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by JonnyH
Mon Sep 29, 2014 6:55 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Cold start mechanism explanation 406 1.9td
Replies: 7
Views: 4925

Re: Cold start mechanism explanation 406 1.9td

Thanks everyone. The problems I was having was difficult cold starting. I traced that down to a faulty glow plug so I replaced the lot. Nasty job, no room. What I'm trying to get working is the mechanism that increases the idle for a time to get it started when cold. And I'm trying to get a gist on ...
by JonnyH
Sat Sep 27, 2014 7:56 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Cold start mechanism explanation 406 1.9td
Replies: 7
Views: 4925

Cold start mechanism explanation 406 1.9td

Hi there. I've got a problem with my cold start mechanism and idle on my 406 1.9td can anyone clearly explain how this system works as I'm not entirely sure I'm understanding it correctly.

Thanks
by JonnyH
Tue Apr 23, 2013 10:29 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering, Brakes, Wheels and Tyres
Topic: Rear wheels camber
Replies: 0
Views: 1589

Rear wheels camber

Hi, Im needing to repace the bushes on both wheels as the camber is getting bad and starting to wear the inside if the tyres. anyone any ideas which ones could be causing this. Ive replaced the arms that adjust the rear tracking last MOT so its not those. Also are they tricky to remove?

Cheers
by JonnyH
Tue Apr 23, 2013 10:24 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: HELP timing a bosch diesel pump
Replies: 5
Views: 4936

Re: HELP timing a bosch diesel pump

Thanks. i spoke to the mechanic at the dealers. he said just lock both engines at TDC and the pump in place using the bolt method and then swap the whole thing bracket and all and it should be pretty near. He said he then does it by ear if its slightly out.
by JonnyH
Mon Apr 22, 2013 7:11 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: HELP timing a bosch diesel pump
Replies: 5
Views: 4936

Re: HELP timing a bosch diesel pump

thanks I thought that might be the case cheers
by JonnyH
Sun Apr 21, 2013 6:50 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: HELP timing a bosch diesel pump
Replies: 5
Views: 4936

HELP timing a bosch diesel pump

Hi can anyone help me with timing the bosch diesel pump. I wondered if there was any way of doing it without using a dial meter and the adapter as the haynes manual suggests. Is there any way of doing this without these tools. Im in the middle of an engine swap and i have to swap the bosch from my o...
by JonnyH
Fri Apr 19, 2013 8:44 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: top engine mount 1998 1.9td Help
Replies: 0
Views: 1237

top engine mount 1998 1.9td Help

Just been taking out the engine on my 1.9td 1998. Had an absolute pig of a job getting the top engine mount off. anyone an ideas on how to make this easier? Its the one that from bulkhead to radiator goes like this. 3 bolts into side of car, 1 bush with i bolt then the engine mount then a bracket st...
by JonnyH
Wed Apr 17, 2013 7:44 pm
Forum: For Sale / Wanted
Topic: 406 bottom radiator hose to block pipes assembly
Replies: 3
Views: 2949

Re: 406 bottom radiator hose to block pipes assembly

Yeah Im definitely interested. could you let me know if you can get it to me.

Cheers
by JonnyH
Sat Apr 13, 2013 2:50 pm
Forum: Electrical System and Diagnostics
Topic: Broken key fob
Replies: 6
Views: 4466

Broken key fob

Hi can anyone help me with a broken key fob for a 2000 hdi 90. The little rubber button fell out and then the key fob stopped opening the doors after a while. What are my options here as I only have one key. I have tried reprogramming the key by putting it in the ignition and pressing the button and...
by JonnyH
Sat Apr 13, 2013 2:20 pm
Forum: For Sale / Wanted
Topic: 406 bottom radiator hose to block pipes assembly
Replies: 3
Views: 2949

406 bottom radiator hose to block pipes assembly

Hi I need the bottom hose aasembly that connects to the lower radiator and runs with two metal pipes to the back of the engine for a 406 1.9td. Im really stuck without it and help much appreciated.

Cheers
by JonnyH
Sat Apr 13, 2013 2:17 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: Engine removal 406 1.9td advice
Replies: 3
Views: 2730

Engine removal 406 1.9td advice

Anyone got any tips on removing a 406 1.9td engine. or if not a few pointers on the sequence in order to make it easy.

Thanks
by JonnyH
Fri Apr 12, 2013 8:01 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: help with Blown turbo clanking noise.
Replies: 11
Views: 6670

Re: help with Blown turbo clanking noise.

Yeah I think the engine is shot too so its an engine out job...any tips on this?
by JonnyH
Fri Apr 12, 2013 8:00 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: 1.9td 2.1td engine swap
Replies: 2
Views: 2385

Re: 1.9td 2.1td engine swap

ok cheers for that 1.9td it is then
by JonnyH
Thu Apr 11, 2013 10:23 am
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: 1.9td 2.1td engine swap
Replies: 2
Views: 2385

1.9td 2.1td engine swap

Does anyone know if a 98/99 406 2.1td is a straight swap for a 98 1.9td 406 or are there many things that need changing. also does anyone know if a 306 td 1.9 on a 98/99 plate is a straight swap?

Thanks
by JonnyH
Wed Apr 10, 2013 10:37 pm
Forum: Engine, Clutch and Transmission
Topic: help with Blown turbo clanking noise.
Replies: 11
Views: 6670

1.9 td 98 Blown turbo, tapping noise noise, turbo replacemen

anyone any tips on how to replace the turbo. ive heard its a pig of a job?

Thanks