lost my power steering and speedo

Questions not related to the fuel type, like Manual Gearbox, Body Work, Lights, Interior trim and Seats, Steering, Brakes, Beeping, Wheels and Tyres to be asked in this topic only.

Audio has its own section - see further down the page.

Please provide as much information as you think may be relevant like recent work on the car and you can attach photographs directly to your topic using the form below the text box.
Forum rules
One question per topic.
No Engine questions
Think: Manual Gearbox, Seats, Bodywork, Lighting, Interior, A/C, Heater, Wheels, Steering, Brakes, Tyres and Suspension
User avatar
My Name: SonOfAnarchy ZA

Experienced Member
Posts: 46
Joined: Mon Dec 03, 2012 6:24 am

Post

hey guys i need some help ive got a 2006 citroen c3 hdi 1.4 8v. i got cought in a really bad storm water must have got in some where because i lost my power steering and speedo stopped working and then the petrol gauge kept flashing :?
Anyone got any ideas
Top
User avatar
My Name: SonOfAnarchy ZA

Experienced Member
Posts: 46
Joined: Mon Dec 03, 2012 6:24 am

Post

ok never mind :mrgreen: found the issue ecu plug got a bit wet and blew a fuse everything sorted now :mrgreen: :mrgreen:
Top
User avatar
My Name: C3CAR

Guru
Posts: 2737
Joined: Wed May 04, 2011 10:01 am
Model: C3 2002-2005, Original shape model
Year: 2002 (02)
Engine Size: 1.4 (16v)
Fuel Type: Diesel
Mileage: 140000
Trim Level: Exclusive
Gearbox: Manual 5 speed
DPF: No
LHD or RHD: RHD (UK)
Engine name: DV4 16-valve diesel (90 PS)
Has thanked: 196 times
Been thanked: 106 times

Post

found the issue ecu plug got a bit wet and blew a fuse everything sorted now
Thanks for the update and the solution!

Was the cover to the battery incorrectly fitted? allowing water to get to the ECU connections?

Well done in sorting it out so quickly!
Top
User avatar
My Name: SonOfAnarchy ZA

Experienced Member
Posts: 46
Joined: Mon Dec 03, 2012 6:24 am

Post

i never knew there should be a battery cover :? mine must be missing :oops:
Top
User avatar
My Name: C3CAR

Guru
Posts: 2737
Joined: Wed May 04, 2011 10:01 am
Model: C3 2002-2005, Original shape model
Year: 2002 (02)
Engine Size: 1.4 (16v)
Fuel Type: Diesel
Mileage: 140000
Trim Level: Exclusive
Gearbox: Manual 5 speed
DPF: No
LHD or RHD: RHD (UK)
Engine name: DV4 16-valve diesel (90 PS)
Has thanked: 196 times
Been thanked: 106 times

Post

i never knew there should be a battery cover :? mine must be missing :oops:
There should be one fitted, it covers the battery, engine ECU and the Power Steering ECU.


Cover fitted

C3 battery cover fitted to protect engine ECU plugs
C3 battery cover fitted to protect engine ECU plugs

Cover removed

C3 battery cover removed exposing the engine ECU
C3 battery cover removed exposing the engine ECU
A helpful topic on how to remove the Citroen C3 battery cover
Top
User avatar
My Name: SonOfAnarchy ZA

Experienced Member
Posts: 46
Joined: Mon Dec 03, 2012 6:24 am

Post

awesome thank you i must make a plan to go to the dealership and get one to avoid this happening again
Top
User avatar
My Name: SonOfAnarchy ZA

Experienced Member
Posts: 46
Joined: Mon Dec 03, 2012 6:24 am

Post

ok so this problem has popped up again think the diesel pre heater is toast so i will keep you guys in the loop
Top
User avatar
My Name: SonOfAnarchy ZA

Experienced Member
Posts: 46
Joined: Mon Dec 03, 2012 6:24 am

Post

Just a update turns out the relay had a short in it that kept blowing the fuse
Top
User avatar
My Name: Arfur Dent

Guru
Posts: 3520
Joined: Sat Jul 23, 2011 3:47 pm
Model: C3 2002-2005, Original shape model
Year: 2002 (52)
Engine Size: 1.4 (16v)
Fuel Type: Diesel
Mileage: 100000
Trim Level: Exclusive
Gearbox: Manual 5 speed
DPF: No
LHD or RHD: RHD (UK)
Engine name: DV4 16-valve diesel (90 PS)
Has thanked: 345 times
Been thanked: 135 times

Post

Just a update turns out the relay had a short in it that kept blowing the fuse
Thanks for the update :D
You can add an avatar to your account - Avatar or change your vehicle details - Car Bio or even add a signature to your posts - Signature. But this is not all you can do in the User Control Panel :)
Top
  • Similar Topics
    Replies
    Views
    Last post

Return to “Questions about a Citroen C3 not related to the fuel type”