Citroen Problems

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The Latest Citroen Problems
Resetting display after new battery fitted

Started once. Beeps just once on reconnecting the Battery. Showing: when started (for once only was possible) - orange engine icon lit continuously. When switching ignition on (second time and on) shows on main screen (common with radio): B...

2014 Citroen Berlingo 1.6 diesel van
Posted: Jan 5, 2024
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Car unlocks, but will not start. Battery seems OK.

Having exactly the same issue. Recently replaced battery. Seems to be worst in mornings and if I eventually get it started then it is ok until the next day. Seems to be getting progressively worse. An error message sometimes flickers up abo...

2016 Citroen C4 Picasso Grande 1.6 BlueHDi
Posted: Jan 4, 2024
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Car won't start

New battery fitted 3 days ago, car now won't start, doesn't crank at all, car was struggling to start and was clunk noise when it eventually did, when running is smooth with no other issue's.

2013 Citroen C4 1.6 hdi Picasso
Posted: Jan 3, 2024
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Microphone not working

Microphone not picking up my voice but i can hear the person i want to spk too

2013 Citroen C4 Grand picasso
Posted: Dec 31, 2023
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Service indication is ON, dispaly engine fault start stop function not working

I bought this car as used car from a dealer done 96000 miles. Dashboard light SERVICE indication ON always. Eco mode is not working. Can you pls help me out to fix the problem. I hope it may be DPF issue. Pls advice if any of you experience...

2012 Citroen DS3 Style 1.6 e hdi
Posted: Dec 23, 2023
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Using key fob to open car ok. When locked by key fob alarm noise goes off few minutes later

When opening car with key fob ok. When locked with key fob sets alarm off few minutes later. Locked manually is OK. Why is this?

2016 Citroen DS3 1.2
Posted: Dec 9, 2023
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Won't leave first gear no auto transmission.6

service warning light on and says engine needs repair auto transmission not available only 1st and reverse gears work

2013 Citroen C4 1.6 e hdi
Posted: Dec 9, 2023
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Need a replacement cover plate for headlight washer jet

Lost right hand cover plate for headlight jet washer

2009 Citroen C4 Executive
Posted: Dec 9, 2023
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Engine running rough and low on power at top of the rev range

Acceleration down, top end down, struggling on hills, started after cold weather

2013 Citroen DS3 Sport
Posted: Dec 8, 2023
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P1351

September 2008 Xsara Picasso. After checking fault code online, it was suggested that there was a faulty glow plug relay. Bought and installed a new relay,cleared code,started car. Checked for any fault codes, still P1351. Question: Does th...

2008 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6hdi
Posted: Dec 7, 2023
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Car unlocks, but will not start. Battery seems OK.

Same problem .

2015 Citroen C4 Picasso Grande 1.6 BlueHDi
Posted: Dec 6, 2023
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Battery charge fault

Hi there last night I have noticed on the dashboard battery charge fault it's first time I don't change since 2021 April battery please let me know what happens

2017 Citroen C4 1.2
Posted: Dec 3, 2023
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Emission fault air loss. 07e8 code

I have the engine light on with the service and urea. The tank of add blue is almost full I checked the urea injector and is almost clean . Eoil tank almost full too. On diagnostic the code is 07e8 which indicates a loss of air and the two ...

2016 Citroen C4 1.6 blue hdi
Posted: Dec 2, 2023
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Hi there pl, could u help ,got problem with my ds3 hdi spirt not starting in mornings and through the day ,haldords told me ut was battery ,got new1 ,still helping,garage said starter motor had that changed ,and uts still the same

Not starting first time ,once it start goes well ,some days she takes 7 attempts change battery, and starter motor, still not starting

2010 Citroen DS3 Citroen ds3 sport
Posted: Nov 30, 2023
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Battery Drain - Its a toughie for you

After having a new battery and alternator fitted on my Citroen xsara piccaso 1.6 petrol 2006. Every time I get in car I have to jump start it.

2006 Citroen Xsara HDI
Posted: Nov 27, 2023
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Can’t open drivers door via Bluetooth method

Can’t unlock drivers door using Bluetooth method

2018 Citroen C4 1.2 Petrol
Posted: Nov 26, 2023
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Wiper fault

Passenger wiper has stopped working, it’ll try and go but shudders only. Drivers side is fine, is see this problem has been archived any advice welcome.

2008 Citroen C5 2.0 diesel Exclusive
Posted: Nov 21, 2023
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Lights

Ignition off lights randomly turn on and flatten the battery, bsi has been reset and replaced..

2009 Citroen C5 2.0 hdi manual
Posted: Nov 19, 2023
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Engine not starting, touch screen not coming on

Central locking works, wing mirrors won`t open, touch screen not coming on, engine not switching on (noticed brake pedal quite firmer than usual) Tried switching the radio on, screen and radio came on for about 3 minutes then stayed off. To...

2015 Citroen C4 Picasso Blue HDI 1.6
Posted: Nov 18, 2023
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Using a lot of oil

STARTED HAVING SAME ISSUE AS OTHER REPORTING USING A LOT OF OIL HAD A SERVICE IN AUGUST REPLACED 2 LITRES OF OIL PRIOR TO THIS JUST HAD TO PUT ANOTHER 2 LITRES IN i WORK IN THE CAR INDUSTRY AND THE GUYS HAVE SAID TO KEEP AN EYE ON OT I CERT...

2017 Citroen C3 1.0 vtr pure tech
Posted: Nov 15, 2023
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