Trafficmaster today announces an extension of its relationship with Citroen, for standard fit of its Smartnav intelligent navigation system. Following the successful launch the Citroen Relay van with Smartnav, the manufacturer is to offer Smartnav as the standard fit satellite navigation system on its new-look Dispatch van. The Citroen Dispatch van is targeted at the trade professional who may travel long distances (more…)

O ne of the longest- standing joint ventures in the light commercial industry is that between PSA — Peugeot and Citroën’s parent company — and Fiat. Among other products it has resulted in Citroën’s Dispatch, Peugeot’s Expert and Fiat’s Scudo. All three models are virtually identical apart from their badges and all three have been completely redesigned, taking them into new sectors of the market. (more…)

The PSA Peugeot Citroën group The PSA Peugeot Citroën group is one of the world leading automotive car manufacturers having comprehensive own foundry activities. Their production ranges from cast iron engine blocks manufactured in their French Sept-Fons foundry, to aluminum permanent mold cylinder heads manufactured in Charleville to die cast engine aluminum blocks produced in their foundries in Mulhouse. (more…)

Engine overhaul – general information It is not always easy to determine when, or if, an engine should be completely overhauled, as a number of factors must be considered. High mileage is not necessarily an indication that an overhaul is needed, while low mileage does not preclude the need for an overhaul. Frequency of servicing is probably the most important consideration. An engine which has had regular and frequent oil and filter changes, as well as other required (more…)

Introduction A selection of good tools is a fundamental requirement for anyone contemplating the maintenance and repair of a motor vehicle. For the owner who does not possess any, their purchase will prove a considerable expense, offsetting some of the savings made by doing- it-yourself. However, provided that the tools purchased meet the relevant national safety standards and are of good quality, they will last for many years and prove an extremely worthwhile (more…)

1 General information and precautions general information The fuel system is conventional in layout and operation. The fuel tank is mounted on the underside of the vehicle directly beneath the rear passenger seats. Fuel is drawn from the tank by a mechanical diaphragm pump operated by an eccentric on the camshaft and fed via a fuel filter (some models) to a carburettor of Solex or Weber manufacture. Depending on model type, a manually operated (more…)

1 General information The bodyshell is made of pressed-steel sections, and is available in both three- and five-door Hatchback versions. Most components are welded together, but some use is made of structural adhesives; the front wings are bolted on. The bonnet, door, and some other vulnerable panels are made of zinc-coated metal, and are further protected by being coated with an anti-chip primer prior to being sprayed. Extensive use is made (more…)

1 General information The suspension is of independent hydropneumatic type. At the front, it comprises a vertically mounted hydraulic suspension strut unit, a lower suspension arm and an anti-roll bar. The suspension cylinders are supplied with hydraulic fluid from the main hydraulic system via the front height corrector which is actuated by the front anti-roll bar. The anti-roll bar is attached to the suspension arms with two links. A trailing arm rear (more…)

Maintenance schedule 1 The maintenance intervals in this manual are provided on the assumption that you, not the dealer, will be carrying out the work. These are the minimum maintenance intervals recommended by the manufacturer for vehicles driven daily. If you wish to keep your vehicle in peak condition at all times, you may wish to perform some of these procedures more often. We encourage frequent maintenance, because it enhances the efficiency, performance (more…)

Chapter 12 Body electrical systems Contents Anti-theft alarm system – general information 24 Battery check and maintenance See Chapter 1 Battery – removal and refitting See Chapter 5 Bulbs (exterior lights) – renewal 5 Bulbs (interior lights) – renewal 6 Cigarette lighter – removal and refitting 13 Clock – removal and refitting 11 “Dim-dip” lighting system (UK models only) – general information .. 25 Door-open warning display – general information 12 Electrical (more…)