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How to Reset the Sensodrive in a Citroen C3?

Model: Citroen C3 FC, FN - Years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
Part: Transmission

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The sensodrive identifies a specific type of automated manual gearbox used in Citroen vehicles, not just the Citroen C3. If it malfunctions electronically, preventing you from controlling the gear shifts from low to high and vice versa, you need to proceed with the reset.

It's simpler than you might think; the solution is explained in this video.

The protagonist simply locates the fuse box in the engine compartment and disconnects the negative terminal of the battery, reconnecting it after a few seconds. The reset is complete.


Updated on 2 November 2026 by ScegliAuto


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