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2011 Citroen Picasso C3

Could someone please identify the purpose of this hole in top of the front of the engine please.

Hope the two pics come out ok.

Thank you.

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Yes it’s rare, but look at the state of it.
Doesn’t have the time or facilities to break it, but then also won’t take less than £1k for selling it…
Make it make sense? 8-[

I just bought my C6 in Germany. When I try (with difficulty) to change the language to English, it asks for a CD ROM which I do not have. Is there a solution? Thanks, and I hope my first post does not contravene any regulations. Aldo.

What is the wheel alignment for citroen relay LWB 2014
after lower ball joint changed and puling to left tyre wear ? thanks charles

Hello all
I have a 2008 Mini with the DV6TED4 engine fitted - pretty much identical to a 2008 PSA car .
This car uses an EOLYS bag in a plastic holder - there's a PSA pump as part of the unit and we have a broken connector on the end of the pipe from that pump to the fuel filler. (Connector has broken O rings in it)
I cannot find any part numbers...

I have an e-C4, it is a few years old.
It came with the MyCitroen app, which lets you check the battery level.
This is a very useful function, if it is raining and cold, you see the battery level without going outside to check on the charge level.
Or if you are in a motorway services using fast charging, you can see if it is charged yet.
The app...

Hi guys i looking for advice, I have had my car from new, its just rolled over to 80k just MOT and serviced it now has the airbags on rear are going up and down on there own free will, this also flatens my battery. They seems to be no leaks, compressor inflates deflates and valves seem to be ok, taken it to my locall garage, but dont have software...

My 2005 model car's trip computer is constantly giving incorrect measurements these days. I had reset it by removing the battery terminal once and it was fixed. However, it started showing incorrect readings again in a short time. What should I check step by step? Thank you.

Hi,
I have a C4 Picasso 2016 vtr. Yesterday the car threw up faults in abs, esp tyre inflation monitor, hill start assist and parking brake. These all appearing at one time would suggest a common cause but what that cause is , I haven't a clue. Any help would be gratefully accepted.

Thanks

The fob won't operate the central locking. I've changed the batteries in both remotes. Done the put key in ignition , turn on, hold lock button. Did work but just for a small time. If I operate the lock button with the key just under the steering wheel, it works the central locking. As soon as you move the key a couple of inches away ,it stops...

Hi All,

Just joined to help daughters get car back on the road.
2014 C4 picasso (possibly a grande)
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It has the common ABS, tyre pressue, parking brake, stability control ect ect warning light combo.
Live date shows speed on 3 wheels but not the OSR.

Mine & the MOT garage's OBD says right rear ABS sensor.
Changed sensor, no...

Hey guys, previously posted about a P Level Low warning on my dash in my DS3, took it to a local garage and they informed me a main dealer has to service this part as he cannot get a hold of a replacement pouch,
any advice or should I just take it to the main dealer and pay the double the cost?

Also, already drove approximetaly 18 miles since the...

Hi all
I'm new in the forum, however looked at the fantastic advises here.
I bought mine C5 X7 2011 1.6 THP engine 110k 3 months ago.
I am going to replace all the spheres so I have a few questions-
Regarding the access to the center front sphere - what is the best -easy way to replace it? anybody have pictures or video ?
Any priority which...

Hello!
Hoping someone can help answer this conundrum.

First thing is first - The van runs brilliantly and has never overheated.

Initially i was having trouble with the coolant system overpressurising - even with the engine cold, when I removed the radiator cap it would burst out and overflow.

Tested for exhaust gases, overall an inconclusive...

Hi all I'm a new member and looking forward to being involved in the FCF :-D
To kick it off I seem to be having some issues installing a Cobra 4600 alarm into our 2012 Citroen Berlingo van (micro camper conversion). When we bought the van it was only supplied with 1 manual key so to keep things simple I opted to fit a Cobra 4600 as I have fitted...

Hello, I have a 2016 C3 Picasso Edition, 1560cc diesel, which currently has 31,495 miles on the clock. An engine warning light has just started to appear in the info window, this happens after the car has warmed up a bit and occurs after a sharp left or right turn - the warning message disappears on straightening up but I'm guessing that whatever...

Hello everyone, im about to change the gearbox oil on my 2014 C4 1.6 e-hdi 115 (9HD) semi-automatic (BVMP? or EGS6? still dont know the difference) 8-[ 277736900_515498550074411_8759722569844857949_n.jpg
After some research i found 2 different opinions:
1) Citroen suggests TOTAL 75w80 ?
2) Some owners suggest 75w !

The second is fully synthetic,...

Hi, newbie here, recently aquired an '05 C5 Exclusive with heated cloth electric seats.

Car is overall pretty good for its age, but the foam of the front seats feels hard on pressing it, and while moving around in the seat, I managed to push my elbow way into the backrest (with relatively little force), and the metal bracket cut through the...

I have a non-hydractive Xantia and tried to change the rear anti-sink sphere. I managed get the sphere moving. However I noticed as I then turned it by hand the pipe at the back was also twisting. There’s something between the sphere and pipe isnt there? They are all moving together.

I don’t think I have done any damage or bent the pipe. When I...

Hello! I have a broken oil pressure control valve and I ordered a new one, but I have a broken chip and can't connect it, so I ordered another chip, but I ran into a problem: the orange wire gives 12 volts and the yellow wire gives 3 volts. I tried to find a wiring diagram, but there is no information, and I don't want to burn the new valve, maybe...

Hello! I have a pretty nice almost rustfree Citroen jumpy from 1998 it has the 1.9 td with a Bosch mechanic fuel pump.
The bad thing is that is leaking, so i have to order and replace sealings.
To order the right sealings i have to know which pump it is.

Anyway the number plate on the front of the pump are impossible to read...

I hope there is...

I've searched the forum and not found the answer i'm looking for. Hence, a new question.

I suspect the left rear wheel on my Activa is leaning slightly /. My steering pulls to the right so this could be the cause.

This must be a symptom of bearing wear in the rear arm. But, where is the rear arm bearing that people refer to. Is it actually the...

Hello :wave2: ,

I have a C5 Aircross from 2019 with the 2.0 BlueHDI 180 engine. (Shine-Pack, EAT-8, Keyless Ignition, Start-Stop, ...)

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I am pretty sure, that my cars battery is faulty.
I think it is still the first battery (6 years old) and I will replace it.

Here is a photo of the battery in the car:

OEM-Battery.jpg...

Hello all,

has anyone here ever replaced the valve body of a Citroen C5 X7?

I've been working on a malfunctioning valve body successlessly for quite some time and would like to replace it by a refurbished one.

That seems to be anything but easy.

I learned there are at least 4 different models and that they are not interchangeable.

I read...

Hi All

Can anyone advise which type of EOLYS I need (and how much) for our car? I think my OBD scanner may have counter reset functionality on it...

thanks

Paul

Hi everyone.
I have a Citroen C4 Grand Picasso (mk2) 66 plate. I was driving along recently when I encountered a load of errors on the dash just moments before the car lost power and switched itself off.

I plugged a diagnostic tool into the car to clear the fault codes. Once the codes were cleared the car drove fine and without issues. This has...

Hi friends,
I recently bought a beautiful C4 Spacetourer 2019 with 35,000 miles. This is the 2.0L BlueHDI diesel (DW10FC) which doesn't have the dreaded timing chain issues.

I noticed two engine anomalies - shown in video here
- clicking at the right side of the engine (always) - I have not heard this in any other C4 diesel engine. Can someone...

Hello

Trying to help my dad get his car back up and running he had an auto electrician out the other day who confirmed the starter motor had let out it's magic smoke, most garages local to him are pretty booked up and he needs the car for work. I've done various bits on other cars but mainly Ford's or Japanese cars I'm not as familiar with the...

Hi all,
Had the ‘particle filter additive too low’ warning just come on this evening.
Can anyone tell me how to find out if it’s refillable or the pouch type please
Also, can anyone point me in the right direction for exactly what additive I need and how much of it, thanks.
If anyone can suggest how long I can now drive it for until I get this...

Hi all,

Citroën C4 Mk2 Hatchback
2011
2.0 HDi Exclusive

The centre speed LCD display is out and not working, I wondered if anyone can help diagnose the fault, or if you know where this can be reparied?

I have attempted to attach a photo.

Thank you!

Not long joined group and was looking through all the forums about a hydraulic suspension fluid leak on left rear strut. Lots of scary stories were found about what could cause such leaks and cost to fix so I would like to tell you what I went through to fix mine. 2013 c5x7 tourer I bought 2 months ago in a private sale in Spain where I am living...

hi i have just replaced my injectors on my c3 hdi 06 plate but unable to get the car to start i have a launch x431 diagnostics but this just give me any fault that it finds at the moment it is say there is no faults. when i try to program the injectors it tells me this function is not supported it works with other car but not on the C3. I...

Hello everyone,

I have the following problem: When I turn on the air conditioning and want it warm, little lukewarm air comes out of the passenger side. The air pressure is also low compared to the driver's side. Everything works perfectly fine on the driver's side. If I don't turn on the air conditioning and simply switch to warm air, cold air...

what are steps to remove my failed front suspension unit on 2006 C6 ?
1 . How do I depressurize suspension ? (prior to removal ?)
2. at what point / when do I remove suspension sphere ?
3. when do I remove 3 allen headed bolts on top ?
4. is removal through bottom?
5. any other pieces that need to be removed / detached in order to facilitate...

Had an issue where car didn't drive straight after many alignments.

Replaced the rack and tracking adjusted so now drives straight, issue is now esp is on. Read the codes and are attached below.. did a calibration on the steering angle sensor and the live data shows it's working but still displays as faulty and esp remains.

The replacement rack...

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Our car has the service light on and is showing engine fault

Code reader is flagging p15b37b fuel additive tank.

Can anyone enlighten me?

Many thanks

Paul

How do you disconnect the rear washer hose from the tailgate that goes throught thr large oval grommit.
I already have a replacement hose and have removed the grommit and felt inside and can feel the connection but cant seem to get it to a point that it could be diconnected.

Anyone that has done this before and could give me some pointers would...

Some good supplies

Diagnose code B1102 and B1131 Dynamic headlamp height adjuster- LADCT
I have a problem headlamp adjusting,please can you help me

Still in need of assistance, there seems to be a communication fault with the steering rack. Having replaced the faulty rack with a used one from eBay, the car now drives straight after previously having multiple alignments. There is now an EPS fault which wasn't there prior to me changing the rack.

Anyway, I take it the rack needs programming...

The clock in the C6 loses the time setting every time I turn the ignition off : time is flashing and showing year 2000.
I set time : all is fine until I turn ignition off: correct time is lost every time and goes back to flashing on and off with year 2000 showing .
Is there a simple remedy ?

(12 Volt battery is new last year )

Hello, I have a problem with black smoke when I start the engine. When I start it cold, it blows blue smoke. Where can I find the problem?

I have never used cruise control but thought the speed limiter could come in handy but can find no trace of the cruise/limiter?? The build details say it is there but no lights/indicators show on the dash as per the handbook pictures, any ideas?
I do have problems with the central locking and suspect the ??board is going on the blink could this...

Been trying my VIN in the Citroen search site to see if any recalls. It comes up as invalid. I’ve checked it over and over, and have not made any mistakes :?:

Hi

I recently bought a thinkscan 672 thinking I could use it to delete or disable the PAT FLUID EOLYS TANK as the light keeps coming in but the machine i have just bought doesnt have the special functions button to do it.

What do I need to do to access it or is the machine I bought not a fit.

Thanks in advance for any help
Very naive man.

Hi this message appeared yesterday with a red engine stop light on U1134 lin no communication with the voltage retaining device the alternator is still charging the battery and cars running ok can you help me in the right direction of what this could be ive been reading it's something to do with the start stop system my vin number is...

My fob does not lock or unlock the drivers door, passenger side is fine.
But when I use the key in the drivers door this unlocks the passenger side no problem.
Am I looking a a wiring fault or does the fact that the key works the central locking ok point to something else?

So here I am on holiday when the C5 Tourer throws up a new and unexpected fault - again!

Particle filter additive level too low: Repair needed

Ok, I've read as many posts on the forum as I can find, but none helps me with my problem. So a quick bit of advice would be hugely helpful.

I went to a citroen dealership (in France) and they didn't...

Hi,
Any advice much appreciated!

Replaced clutch and flywheel last week all fine running great, Tuesday the slave cylinder spat it's dummy out spring clip broke dropping the clutch fluid etc, replaced that yesterday now have an engine fault and handbrake fault sometimes an abs fault, engine fault is clutch master cylinder implausible signal...

After doing my front strut swap all was well until the driver side started rattling again .. the driver side was always the worse so I've had a look under today only to find that the driver side is missing a black rubber bush that the strut top bearing sits in... this part wasn't there when I done the swap as I put all parts together then swapped...