Information on repair and maintenance of Citroen C4 cars electronically
Citroen C4 is a medium-sized car produced by Citroen since 2004, and also became a replacement for the previous “Xsara” model.
The first generation was designed by Donato Coco and released in 2004. A three- and five-door hatchback was presented. The basis was the system used in the Peugeot 307. The power unit is located transversely, and the car itself is front-wheel drive. In general, the model represents the most simplified and popular design, but despite this, the car has a good level of convenience and comfort, experts rate the level of control as very good.
The dimensions of the car are as follows: 4270 mm and 4260 mm, 1769 mm and 1773 mm, 1458 mm and 1458 mm - length, width, height of 3-door and 5-door. Luggage compartment volumes vary, for the coupe 342 liters, and for the hatchback 352 liters.
Since 2006, a minivan with seven seats went on sale, and a couple of years later it was modified for standard five seats.
At the end of 2008, the Citroen C4 was updated; changes affected not only the appearance of the car, but also the engines, and the interior styling was also redesigned. The upholstery and individual parts have been improved. The tachometer was moved to the central part of the control panel, this increased convenience.
The second generation was released in 2010 at a presentation in Paris, namely, a five-door hatchback was presented, and the three-door version was replaced by another model, which was presented the following year. The platform for this generation was PF2, released in 2001.
Compared with the first generation, the new model has almost identical dimensions, the external structure of the body is also similar in the mounting distances of the front and rear suspension. If we talk about differences, then the content of high-strength elements in the body structure itself has been increased. Also in some trim levels a tempered glass roof was added.
The line of gasoline engines was partially preserved, while the diesel engines were completely replaced, the second generation was equipped with the third generation HDi.
The interior has been completely redesigned, all materials have been replaced with higher quality ones, and the interior design layout has become classic.
European markets received 3-4 trim levels, the number varies depending on the country, eight body colors are offered.
In 2015, an updated version of the second generation was released. Thanks to this redesign, a new styling of the interior appeared and the range of engines changed.
As for servicing a car like the Citroen C4, and in principle, like any other, it is important to have at least basic knowledge about the structure of your vehicle. Without such knowledge, owners prefer to contact a service station, but everything can be learned. And the repair and operation manual will help you obtain the necessary knowledge. The information it contains will allow you to find out:
- how electrical equipment works;
- how to repair brake pads, transmission, engine, etc.;
- how to change oil;
- what tools are needed for maintenance and much more.
Everything is presented as simply and clearly as possible. Moreover, the information is accompanied by illustrations with a very detailed description.
A book on the repair and operation of a Citroen C4 car in PDF format, downloaded to a smartphone or tablet, will answer any questions. It is impossible to predict what may happen on the road. The main thing is to understand how to act in a given situation.