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Easydiagnostics Support Page

by GiveMeABreak » 24 Aug 2018, 11:06

Jim from Easydiagnostics has recently contacted the FCF Admin Team with a view to providing a specific FCF member support page on their website for some of the software they provide, that may be of assistance to our members. The FCF Admin Team have agreed to provide a link to the Easydiagnostics support page to facilitate this.

Easydiagnostics...

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24 Aug 2018, 11:06
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The old discount code that was entered into the checkout is no longer valid, as a result of the code being propagated over the Internet.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
Injector opening correction strategies

by jsoap » 06 Sep 2019, 14:57

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Diagbox has a reading for Injector opening correction strategies activation status which I think is linked to End mileage of the last PICL resetting loop .
I can see that the strategy gets activated quite a lot when I lift my foot of the accelerator at higher speeds. I'm assuming that this is the ecu setting adaptions for injector pilot...

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A bit of digging around came up with this

Depending on the vehicle manufacturer, Small Injection Quantity
Learning is sometimes known by other names:
SQL: Small Quantity Learning
IAC: Injection Amount Correction (Citroen, Opel, Mazda)
PCL: Perform Pilot Correction Learn (Ford)
IQC: Injection Quantity Correction (Mitsubishi, Subaru)
PQL: Pilot...

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13 Sep 2019, 10:51
OBD2 Diagnostic Code Reader

by Doo » 09 Sep 2019, 22:55

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Some of you will already know I am having hilarity with our 2007 C4 1.6hdi SX.

The BSM may or may not be at fault, but the two code readers I have used will not communicate with the ABS.

So, I am looking at buying a PSA friendly code reader.

This one appears to tick the boxes

Can anyone confirm or deny it's plausibility ??

And are there any...

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Plus, if you have friends with Citroens or Peugeots, you can help them out as and when needed (and maybe get a few beer/wine tokens for doing so!).

That is exactly how I am selling to my wife :wink:

I suggested that when she gets a new Citroen (or Peugeot...) we'll have the tool and would only need some updates which will be cheap.

However,...

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11 Sep 2019, 13:55
Confused with key programming

by blake7 » 09 Sep 2019, 18:01

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This must have been covered many times but after what feels like days of trawling the internet I can't seem to find a definitive answer.

I have a Nemo van with only one key, I have a new blank key fob which is cut but I am not sure how I need to program it? The key supplier states:

Programming Method:

Immobiliser: Pre-code by EEPROM and then...

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Your VIN is fine - that is masked automatically here and on public display on your windscreen. The confidential code is not though :wink:

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09 Sep 2019, 19:43
Enable or not? Psa Diagbox.

by Gibbo2286 » 03 Sep 2019, 10:03

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Just loaded Diagbox onto my laptop and when I switched on the message The Psa SingleSignOn BHO add-on from an unknown publisher is ready for use.. enable/don't enable.

What's the answer?

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He'd be disappointed, never been in to p**n, like my ladies in the flesh. :shock:

AAH!! The memories =P~ =P~

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06 Sep 2019, 09:38
Lexia in Stoke on trent

by thebrasso » 04 Sep 2019, 21:16

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Hi there.
Do any Members on the Stoke on Trent area have a lexia set up they can scan my Xsara Picasso with..
Was thinkinking of getting a setup myself.I have a new windows 10pc and an old Xp one

Any recommendations would be appreciated.

Yours
John Brassington

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May I suggest that, if you DO decide to buy your own Lexia kit, you seriously consider they equipment provided by Easy Diagnostics? While it is not cheap, it is Rev C, and should be able to work with all Citroens and Peugeots. There is a discount available to Forum members;

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04 Sep 2019, 21:38
X7 and Lexia

by dkx19 » 02 Sep 2019, 21:53

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Hello
With some ebay sellers saying this about their Lexia But please pay attention, according to our customer's experience, this item can not works good at C5 new models.
Have any X7 owners had success with any of the ebay Chinese Lexias, and if so, which one?

TIA

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You need a full chip Revision 'C'. Any that have this statement - personally I would avoid or you will very likely be returning it. These don;t work well with full CAN vehicles.

You cannot tell the quality of the kits without opening them up to see if they contain all the hardware, so your best bet is if it's too cheap then it probably isn't the...

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03 Sep 2019, 08:46
iCarsoft FR V2.0 diagnostic tool

by jml » 02 Sep 2019, 19:22

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Hi

Has anybody either got, or had any experience with, a iCarsoft FR V2.0 diagnostic tool ?

They claim to be specifically designed for Citroen/Peugeot/Renault.

Any thoughts or advice much appreciated :)

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Private messages stay in the 'Outbox' until read by the recipient - it does not mean they haven't been sent Julian. It is a Forum Software design. I have read and responded to your PM a few minutes ago. :)

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03 Sep 2019, 08:20
laptop and car not talking

by KennyW » 18 Aug 2019, 14:33

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Got 'new' laptop for diagbox, but can't get diagbox to talk to car.

The green connection light on program (top right corner) appears and disappears.

I'm trying to find what should be on or off in order for Diagbox to work right ?

Also I'm trying to confirm what is exactly in the Laptop.

It is a dell latitude E6500 running winodws 7 pro, 4gb...

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Well I was wrong. can't get the windows 7 pro to work properly. It would appear to be the sim.exe is not activating. No idea why not.

But the good news got the HP notebook working and it talks to the car, so managed to sort out new DPF.

Next the suspension height after changing both wishbones. Height all to pot. Car compensating for the...

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01 Sep 2019, 22:48
Lambda reading

by jsoap » 31 Aug 2019, 10:41

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On my DW10CD 2.0 Peugeot Expert diesel, the Mixture calculated by the O2 sensor default reading is 0.099 when the engine is off.
Since no units are specified I'd expect 1 to equal a ratio of 14.7, with a value below 1 indicating lean conditions
In practice this figure reads mainly between 0.25 and 0.65 (mostly at the higher end) - so that would...

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It's a diesel, so 14.7 doesn't necessarily apply, and it's not trying to control an exact mixture. I think O2 sensors on later diesels are to ensure there's sufficient excess oxygen to burn the soot off. Have you actually got an issue, or just trying to understand the readings?

Thanks, that's my understanding also, but I just wanted to be sure...

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31 Aug 2019, 11:56
Diagbox....Again!

by Gibbo2286 » 14 Aug 2019, 11:47

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Rained off from any proper work I decided to have another go at getting my Lexia on to a different laptop.

Got it as far as v7.02 but can't get the updates to work, found them and set them running but it's still on 7.02 when I open it again.

I guess it's me at fault but...…….

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Well having spent a considerable amount of time on this I got it all fixed up and got as far as connecting to the car, putting the vin number in then communication problems arose again

Running task manager tells me that the program is using 100% of CPU so I've concluded that neither of my old laptops is man enough to run it.

Anyway ran the WoW...

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24 Aug 2019, 14:26
Didgibox help!

by dowen » 23 Aug 2019, 18:01

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I have a dpf low, Warning on my c6 2.7 07. So I put in 1ltr Elloys, and I'm trying to reset!
Can anyone talk me through didgibox? This is not my area of expertise, and I'm about to fall on my sword!
I've spent some hours on it and Im getting a bit frustrated!
Does it effect diagnostic when ignition times out?

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Thanks Mark, I appreciate your quick reply!
I will give it a go tomorrow! Let you know!

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23 Aug 2019, 19:15
lexia3 install nightmare

by maxxo » 21 Aug 2019, 08:47

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Hi all,

i recently bought a lexia 3 clone from ebay, all seemed to be going well during the installation until it fails with an error message in french i believe at the installing caculo stage.
now i realise this isn't genuine software and could be corrupted, but does anyone have any advice on what i could try to get this working?

any advice is...

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In actual fact the software has been 'modified' to allow the DIY'er to use it - so there is no official support for these versions as they are not officially released to the public.

I suggest if you can't find your answer in the multitude of posts in the diagnostics section, that you contact the seller and take it up with them. I don't want to...

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21 Aug 2019, 09:51
Diagbox parameter meaning

by jsoap » 11 Aug 2019, 17:01

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Hi,

looking at the Diagbox parameter readout for ECU DCM3.5_BR2 there is a parameter for each cyclinder,
Difference in engine speed on engine cylinder 1 etc.., the description is Difference between 2 current engine speeds , and it's measured in RPM
The xml logfiles call this MP_ECART_REGIME_MOTEUR_CYLINDRE_MOTEUR_1 etc

Just curious as to what...

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Thanks, that makes sense.
Do you think that it would it be reasonable to expect that, over a period of time, adding together all of the measured differences, should produce roughly the same result for each cylinder?

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12 Aug 2019, 10:34
2013 Partner B9 - What Version of Diagbox Do I Need?

by cancunia » 21 Jul 2019, 13:21

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I've just bought an early 2013 Pug Partner and want to activate the Cruise Control. I have an older version of Lexia that works fine on my M59 Berlingo, but am guessing that PP2000 will not work so I'll have to use Diagbox.
I've tried Diagbox 5.29 but get a lot of 'ECU Not Recognised' messages when doing an error scan so am guessing that 5.29 is...

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Great you got it working.

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11 Aug 2019, 14:21
c5 x7 fault codes

by KennyW » 24 Jul 2019, 14:55

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Hi All,

On my drive to France last week the engine management came on, this happened when accelerating away from the toll gates. There was obvious loss of power or anything else but the cruise control and A/C was not working.

Once back home my laptop for diagbox played up but I eventually got the following codes

P1445 Additive adding ---- The...

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Thanks Marc, the wallet is slowly coming around.

Citroen price for the part is only £1800. Matches the steering rack nicely!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kenny

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10 Aug 2019, 23:10
Diagbox 7.01 "Error during installation of Lexia 3"

by toros550 » 05 Jun 2019, 14:00

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Hi,

I have recently purchased a Lexia 3 Diagnostic Kit. Installation on my laptop running Windows XP SP3 works fine, but when trying to activate the software I get the dreaded Error during installation of Lexia 3, please re-activate to use the software error. I was hoping someone might have come across this error before and wanted to seek some...

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Make sure you have all the correct software on ie I just changed laptop and forgot to put java on the system which caused a error asking me to reload the diagbox software.

Kenny

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10 Aug 2019, 09:28
Esp/handbrake fault

by Gt1976 » 09 Aug 2019, 19:14

Hi my car has developed a fault (c4 grand picasso 09 reg) there was a fault with the clutch control switch its the switch thats located on top of the clutch pedal this has been replaced but now its showing different codes
U13a1
U1208
P1711
There is another switch thats connected to the clutch pedal that has a small metal rod attached to it does...

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09 Aug 2019, 19:14
lexia problem

by paullap » 26 Jul 2019, 21:22

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Hi I have a Citroen c2 with an ecu problem, I got a ecu kit from eBay , ecu body control module and key fob. now I have a battery light on, loading lexia I put in the vin code and will not communicate, I assume it is because the the vin code on the ecu does not match the ecu.

Paul

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Ok, so the the VIN that you gave me returns the correct build number for the car. That is direct from Citroen. The only way it can be incorrect is if the ECU has been changed previously to when you owned it.

It’s not beyond the realms of possibility it has been changed, possibly because of other problems and so the VIN for the vehicle no longer...

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29 Jul 2019, 21:36
Netbook for diagnostics

by doctle » 28 Apr 2019, 10:23
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I'm thinking about bidding on a netbook for diagnostics on eBay, mostly because it's cheap. Specs on the netbook / laptop / 1.6ghz, 1GB RAM, 250GB hard-drive I can upgrade to 2gig ram easy enough. Would this be powerful enough for diagnostics? It has windows 7 home but I could probably install xp if needs be. I have looked at a few Lexia Service...

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Each are different and the max capacity will vary by manufacturer and model. Some memory modules must be matched in pairs of the same capacity, again depending on motherboard.

Because older laptops with 32 bit operating systems such as XP or Windows 7 can only address the first 3072 Gb ish of installed memory, they generally only supplied these...
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28 Jul 2019, 18:39
Connecting to car ecu using supescan

by Eitanp » 15 Jul 2019, 17:38

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Hey all,
I'm trying to use the supescan, through Bluetooth adapter but get security key error.
How do I get the code for my 2006 C5 petrol 2000 to be able to configure stuff?

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We recommend you use Diagbox or Lexia. There are no security codes needed for scanning PSA cars. I suggest you contact the vendor of the kit you are using - it's not a car issue. It is likely your kit is not able to worl with full CAN vehicles and probably doesn't recognise all the ECUs.

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15 Jul 2019, 17:47
2 new codes popped up after cleaning EGR ?

by Benscab123 » 14 Jul 2019, 12:12

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Got a mate to take off and clean the EGR valve but after refitting it and checking with my £20 scanner, I have still got the EGR code and now 2 new ones ! Relating to The eolys additive system. Is it possible he has put something back together wrongly and caused these faults ? He did have to take off a hell of a lot of stuff to get to the EGR. I...

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We'll need to know the fault codes - but I suggest you take it for a drive to allow the engine ECU to adjust first - but if you've already done that and the lights are still on then it's not happy. Re-check all the wiring connectors as it's not uncommon to leave one of or unplug something else for access. But you need to tell your mate as he needs...

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14 Jul 2019, 13:58
Diagnostic tool for Citroen Xsara Picasso 2.0 HDI and Peugeot 2008 BlueHDI?

by exadra2011 » 09 Jul 2019, 19:55

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I have a Citroen Picasso 2.0 HDI from 2004 and as I say here I am buying a Peugeot 2008 BlueHDI, thus I would like to know if this diagnostic tool is suitable for both cars?

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Many thanks for your confirmation and explanation.

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09 Jul 2019, 22:22
Lexia - keep having to validate

by Monkeyfeet » 07 Jul 2019, 09:59

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Not exactly a show stopper type issue, just a nuisance - Almost each time time I start up Lexia it needs to be validated. I got it running ( and validated again) this morning and had a play around with the laptop, shut down, restart, etc, and it was ok. So not sure if its a date thing? It does have the requested version.txt on C: drive.
I recently...

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A lot of older laptops had these built in - if it has detected the device it will have a yellow exclamation mark - so needs the driver to install. They may still be available from the manufacturer's website. It will likely come back though/ You may need to install the chipset drivers first, before the modem drivers will install - but if it is...

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07 Jul 2019, 14:21
Lexia live data- how to interpret?

by discv » 10 Jun 2019, 13:07

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Thought I would take the liberty of shifting my problem from the Citroen area to this sub forum.
My problem is an emissions failure on the C3 1.4i. My first hurdle was to get Lexia to play- but with invaluable help from Marc.......

So now I am collecting data. I know I am zoning in on the issue- but it is going to take time to learn how to...

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Today I unplugged the Map sensor, and ran the engine. This did not cause the MIL to come on, but it did store up the expected codes.
I then went on to have a look at a couple of things I have been noticing in diagnostics i.e throttle track 1 has been showing zero voltage, and engine status has being showing 'idle'- regardless of rpm. See here;...

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14 Jun 2019, 16:09
Can Diagbox/PP2000 recalibrate Electric Power Steering torque sensor?

by jay-bruce » 09 Jun 2019, 19:44

Hi, as per another thread,, when driving my 2006 peugoet 1007 1.6 auto (2-tronic), I am experiencing significantly lighter steering to the right than to the left, I've since hooked up Diagbox/PP2000 on it and can see at rest the sensor is reading 1.1nm torque to the right, at full lock right - ie pushing against the end of the rack - its...

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09 Jun 2019, 19:44
C5 Lexia help needed.

by mickthemaverick » 28 May 2019, 11:21

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This is a repeat topic as the original appears to have gone missing in the glitch over the weekend. I am hoping someone could turn off my tyre monitor for me as the car has had 2 sensors removed by the previous owner and the alarm is not only irritating but it may have the cry wolf effect and mask a real issue should one occur. I have pm'd some...

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TPMS is only checked for vehicles first used on or after 1 January 2012. But the issue you may have is that if the warning lamp is obscuring any other information, the tester may not be able to check that other warning lamps like ABS or the MIL is functioning or on - so yes, you do need to disable it if that's your wish to get rid of the warning...

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28 May 2019, 16:14
Diagbox - I will read this once and once only

by petef » 25 May 2019, 16:45
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So I decided to update to Diagbox from my venerable Lexia software that I have been using successfully for several years.
I initially installed Diagbox 7.02 on a fairly ancient HP Pavilion laptop operating on XP Pro SP3. Although installation and activation were ultimately ok, the spec of the HP made Diagbox very slow to load and incredibly slow...

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Managed to get the software to get so far on the Lexia side as to identify the interface, without taking it to bits. If I'm reading the info right it seems to say that I have Actia 02.01.12 so maybe it is just to old to work.......?
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28 May 2019, 13:37
How do you access the forced low position

by KennyW » 23 May 2019, 08:04

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Good morning,

How do you access the forced low position on Lexia ?

I presume global test, suspension then what ?

Kenny

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Once you've depressurised, it should tell you to disconnect battery whilst you are doing whatever work, to ensure the system does not start again until needed.

So assuming before you depressurised - you had the suspension on lowest, have then deopressurised, disconnected battery etc, - when you have completed your work, you should just follow...

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23 May 2019, 18:33
lexia 3

by Ian M france » 31 Mar 2019, 19:16

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Hi all I have been looking at getting a Lexia 3 I have just finished changing the engine in my Dispatch van 2.0 hdi and it will not start, my fault code reader is not helping so think I need something better, I am not that good with computers so will have to get some help to get it to work,
There are many different prices, I need one that works...

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Ian, have a squiz at my post here:

There's a video in there about locating a parasitic drain and how to test for it. Your battery at rest on the car should be 12V or just over, and anything from 14.3 to 17.7 ish with the engine running. That will confirm it is at least charging. If you've done (or had done) any maintenance recently, it might...

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21 May 2019, 21:25
My Lexia VCI

by Gibbo2286 » 04 May 2019, 18:01

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I still can't get this damned thing to work, been all though the settings on the laptop again, but still getting 'no dialogue' on all the systems.

The software seems to be loaded ok, I get the ding-dong when connecting to the usb and the green light's on.

Anyone up to testing it for me on a known good set up if I parcel it up and send it to...

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I've had the other laptop and the Wurth WoW tool on the car today, it works fine, showed up a lot of faults but I expected that (you know the history of this car) cleared all the codes and will give it another run next week when I've used the car for a week.

Finally got round to running the scam again this morning this is the result

Sorry...

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21 May 2019, 15:08
FAPLite

by Xantippa » 17 Mar 2018, 12:38
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Has anyone here tried FAPlite -android software? Any recommendations on (preferably slim and cheap) bluetooth dongle that works with it?

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After seeing this thread I too downloaded the free version. It popped up a couple of codes for my MAP sensor right away. I had been messing around with the MAP and at that time I got the same two codes. I had cleared them at that point.

Strangely two other apps are not seeing these codes now. Not even in pending or historic. After clearing them...
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18 May 2019, 13:00
Renault Scenic Grand MKIII - wipers and parking brake problems

by JohnWayneStatue » 18 May 2019, 06:56

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Renault Scenic Grand MKIII 2010

Hi folks

Having a painful time with 2010 MkIII Scenic Grand, which I bought in Nov 2018.

In December the check parking brake warning light suddenly came on. The parking brake worked fine, tested on steep hill, so hadn't a clue what the issue was (car newb). I was advised to check for water in the storage bins...

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Hi there
Thanks for taking the time to reply.
I've not had the wipers replaced since I bought the car, and they worked fine for five months.
Also the re-initialisation from that link I have tried, though I didn't explain clearly.
All very frustrating.
Thanks again for replying.
John

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18 May 2019, 12:54
garage software for citroen

by mcduff » 06 May 2019, 21:19

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On both the Dutch C5 forum and here, I see a lot of remarks about use Lexia and Diagbox software for this and that and everything.

My garage is a non-brand professional garage and uses Hella Gutmann Mega Macs PC software for diagnostics etc. Is that a suitable equivalent or does this lexia or diagbox has something special for citroen that this...

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I've seen that, or something that looks very much like it on Ebay for a lot less money.

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18 May 2019, 08:47
Help! Permanent fault, Input Speed Coherence P1743

by 2040Damian » 11 May 2019, 13:43

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Google is sooo useless lately! I’ve got this new error now & I've no idea what it is! I’ve put an image up of the fault code in Lexia but I don’t really know where to go from here. If it helps I’m experiencing a similar issue to clutch slip but only when shifting gears. I’ll switch up a gear and the car will rev high but not bite immediately. It’s...

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Great - that's at least sorted that and good to have the feedback and update for reference. Best of luck with the welding.

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13 May 2019, 18:17
online manuals

by Bandit12 » 02 May 2019, 18:34

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Hi Guys

After spending some time failing to get my citroendocbackup to work (some kind of javascript error which i never solved) I've decided to replace it. Looking online it all seems to be downloads rather than discs.
Anyone had any experience of which one to get?

Cheers

Bandit

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Thanks for the tips guys.
I did look online for advice on the error code and suspect it has something to do with me going from windows 7 to 10 on 64bit. I've an old laptop still running windows 7 so I will re install discs onto that and see what happens. Failing that I'll take a punt on that download link :-D

Bandit

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05 May 2019, 12:38
Lexia help please!

by 2040Damian » 29 Apr 2019, 19:33

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Hi guys

So I need to replace my gearbox actuator on my Sensodrive C2, I was initially going to refurb it but now I think i’ll Get a new part instead. That being said i’ve Read so many issues about dodgy clones of Lexia, can anyone suggest a legitimate one that will allow me to programs the new actuator??

Thanks

D

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Ah thanks so much for the help guys! :)

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29 Apr 2019, 20:20
What a pile of "^!*$

by Gibbo2286 » 29 Apr 2019, 18:34

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This Lexia is.

Tried again today to get this poxy thing to work, spent an hour out there, it all shows up on the screen, click on the global but everything gets the same 'no connection' message.

Did all the stuff recommended in these threads, total waste of time.

Tried the other laptop with the Wurth WoW kit and it connects immediately and...

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I'm pretty sure I've been through all of that in the last couple of years and given up many times, it all appears ok, the laptop is a Panasonic Toughbook with Windows XP 32 bit, (tried it before on a Dell Inspiron with Win 7) nothing else on it but Diagbox v7.55

The car I'm trying it on is my 06 C511 VTR auto estate. The green light on the VCI is...

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29 Apr 2019, 19:04
Alternative to Lexia / Generic Code Readers

by dave_xsara » 22 Apr 2018, 12:52

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Thanks.

I know most people here talk about Lexias in order to find faults. However, we have a number of more recent non PSA cars in the family and I was looking at getting a more modern code reader that would cover all as well as the Citroen.

Are there any recommended home mechanic tools out there that would cover most bases as well as the PSA...

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I bought a second hand Launch c reader it does many cars but only does engines, airbags and ABS. My mechanic has this but I think his is genuine. gendan.co.uk sell a foxwell handheld unit fairly cheap they are a reputable company

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26 Apr 2019, 21:27
806 fails to start

by Wearde quay1 » 24 Apr 2019, 11:25

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I am frantic to move an 806, outside my Easter host's address in Southampton.

There has been a chattering noise, isolated to a relay situated next to the EMU.

Local resources are unhelpful/unavailable on necessary time scales.

Suggestions include checking fuses and earth connections, and finding specialist advice on the EMU function.

I wonder...

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Chattering noise when trying to crank/start suggests battery voltage is low, or a bad starter motor connection.
Try a jump start from another vehicle, and check the main battery connections (battery terminals) after cranking. If either gets at all warm, that indicates a bad connection at/inside the connector.

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Last post by white exec
24 Apr 2019, 13:19
PSA interface checker

by goltho » 16 Apr 2019, 21:46
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Hi there. Baby's first post :-D and although I'm new here, I have been round the block a little with Peugeots, software use and motor engineering in general.

We currently have a few 206s in the family (2.0L cc, 2.0L HDi, 1.4L Entice). I bought a Win7 laptop a couple of months ago with DiagBox 7.57 pre-installed and a Lexia connector & leads. It...

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The three beeps are probably related to the oil level sensor. If you try this at night when it's darker, look to see if you can see the oil warning light come on - although it may be quite dim. This has been known to cause the problem, despite the oil level being correct. So worth investigating that.

Also, you should have a warning message with...
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20 Apr 2019, 09:58
Lexia ECU files location?

by Dibber » 17 Apr 2019, 10:57

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I was watching a guy on YouTube flashing an ECU with Lexia and he told me the files were preinstalled with Lexia. He said they came preinstalled up until CD45.

How can I tell if my version of Lexia has the ECU files on it and does anyone know the location of the folder where they reside? Also what does he mean by CD45? I believe the original file...

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Ah, ok, I understand.

Yes, firmware updates are very tricky and usually require you to take precautions, like ensure the car is running all the time - don't fiddle with buttons or functions during the process, ensuring there is a reliable internet connection and that the laptop is connected to mains power and no other processes are running....

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17 Apr 2019, 13:59
406 ABS/ESP fault

by PC2CV » 14 Apr 2019, 16:51

My 406 V6 (2001 Multiplex Estate)when started throws up lights/messages for the ABS/ESP system, airbag fault and the power steering is heavy.

I recently replaced the alternator and battery, and what i assume to be the ABS/ESP ecu was unplugged at the time, its all plugged back in now and been inspected a dozen times.

PP2000 is saying the...

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14 Apr 2019, 16:51
My Flo - ESP FAULT!

by Flo » 14 Apr 2019, 11:52

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My little flo (Citroen C2 VTR 1.6L 16v Sensodrive) who's been sitting at a garage for 2 Years is finally home and there's now a BIG problem, she failed her MOT but I managed to get her home, the ESP light came on along with ABS and Supplementary Restraint System but now the ABS light and the SRS lights are off and the only one on is the ESP light,...

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Best thing to do is get it read with a Lexia diagnostic and post the fault codes up here with your VIN. The faults will give an indication of possible causes - but without that - there are too many variables.

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14 Apr 2019, 14:45

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