Target Audience:
DIY mechanics, independent repair shops, Citroën BX owners seeking to perform their own maintenance and repairs.
Value Proposition:
Provides cost savings on repair and maintenance by eliminating the need for professional labor. Instant download eliminates shipping delays and costs associated with physical manuals.
Unique Selling Points:
Step-by-step procedures, hundreds of original photographs and illustrations, complete coverage of petrol models from 1982-1994, printable format.
Covered Models:
Citroën BX Hatchback & Estate (Petrol Variants)
Excluded Models:
Diesel engine variants, 4x4 models
Estimated Pages:
Several Hundred (precise count not specified, but described as 'complete' with 'hundreds of original photographs and illustrations')
Type:
Workshop Service and Repair Manual
Delivery Method:
Instant Download
Engine Systems:
Engine Control, Fuel System, Exhaust System, Emission Control, Engine Lubrication, Engine Mechanical, Cooling System
Transmission Systems:
Transmission (General), Clutch & Gearbox, Propeller Shaft & Differential, Manual Transaxle System
Chassis Systems:
Brake System, Front & Rear Axle, Steering System, Suspension, Wheels & Tyres, Body & Chassis
Electrical Systems:
Electrical System (General), Lights and Switch, Wiring Diagrams, Charging System, Ignition System, Starting System
Comfort Systems:
Heater & Air Conditioning, Ventilation System
Bodywork And Chassis:
Body and Chassis repair, Interior Fittings, Body repair.
Wheels And Tires:
Wheels & Tyres, Wheel Alignment (Front and Rear).
Maintenance Procedures:
General Maintenance, Tune-up, Lubrication, Fluid Changes, Filter Replacements
Repair Procedures:
Complete Repair and Overhaul of all covered systems
Diagnostic Procedures:
Technical Diagnostics, Fault Finding Diagnostics, Troubleshooting
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed Wiring Diagrams are included, crucial for electrical fault finding and repairs.
Depth:
Comprehensive Workshop Level (covering maintenance, repair, and overhaul with detailed steps and illustrations)
Diagnostic Tools:
The manual implicitly guides the user on how to use basic diagnostic tools and interpret symptoms for fault finding.
Engine Types:
Petrol engines
Displacements:
1360 cc, 1580 cc, 1905 cc
Performance Variants:
GTi, 16 valve, special/limited editions (implying performance tuning and specific engine variants are covered).
Fuel Delivery:
Carburetor and/or fuel injection systems (depending on specific engine variant and year, covered within 'Engine Control, Fuel & Exhaust' and 'Fuel System' sections).
Key Components Covered:
Cylinder head, cylinder block, camshaft, crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods, valves, timing system (belts/chains).
Systems Covered:
Engine Control, Fuel & Emission Control, Engine Lubrication.
Type:
Manual transmission (standard for many variants, covered under 'Clutch & Gearbox' and 'Manual Transaxle System').
Type:
Automatic transmission (likely available on some models, coverage not explicitly detailed but implied by 'Transmission' section).
Drive System:
Front-wheel drive (FWD) (standard for petrol models).
Covered Components:
Clutch unit, clutch master cylinder, clutch slave cylinder, gearbox internals, propeller shaft, differential.
Details:
Clutch Unit, Clutch System, Clutch Pedal Sub-Assy, Clutch Release Cylinder Assy, Clutch Master Cylinder Assy, Gearbox (Manual).
Crash Test Data:
No specific ratings provided in product description, but manual covers 'Safety systems', implying relevant structural and component information.
Systems Covered:
Brake system (including master cylinder, boosters, fluid), steering system, suspension.
Systems Covered:
Body and chassis integrity, interior fittings, seat belts (implied).
Features:
Basic analogue or digital radio, cassette player. Advanced infotainment systems were not prevalent in this era.
Features:
Limited driver assistance systems. ABS was introduced on later models, particularly GTi variants. Covered under 'Brake System' and 'Safety systems'.
Features:
N/A (No modern connectivity features like Bluetooth or USB).
General Guidelines:
Specific intervals for oil changes, filter replacements, and major servicing are detailed within the manual's 'Maintenance' section. Typically, oil changes every 5,000-7,500 miles or annually, with spark plugs and other wear items at longer intervals.
Timing Belt:
Replacement typically every 60,000 miles or 4 years for petrol engines. Critical to follow manual's recommendation due to potential for catastrophic engine damage if it breaks.
Engine Oil:
API SG or higher, SAE 10W-40 or 15W-40 (specific viscosity may vary with climate, consult manual for precise recommendation). Capacity approx. 3.5-4.5 liters depending on engine.
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based antifreeze mixed with distilled water (50/50 ratio). Specific Citroën coolant recommendations may be present. Capacity approx. 6-8 liters.
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 (check manual for specific type). Regular replacement recommended every 2 years.
Transmission Fluid:
Manual: Gear oil, e.g., SAE 75W-80 or 75W-90 GL-4. Automatic: ATF (e.g., Dexron II) if equipped. Capacities vary.
Common Problems:
Hydropneumatic suspension issues (leaks, pressure loss), carburetor problems (wear, tuning), electrical gremlins, rust in common areas, thermostat issues, ignition coil failures. The manual provides diagnostic procedures for these and more.
Oil Filter:
Part numbers vary by engine, e.g., Mann-Filter W914/2, Purflux LS116 (specific part number lookup in manual is advised).
Air Filter:
Part numbers vary by engine, e.g., Mann-Filter C2542/1, Purflux A130 (specific part number lookup in manual is advised).
