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by FarmerPug
Tue Aug 23, 2022 8:41 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: 2.1 TD - Bosch Conversion
Replies: 1
Views: 7092

2.1 TD - Bosch Conversion

Are there still many tinkering at old 406s on here? The 2.1 TD although it ran reasonably well, it still has the Lucas EPIC on it, it got through an aux belt every week so in need of a new tensioner and idler, while looking at that the next step was to inspect the cambelt, and that led to pulling al...
by FarmerPug
Mon May 16, 2022 11:40 pm
Forum: General Chat
Topic: Early 406
Replies: 3
Views: 8149

Early 406

Ive had a stint in the 406s two sucessors. A 2015 508 SW in GT spec. Solid car, crap interior storage, a constant worry that the headlights will break and cost a 4 figure sum to fix, outdated infotaiment that liked to shut down if the heater was on, and an atrocious, truly dreadful ride quality. Als...
by FarmerPug
Sun Feb 02, 2020 9:13 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: 2.2 HDi EML
Replies: 9
Views: 8302

Re: 2.2 HDi EML

In that case, just following guide with your replacement pipe - although your ball will still need replacing, or fixing in the upright position. If the car is still a bit sluggish, I would suggest you replace the MAF - don't bother unplugging it as this doesn't help on the 2.2hdi, it only seems to ...
by FarmerPug
Sun Jan 26, 2020 11:08 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: 2.2 HDi EML
Replies: 9
Views: 8302

Re: 2.2 HDi EML

Hi Ginger

Forgot to say i have the air doser bypass, made a batch of them at a time, doggy got one hope the welds held :supafrisk:

Thanks for that link, look forward to trying this.
by FarmerPug
Sun Jan 26, 2020 2:26 am
Forum: Volvo Corner
Topic: Volvo V70
Replies: 9
Views: 20312

Re: Volvo V70

The V70 lasted about a month, fuel consumption was horrific for a daily driver at 27mpg going to work. Sold the car for what i paid to a relative and bought the 406 and a 2 post lift with change to spare :cheesy: That was back in 2018, last year i did go a bit mad and bought something also from the ...
by FarmerPug
Sun Jan 26, 2020 1:57 am
Forum: Interior
Topic: Hidden Connects2 bluetooth
Replies: 3
Views: 14046

Re: Hidden Connects2 bluetooth

Old thread but i see it thought it may aswell be completed. Yes the connects 2 unit can be fitted in behind the standard head unit. I wrapped it with an old rag and insulating tape to prevent rattles all fitted in ok. At the time i also removed the centre console drilled holes in behind the ash tray...
by FarmerPug
Sun Jan 26, 2020 1:49 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: 2.2 HDi EML
Replies: 9
Views: 8302

Re: 2.2 HDi EML

I had a quick look today, the ball joint for the swirl flap has snapped, and i see that a number of the vacuum pipes are cracked looking. IMG_6748.JPG IMG_6750.JPG IMG_6750 (1).JPG Ordered a few meters of 3mm hose on ebay and will need to fix the swirl flaps. What position is 16v; towards the radiat...
by FarmerPug
Fri Jan 24, 2020 11:01 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: 2.2 HDi EML
Replies: 9
Views: 8302

2.2 HDi EML

I am driving a 2.2 HDi estate - remap&defap etc, very close at this point to moving onto a 508 SW after a long time in 406's Anyhow i randomly get the EML light and a bit of a limp mode, well to be fair for a car that supposedly on the most powerful remap file for a 2.2 hdi it feels a bit sluggish. ...
by FarmerPug
Thu Sep 05, 2019 7:51 am
Forum: Electrical System and Diagnostics
Topic: V6 ABS/ESP problems
Replies: 3
Views: 5063

Re: V6 ABS/ESP problems

I found the esp ecu in behind the glove box, removed it and sprayed wd40 round the contacts. Put it back in and the issues went away
by FarmerPug
Sun Apr 14, 2019 4:06 pm
Forum: Electrical System and Diagnostics
Topic: V6 ABS/ESP problems
Replies: 3
Views: 5063

V6 ABS/ESP problems

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 inspec...
by FarmerPug
Sun Sep 09, 2018 9:10 pm
Forum: Interior
Topic: Rear door handle
Replies: 2
Views: 12985

Rear door handle

The passenger side rear door handle on my estate has not opened from the outside or inside for a number of months. My dad borrowed the car for some estate car duties and when I got it back I walked up to the door in question forgetting about its fault and it opened. While opened I sprayed copious am...
by FarmerPug
Fri Aug 10, 2018 10:18 pm
Forum: For Sale / Wanted
Topic: Wanted Connects 2 box
Replies: 0
Views: 4826

Wanted Connects 2 box

Does anyone have one of the connects 2 bluetooth units, in the off chance of being able to get one a bit cheaper than a new item :supafrisk:
by FarmerPug
Sun Jun 03, 2018 5:20 pm
Forum: Electrical System and Diagnostics
Topic: Wiring in a tow bar
Replies: 6
Views: 5777

Re: Wiring in a tow bar

That all came from the car I removed it from. Farmer have you bought a new kit or a second hand one? If you've boughta new kit everything you need sould be there. I bought a V6 estate with a factory fitted tow bar but looking at thw factory wiring it looks a tad hard to replicate. My motorfactors s...
by FarmerPug
Sun Jun 03, 2018 5:13 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Gear lever failed
Replies: 5
Views: 5658

Re: Gear lever failed

Problem Solved; While the cables were connected to the gear linkages on the box there is a bit further back a bracket that the cables presumably push against. This popped out, i think a clip held it in place, a couple of cable ties sorted it. Was a good excuse to get the yoke back on the lift to do ...
by FarmerPug
Sat Jun 02, 2018 11:41 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Gear lever failed
Replies: 5
Views: 5658

Gear lever failed

I have spent the past couple of days installing and wiring up a towbar in my 2.2 hdi estate, all was going well and i wanted to drive the car down to a trailer to test all worked. When driving it the gear lever suddenly felt as if something broke and it now seems to be stuck in 1st gear. The cables ...