🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Citroen Model: Xantia Model Years Covered: 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 Codes Chassis Codes: X1, X2 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Large Family Car / Executive Car Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Peugeot 405, Renault Laguna, Ford Mondeo, Opel Vectra, Volkswagen Passat. Key Features Design Philosophy: Emphasis on comfort, innovative suspension (Hydractive), distinctive styling, and practicality. Powertrain Options: Wide range of petrol and diesel engines, known for smoothness and efficiency in their class. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Engine Coverage: All gasoline and diesel variants for the specified years. Transmission Coverage: Manual and Automatic transmissions. Body Styles Covered: Hatchback (5-door) and Estate/Wagon (5-door). Page Count Total Pages: 368 Manual Type Type: Workshop Service and Repair Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine mechanical, lubrication, cooling, fuel injection, exhaust, ignition, engine management, manual transmission, automatic transmission, clutch, drive axles, differentials. Chassis: Suspension (Hydropneumatic system - SC.CAR), steering, brakes (including ABS), wheels, tires, anti-roll bars. Electrical: Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrumentation, power windows, central locking, comfort systems, engine control unit (ECU), body control module (BCM), audio system wiring. Body And Interior: Body panels, doors, windows, seats, HVAC system, airbags, interior trim, body repair, corrosion protection. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-ups, spark plug replacement, belt inspections and replacement, brake pad/disc inspection and replacement. Diagnostics: Troubleshooting guides for common problems, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based troubleshooting. Repair And Rebuild: Detailed step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, inspection, repair, assembly, and installation. Adjustments: Engine timing, idle speed, clutch adjustment, brake adjustments, suspension height adjustments. Special Tools: Identification and usage of required special service tools (SSTs) for specific procedures. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, bumper-to-bumper coverage suitable for both professional mechanics and experienced DIY enthusiasts. Includes detailed explanations, pictorial diagrams, and exploded views. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Print Quality Printability: Fully printable, allowing users to print specific sections or the entire manual. Binding Type Binding: Digital (PDF download) - no physical binding. Paper Type Paper Type: Not applicable (digital format). Compatibility Software Requirement: Adobe Reader (or compatible PDF viewer). Operating Systems: Windows, Mac, Linux OS. ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Codes Common: XU7JP (1.8L), XU9J4 (2.0L 16v), XU10J2 (2.0L), XU10J4 (2.0L 16v), XUD7TE (1.9L TD), XUD9TE (1.9L TD). Performance Power Output Range: Approximately 90 hp to 155 hp depending on engine variant. Torque Output Range: Approximately 140 Nm to 187 Nm depending on engine variant. Fuel System Fuel Delivery Petrol: Multi-point fuel injection (MPI). Fuel Delivery Diesel: Indirect injection (IDI) with turbocharging (TD models). Maintenance Timing Belt Replacement Interval: Typically 60,000 - 80,000 miles or 5-6 years (consult manual for exact intervals per engine). Lubrication Engine Oil Capacity Example: Approximately 4.0 - 4.5 liters for 1.8L/2.0L petrol engines (check manual for specific engine). Cooling Coolant Type: Ethylene glycol based antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors (e.g., Citroen Type 1 or equivalent). 🔧 Transmission Standard Manual Transmission Types: 5-speed manual. Optional Automatic Transmission Types: 4-speed automatic (e.g., AL4). Features Transmission Fluid Spec Auto: ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) - Specific type will be detailed in the manual (e.g., LT71141 or equivalent for AL4). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 4510 mm (Hatchback) / 4640 mm (Estate). Width: Approximately 1750 mm. Height: Approximately 1370 mm (Hatchback) / 1460 mm (Estate). Weights Curb Weight Range: Approximately 1300 kg to 1450 kg depending on engine and specification. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr: Varies by model, typically around 1800-1950 kg. 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Euroncap Rating: 3.5 stars (for early models, later improvements may have occurred). Active Features ABS: Standard on most variants, optional on base models. Traction Control: Optional on higher trims or later models. Passive Features Airbags: Driver and front passenger airbags standard on most models; side airbags optional or standard on higher trims. Seatbelts: Pre-tensioning front seatbelts. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Basic radio/cassette player in early models, optional CD player; later models may have integrated stereo systems. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Available as an option on higher trim levels. Connectivity Central Locking: Standard on most models, often with remote keyless entry on higher trims. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Typically every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (check manual for specific engine/oil type). Air Filter Replacement: Every 20,000 - 30,000 miles or as needed based on driving conditions. Brake Fluid Change: Every 2 years (DOT 4 specification). Fluid Specifications Power Steering Fluid: Citroën LDS fluid or equivalent mineral oil based hydraulic fluid. Clutch Fluid: Typically DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (check specific model). Known Issues Suspension Spheres: Hydropneumatic suspension spheres require periodic replacement or recharging; loss of pressure can cause a harsh ride. Hydropneumatic System Leaks: Leaking hydraulic fluid from hoses or seals can cause suspension to sag. Engine...
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrumentation, power windows, central locking, comfort systems, engine control unit (ECU), body control module (BCM), audio system wiring.
Body And Interior:
Body panels, doors, windows, seats, HVAC system, airbags, interior trim, body repair, corrosion protection.
Procedures Included
Routine Maintenance:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-ups, spark plug replacement, belt inspections and replacement, brake pad/disc inspection and replacement.
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides for common problems, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based troubleshooting.
Repair And Rebuild:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for component removal, disassembly, inspection, repair, assembly, and installation.
Identification and usage of required special service tools (SSTs) for specific procedures.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, bumper-to-bumper coverage suitable for both professional mechanics and experienced DIY enthusiasts. Includes detailed explanations, pictorial diagrams, and exploded views.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Print Quality
Printability:
Fully printable, allowing users to print specific sections or the entire manual.
Approximately 90 hp to 155 hp depending on engine variant.
Torque Output Range:
Approximately 140 Nm to 187 Nm depending on engine variant.
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery Petrol:
Multi-point fuel injection (MPI).
Fuel Delivery Diesel:
Indirect injection (IDI) with turbocharging (TD models).
Maintenance
Timing Belt Replacement Interval:
Typically 60,000 - 80,000 miles or 5-6 years (consult manual for exact intervals per engine).
Lubrication
Engine Oil Capacity Example:
Approximately 4.0 - 4.5 liters for 1.8L/2.0L petrol engines (check manual for specific engine).
Cooling
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze with corrosion inhibitors (e.g., Citroen Type 1 or equivalent).
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Manual Transmission Types:
5-speed manual.
Optional
Automatic Transmission Types:
4-speed automatic (e.g., AL4).
Features
Transmission Fluid Spec Auto:
ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) - Specific type will be detailed in the manual (e.g., LT71141 or equivalent for AL4).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approximately 4510 mm (Hatchback) / 4640 mm (Estate).
Width:
Approximately 1750 mm.
Height:
Approximately 1370 mm (Hatchback) / 1460 mm (Estate).
Weights
Curb Weight Range:
Approximately 1300 kg to 1450 kg depending on engine and specification.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:
Varies by model, typically around 1800-1950 kg.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Euroncap Rating:
3.5 stars (for early models, later improvements may have occurred).
Active Features
ABS:
Standard on most variants, optional on base models.
Traction Control:
Optional on higher trims or later models.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Driver and front passenger airbags standard on most models; side airbags optional or standard on higher trims.
Seatbelts:
Pre-tensioning front seatbelts.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Basic radio/cassette player in early models, optional CD player; later models may have integrated stereo systems.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Available as an option on higher trim levels.
Connectivity
Central Locking:
Standard on most models, often with remote keyless entry on higher trims.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 10,000 miles or 12 months, whichever comes first (check manual for specific engine/oil type).
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 20,000 - 30,000 miles or as needed based on driving conditions.
Brake Fluid Change:
Every 2 years (DOT 4 specification).
Fluid Specifications
Power Steering Fluid:
Citroën LDS fluid or equivalent mineral oil based hydraulic fluid.
Clutch Fluid:
Typically DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid (check specific model).
Known Issues
Suspension Spheres:
Hydropneumatic suspension spheres require periodic replacement or recharging; loss of pressure can cause a harsh ride.
Hydropneumatic System Leaks:
Leaking hydraulic fluid from hoses or seals can cause suspension to sag.
Engine Management Sensors:
Various sensors (e.g., crankshaft position sensor, lambda sensor) can fail, leading to performance issues or check engine lights.
Electrical Gremlins:
Older wiring harnesses and connectors can degrade, leading to intermittent electrical faults.
Corrosion:
Rust can affect wheel arches, sills, and suspension components, particularly in areas with road salt.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Citroen Innovation:
Citroën is known for its pioneering spirit in automotive engineering, particularly with hydropneumatic suspension systems.
Model Evolution
Xantia Development:
Successor to the Citroën XM (though positioned below it in the range) and BX. Developed as a more mainstream offering with a focus on comfort and refinement.
Xantia Facelifts:
Received a significant facelift in late 1997 (Series 2) with updated styling, interior improvements, and revised suspension tuning.
Production
Production Period:
1993 – 2001 (globally, with regional variations).
Manufacturing Locations:
Mainly France (Mulhouse) and other PSA/Stellantis plants globally.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
European Car Of The Year Nominee:
While not winning, it was a strong contender and respected within its class.