Citroen C3 2nd gen. 2009 - 2016 - Problems and failures

Citroen C3 2nd gen.

Citroen C3 2nd gen.

What are the most common problems and failures Citroen C3 2nd gen. and how to solve them?

Citroen C3 2nd gen. - ALL MODELS
Issue - ABS control indicator illuminates.
Cause - Wheel Encoder Ring Encoder i ABS contaminated by corrosion and dirt.
Repair - Check the error codes and delete if necessary. Thoroughly clean the ABS wheel encoder and encoder.

Citroen C3 2nd gen. - ALL MODELS
Issue - Clutch shake when clutch is activated at 2000 rpm.
Cause - Defective clutch thrust plate.
Repair - Replace the clutch pressure plate.

Citroen C3 2nd gen. - ALL MODELS
Issue - Idle idle, hesitation / interruption.
Cause - Defective Crankshaft Position (CKP) sockets.
Repair - Check the date of manufacture at the CKP. If the date code is 3156 or greater, the CKP encoder is correct. Replace if necessary.

Citroen C3 2nd gen. - ALL MODELS WITH COATINGS BRAKE TRW
Issue - Loss of braking efficiency, uneven braking, accelerated disc wear.
Cause - Poor quality of front brake lining.
Repair - Installation of modified front brake linings.

Citroen C3 2nd gen. - ALL MODELS WITH ELECTRIC SERVO DEVICE (EPS) FROM 04.12.2007.
Issue - Heavy Duty Electric Power Steering (EPS).
Cause - Power steering (EPS) torque encoder defective, weak connection between the power steering control module (EPS) and the multi-circuit assembly.
Repair - The circuit breakers must be properly installed. If the multi-connectors are correctly installed, replace the power steering (EPS).

Citroen C3 2nd gen. - ALL MODELS FROM 04.12.2006.
Issue - Engine coolant temperature indicator illuminates.
Cause - Cracked Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Enclosure, Defective Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Installed.
Repair - Access the ECM error memory and clear the error codes. Check the condition of the coolant temperature (ECT) sensor. Replace if necessary. Check that the coolant temperature (ECT) sensor type is correct. Replace if necessary.

Citroen C3 2nd gen. - ALL MODELS FROM 09/2006.
Issue - Irregular sound from the gear belt space.
Cause - Water entering the gear belt covers causes corrosion.
Repair - Replace the timing belt with the tensioner pulley.

Citroen C3 II 1.4 8V
Issue - Defective idling, loss of power, improper ignition, engine running on 3 cylinders.
Cause - Water enters the electrical installation of the injector from the windshield washer nozzles.
Repair - Access the ECM error memory and clear the error codes. Install modified windscreen washers.

Citroen C3 II - ALL MODELS EXCEPT 8HY ENGINE (DV4TED4)
Issue - Loss of drive, it is not possible to select gears.
Cause - Broken gear selector mounting bolt.
Repair - Apply a thin layer of lubricant to the new gear selector mounting bolt. Install the new fixing screw on the speed selector bracket.

Citroen C3 II - ALL DIESELS
Issue - Not starting, battery drained.
Cause - Water entering the fuse box / relay plate in the engine compartment 3. Electrical installations are peeling against the chassis.
Repair - Place a waterproof cover on the fuse box / relay plate in the engine compartment and the foam guard between the wiring and the chassis.

Citroen C3 II - ALL DIESELS
Issue - The engine coolant temperature indicator illuminates, but the engine temperature gauge reads as normal. Turning on the air conditioner affects the operation of the engine coolant temperature indicator.
Cause - Defective engine coolant fan motor relays (3).
Repair - Replace all three relays.

Citroen C3 II 1.4 HDi
Issue - Don't start. Error code stored in the engine computer error memory (ECM) P1197.
Cause - Fuel check valve blocked in open position. Air entry into the fuel injector return pipe seal.
Repair - Install a new non-return fuel valve. Check the fuel injectors for possible errors. Replace the fuel injector return pipe seal if necessary.

Citroen C3 II 1.4 HDi
Issue - Error starting. The smell of diesel from the engine compartment.
Cause - The fuel supply line is tared to the air filter and / or the intake manifold.
Repair - Install a refueled fuel line with protection. Secure the fuel line as needed.

Citroen C3 II 1.4 HDi
Issue - The sound of pounding metal from the front right of the vehicle when starting or stopping the vehicle or when starting.
Cause - The air conditioning (AC) tube hits the chassis.
Repair - Insert the insert between the air conditioning pipe and the chassis.

Citroen C3 II 1.6 HDi
Issue - Power loss, engine failure indicator (MIL) illuminates. The rattle of the turbocharger. Too much exhaust smoke.
Cause - Internal turbocharger (TC) fault.
Repair - Inspect the engine for internal damage. Repair as needed. Install the new turbocharger.

Citroen C3 II 1.6 HDi
Issue - Turbocharger oil leaks, power loss. Engine / turbine (tc) tapping sound.
Cause - Check for cracks on the TC suction pipe.
Repair - Replace the TC suction pipe.

Citroen C3 II 1.6 HDi
Issue - Irregular sound from the gear belt space.
Cause - Water entering the timing belt covers causes corrosion.
Repair - Replace the timing belt together with the tensioner pulley

Source: autoportal.hr

One Comment

  • Mirko Milić says:

    please expert comment, citroen c3 1,4hdi when running the engine at ler gas, or at lower engine rpm - the engine shakes or shakes, and quite a lot when I drive it it goes unnoticed. and it began more and more. please help!

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