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Simon72
05-03-2008, 07:32 AM
I have found an official Citroen Diagnostics site, and all the faults with the C2 and the things to look out for, also how to repair and what citroen parts are needed ;-)

Unfortunatley it is in French, I will start to translate and start to list the problems that they have on there list and what to tell Citroen UK is needed to repair ;-)

http://www.citdiag.fr/index.php?action=details&domaine=21

Here's One as an Example....

Problem
Difficult starting, indicator light showing engine management fault.
Relates to the engine 1.6i 16v (driving NFU)

Causes
Case of air admission sensor none-conformity.

Remedies
To replace the sensor of air admission

Ref.: 1636.37
http://www.citdiag.fr/images/uploads/299/boitierfiltre.jpg

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Here's the best one.... (VTS OWNERS) ;-)

Problem
Noticable whistle on idle.
Relate to the engine 1.6i 16v (driving NFS 125ps)

Causes
Fixing faulty intake manifold bolts

Remedies
To check the pins of fixing of the intake manifold and to replace them.

Ref. 0250.93

http://www.citdiag.fr/images/uploads/298/collecteur.jpg#
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Problem
Noise coming from the engine, more perceptible on un-even roads.


Causes
Driving suspension support side cup weakening

Remedies
Replacement the suspension support

Ref.: 1.4i 1839.E4
Ref.: 1.6i 16v 1839.c4
Ref.: 1.4 HDI 1807.S4
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Problem
Engine and settings showing fueling fault
Relates to engine 1.4 HDI (8HX and 8HZ)

Cause
Filters to non conforming fuel.

Remedies
To Replace the filter for the fuel, if the problem persists, replace the fuel lines and pump.

Ref filters: 1901,85
Ref fuel line and pump: 1574.R3
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Problem
Slowed breakdown, lack power, ignition light showing.
Concern motorization 1,4i

Cause
Probe lambda in catalyst upstream failing

Remedies
To Replace the lambda probe in upstream catalyst.
Ref probes: 1618.Z7
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Problem
Ignition light showing
Concern motorization TU3JP


Cause
Defect on plastic vent "vent for engine air"

Remedies
To Replace the plastic vent for the injection of air to the exhaust + mounting of a vent to avoid the alternator being degraded by water entry
Ref pumps: 1618.C0
Ref Vent: 7104. FL
http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e366/siwar72/pompeair.jpg
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Problem
The failing of the ECU stopping totally at random manner.
Instability
Concern engine 1.1i and 1.4i (KFX/KFV) architecture all CAN

Cause
Water entry on connector of the ECU motor (connector 32 gray ways)

Remedies
To Verify the state of the contacts of the connector of the ECU board.
Replace if necessary the ECU and the connection plug
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Problem
The illumination of oil engine light.
Concern
All types of petrol engines

Cause
The oil cartridge is not conforms (marks MANN)

Remedies
To replace the oil cartridge by brand ‘Purflux’

Ref: 1109.Z2
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Problem
Starting engine impossible, no attempt from the starter motor.
Concern equipped models that use sensodrive

Cause
Presence of water / moisture in the connector to the transmission sensodrive.

Remedies
To disconnect the ecu of transmission sensodrive, dry the contacts, verify that there is no visable electrical tracking or corrosion.
Clean the conections.
Plug connections back in, ensure water-tightness on the connectors of the ECU.
Replace rubber seal / gasket.
Ref aligns 48 ways: 2530,64
Ref aligns 32 ways: 2530,63
Ref Pawn of fixing: 2210,84
Ref cleaning contact: 9731,2 C

http://i43.photobucket.com/albums/e366/siwar72/connecteur.jpg
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Problem
Start impossible of the vehicle, the starter does not turn
Concern
All C2 using CAN/CAN system.

Cause
Fuse F8 on blown BSM (20 Amps)

Remedies
To Replace the fuse 20A by a 25A fuse
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Problem
Setting of speed in automatic or manual beyond 15mph.
Concern
C2 fitted with cruise control

Cause
Engine speed sensor and actuator

Remedies
Replacement of the engine speed actuator
[hr]

Problem
Dash board ABS light showing always.
Defect sensor AVD or AVG on the wheel disks.

Cause
Sensor became dirty behind wheel disks

Remedies
Remove the sensors behind the disks AVD and AVG and clean them.
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Problem
Fatigue of brake AR caliper supports

Cause
Support bolts of Brake calipers non conforming.

Remedies
To Replace the support bolts during inspection
Ref support bolts: 4220,26
Ref 4 screws of fixing: 4405,40
Ref 2 washers: 3736,48
Ref 8 screws length 16MM: 4228,27
Ref 2 corks: 3740,43
Ref 1 quantity of small plate: 4252,41
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Problem
Illumination of ABS light
Concern vehicles without ESP
No communication dialog with the ECU for ABS with the diagnostics tool

Cause
ECU for ABS failing.

Remedies
Before replacing the ECU for ABS, verify the supply voltages and signals.
Check the supply at Way 1 and 14 of the Double relay (connector 26 blue ways of the ECU for ABS)
Check the supply of the ECU for ABS coming from the BSM (Connection 20 of the 26 way connection of the ECU for ABS)
If no supply defected, replace the double relay, if supply conforms, replace the ECU for ABS
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Problem
On turn the key, 2 items appear on the dashboard: "flake" and another “-“ Sensodrive.

Cause
This is because of the air temperature is below -15°C (according to the engineer)

Remedies
Let the car accend and descend through the gears, functions comes back to the end of some seconds.
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Problem
The button for the cruise control is falling off and breaks.

Cause
Fragile button aging poorly

Remedies
To Replace the cruise control button by a reinforced one
Ref: 4112. HG
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Problem
Locking functions of the doors abnormal.

Cause
The BSI must be updated in version V41

Remedies
To Update the BSI to version V41
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Problem
Display takes long time to display information.
Concern
All types of C2 with CAN/CAN

Cause
Screen failing

Remedies
To Replace the complete screen with new version
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Problem
Power steering ECU fault with newer models.

Cause]
The symptoms are small but eratic movements of the steering wheel of the cars own accord. Complete and possibly only temporary failure of power steering. Grinding noises and thumping through the steering wheel.
The cause of this is dirty signals from the ECU to the power steering.

Remedies
The only cure for this is a brand new ECU.
Be warned i have been advised that these take 2 to 3 weeks to repair.

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Simon72
05-03-2008, 07:37 AM
Moved above

spooky_fish
05-03-2008, 08:27 AM
Wow great find! well done si!

scoopybadboy
05-03-2008, 09:17 AM
v good simon well done

Maleko
05-03-2008, 09:34 AM
moved and stickied, nice one Si

dave_beast
05-03-2008, 09:40 AM
Try this (Converted in Google Language) http://translate.google.com/translate?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.citdiag.fr%2Findex.ph p%3Faction%3Ddetails%26domaine%3D21&langpair=fr%7Cen&hl=en&ie=UTF-8

giannisC2.vts
05-03-2008, 09:44 AM
I had the first problem for roughly one month when I went in citroen they put to me him in ECU they said all they is ok….afterwards from one week again I went him they saw again afterwards they occupied that they is the butterfly of import him they put in the guarantee

I thank.

Simon72
05-03-2008, 11:33 AM
I will try and get all faults translated tonight then post up the complete list for the C2

Danny
05-03-2008, 11:36 AM
I think it will be best just to add the info and keep them locked, they will all get lost in the barrage of posts otherwise

Simon72
05-03-2008, 01:06 PM
OK Danny, I will add to the top post later all information I can find then you can lock after

Craig
05-03-2008, 01:11 PM
Ahhh its all french!!

LittleOms
05-03-2008, 02:31 PM
STAR

Bump
06-03-2008, 11:52 AM
I will try and get all faults translated tonight then post up the complete list for the C2

Thats going to be the worlds longest list :lol:

Simon72
06-03-2008, 08:38 PM
UPDATED LOOK AT FIRST POST, ALL ITEMS OFF SITE NOW TRANSLATED

VERY INTERESTING READING

cliveGT
06-03-2008, 08:43 PM
hasnt got my blown diff on there :(

Simon72
07-03-2008, 06:55 PM
hasnt got my blown diff on there :(

I am sure if it was a common fault it would have shown up on the list Clive.

djboxster
26-03-2008, 08:37 PM
Good job dude!

I've it saved if I needed it. I visited the web in French but my french is worst and I didn't find a solution for my problem. I asked them if they can understand me and put a solution :-s

Simon72
08-09-2008, 11:45 AM
NEW ITEM ADDED IN ORIGINAL POST

ITEM:- POWER STEERING RACK

jonnyaxe
11-05-2009, 09:03 PM
hi one of the problems you listed in ur nig list i am experiencing the power steering one the grinding noise from under the steering wheel i spoke to a mechanic about it and he said that it was the power steering fluid pump on its way out is he wrong???

Simon72
11-05-2009, 11:42 PM
hi one of the problems you listed in ur nig list i am experiencing the power steering one the grinding noise from under the steering wheel i spoke to a mechanic about it and he said that it was the power steering fluid pump on its way out is he wrong???

C2s Dont have fluid pumps!!!!

The C2 power steering is operated by a electric servo motor and drive gear, there is NO hydralic system on these cars, so I think your mechanic needs a good SLAP for getting it so so wrong.

You will prob find that the servo drive system is at fault on the steering rack, this unfortunately is 10x more expensive than a hydraulic system :-(

albmg1977
08-09-2009, 11:28 PM
hi all

my 2004 c2 furio has a problem
thr left side tail lamp, side lights and number plate lights are not working.
checked all the fuses and all is ok.
i have angel eyes on the front and chrome led on the rear.

any ideas

welshtony
09-01-2010, 04:47 AM
C2's sure do have lots of problems. I have heard loads thats not
listed here. But then again they are French.

VTS_Girl
10-03-2010, 07:14 AM
Here's the best one.... (VTS OWNERS) ;-)

Problem
Noticable whistle on idle.
Relate to the engine 1.6i 16v (driving NFS 125ps)

Didnt even think this could be fixed.. will deft give it a try! great find! thanx alot

tpmadhare
22-02-2011, 09:42 PM
hi iv read the list and its brill just one question what is Driving suspension support side cup weakening as this sounds like the problem im having iv changed lower arms ball jonts bushes and drop links all iv got left is top strut mounts and anti roll bar bushes any help would be gd