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Important Information concerning access to PSA parts data

by xantia_v6 » 19 Mar 2020, 05:19 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues
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As some of you may already have realised, PSA (Citroen, Peugeot & DS Automobiles) have this week (from 16/03/2020) decided to close off free access to parts information.

The public version of PSA's ServiceBox, which is the official source for parts and information has had a freely accessible parts system for registered garages, and individual...

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Thanks Steve
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Yesterday, 22:50
New PSA Heritage Parts for Classic Cars

by GiveMeABreak » 11 Oct 2019, 16:18 » in Citroën

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Parts for Classic / Older Citroen, Peugeot Renault Vehicles

This may be of interest to Members with older vehicles where getting parts is a struggle and for those not already aware of the site.

PSA are embarking on a project to provide some supplies of original and re manufactured parts for older vehicles and classics, and have made it a...

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I'm trying them for anything showing up as NFP now.
Sometimes hit lucky.

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24 Jan 2020, 17:49
Lexia / PP2000 / Diagbox Warning

by GiveMeABreak » 29 Jul 2018, 15:57

Because there have been a few recent cases where people have bricked an ECU and left their car potentially inoperable using Diagnostic tools, here's a little common sense guide that may be useful.

Note: L3 = Lexia 3 , PP2K = Peugeot Planet 2000 , DB = Diagbox

Here are some basic points to take note of to try and avoid the potential doom and...

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29 Jul 2018, 15:57
Revised Easydiagnostics Discount Procedure

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:22 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

Please note that there is a new procedure in place for members wishing to take advantage of a 15% discount off products from Easydiagnostics.

The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.

After discussions with Jim from ED today, we have agreed a new...

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03 May 2018, 17:22
Member Email Addresses

by GiveMeABreak » 13 Oct 2017, 18:06 » in Forum News, Announcements and Issues

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To All Members

Members are kindly requested to check their profiles to see if their email addresses are current and please update these where necessary.

Some of our members have noted that email sent to others on the forum are bouncing back as unrecognised. We appreciate that people change their email providers / addresses over time and don't...

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Please remove me from the list,

Mike
Done.

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10 Nov 2018, 22:01

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BSI Reset / Battery Disconnection / Reconnection

by GiveMeABreak » 25 Feb 2019, 12:23

I've put together a procedure to cover both a BSI reset and for those replacing a battery or needing to disconnect the battery prior to undertaking a repair.

For the purposes of this post I will use the term 'multiplexed' to refer to different data networks and protocols including for example:
VAN - Vehicle Area Network
CAN - Controller Area...

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25 Feb 2019, 12:23
Easydiagnostics Equipment Discount for FCF Members

by GiveMeABreak » 03 May 2018, 17:14

For those interested, French Car Forum members can obtain a 15% discount of products at the Easydiagnostics website.

Easy Diagnostics Website

Any member who wishes a 15% discount code to use with Easydiagnostics needs to send a Private Message (PM) to GiveMeABreak .
We will send to Easydiagnostics an email to verify your FCF username and...

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03 May 2018, 17:14
EOBD Fault Code Prefix

by GiveMeABreak » 30 Mar 2018, 13:52

Diagnostic Code Identifiers (SAE / EOBD Standards)

Here are the explanations of the make up of a diagnostic fault code Prefix:

First (Character) Identifies the Related System
P Powertrain
B Body
C Chassis
U Network
Second (Digit) Type of Code
0 Complies with EOBD Standard
1 Manufacturer Specific Enhanced
Third (Digit)...

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30 Mar 2018, 13:52
Applying Diagbox Updates

by GiveMeABreak » 28 Mar 2018, 13:17

Diagbox V7 Update process

Always ensure you have a copy of your licence file from a working and activated Diagbox prior to performing any updates. Your licence file can be found at:
C:\AWROOT\BIN\FI\APPDIAG.SYS)

Ensure the Diagbox application is closed
Launch only the single update you want to install
Follow the instructions.
When the...

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28 Mar 2018, 13:17
Diagbox Firmware Versions

by GiveMeABreak » 18 Mar 2018, 15:18

This intentionally only covers versions from 7.02 to 7.76:

DiagBox v7.02 needs 4.3.0
DiagBox v7.57 needs 4.3.2
DiagBox v7.58 needs 4.3.2
DiagBox v7.62 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.66 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.74 needs 4.3.3
DiagBox v7.76 needs 4.3.3

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18 Mar 2018, 15:18
Merged Lexia & Diagbox threads

by Monkeyfeet » 22 Dec 2011, 10:09
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Hi to all interested in buying a Lexia (I'm one)
Not sure if this has been linked to before but if the sellers' claims are true about PCB quality it might be interesting:

10% off would bring the price down competitively. BTW I'm no expert on Lexias whatsoever and I have no connection with this seller.

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Please note that this Thread is now locked, as per this announcement:

Diagnostic Forum

Please create a separate post for any new queries if you cannot find the answer in this topic.
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18 Mar 2018, 13:42
PSA Wiring Symbols & Diagram Codes

by GiveMeABreak » 17 Nov 2016, 19:57

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I have added a section to the Forum Wiki that details a lot of the PSA Wiring Diagram Symbology, along with all the codes for the components.

See the Electrical Component and Wiring Codes section on the Wiki below:

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That's very valuable when reading wiring Diagrams Marc. Excellent :D

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18 Nov 2016, 09:29
Laptop upgrade for diagbox

by xf1ref » 26 Mar 2020, 18:37

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Hello All,

I have used my full chip clone with a hp compaq 2510p and I thought to upgrade the laptop. I bought a second hand lenovo t440 with i5, 8gb ram..well more powerfull than compaq.
The issue is that the diagbox is not working on the new laptop but on the old one is working without a glitch.

On the new one I have installed win7 x86 and the...

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Thanks Marc, I will try what you said. Also I've installed the official laptop drivers for chipset and usb. Now are some quarantine restrictions and I can't test at the car, hope to do this shortly.

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Yesterday, 20:59
suspension ecu

by KennyW » 14 Oct 2019, 09:44
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After much nashing of teeth etc got a laptop running with xp pro to run diagbox. BUT it appears there is no communication between diagbox and suspension control unit during globel test it appears in RED Communication Error. All previous global tests have been the same but I just thought it was me with electronics :rofl2:

I suspect a broken wire...

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Thanks Marc,

Will give it an attempt but I don't have the correct tester only a multimeter. I will try and trace the splice E909 within the car and do a continuity test.

The only other thing I can check is the pin on the diagnostic socket. After that I'm snookered. What I may do is get another person to run a global test with a different VCI...
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Yesterday, 20:20
307 diagbox dpf

by Slobo2712 » 25 Mar 2020, 16:24

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Today I have looked at diagbox dpf parameters and there is something strange.What means Average mileage for 5 last regeneration manoeuvers - 123km Is that mean that car doing regeneration every 120km?Is that mean its cloged or?

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Your build code is 10586, so you should have a Green click fit connector on the additive tank and therefore need Eolys 176 or Infineum F7995. These are the only 2 types of additive that can be mixed.

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Yesterday, 10:45
Diagbox update 7.57 to 7.58 or more? And possible reversal?

by Paul-R » 16 Mar 2020, 01:18

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We're back in the UK and I now have time to work on the 308's misfire but before that I need to decide what to do about my Diagbox version.

At present I'm on 7.57 which seems to be fine for my 2013 X7 but a little lacking for our 2015 308. It reads most things on the 308 but has to be prompted for ECUs it doesn't natively recognise. I therefore...

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I have already decided to go to 7.58 but I think from reading around that I may have to go to 7.62. What I'm trying to avoid is needless loss of functionality by upgrading too much.

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23 Mar 2020, 18:11
Citroen Documentation Backup - problem

by lancia58 » 17 Mar 2020, 19:34

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Hi,

When activating the Citroen documentation backup and pointing on Xantia the selection buttons between Xantia and Xantia II are far away from the Xantia and when trying to move the mouse cursor to one of Xantia or Xantia II than all of the buttons disappear. In order to make it operable the selections buttons should be dropped right next to...

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Hi,

I found a solution. I set the screen resolution to 800x600 and then the Xantia selection type ( MK 1 or MK 2 ) dropped on the Xantia . After selecting MK II i revert to the normal resolution and all is OK.

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21 Mar 2020, 07:39
hot Radiator at top, cold at bottom xud7

by lad-with-205d » 16 Feb 2020, 21:26
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ok here i am again #-o

i've got a GLD 1.7/1.8 205 diesel xud

when driving normally the fan has started cutting in and i cant work out why

feeling the rad its hot just as it comes in to the Radiator (top right hand side looking at the car externally head on) , but cold at the bottom and left hand side, was thinking thermostat but the pipe going...

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i've got 2 haynes books for the car

Finally the problem of lack of toilet roll has been resolved :rofl2:

Seriously glad to see you are making progress and atleast here nothing is rationed =D>
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19 Mar 2020, 21:40
Diagbox for Peugeot

by Ibbi95 » 16 Mar 2020, 00:28

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Can someone help me choosing the correct Diagbox - PP2000/Lexia for my peugeot? There are so many on eBay i dont know which one to choose and which is best.

I recently visited the dealer to get my problems solved but figured that i want a diagbox myself that can do mostly the same so i dont have pay a fortune for the dealer to click on 5 buttons...

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Thank you for reply, but i live in Norway so i need a seller that ships here. Also i saw EasyDiagnostics dont have diagboxes in stock rn soo kinda need to buy off eBay. Any tips?
I believe they do ship to Europe.

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16 Mar 2020, 01:56
Coding in DPF with diagbox

by crabhunter » 18 Feb 2020, 20:27
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Today I fitted a new DPF to my 2012 Citroen Berlingo van. It was showing 100% cinder value and the maximum amount of Eolys had passed through it.
I cannot for the life of me find out where in Diagbox you tell it you've fitted a new one.
I have programmed in zero for the amount of Eoly fluid injected in, but it's showing 73% cinders and the mileage...

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Sorry to hear that but not so straightforward obviously - and something is awry - it may need the engine ECU software updating - which only a dealer can do. I suggest you bypass the indy Mike - and go straight to the dealer as an indy is 99% unlikely to be able to be able to update the software and will most likely only have access to a Diagbox...
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06 Mar 2020, 11:28
Re-install

by moizeau » 02 Mar 2020, 21:23

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After all the success with the van the laptop died this morning. Just re-installing diagbox onto a spare. It's up and running but won't automatically update to 7.02, it's stuck on 7.01. Due to this I haven't risked doing the updates to 7.57. Any ideas anyone?
Cheers

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Cheers Marc, yeah I read that, I have the original instructions from Jim. 1st attempt wouldn't validate after the installation. I had internet on as per the instructions but when I put the customer code number in from the VCI it didn't work and didn't get to the name / car phone bit. The 2nd time I did exactly the same but plugged in the VCI...

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03 Mar 2020, 11:43
Egr diagbox?

by dendi1108 » 01 Mar 2020, 16:16

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Hi.How i can know is my egr valve good or bad?Here are shots from diagbox.
Car is going

Car idling

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Yes, dynamic data is always more useful than static!

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03 Mar 2020, 08:11
Diagbox MAF sensor chack

by dendi1108 » 26 Feb 2020, 10:26

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Hello can someone tell me how I can test MAF sensor in diagbox and see is it working good?Is it in this section?

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The Turbo Vacuum Solenoid (1) in the diagram is part number: 9652997580. This is also a Pierburg make.

307 Vac Sol.PNG

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28 Feb 2020, 12:26
C4 Picasso 2007 Diesel Semi Auto Gearbox

by mastercare » 24 Feb 2020, 21:51

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Citroen C4 Picasso 2007 Diesel Semi Auto Gearbox 1.6

2 Years and 4000 miles ago Citroën Wimbledon changed Clutch kit, DM Flywheel and slave cylinder.

Please help! I have a Citroen C4 Picasso 2007 Diesel Semi Auto with Gearbox related issues. The Clutch kit was replaced 4000 miles ago. A few weeks back Gearbox Faulty message kept on coming on the...

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Email address removed as it attracts spam on an open forum. Members can use the PM system or forum email.
Click the contact button below the avatar to use either.

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24 Feb 2020, 22:22
Electric parking brake external application

by Kamil » 22 Feb 2020, 05:49

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Hi Guys,

It might not be the best thread for this topic, but I'll write here anyway. I'm working on a project that requires a swap from manual, lever operated handbrake to an electric one. I've decided to use a Bosch unit that is used in several brands from PSA group. I bought a used unit from Peugeot 3008 MY12, but as I based my wirings on the...

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Reading through the detail of this proposed brake modification, it does raise some serious concerns about dismantling and re-engineering part of the car's safety systems, with implications for driver and passenger safety, other road users, and certainly for roadworthiness and insurance.

It is something that the forum is not able to support, and...

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22 Feb 2020, 23:19
Lexia unable to communicate with ECUs

by sonoramicommando » 19 Mar 2018, 07:22
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Carrying on from here:

So basically it does not communicates with any control units other than injection and suspension. (The car is 2006 C6). Tried pretty much everything. The thing is it worked before a service visit to a (useless) dealer. Now it doesn't.
The following is what PSA interface checker says:

The only possibility I can think of...

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I think that is because the Citroen 'C-Crosser' is basically the Mitsubishi Outlander and they use Diagbox as it is basically the same vehicle. My understanding is they actually select C-Crosser as the vehicle, so won't work with other Mitsi models.
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20 Feb 2020, 22:04
EasyDiagnostics vs eBay etc for Lexia3

by wfdTamar » 30 Oct 2019, 20:28
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Just wondering why we would buy a Lexia3 from EasyDiagnostics (ED) over somewhere like eBay or one of the direct from China sites (Alibaba, dhgate)?

Looks like the hardware is the same as better eBay sellers and provided the firmware and version is the same what benefit is there buying from ED?

V. 7.83 seems to be the latest available on eBay,...

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The reinitialisation is a simple routine (probably simpler that you can imagins), but I'll need you to provide your VIN here first of all. 17 alphanumeric in length beginning VF. It will be masked automatically from public view when you submit your post, but as staff, I can read it. Once I have this I can recall the correct information for you....
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19 Feb 2020, 22:13
VCI repaired...

by ekjdm14 » 11 Jan 2020, 18:53
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Hi all, glad to say I've just spent an hour or so repairing my dead VCI at last :-D

The issue I had was when plugging in, it wouldn't activate properly (green light came on then went off, as if I had the UDMF driver even though I have multi instance). Another symptom I noticed was that I could no longer change the firmware with interface...

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Right! Now time to go off diagnosing....

I hope you appreciate I won't be disassembling my VCI as I'm not tempting fate! :-D
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19 Feb 2020, 21:35
easydiagnostics.

by Gibbo2286 » 25 Oct 2019, 09:32

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I got an email this morning from them offering a new multi vehicle Actia diagnostics tool, looks interesting, has a video of sorts on their website.

Shy about the price, need to log in and ask.

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Jim at easydiagnostics set up my WoW software via 'teamviewer' so I don't have any experience of installing it myself, I have however got a newer Win 10 64 bit laptop that I'm going to have a go at moving it to...……..when I raise the necessary enthusiasm.

I'm told that unlike the Diagbox stuff it will work ok on 64 bit laptops.

Like the Lexia...

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16 Feb 2020, 22:33
PSA Interface Checker and Lexia Version

by Rhothgar » 14 Feb 2020, 11:01

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Hi all,

Nearly there with this BUT support for Windows 7 ended on 14/01/2020 so I'm left wondering why the drivers won't install.

The Lexia is lighting up.

I can't seem to locate the old PSA Interface Checker that was on the original discs (basically because I cannot find any of my kit other than the lexia and two leads...)

Jim kindly sent me...

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Cheers Marc. Much appreciated.

If I cannot get the car started tomorrow, I think I'll be buying a unit from Jim next week. I'm stunned that my unit does not look like one of his. I could have sworn I bought it from him.

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14 Feb 2020, 20:24
Diagbox Reinstallation - Where to get files?

by Rhothgar » 12 Feb 2020, 22:23
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I've owned a Lexia since 2013 and used it twice maybe.

Unfortunately, the laptop I installed the files on. Well, should I say, Jim at EasyDiagnostics installed it on, has gone to latop hell for its sins.

I doubt I will be able to find the installation discs by the weekend and I have a feeling the issue with the car, may not be just the double...

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Cool. Thanks a bunch Marc
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14 Feb 2020, 01:39
2006 307 1.6 hdi starts, cuts out after few seconds.

by abergreg » 05 Jan 2020, 15:05

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Hi, had a 307 2.0 HDI 90 for for five years without issue. I now have 307 1.6 hdi that started to cut out & then wouldnt start. Diagnosed as u/s tank sender which was changed. Now car will turn over & fire for a few seconds & then cut out. If I hold it at 2000 rpm or above it will run, as soon as I take my foot off it cuts out. Code was p0088,...

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Hi Marc, (yes its Greg!)
Thanks for the info. I have checked the BSM and cleaned all the contacts on it and the ECU multi connectors. I did find a recall for slightly later models that related to the BSI fusebox and some issue with overheated relays. I will check them all again tomorrow. Its been off the road for three months now and when you've...

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12 Feb 2020, 20:34
Diagbox found faults

by David_CH » 11 Feb 2020, 19:34

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Hi ! finally i got my Lexia/Diagbox/PP2000, and i've prepared a laptop dedicated to it.

First experience with Diagbox was good, it worked immediately (Win7 32bit machine)

I have also found some faults to check, some are curious to me, like this one :

BSM : Engine relay unit
Response data
R618B964380218000139659741880060CFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF...

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P1613 is just that - a configuration error - and can relate to different systems. It means something isn't configured correctly or has been changed in the configuration parameters that is not right. It is mentioned specifically in relation to the power steering system - again 'no configuration' or 'configuration procedure fault'. In this case the...

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11 Feb 2020, 19:57
Lexia/Diagbox remote installation service needed

by LeeP67 » 09 Feb 2020, 12:28

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Hi guys I'm in need of someone who can remotely install the Diagbox/PP2000/Lexia software onto my laptop before I throw the whole lot in the bin!!
I'll happily pay for the service as it has now beaten me!!!
I've got a laptop with Windows XP on it using VMWare as a host.
I've installed everything and had it connected to a vehicle where it found...

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Borland. Wow, that's a blast-from-the-past name.

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11 Feb 2020, 00:07
Diagbox Access to Vehicle Communication Card

by Nelix » 21 Dec 2019, 14:00

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Hi all

I am having a few issues with Diagbox following install. I’ve looked through the forum but can’t find anything that appears to help.

I have purchased a new VCI, full chip revision C, I’m running a Windows 7 laptop with no previous versions of lexia/Diagbox ever having been installed. I have installed Diagbox and all updates up to V07.58....

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Thanks Hell Razor, everything looks like it’s working as it should now. Just installing all the updates.

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06 Feb 2020, 11:04
Are there any offline Diagbox which will work iwth SMEG+i V2 ?

by marteuk » 02 Feb 2020, 18:49

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Just bought lexia3 pp2000 diagnostics cable.
Spent whole day installing updating Diagbox software, and apperently v8.46 is the one which already accepts this unit, when trying to configure headunit parameters, program is trying to access psa servers. On forums some say that 8.15 was made to connect avoiding psa servers, but this version doesn't...

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Not without an account - and if the vehicle was not configured with the SMEG +IV2 system originally, it won't work from your VIN. Also, once you go online, it will probably deactivate your clone.
Ideally, you need a sympathetic dealer, who knows the system, and is prepared to use the VIN form a known identical model fitted with the system to do...

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03 Feb 2020, 15:21
Actia Problem

by Jumper93 » 27 Jan 2020, 22:03

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Hello, I'm trying to install Diagbox v.7.855 on my laptop with windows 10 64bit.
I've bougth this version from easydiagnostic and the programm works (on a virtual machine with windows xp) but I can not connect the actia device because windows 10 doesn't recognize it. (attached a photo with the message shown by windows)
The Actia device is a copy,...

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Hi jumper,

I got round both your problems, speed of Windoze 7 and compatibility of Dimdoze 10, by downloading AOMEI(free version) and using ‘Windows to go’ to install a bootable copy of Windoze 7 32bit on a USB stick (32Gig - £10 at Tesco). This takes up about half the room once all of the Diagbox updates are installed.
Dimdoze 10 will also do...

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29 Jan 2020, 09:11
C4 Pic 2014 Exclusive (B87) - Rear Light Unit Removal & Replace

by zane2g2 » 24 Jan 2020, 14:02

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Afternoon all,

I was wondering if some one could advise on the removal and replacement of the rear light unit (fixed to the boot) on a C4 Pic 2014 Exclusive (B87) please.

This is the standard 5 door version NOT the Grand Picasso version.

Many thnaks
Zane

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No problem, glad you have it sorted.

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27 Jan 2020, 13:10
Options

by Steveo » 24 Jan 2020, 22:07

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Hi Marc

Please accept my apologies if this is posted in the wrong section
I have successfully re programmed the sat nav / radio to my Vin number (although I don't know how lol)
No annoying bleeping!
While browsing the screens I noticed that different options are activated and deactivated
Would it be possible for someone to see what options can...

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Morning Gentlemen
Thank you for the advice
Much appreciated!
Regards
Steve

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25 Jan 2020, 08:20
Is there a 'definite' diagnostic thread?

by Rhothgar » 11 Jan 2020, 13:54
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Sorry I mean definitive.

Was going to post this in the general forum for Citroen but then thought perhaps here is best.

I would love to understand electrics a bit better.

After changing the thermostat on the Xantia X1 yesterday I started the car this morning and was driving along and noticed that, since starting the car, it appeared that the...

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Oh, the label is more a hypothetical thing... Errr, and so is the draw if I'm honest! (spent 30mins today searching the garage for the OBD2 adapter lead for my Diagbox!) But I know there's a few old remotes around somewhere haha. Actually now I think of it, I probably still have the key from our White S1 so if Jim can't dig anything out of his...
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12 Jan 2020, 19:42
VMware instead of Lexia, diagbox etc

by Paul1098 » 07 Jan 2020, 00:13

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Just wondered if there was software that emulated Lexia, diagbox etc maybe by using VMware rather than buying a clone unit?

I have a 2010 Relay 3 van that I'd like to be able to do simple diagnostics on.

I've used BMW diagnostics software on wifes car and have various ODBI cables to USB and ethernet for different models and also ELM bluetooth so...

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Hi and welcome.

I'm not sure you are understanding what's what - VMware is just that - a VM environment to run software.

Diagbox is the proprietary software used by PSA for all their marques. It encompasses the older PP2000 and Lexia software for older vehicles and will launch the correct version or Diagbox itself for newer vehicles based on...

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07 Jan 2020, 00:24
diagbox activation code

by Bandit12 » 01 Jan 2020, 15:24

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Hi all,

I've a very old laptop running lexia/diagbox which i bought some years ago. As laptop is on its last legs I got hold of a newer one and loaded windows xp.
So far so good
I've loaded up lexia/diagbox from original discs but hit a brick wall. Its asking for an activation key. Its been some years since I installed it on previous laptop and...

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Thanks marc, I'll have a look at the weekend :)

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02 Jan 2020, 21:11
My Citroen Service has been inactivated

by petef » 23 Dec 2019, 18:12

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Some years ago I bought on Ebay a set of 4 data dvd's which were described as 'Citroen Workshop Manual' This turned out to be a copy of what we would now call Citroen Service - with Docbackup and Sedre etc. It has served me well over the years and allowed me to find part numbers, workshop manual info and wiring diagrams for my cars. The only issue...

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Somewhat belatedly I remembered about System Restore on XP and how it sets system check restore points automatically every so often. Restoring to a set point a month before the inactivation brought it back to life. Simples....😎

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Last post by petef
28 Dec 2019, 20:07
Peugeot 307 2.0 hdi won't start

by stefan307 » 16 Dec 2019, 23:33
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Hi one and all,
I have had the car,2996 model since 2012 and it has been a great car.Reliable and cheap to run as you all know,I think.
Unfortunately 2 weeks ago the wife filled it with unleaded.Spent $60to drain tank etc,no idea if the fuel filter was replaced but I presume it was.
Car come back fine and ran well for about a week but now it's a...

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Sorry to hear that Stefan. Good luck in your search for a new set of wheels.
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Last post by GiveMeABreak
22 Dec 2019, 02:16
205 1.8 GLD xud7 starting trouble (fixed)

by lad-with-205d » 06 Dec 2019, 23:28
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hey fellow lovers of french cars, i'm very new to the world of diesel cars (i ride bikes mostly but its cold out)

here is my first post i have a 1.8 205-D GLD 1994 THINK ITS XUD7..
i have been looking for information to get my car started it runs lovely when it starts but the other day i went out in the morning and it just cranked and...

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Happy Story! Glad to hear its sorted. These little XUD Pugs are so cheap to run, returning 'modern' economy without the complexity ...and comfortable too. I don't think you'll have any difficulties with those two jobs.
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Last post by Pug_XUD_KeenAmateur
21 Dec 2019, 22:37
Location for the TPMS ECU

by KennyW » 14 Dec 2019, 22:38

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Hi All,

Under what part of the global search is the tpms ecu located. Is part of the BSI under ABS ?

I want to disable to TPMS meantime.

Kenny

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Yes Marc, I thought it was important I mentioned that.

But the good news is whilst trying to find out where deactivated the TPMS I found where the sensors information is stored and I shall match this up and activate the TPMS later. There is a lot of info stored under the TPMS ECU very useful.

Next the suspension ecu problem but it can wait...

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Last post by KennyW
18 Dec 2019, 13:25
What does the PCB electrics board/chip in a key do?

by Ramc4 » 04 Nov 2019, 10:47

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I mean a NON remote key, they have both transponder and an electronics board. As far as I know the transponder works on it's own and is powered by the RF signal from the cars transponder. So again what exactly does this PCB do?

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There's no pcb in a non-remote key.
Just a tiny rice-grain chip that responds to car's immobilizer coil. About the same thing as rfid.
Chip has only a coil and requires no batteries.

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Last post by Activa TCT
17 Dec 2019, 19:13
Easydiagnostics

by Steve Walsh » 14 Dec 2019, 15:13

Just a note of thanks and recommendation for Easydiagnostics.

I have just ordered the full Lexia kit with laptop, I have been in contact with them with questions etc all week and they replied almost immediately with all the info I needed.
Excellent people to deal with and also a FCF Discount.

Steve

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Last post by Steve Walsh
14 Dec 2019, 15:13
Diagnostics

by Steve Walsh » 06 Dec 2019, 15:41

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Hi All

I fancy a full diagnostic kit, I have a Delphi and WOW system but the functions seem limited on my Citroen.

What does anybody use or recommend

Thanks

Steve

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The instructions for setting up Lexia and Diagbox all seem to be copy and paste jobs of very dodgy earlier stuff, some almost indecipherable and all leading you often in the wrong direction re. connect or not to the net.

How about you trying to do a proper job of writing a step by step 'how to' Marc? :)

I might actually get mine up and running.

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Last post by Gibbo2286
13 Dec 2019, 12:18
What years does DIAGBOX V7.83 cover

by fotobright » 10 Dec 2019, 12:25

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Hi

I have Diagbox installed up to V7.83. Just wondering what is the most recent car year that version goes up to. Been a while since I used it, I think the disks that came with it have later revisions but they were less reliable to install as I remember?

Thanks

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For what model vehicle and year specifically?

7.58 already covers vehicles up to late 2014. Absolutely no point in going to a version more than necessary as the firmware gets updated on the VCI that can cause problems with older vehicles. In addition, features on later versions from 7.65 are actually removed - as PSA start moving more features to...

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Last post by fotobright
10 Dec 2019, 18:47
Diagbox

by Nelix » 08 Dec 2019, 18:25

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Hi All

I have been using Peugeot Planet for a long time now and decided that I should upgrade to Diagbox. My interface is Rev B so can only go to 7.58 until I replace it.

I’ve installed and activated ver 7.02 but when I start the application I it opens with a black screen with the icons across the top and in the centre of the screen it just says...

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The first thing to look for is what vehicles the seller says it WON'T support. If, for example, it will not work with a C5 it is almost certain the unit does not have the full opto-coupler set.

Saying that, Easy Diagnostics do a very good DiagBox clone. It is NOT the cheapest, but it has the full set, and also has one year aftercare. They have no...

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Last post by Hell Razor5543
08 Dec 2019, 21:34
Anti-start code

by briansib » 04 Dec 2019, 06:40

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Hi all,

can someone advice where the security code is stored on a Lucas EPIC diesel injection system.

i have just installed a XUD11BTE (P8C) engine from a citroen xantia onto a 406 body and it wont run.

Technician says i need a code for pump but i cant see a memory chip on Injector pump diagrams i have come across.

Im not that good with...

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The code is stored on the injection ECU.
The keypad needs to send the correct code to the ECU, where it is compared to the stored one.
You will need to know the ECU's current code to be able to start the car, or to change it to another code.

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Last post by white exec
04 Dec 2019, 08:04
Decent diagnostic tool with programming

by IAmBig44 » 30 Nov 2019, 20:16

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Does anyone know of any decent but inexpensive scan tools that allows you to programme cars? I found a Foxwell NT650 for £80 but apparently despite being a good tool it doesn't support programming.

I'm sure I read somewhere that the Lexia clones can't programme either which is a shame as I bought one a few years back!

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What are you wanting to do exactly - programme what? Diagbox (which will be used for you DS3) is the software used by the Actia clone of the dealer unit. It is capable of doing most things the dealer unit can. Your issue is not so much what the Actia can do, but what functions you require. Once we know that, I can better answer your question.

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Last post by GiveMeABreak
01 Dec 2019, 01:04
Citroen C5 X7 ECU communication problems

by Tratten » 25 Nov 2019, 11:16

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Hello
I am have having trouble with my Citroen C5 x7 2.0 HDI 2008.

When i start the car several fault messages pop up, like: ESP/ABS faulty, parking brake faulty, gearbox faulty, depollution system faulty and so on.

I have had luck one or two times with disconnecting the battery then starting with no faults appearing only to come back later....

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No worries - really pleased you have it sorted.

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Last post by GiveMeABreak
25 Nov 2019, 21:07
Lexia? Diagbox?

by rmunns » 30 Mar 2019, 20:39

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Please, would someone briefly describe (single syllable words only) what a Lexia is and what is diagbox?

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No - Lexia is only for circa 2007 and earlier (model dependent). Lexia is no longer updated as Diagbox is now used for all vehicles 2008 on. As Lexia is no longer updated and patched, it will not have all the latest ECU data used on later vehicles.

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Last post by GiveMeABreak
17 Nov 2019, 12:31

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