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Why is my CITROEN burning oil?
Badly fitted oil filter at the last service may be leaking oil and running down the engine. If its not leaking out of the engine, then its burning up or being blown out of the exhaust and possibly contaminating the catalytic converter at the same time. Emission test would probably show up oil coming from the exhaust.
How much oil does a Citroen C3 Picasso take?
Model: Citroën C3 Picasso (2009 – )
| Engine | Capacity/Filter capacity litres(liters) | |
|---|---|---|
| C3 Picasso 1.2 PureTech 110 (2015 – ) | EB2DT | 3.5 / 0.5 |
| C3 Picasso 1.4 VTi (2009 – ) | EP3 | 4.3 / 0.3 |
| C3 Picasso 1.6 VTi (2009 – 2015) | EP6 | 4.3 / 0.3 |
| C3 Picasso 1.6 HDi (66 kW) (9HX) (2009 – 2011) | DV6ATED4 | 3.8 |
What oil does a Citroen C3 Picasso take?
Motor oil Helix Ultra AP-L 5W-30 fully complies with the specification for the C3 Picasso 1.6 16V VTi120, -VTR+ (EP6 – 88kW) (P) (2008-) and is the ideal lubricant for this car CITROEN.
Is Citroen C3 Picasso reliable?
Is a used Citroën C3 Picasso MPV reliable? Overall as a manufacturer Citroen came 13th for reliability in the 2016 JD Power Reliability Survey, while according to the What Car? Reliability Survey, the C3 Picasso rates as good, with suspension and engine problems the most likely faults to occur.
What is 10w40 oil?
In a 10w-40 for example the 10w bit (W = winter, not weight or watt or anything else for that matter) simply means that the oil must have a certain maximum viscosity/flow at low temperature. The 40 in a 10w-40 simply means that the oil must fall within certain viscosity limits at 100°C.
Does a Citroen C3 have a Cambelt?
All engines have a timing belt, but the replacement interval varies depending on model and build year; timings vary between eight and 10 years along with 80,000 and 120,000 miles.
Is the 1.6 HDi engine good?
There are conflicting legends about the reliability and resource of the 1.6 HDi 16-valve engine. Some say that this motor is very reliable and serves faithfully, the main thing is only to service it on time. For others, this engine causes ongoing problems and repair costs.
Is 10W40 good for high mileage?
If both 10w30 and 10w40 are acceptable oil options for your car, it’s recommended that you use 10w40 for your car with high mileage. The thicker oil helps older engines handle higher temperatures and manage wear and tear more efficiently. The thicker oil will reduce wear and tear and extend the life of your engine.
Is 10W40 good for summer?
This oil type remains thicker at 100°C/212°F compared to an SAE 30 high-temp flow grade and is more suitable for warm weather. Either 10W30 or 10W40 for summer use is fine; however, 10W-40 motor oil will better protect your engine.
How do you check the gearbox oil on a Citroen C3?
Its not as simple as checking a dipstick. There re two bolts on the end of the gearbox, the upper one is the level plug and the lower down (closer to the ground) one is the drain plug. To check the level, remove the level plug bolt and add some gearbox oil, when the oil stops trickling out you have reached full.