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How to Change the Door Lock on a Citroen C3

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

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Change the lock on the Citroen C3? Here’s how to remove the cylinder from inside the door. Unscrew the screws on the side of the door, use a plastic lever to remove the cover of the handle located on the right side (if present).

If you have difficulty, remove the panel. Extract the lock from the door, then slide the handle out of the car's body, compare it with the new handle and prepare for installation.

Insert the new lock and handle into the door. Test the correct installation and operation of the lock with the opening key. Screw in the side screws of the lock.


Updated on 27 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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