Citroën C4

Citroen C4 began to be produced in September 2004. His wardrobe included two suits: a three-door coupe and a five-door hatchback. In 2008, the “French” experienced restyling, during which the appearance was slightly retouched, changing the shape of optics, bumpers and interior slightly. The engine line has also been updated. In 2010, Citroen C4 began to be assembled in Russia near Kaluga by the method of large-assembly, and in 2011, the second generation Citroen C4 came to replace it.

Engines

The line of Citroen C4 engines is represented by gasoline power units with a volume of 1.4 liters (90 hp), 1.6 (110 hp), 2.0 l (138, 143 hp and 180 hp). The most widespread engine was 1.6 liters. Minor troubles that threw the engine TU5JP4 (110 hp) due to poor-quality assembly, most likely already eliminated during the warranty period. But many owners note incorrect engine behavior - thrust dips at speeds close to 3000, floating idling speed, difficulty with starting. The reason for this phenomenon is not yet clear, in some cases, the situation was corrected by replacing candles, ignition coils, flashing the ECU, cleaning or replacing the throttle. Another common phenomenon is the flow of oil from under the gasket between the head and the cylinder block. Failure of the thermostat on engines of 1.6 liters (TU5JP4, 110 hp) is often observed after 100 - 120 thousand km. Its malfunction can lead to overheating of the engine, besides it provokes a leak of antifreeze. The new thermostat will cost 2 thousand rubles. This problem is devoid of the EP6 engine (1.6 liters, 120 hp), which replaced the 110-strong. The new EP6 engine was developed in collaboration with BMW. The engine did not justify expectations, he also was not without a “gun”. The pulling of the chain and wear of seats camouflaged when running more than 50 – 60 thousand km is not uncommon. Repairs will cost 15-20 thousand rubles. The ignition coils on both engines run at least 90 – 110 thousand km (about 5 thousand rubles). The cooling system pump will last at least 60 – 80 thousand km (1,000 rubles).

Transmission

On Citroen C4 installed 5-speed manual transmission and 4-speed automatic.

The clutch of mechanics runs about 100 - 150 thousand km. The original set of new clutch will cost 9-10 thousand rubles, non-original 5-6 thousand rubles. The replacement work will require about 5-7 thousand rubles. Sometimes it happens that the squeezable bearing is given earlier - with a run of 70 - 90 thousand km. Often there is a "crunch" when turning on gears - the reason for the surrendered synchronizers. The howl or hum of the box in motion is caused by the bearing of the primary shaft, which may have to be replaced when running more than 120 - 140 thousand km. The bearing will cost 2-3,000 rubles, work on its replacement - 6-7 thousand rubles.

The machine when running more than 80 - 120 thousand km can stop pleasing its owner, starting to twitch when switching or going into emergency mode. The cause of the trouble lies in the electromagnetic valves that need to be replaced. The cost of repairs will be from 11 to 18 thousand rubles.

Walking

The suspension isn't very reliable. Unpleasant loaf during the passage of irregularities can appear after 40 – 60 thousand km. Its reasons: the silent blocks of the rear suspension (later began to install reinforced), walking on the stack anther of the rear shock absorber (the manufacturer provides a set for revision) or rear pillars (more often knock in winter). The weakened mounting of the fuel tank also provokes annoying "bulging".

Front hub bearings are delivered in 50 – 100 thousand km, and stabilizer racks – 40 – 60 thousand km. Support bearings run at least 80 – 100 thousand km, suspension levers – 150 – 200 thousand km.

The steering tips serve about 40 – 60 thousand km, the steering thrusts – about 80 – 110 thousand km. The steering rack often begins to knock when running more than 60 - 100 thousand km., the reason is the wear of the guide bushings. The hydropump of the electrohydraulic power steering can flow through the "chip" in which the power cable passes. When replacing the pump will have to be prescribed in ECU.

The front brake pads run at least 30 – 50 thousand km, the rear 50 – 70 thousand km. The front brake discs are capable of working at least 70 – 100 thousand km, the rear – 80 – 120 thousand km.

Other problems and malfunctions

The quality of paintwork, like the vast majority of cars of other brands, is average. On cars older than 6-7 years may appear swelling. The hood often peels off from its power frame. Repairing the aluminum bonnet is complicated, in some cases easier to install a new one, and crickets often settle in the front seatbelt mounting assembly. On the C4 in the coupe body is a freely dangling bracket under the plastic sheathing of the central rack. On 5-door hatchbacks, the “crime” comes to life in the button to adjust the height of the belt. Unpleasant squeaking appears in the front panel, front door skin or in the plastic panel on the trunk door. Electric locks on cars older than 5-6 years sometimes begin to “glutch”. Due to icing of one of the parking sensors or its contamination, the parking system is completely turned off. The reason for the disconnection can be an electric burner, often rubbed in the area of the bumper-baggage transition. If when the washer is turned on, the water is poured only on the front, then the valve of distribution of the washing liquid has failed. Due to the grinding of the electric harness of the rear door, the windshield wiper of the rear door begins to live its life, or the rear window and the lock fail to heat. Citroen conducted a recall company to replace the harnesses with more “strong”. Often burn out the electric heating threads of the front seats. Authorized services make a replacement of the seat entirely, if the car is not guaranteed, then the wires can be soldered on the side for 2 - 3 thousand rubles. Electricity is the most problematic place Citroen C4.

Engines

• Another common phenomenon is the flow of oil from under the gasket between the head and the cylinder block.
• Failure of the thermostat on engines of 1.6 liters (TU5JP4, 110 hp).
• Its malfunction can lead to overheating of the engine, besides it provokes a leak of antifreeze. The new thermostat will cost 2 thousand rubles.
• This problem is devoid of the EP6 engine (1.6 liters, 120 hp), which replaced the 110-strong.
• The pulling of the chain and wear of seats camouflaged when running more than 50 – 60 thousand km is not uncommon. Repairs will cost 15-20 thousand rubles.
• In order not to go to the car service once again, its replacement should be made together with the HRM belt, the replacement of which is recommended every 60,000 km.
• In a critical situation, a light tapping on the relay body before it is triggered saves, but you should not delay the replacement.

Transmission

• The cause of the trouble lies in the electromagnetic valves that need to be replaced.
• The cost of repairs will be from 11 to 18 thousand rubles.

Walking

• The steering rack often begins to knock when running more than 60 - 100 thousand km., The reason is the wear of the guide bushings.
• The hydropump of the electrohydraulic power steering can flow through the "chip" in which the power cable passes.

Other problems and malfunctions

• Repairing an aluminum hood is complicated, in some cases it is easier to install a new one.
• If when the washer is turned on, the water is poured only on the front, then the valve of distribution of the washing liquid has failed.
• Due to the grinding of the electric harness of the rear door, the windshield wiper of the rear door begins to live its life, or the rear window heating and the lock fail.
• Electricity is the most problematic place Citroen C4.
• Because of the instability of the voltage, light bulbs in the headlights often burn out, and their replacement is still an occupation ... The generator is given after 100 - 120 thousand.
• km - more often due to the failure of the voltage regulator (2 - 3 thousand).

Hardly anyone doubts that Citroen C4 is a very elegant and beautiful car that is popular not only among women, but also among young people. For this unique image, its owners are ready to forgive him many shortcomings.

• Engines: Another common phenomenon is the flow of oil from under the gasket between the head and the cylinder block.
• Transmission: The cause of the trouble lies in the electromagnetic valves that need to be replaced.
• Driving: The steering rack often begins to knock when running more than 60 - 100 thousand km. , the reason is the wear of the guide bushings.
• Other problems and malfunctions: Aluminum hood repair is complicated, in some cases it is easier to install a new one.

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