CITROEN DISPATCH: Questions and answers

Citroen Dispatch 2007

How do I remove the ignition switch on my Citroen Dispatch?

Citroen Dispatch 2000

Please can someone help us to solve this mystery? My mate`s Citroen Dispatch van`s ignition doesn`t work. When you turn it on the glow plug, battery and handbrake light come on, but one more twist to the ignition position and nothing happens. You can bump it and it starts. There`s a faint glow plug, battery and handbrake light on when the ignition is off. We have replaced the starter motor and the solenoid but there is no difference. We have tried starting it straight off the battery and strangely just the black neutral jump lead on it`s own makes it turn over but not start. We have checked all of the fuses in the engine and glove compartment with only no 1 blown, so we swapped it but it didn`t make any difference except the battery light on the dashboard which used to be off is now on. We have taken apart every electrical compartment/ housing and removed all the relays and the dim dashboard lights didnt go off. The only thing we think it could be is a wire somewhere shorting out and feeding back to the dashboard, but can`t see where? Has anyone got any ideas how to check if a wire is shorting? The only testing kit I’ve got is one of those meters in my electrical screwdriver kit. The van is too old to have an immobiliser because it`s V reg. The engine / ignition cut out a few times before finally stopping but it used to restart until now. Please can anyone help?

Citroen Dispatch 2005

I can`t find reverse in my Citroen Dispatch but all of the gears are okay. Does anyone have any ideas what is wrong with it?

Citroen Dispatch 2005

My Citroen Dispatch 2005 has a flat spot when accelerating in slow moving traffic. When this happens I get a quick plume of white smoke as the flat spot goes. I have changed the fuel filter and added an injector cleaner. There is no flat spot when changing gear in fast moving traffic. Any ideas? (1.9d)

Citroen Dispatch 2006

Hi. I have a problem with my Citroen Dispatch. It starts first thing in the morning but cuts out after about five seconds. When I try to start it again it can take up to five minutes. Once started it then goes okay for the rest of the day. Can anyone help? Thanks.

Citroen Dispatch 2005

Hi. My Citroen Dispatch`s battery light flashes intermittently when I reach 65mph in 5th gear and 50mph in 4th gear. Does anyone have any ideas why this is? (1.9)

Citroen Dispatch 2005

Hi. I get the warning sign with a K on my Citroen Dispatch`s dashboard. It starts after the van has warmed up. I suspect air in the fuel line? Also if I was to park facing uphill the diesel would drain back and I have to prime. How can I check the fuel lines?

Citroen Dispatch 2002

Hi. I want to put some seats in the back of my Citroen Dispatch. I`ve bought them and they came with three mounting brackets with mounting bolts, but on the floor there are no markings or holes to bolt them to. Can anyone help please?

Citroen Dispatch 2005

Can anyone suggest why my Citroen Dispatch`s speedometer and mileometer have stopped working?

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One of the fuses in the fuse board behind the glove compartment on the passenger side makes the speedo and mileometer work/ not work. Check if it’s blown and replace. Remember which one as I have taken every relay and fuse out of my mate’s Dispatch diesel 2000 to try and work out why ignition doesn’t work but still has a dim battery, handbreak and glow plug lighting up on dash board. I think it must be a wire shorting somewhere and feeding back but can’t find it yet. works fine if you bump it though!!! Andy Howard from Oxfordshire

Citroen Dispatch 2005

The speedometer and mileometer have stopped working. Why?

Citroen Dispatch 2011

How do I go about removing interior passenger door panel in order to fit electric door mirror/connector?

Citroen Dispatch 2001

My Citroen Dispatch diesel van (2001 model) PAS fails intermittently but starts working again if the clutch pedal is pressed. What is the likely cause?

Citroen Dispatch 2004

Hi there. I have a problem with the lack of power with my Citroen Dispatch usually for ten minutes after starting, then it`s fine all day. There is black and blue smoke everywhere which is an embarrassment. Any ideas are welcome.

Citroen Dispatch 2003

I need to find out the Maximum Road Speed and the Maximum Power Engine Speed. Its a 2003 Citroen Dispatch 1.9D. I need to fill in a form for VOSA, thanks.

Citroen Dispatch 2008

Thanks for the last reply to my problem... Here’s another one for you... I have white smoke coming from my Citroen Dispatch exhaust... Particularly noticeable of a night, when I am pulling away from lights etc... Can you please HELP! Cheers.

Citroen Dispatch 2003

My Citroen Dispatch sometimes won’t start but also the glow plug light don’t come on and the engine sounds a bit loud. But then, at other times, the light comes on and everything is perfect. Does anyone have the same problem or know how to fix it?

Citroen Dispatch 2007

When starting my Citroen Dispatch in the morning a lot of blue smoke came from the exhaust. The engine sounds a bit rough for a while but OK after 5 or 10 mins. Also, there is a whistling, whining noise everytime I accelerate. 2.0 hdi model (new shape) only done 35,000k . Had van for 1 week and still got 3 weeks warranty. Do i need to worry?

Citroen Dispatch 2008

The heater blower on my Citroen Dispatch is only blowing on position 3 or 4. Has anyone any ideas as to the problem? Thanks.

Citroen Dispatch 2008

One side of my glove box has lost the break wheel, could you advise me of all the locations to remove the glove box as I have removed as many as I can find but am unable to find any more and the dash is still fixed. Mine is the current model, also do you have any idea where I could find a workshop manual for it? Many thanks.

Citroen Dispatch 2004

The odometer on my Citroen Dispatch is the digital one and it has just gone off. Can anyone shed any light on how to get it working?

Answers

Hi, it normally the bulb need to take out clocks - Andy from England

Citroen Dispatch 2004

Why does my Citroen Dispatch seem to lose power and want to stall, sometimes cutting out completely when it gets hot?

Citroen Dispatch 2007

One of my Citroen Dispatch’s sliding side doors is locked shut. I have emptied the van so there is nothing up against it as this has caused the problem before, but still will not open. Any ideas? Thanks.

Citroen Dispatch 2007

The nearside sliding door on my Dispatch won’t open. I have emptied the van as boxes leaning towards the door has caused it to lock shut before, but it still wont open. Any ideas please?

Citroen Dispatch 1999

I am changing my diesel injectors on my Citroen Dispatch and would like to know what size are the injectors and what sort of spanner would I need. Can you buy one?

Citroen Dispatch 2000

I have changed the fuel filter on my Citroen Dispatch but now, when you start it, it cuts out. What could be the problem?

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Could be air in the fuel line. Try pumping the fuel through using the small vertical cylindrical pump button by the injector pump on the front of the engine - Mike from Norfolk

Citroen Dispatch 2000

I have fitted a new ignition lock but my Citroen Dispatch still won’t start. Can I bypass the immobiliser and if so how?

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Does it start with a spare key? If not it could be the sensor ring around the ignition barrel. To have a key coded, you need the card which came with the car so the garage can program a new key. If no card, then you will probably need a new transponder - Craig Cooke from Cambridgeshire

Citroen Dispatch 2002

Where is the diagnostic socket on a Citroen Dispatch Van 02 plate?

Citroen Dispatch 1997

Where is the fuel filter located on a 1997 Citroen Dispatch?

Citroen Dispatch 1999

My Citroen Dispatch starts off the key but when I stop it, I can take the key out and it still goes. Any suggestions?

Citroen Dispatch 1999

My Citroen Dispatch starts off the key but when I stop it, I can take the key out and it still goes. Any suggestions?

Citroen Dispatch 2006

Hi, my Citroen Dispatch judders and blows smoke when in 2nd and 3rd gears. Any ideas what the problem is? It runs well after I come out of 3rd gear. Thanks.

Citroen Dispatch 2000

I had my Citroen Dispatch’s battery disconnected for a week and on reconnection the van wouldn’t start. There is fuel in the tank, no electrical work has been touched. Do you think it might be the immobilizer? If so is there a way to reset it? (2-litre HDI)

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In the owner’s handbook, it states that after a lengthy spell of the battery being disconnected, the procedure for restarting the engine is to turn on the ignition then wait 10 seconds before you keycode your radio, then continue to turn the igniton and start engine. Unfortunately I didn’t do this, so according to Citroen, I need to take the vehicle into the dealership for computer diagnosis minimum £90. I’d told them that fuel wasn’t being pumped up to the engine from the tank and asked was there anything I could do as I thought that the immobiliser had told the pump not to operate, they said no, they weren’t very helpful at all, so I disconnected the pump and ran a 12volts feed direct to the pump and it worked, my neighbour turned the engine over at the same time and it started, so I went to an auto electricians bought a relay and a control switch for less than £10 and wired up the pump, it took me about four hours with all the messing about but I saved at least £90, which is more than most get paid for four hours work, unless you’re a robbing Citroen dealership who seem to have a licence to print money, the van works fine now, end of my rant - Stewart Gourlay from Lincolnshire

Citroen Dispatch 2001

Hello, can anyone help? I have a problem with my wipers. When on normal speed they work fine but when I switch them off they just stop and do not go back to the park position. When on the once every 5 secs position, this will only work if I keep my hand down on the arm, and will not stop in the park position. Can anyone please suggest where to start, the relay or is the problem on the arm itself? (HDI)

Citroen Dispatch 2001

Hello I have a Citroen Dispatch and sometimes, when driving, I get a very strong smell of burning fuses. It’s quite potent and lasts for about 5-10 minutes. I once had wire smoke come from out of the fans... Has anybody any advice?

Citroen Dispatch 2006

I have an electrical problem on my Citroen Dispatch which I believe might be the immobiliser. Could anyone tell me where to find it and if this is a common fault with the vehicle.?

Citroen Dispatch 2008

I bought a Citroen Dispatch from Citroen dealer 10 days ago... There is a thudding noise coming from the front end... also the engine heat shield is loose... It passed the MOT. Any ideas please... so I can take the van back to them... with a little knowledge!

Answers

That’ll be the anti roll bar on the front end. Common problem, just had mine replaced and the heat shields are weak mines broken three times and was under the warranty period. Good luck - James Whybrow from Kent

Citroen Dispatch 2008

Hi, how do I change the heater control light bulb on a Citroen Dispatch? Thank you.

Citroen Dispatch 2003

Does anyone know where is radiator drain plug is located on a 2003 Citroen Dispatch?

Citroen Dispatch 2001

I would like to know how you replace the cab interior light bulb on a Citroen Dispatch as it has gone on both my vans. Can anybody help? Thanks, Scotty.

Citroen Dispatch 2005

Hi. Does anyone know how I can remove the ignition barrel on a Citroen Dispatch?

Citroen Dispatch 1998

I’m thinking about buying my current Dispatch but the fuel pipe keeps snapping. Does anyone know what could be causing this problem? please help!

Citroen Dispatch 2006

I am going to buy a Dispatch but the airbag light is constantly on. Should I be worried about this? Is it easy to repair? Many thanks.

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My 2006 Dispatch Van also has the airbag light on. I took it to the Citroen main dealer and they want £70 to fix it. They say it’s a loose connection under the driver’s seat! The airbag will still works but the lights annoying as it goes on and off all the time! - Steve Speak from Yorkshire

Citroen Dispatch 2007

Where do I find the jack?

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It may be stored with the spare wheel - Jim Hamer from England

Under the driver’s seat - Tony Duck from Cheshire

Open the back doors and there is a panel on the left hand side door pillar, its in there. But if the van is ply lined, the panel has probably been covered up - Tony Smith from England

Citroen Dispatch 2007

How much would it cost to supply and fit central locking to my van?

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I bought a 2006 Dispatch Van in May 2011 and the key fob didn’t work with the central locking. I had to take it to a Citroen main dealer who ordered me a new fob and then had to match it to my engine management system. It cost me £190! - Steve Speak from Yorkshire

Citroen Dispatch 2003

The van will not start when warm. If you give it 10-15 minutes, it will start. When cold, it’s spot on. Can someone tell me what can be the problem? Thank you.

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The cables going to starter motor can get hot if not in correct place, hot wire will not let elec current pass through. Try moving or wrapping in heat shielding - Danny Mac from England

Citroen Dispatch

I can’t open bonnet on my Dispatch van, the release lever has snapped. Any suggestions?

Citroen Dispatch 2003

When I switch off the ignition, the ignition light stays on and flattens my battery. Can anyone help? (2000)

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Try turning the eco mode on. When my lights came on by themselves, after half hour this comes on - Mark Whiting from Yorkshire

Citroen Dispatch 2005

What causes the water to leak inside my van underneath the glove department after heavy rain? (Diesel)

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It could be because a pollen filter, which is accessible from grill outside, has not been refitted properly, therefore allowing water to gain access to the inside - Phil from Neath Port Talbot

Citroen Dispatch 2006

There is an intermittent problem using 4th gear. All other gears OK. The problem usually happens after about 20 minutes. By pressing clutch pedal and a little bit of force it will go into gear. I have just had a part fitted which took out excess play in gear stick which feels a lot better, part cost £130.

Citroen Dispatch 1999

Can I bypass my power steering?

Citroen Dispatch 2001

How do I change the rocker cover gasket?

Citroen Dispatch 1998

When I turn my van on the oil light and the engine warning light stay on. And if I put the hand break on the oil light gets brighter. I have relays coming of the battery but I was told that they had nothing to do with the problem. Can anybody help or advise?