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Things to check before buying a used Citroen C3 Picasso

Model: Citroen C3 Picasso MK 1 - Years 2008-2017
Part: Checks and maintenance

In this video we will see some details to carefully evaluate before buying a used Citroen C3 Picasso: first of all, the manufacturer overestimates the oil change interval, and the timing chain tensioner can fail much faster than the expected 150,000 kilometers: cases where even the chain tends to stretch before this mileage are not rare. The 1.6 turbodiesel engine is very common and appreciated, but it has its weaknesses, such as the lubrication system of the turbine with the filter that blocks the oil supply. On this model, the bulbs must be changed often, but access to the headlights is very convenient. The electronics often have small malfunctions, such as those related to the reverse sensor, or the suspension mounts; on the other hand, many of these repairs are quite inexpensive.

Posted on 27 April 2024 by ScegliAuto

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