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charleshofmann1

C3 Battery Sensor Issue

My 2003 Citroen C3 gasoline engine is having trouble starting, and the lights are flickering. The battery feels weak, and I suspect the battery sensor. Has anyone seen this? What are the typical failure modes, and could it be more than just the battery?

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thomassmith2

Sounds like a bad battery sensor alright. Is the voltage reading all over the place?

charleshofmann1 (Author)

Yes, the voltage readings are erratic. Should I just replace the sensor, or could it be something else like the alternator regulator?

thomassmith2

Yup, sounds like the sensor is shot. Easier to just get it checked out by a pro.

charleshofmann1 (Author)

Okay, I'll get it checked out. A local workshop quoted about 315€ for diagnosis and sensor replacement. Thanks for the help!

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