES9) oil choices, capacities and PRV V6 dipstick measurements: PRV Bearings - Durability

Thread (with linked threads) regarding the brake valve in Xantia, XM, most BX and CX post-82: Citroen Xantia Brake Control Valve Leak

BX/Xantia/XM pinion service (2018 - tool kit diagram on page 2): Series 1 Xantia Power Steering very heavy and blowing rubber pipes.

Xantia/XM strut top topics:
Another XM Top Suspension Mount Bites the Dust
Removing Xantia strut tops
Some pictures of Xantia strut tops here: My XM has landed

XM PRV V6 head gasket replacement on 1994 model: XM - head gasket job
PRV head bolt torque: PRV head bolt torque

XM / 605 PRV Water Pump (addo 2014): Water Pump Rebuilding
XM coolant reservoir: XM coolant reservoir
XM PRV V6 radiator hoses ...
Top - ado's fix (2014): 605 / XM PRV Top Hose
Bottom (2017): XM V6 Bottom radiator hose needed

XM PRV V6 4HP18 governor seals. In situ repair. May also apply to Peugeot 605 V6. XM V6 4HP18 Governor seals
Xantia/XM/C5 ZF 4HP20 pictorial dismantle/assemble (external link): Eastment Xantia 4HP20

XM window regulator Bitron one-touch controller (2018) XM (Series 1?) Window Down

XM, 406 and others A/C flap motor (External website) Bronze cog and Fixing the dreaded dash click (Pug)

Useful C4 threads, some applying to others:
C4 1.6 HDi - considering purchasing - advice on engine & vehicle in general.
Bungling Amateurs, C4 HDI injector, please help
Dealing with a failed DV6 turbo - links to other threads in included in this one: Getting to know my new 07 C4 HDi - with your help please
DV6 1.6HDi lube/care: 1.6 HDI Oil Lubrication and Maintenance. Avoiding Problems.
Buying a C4 VTS with links to a couple of other useful threads: Purchasing C4 VTS

Cleaning sticky soft-feel coated plastics in C5 (ad others), such as underdash etc.. C5 sticky plastic dashboard?
Click through to the linked thread with additional information. Can apply to any make or model with 'soft-feel' interior coatings.

A long thread that may assist with the AL4, or maybe just provide a lot of reading around the topic ...
03 Citroen C5 2.0 HDI auto HELP
That thread relates to an early C5 HDi, but there the material applies to others. Another early C5 HDi long thread that ended in a partial rebuild using parts from another AL4 gearbox: Update on C5 non starter
followed by ... AL4 converter query
and the follow on thread re the AL4 C&P. Link to useful manuals in post#12 if not already found elsewhere:
URGENT: Final drive needed 25x68 from 2L HDI AL4
More on AL4 (2022) with a link to a repair document at the bottom of page 1 and discussion of setting the manual link without the factory tool and replacing electrovalves from page 3: 2006 c4 auto AL4.

C4/C5/C6 Eolys variations and refilling: Lexia and EOLYS? and Correct EOLYS for my C5?

Changing the Al4 fluid. Original pictures were lost. There may be a better guide now: Please re-post C5 AL4 transmission refilling guide

Al4 in C5 no reverse (very short thread): citroen C5 with AL4 no reverse

Changing C5 dash cluster 2001-04. Same technique, different cluster 2005-08 (pre-X7) How to replace a C5 speedo and rev counter?

Front seat heater in C5(X7) 08+ / GC4Pic(B78) 13+ / 508 / DS5? - here.

EP6 / THP engine threads - re DS3, DS4, DS5, B7 C4, some C5 and others, Pugs: https://www.aussiefrogs.com/forum/index.php?threads/thp-engine-advice-wanted.144048/
Includes some timing chain part numbers: https://www.aussiefrogs.com/forum/index.php?threads/2011-308-help-required.141565/
There are some good threads on head cleaning to note,

EB2 engine threads - Cactus, C4, C3 and C3 Aircross + various Pugs ...
Timing belt degradation T9 P308 (2021): https://www.aussiefrogs.com/forum/i...e-vibration-loss-of-power.144539/post-1733441
Misfire due to plugs re P208 (2021): https://www.aussiefrogs.com/forum/index.php?threads/peugeot-2008-1-2lt-ownership-feedback.134842/
308 T9 1.2 belt and head clean (2021): https://www.aussiefrogs.com/forum/index.php?threads/t9-308-1-2-puretech-issues.140722/

David S · Jul 8, 2015

DS general discussions ...
Thoughts on buying DS23 Auto incl. discuss BW35, model history (2017): Potential purchase of a DS 23 1974 Pallas Auto...would appreciate some info.
Options for a rusted 23 auto: Wanted DS23 bare chassis
Mostly about "Is a D Special a DS?" (2014): DS23ie transmission cooler hose

Longstroke (3-bearing) DS/ID topics:
The Longstroke DS/ID census thread restarted 2013: Longstroke ds/id census

Longstroke DS/ID renovations: (Also search Restoration sub-forum HERE)
Shane's 1963 Heidelberg ID19 Berline from post#1 above (2011+): Is this the best project car you have ever seen?
Bluedanubes ID19F Safari resto (2018+): My new challenge 1964 ID19F Safari
Budge's DS21BVH blog (external link): https://ds-restoration.blogspot.com/

5-bearing DS renovations: (Also search Restoration sub-forum HERE)
Faulksy's DS21 EFI BVH post-fire rebuild: Resurrecting a Goddess .... twice
Lamoor's 1967 DS21 BVH carby single headlight: here.
Budge's 1968 DS21 BVH UK (external link Blogspot): Here
KAndy's 1974 DS23 5-speed here.
Ramaling's 1973 DS23 carby 5-speed (2021) here, formerly michaelr's project (2010>) here.

DS mechanical topics ...
Adding a full flow filter to a 3-bearing ID19 engine (2016): Long Stroke Oil Filter
Changing the oil filter on a 5-bearing DS/Special engine (2021): Here. More advice (2023): DS Low Oil Pressure.
Sodium-filled exhaust valves in late 5-bearing DS EFI heads: Here. and 21/23 EFI heads: D Cylinder head casting number
LHS2.1's (Roger-RIP) DS19 rebuild - engine (2014+): DS19 engine reconditioning
Early ID/DS oil pump shaft (2020): Longstroke oil pump
Shane's ID19 gearbox knock / broken crankshaft: ID19 Gearboxes
Fitting shortstroke engine to 3-bearing ID19: In this thread
Picture of 5 Bearing DS bellhousing bolts (2022): DS Starter Motor Bolt
5-bearing toggle clutch setup (2023): D Special clutch
Repco 100-057 alternative boot for 1969 ID19 inner (closed aluminium type) triaxe (2023): DSpecial CV joints

D Carby inlet (2011+) VERY IMPORTANT D Series Fuel Inlet Fitting Fix Kit
Carby paper air filter - pancake filter. Also some EFI DS. (2020): DS air filter alternative paper cassette

DS fuel tank threads
DS/ID carby fuel tank bronze discs filter in pickup (External link): Exploded view
DS21 EFI Fuel tank (carby fuel tank is very similar but lacks the fuel return) (2021): Here
DS23 EFI Auto tank / filter option (2023): DS23 petrol tank

DS fuel injection threads:
Useful D-Jetronic reference (external website): D-Jetronic, K-Jetronic and ignition for classic cars
DS32 EFI (2014+): D-Jetronic Bosch
Short discussion on DS injectors and replacing hoses (2012): DS injector part numbers
DS21/23 overrun stumble (2021): 1974 DS23 Citroen help wanted.
D-Jetronic distributor dual trigger points (2021): wtb d-jetronic bits
DS EFI fuel mix and adjusting regulator pressure (2012): Air Fuel Ratio
Note: For EFI cars with the cylindrical air filter, you can use K&N filter E-2350.

Clutch and gearbox threads:
Shims in DS19 BVH setup: DS19 gearbox
Before you look at a DS 5-bearing 4 to 5 speed conversion (2022): 5 Speed DS Conversion
DS 5spd BVH conversion: DS manual gearbox bvm5
DSpecial clutch cable/pivot (2012): takethatf-clutchcableandstickitupyaa
DS hydraulic pump - 7 piston
Pottsy's pump overhaul and seal info (2014): Hydraulic pump exploration
Blogspot external link (2018): Budge's 1968 DS21 HP pump sripdown and overhaul (UK)

DS Steering Rack and alignment:
D power rack: Hoogy's DS 23 Pallas
DS steering rack angular position alignment tool DIY diagram in this thread: HERE
D wheel alignment tips (2014): Taking D for wheel alignment Any tips?

DS suspension issues, including choppy ride, stuck up and the wire in DS hydraulic pipes:
2005: DS Ups & Downs
2013: Stuck: front suspension stuck on high
DS lost her bounce
DS height corrector to anti roll bar connection
DS is leaning to the left
Height corrector service and cleaning the restrictor discs. DS, GS, CX etc. (2023): Height Correctors

DS Spheres:
DS spheres
A thread started by Pottsy (2016) D-Special Sphere rebuild
Consider replacing DS 2-piece accumulator and service the regulator: DS/D Special - failed two piece accumulator sphere
External links: Make sphere tester from jack and Chamfer the damper hole and Budge's steel pressure reg re-seal

DS brakes:
Late DS manual handbrake (2013): DS23 handbrake stuck
Early ID19 safety brake assist device discussion - disable it: In this thread.
Early ID/DS rear brake line swivel (usually upgraded to a flex hose): DS Brake Swivel Pipe Repair

DS Air-conditoning:
DS A/C (2011+): DS Airconditioning
York A/C Citroen DS Better to replace with Sanden.
Autoclima AC on AU DS23 (2013): Autoclima Aircon 1974 DS23 AU Delivery
DS21 Air Conditioner
In relation to 23 carby autuo, now in Singapore ex-AU (2021): Air-Conditioning a D in the tropics
You need a 3-row water pump pulley for DS A/C: Where to buy a DS water pump with airconditioning
Citroenenthusiast's boot-mounted AC in USA LHD DS19 (2017): DS19 AC installation

David S · Jul 8, 2015

DS body and electrical topics ...

DS body info, assembly and adjustment discussions:
Citroen script on bonnet of early DS19/ID19 (2020): Citroen Script Badge ID19
DS Boot badge position: DS21 monogram placement Later D stick-on: DS and DSpecial boot badge placement
Door assembly, window glass: DS19 windows roll up too far, spreading the sping clip and D Special door pockets
Late inside door handles (2015): DS interior door handles and (2018): Citroen DS door handles and locks all explained?
UFO's DSpecial tart up (2011): UFO DSpecial retrim and repaint
ID Safari B-pillar, lights and roof trim (2022): 66 Break B Pillar Material

DS Roof panel ...
Removal and refit: (2011) Removing Bonded Roof 74 DSpecial (2015) Sealant for bonded roof
Rail repair (2021): DS23 Roof Restoration
Webasto sunroof for DS (2021): here.

ID19 tool kit and wheel changing gear (2021): Tyre change tools for 1963 ID19

DS seating / interior retrim and suppliers (2017): Re-trimming a DS

DS (and GS CX etc.) wheel, hydraulic and minor parts paint info:
Paint Codes for DS Roof/Wheels
What Paint For DS Hydraulic Parts?
DS engine bay brown colour code
Early ID19 hubcaps (2020): Here

On DS headlights and late headlight glass fitting ...
DS headlight bucket colour and wheel paint (critical topics!):
2011: AC colour code for 68 DS 21 wheels
2018: A tangent in this thread. Read from here, with more in mid-March 2018 ...My new purchase. 1974 Citroen D Special
Headlight glass rubber: Late D headlamps rubber strips (Note 5/18 you can now buy both rubber strips as repro parts)
Shows parts diagrams: DS front guard and headlight bucket reassembly
Mentions repro headlight mounts: DSpecial headlight assembly
Headlight re-silvering - applies generally and shows a DS Biode unit: Re-chroming or re-silvering headlight reflectors
Service and refill of the headlight damper: DS headlight damper
Greenblood's front guard/headlamp area repairs (2014): D-Very-Special rejuvenation and next few pages.
Late DS headlight fuses / wiring (2023): Headlight fuse DS23ie BW and adding relays (2011): Saving DS light switch

DS Rear lighting:
Greenblood's DSpecial taillights (2013+): D-very-Special rejuvenation

DS Body/trim colours (External site): Le nuancier, pictures of every Citroen DS ID colours colors
... including information on Australian and Heidelberg cars direct page links:
Citroen DS in Australia and Citroën ID 19 Parisienne Australia
Discussion of Heidelberg ID19 paint colours: Question for experts - colours for ID19 Parisienne

DS Electricals
Selecting a 12V battery to suit later DS cars: Best battery for DS23ie
DS23 battery, starter solenoid and wiring (2013): starter battery solenoid on DS23IE.....Hotrodelectric, where are youuuuuu!!!!!!!!!
2017/18: DS alternator upgrade including BVH start lockout considerations in post 19: DS - New alternator with voltage regulator
2020-2023: Modern alternator for Citroen DS
These threads will help on fitting a modern regulator inside the old black case on the battery:
2022: External Regulator
2016: DS voltage regulator wiring
2011: using a modern voltage regulator in the DS
Re BVH wand start and rectifier wiring: 2011: In trouble again- DS electrics!

Longstroke ID/DS Jaeger clocks (2011-2017): Jaeger DS Clock
Early/DS19 Jaeger clock info (2015): Wtb DS 19 clock
More on later DS Jaeger clocks (2024): Jaeger clocks

Radios in the later DS - standard units are too deep:
Greenbloods' Retrosound unit (2013): D-very-Special rejuvenation ... and installation info (2014): D Model Radio Solution.

David S · Sep 30, 2015

Shane's thread on retrofitting the CX power assisted clutch: CX Prestige hydraulic clutch
Reference to hydraulic clutch in CX and DS21: CX hydraulic clutch conversion
Jacking a dead CX (2022): Jacking Dead CX

An alternative ignition flywheel pickup / sensor (2023): CX ie Flywheel Sensor

CX Engine mounts, gearbox mounts:
Replacing bottom mount (Incl urethane mounts / dogbone) (2022): CX engine mount replacement
Dogbone / mounts (2015): CX torque mount bush
Porkchop / dogbone (2011) CX and the dogbone and a Bedford bush (2011): CX top mount pork chop

CX lower arm pre-loading
CX lower control arm bushes

CX rack rebuild (2004) Citroen CX Steering Rack restoration.
DIY tool for removing late rack end knuckles (2023): CX track rod joint tool

CX Tyres: Original Michelins for an early CX
CX Rims - fitting Alfa rims (2010): Alfa-Romeo rims for CX2200

CX Body colours as part of a useful site re the CX (French) (External site link)
http://generationcx.chez.com/unlarge...uancierhtm.htm

CX A/C: Citroen CX Air Cond Options
Step up idle (2018): CX S1 A/C and C-matic carburettor fast-idle circuit
CX C-matic oil etc. (2018): c-matic maintenance...

Some GS Threads:
Lamoor's GS Pallas resto here 2011 on.
Wheelnut's resto Gaston GS Pallas
Pottsy's GS (Giselle) gearbox renovation here and clutch retaining bolts here.

GreenBlood · Nov 27, 2017

Xantia Maintenance
http://www.aussiefrogs.com/forum/citro%EBn-forum/130170-website-dedicated-maintenance-restoration-xantia-hydraulic-system.html#post1545551

Cheers
Chris

citroenthusiast · May 18, 2018

TAV transmission rebuild: Finally repairing a Traction gearbox and

1954 Traction 11BL Transmission Overhaul

I figured I should start my own thread rather than periodically hijacking Shane's transmission thread. As I mentioned in my brief hijack, the nut holding the pinion shaft assembly to the front bearing was so loose I could move it even before I bent down the tabs of the locking washer. It...

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Early DS water pump/low pressure pump rebuild: DS19 early water pump/hydraulic pump rebuild

DoubleChevron · May 31, 2023

Gee's that took some finding. If your looking for Citroen DS high tension leads with a built in plug extender. Toyota T18 leads are the ones that fit.

driven · May 31, 2023

The Bush Mechanic
Fix Anything, Anywhere, Anytime, Anyway, Anyhow,

duncan16v · Sep 20, 2023

Fuel injector cleaning, Melbourne: can highly recommend Aussie Injectors in West Heidelberg (https://aussieinjectors.com.au/)

duncan16v · Oct 20, 2023

Christmas tree clips, captive nuts, rivnuts and all sorts of other hardware goodies: https://www.jnsfasteners.com.au/
Auto electrical goodies, including all the weird and wonderful modern connectors, wiring, relays, power distribution and stuff: https://jaydeeautocables.com.au/ - really helpful. Send them a photo of the connector you need and they'll identify it (they've got BX 16 Valve Bosch fuel injector connectors f'r instance)

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