Please contact the Board Administrator for more information. Hi i know this is a old thread but i came across it while looking for something else. I asked for them to check the TIPM and I was told that it was the first thing they checked and it was fine. With the wire connected, you should turn the ignition on. Link must be about this specific problem or it will be deleted it must be free & helpful, like a video or web page or forum thread about this exact problem. Okay, so yeah it sounds like the vehicle is not sending the correct start signal to the pcm. The scan tool bypassed this and sent the start signal Citroen relay 2.0 hdi turns over but wont start, changed glow plugs but one was soaked in diesel and the other two where slow to glow. Once it is started, take it straight to a garage (Citroen specialist) because it may well not start again. The fuel filter of your C4 does not wear out like a mechanical part, but it gets clogged by dirt and airborne particles and clogs over time. What's the best used car with an automatic gearbox for 14,000? Example: "Bad Brakes", "Toyota Recall", etc. No Peter, connecting jump leads makes no difference. Start the donor vehicle and then your C4. It has had new injectors and a new air flow sensor. Tell us some more! We advise against using metal pliers, but if you use them, you must make sure that you do not touch any other parts of the body. The OBDII connector is usually located under the dashboard. I always used to ask my dad these questions but sadly he passed away last year. For exact troubleshooting, always check whether the information is correct. Does the cold weather affect electric car range? 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WebFails to start when the ignition is pushed, will just crank and crank until you shut it down. If no tach movement or fuel pump run with key ON - remove cover from I/P fuse block (next to front passengers left foot) and use meter or test light to check for 12 volts on both top tabs of IGN1 10A fuse (key set ON/RUN). The pre-heat relay is under the bumper and behind the lead light on the left side. When its warmed up and switched off it wont start again but will bump-start again. However if I drive the van it runs fine. I'm looking at possibly buying a secondhand Renault Zoe and wondered if the battery life would be affected with age. There are also no fault codes. Fuel at unions before injector but when bump-started it starts and runs fine. Loss of Try Cycling the Key. After a while of trying occasionally it will start. Van was running fine, pulled up turn it off and when i went to restart it - nothing. If a spark plug has failed, it must be replaced in the workshop. I've tried resetting the BCM it didn't make any difference. The primer bulb seems ok as it pressurises fine. There are many reasons why your C4 may not start. "CarComplaints.com" , "Autobeef", "What's Wrong With YOUR Car?" check dieesel press and the compresion of each piston remember dieesel stat by compresion and check for any air on the fuel system. Electric Parking Brake Fault Warning Light On The CAS or speed sensor or whatever Peug Cit call it is just a coil of a lot of thin wire. If you discover white deposits or silvery-green deposits, but no further cracks or damage, you do not have to replace the battery, just clean it. Posted Wednesday, January 13, 2016 11:47:42 AM, hi ,thanks for your reply.. problem sorted , it was a combination of flat battery and dud key fob battery!! The box is under power and repairs or tests should always be done in a workshop. do you think the post heat pre heat stuff is a red herring? Am I looking for people on this forum? The average life of a starter motor is about 100,000 to 150,000 miles, and the life will be shortened if the engine is started more frequently. Get notified about new defects, investigations, recalls & lawsuits for the. If your car turns on but wont start, turn on the dome light and watch it while you try to start the engine. Whilst agreeing with everything posted above (even the Hard Knock Life one, about how I feel most days!) In principle, this can affect all vehicle systems such as the fuel supply, the oil supply or the power supply. Chrysler issued a recall but VW has not. Symptom: When you turn the key to start the engine of your C4, you will hear a clicking sound, which is the sound of a bad starter motor. checking the voltage, usually results in values of approx. After cleaning, reconnect the terminals. Why a car won't start when you push the Start button? Basically you turn ignition on but when you go to start it does nothing, no attempt at engaging starter. Next connect black cable to the negative terminal of donor battery, then to the bare metal in the engine bay of your C4. Real MPG - which cars are most fuel efficient? I am looking for Citroen Crazy but I can't seem to find anyone on the forum with that name. Should be a nice clear 'Scope trace pattern without spikes or anything else unwanted. And if the starter motor does not work with a healthy battery, suspect a malfunction of the starter. But be careful not to start the engine. It doesn't even try and start. The most common causes that hinders normal starting operation of your Citroen C4 are dead 12v battery, corrosion on battery terminals, and dead key fob battery. 2005 SRX. Hi, like I said once it s started it runs lovely so I'm not questioning compressions etc. Like I stated interfearance or "noise" could be the starter or the screening around the wires from the CAS. Hello, thank you for the question. It sounds like your anti-theft module has been tripped due to a circuit disruption or a faulty anti-theft module This could be why it fails to start on cranking but does when tow started. did it just stop and then not restart. Have a manual for - Provide details, support with references or personal experience. You didn't mention a new battery, they last around 3-5 years. Hi, I've just put a recon engine into my relay using my old engine's ancillary parts and the engine runs like a dream once it's started, but the problem is it wont start without using easystart! Average repair cost is $1,350 at 79,300 miles. Like a big Rubics Cube on wheels. Next you can unplug the red positive pole cable. I had a case in the vag group, try disconnecting the sensor and start the engine. We remanufactureelectronic automotive parts.Call us on, Citreon Berlingo Non Start ******FIXED*****, Posted Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:13:25 PM, Last Active: Wednesday, October 20, 2010 8:58:18 AM, Hi all, mate of mine has passed this one on to me and I had a quick look today. It turns over but won't start, almost like it is out of gas, but it isn't. I have a 2011 Citroen relay van that will turn over but doesn't start most the time. Sounds like a bad connection at the battery.Is this van fitted with a multi connection fuse block on top of the positive battery terminal?If it has,then it could be one of the block fuses blown. Have a load test done on the battery as the glo-plugs should get very hot very quickly. Hes changed all the same things to but still cant get it starte. Please keep me informed on progres Can you recommend a garage to fix my Nissan Qashqai? Maplins or any other electrical parts supplier sell "freezer spray" for a tenner or so. have you tried the glow plug relay? I have a wallbox charger and intend to top up the battery each night so I have 100 per cent charge for local trips. Successful testing of the car battery, i.e. Citroen Relay van - turns over fine but wont start but bumpstarts fine - Railroad. Today its worse, but still eventually turns over. You can't post answers that contain an email address. When its warmed up and switched off it wont start again but will bump-start again. Ignition System Problems: The 3 core elements for the car to start and run are fuel, spark, and air. I have a similar issue. When I went to pickup my van after it was supposedly fixed, it wouldn't start. Citroen Relay van - turns over fine but wont start but bumpstarts fine - Railroad. Fit a bit of clear pipe in the return line [if it hasn't already got one] and see if there's any air going back when you prime it [primer bulb OK?] No end in sight for Volkswagen 1.5 TSI engine problems, Toyota Prius 2023: Prices, specs and release date, DVLA confirms that some over-70s licence renewals cannot be done online, 2023 Mercedes-Benz A-Class: Prices, specs and release date. If these three elements are available in the correct ratio, then the car will run smoothly and will not stop. Last Active: Monday, December 29, 2014 2:26:39 PM. Loss of pressure could be caused by a worn pump or excessive injector leak off. If your C4s alternator fails, it will not be able to produce electricity and the battery will not be able to charge. I let it warm up as well and it restarted fine. Once the battery has been removed from the circuit, you can start cleaning the corroded battery. What is a reasonable fair use deducton when rejecting a used car? In addition to the vehicle manufacturer and model, you usually also have to type in the engine and vehicle ID number. The permeability of the filter drops, and so does the fuel pressure. still same prblem. Not sure if anyone is still reading this one but further info, Hi just wandering if you found the problem as by the sound of it my vans exactly the same. I have just taken delivery of my Kia Niro PHEV. The crank sensor can fail, or its wiring can get damaged. However, it is possible that the starter is nearing the end of its life, so it is recommended that you have it inspected at a dealer or maintenance shop. On Sep 11th after a few tries my car will not start. First remove the black cable from the negative pole. Hi again, check the water temperature sensors in the values measured on a cold engine. NO FORUM HOMEPAGES. SOURCE: fuel to injectors but still wont start. - Better answers use proper spelling and grammar. Typical causes include tearing of the timing belt, incorrect fueling, insufficient oil, hydrolock, overheating of the engine, or continuous driving in an excessive speed range. Will charging my PHEV to 100 per cent every day damage the battery? The van didn't start randomly. 3 reasons why a car won't start. Its a Citreon Berlingo 2001 1.9d, Posted Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:40:26 PM, Last Active: Monday, December 29, 2014 2:26:39 PM, Posted Thursday, March 5, 2009 3:52:39 PM. or it's running. Unsubscribe any time. the thing is an electromagnet so they can come out looking "hairy". If you struggle to start the car and have also noticed a whining or sputtering from the car recently, it could be a the problem i have with mine is after using the van and then turning it off it will not start again until its cool down even spraying easy start right into the engine it will not start it just turns over. How far can the Renault Clio hybrid travel on electric power? Turns over, but doesn't start straight away apparently has got progressively worse, I got there and found the Delphi fuel pump leaking at the top cover o'ring seal and replaced it. Problems with the engine intake include faulty fuel injectors, throttles, and fuel pressure regulators and sensors. Never crack open an injector pipe on a common rail. Buying a Used Car: 10 Common Mistakes to Avoid, How to check the engine when buying a used car, Why a car won't start troubleshooting tips. If your C4 has push start/stop button, then its possible that your vehicle may not start due to weak key fob battery. Last Active: Sunday, November 18, 2018 10:07:12 AM, Last Active: Tuesday, May 31, 2022 3:53:13 AM. 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