Overflow from front susspension cylinder

[Citroenfan]

When we got the XM a few months ago I knew there was a slight leakage of fluid from the LHS front strut area. Made the assumption (always a bad idea) that the strut itself was compromised. And unlike a D cylinder, not an easy thing to reseal. So got a replacement unit from Europe - at the same time got a set of the overflow tubes.

When I finally got around to actually taking a closer look I found out that the overflow tube had actually broken in half. As the break occurred right behind the metal support tab - not visible until I actually pulled on it . So went in to replace and realized that it takes a special tool to clamp the OEM unit to the strut body. Gave it a bit of thought and wound up replacing the supplied metal clamping band with two raps of Ligerex material. Same width and worked a charm.

Steve

[Peter.N.]

They often supply these clips but I have had no success in fitting them without the correct tool so I use a couple of cable ties.

Peter

[Citroenfan]

Had though of using cable ties - but as I have the Ligerex I used it instead . The nice thing about the Ligerex is that it fits perfectly in the slot for the metal cap that holds the sealing end in place against the strut. With ties I would think one would run the risk that the 'cap' is not nearly as secured as it should be.

[Peter.N.]

Cable ties are not the best solution but they will work if you adjust them carefully and do them up very tight but your solution sounds better.

Peter

[nightmare]

The tool is relatively cheap @ £20 and quite a few hose connectors on the XM are of this type especially hydraulic ones.
They are also used for removing the clips without damaging them so that they can be re-used.

www.lasertools.co.uk (hose clip pliers)

HTH