What kind of bar does a Citroen Xsara use?
At the front was a standard MacPherson strut layout with anti-roll bar, while the rear used the PSA Peugeot-Citroën fully independent trailing arm/torsion bar set up, which was first introduced on the estate of the Peugeot 305 .
What kind of strut does a Citroen Xsara use?
The familiar range of PSA powertrains drove the front wheels of a seemingly conventionally designed chassis. At the front was a standard MacPherson strut layout with anti-roll bar, while the rear used the PSA Peugeot-Citroën fully independent trailing arm/torsion bar set up, which was first introduced on the estate of the Peugeot 305 .
What kind of car is the Citroen Xsara?
The Xsara was a development of the Citroën ZX and Peugeot 306, which shared a platform and running gear. It came in three and five door hatchback ( notchback) and five door estate body styles; the estate was marketed as the Break and the three door as the Coupé.
Who are the drivers of the Citroen Xsara WRC?
Although it is the Frenchman who has proved the archetype Xsara WRC pilot virtually since its 2001 conception, Jesús Puras, Carlos Sainz and François Duval are the other drivers who have won. The car was replaced in 2007 by the Citroën C4 WRC, however the Xsara was still used by privateers and others.
How to check your Citroen Xsara Picasso engine?
Turn on engine with bonnet open. Check all connections between fuel lines and the fuel rail, also between the fuel pressure regulator and fuel filter. Check each rubber fuel hose for splits and cracks especially for leaks from the crimped joints which are located between the rubber and metal fuel lines.
How to change drive belt on Citroen Xsara Picasso?
The tensioner pulley needs to be moved away from the drive-belt using a ratchet handle or extension bar. When the tensioner has been loosened a hole will be exposed, place a 6.0 mm Allen key in this hole. Then take the drive-belt off the engine, and replace with the new drive-belt.
Why are my Citroen Xsara Picasso brakes not working?
There is a reduction in the effectiveness of the brakes. This could be due to a leak in the medium-bore plastic hose which transports the vacuum to the servo. Therefore, check this hose for any leaks and replace any damaged hoses.
Why is my Citroen Xsara Picasso leaking oil?
Replace any damaged sections of hose or line. There is engine oil leaking from the base of the timing belt cover or the transmission bellhousing. These leaks indicate that the crankshaft or transmission input have a shaft oil seal failure, therefore: Replace the ineffective gasket or oil seal.