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ok guys, basically i think the thermostat isn't opening. i checked the rad after a 20/30 min drive and the rad was cold. so does that sound like the thermostat is stuck closed? how do i go about changing the thermostat then? any1 got a guide any where? what tools will i need etc etc? Cheers again Ben

ah k kewl, at least i think its jsut a sensor and nothing major. i checked the coolant level yesterday and it hasn't lost a drop and it looks normal, and the oil is at the right level. i think its the radiator thermostat/temp sensor thats playing up or a faulty connection somewhere (bloomin french e...

good cars, need alot of maintaining tho to keep in top notch condition.
if you want to play with the engine get the gti, if you just want it standard go for the gti180 (if he can afford the insurance of course).
very nice cars, and uber quick round the lanes
Ben

Cheers guys, i'll check it tomorrow when i get a chance.I would have checked my handbook but i lost it :( one more thing tho, i've just be doing a bit of searching and found a post somewhere that says the STOP light is linked with oil pressure and engine temperature. so with my fans running i'm gues...

ok kewl cheers guys..
Could it be a dodgy temp sensor?
and where about would i find the fan ecu or switch?

where abouts is the filler cap? i had a good look yesterday but it all looked french to me lol.

Cheers Again, Ben

Hey Guys, Basically i've been for a few drives and for some unknown reason, the stop light has come on, and the rad fans a blowing incredibly fast and i have no idea why :( the enging temp is reading normal, just over 70 and doesn't increase over 80. any ideas? where do i check the water level in th...

just out of interest, where did you find the kit? i'm struggling to find any aftermarket parts for my 406, apart from ecosse of course but i wouldn't mind a bit of variation

Looking good btw

B

Hey guys, I pick up my 2.1 exec tomorrow and the 1st thing i want to do/find out is where the EGR plug is located and if its connected i want to remove it if possible. So, where is the EGR plug? lol. I know its behind the battery tray on a 306 but i'm not too sure about the 406...any pics would be h...

hey, Cheers for the quick reply :) The cars a saloon so i'll have a search for the cd changer when i pick it up :) yea i wasn't too sure about the internals of a 406 with is why i'm just thinking about the tune atm...is it possible for a fmic on a 406? is there enough space or is it to cramped in th...

Hey guys, Just came across this forum as i was searcing for a 406 community to go with my recently purchased 406 2.1td executive :cheesy: i'm really pleased with the car, the interior of these things is amazing!! anybody have any idea what spec/extras i should find in the cab? i've found the leccy s...