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C3 Intermittent Electrical Issue

I'm having an intermittent electrical issue with my 2008 Citroen C3 diesel. Mileage is at 131914 km. Terminal 30 continuous plus seems to be interrupted, resulting in poor vehicle starting. I suspect a heavily discharged or defective battery, but I'm open to suggestions.

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noahhimmel1

That sounds similar to an issue I had with my 2012 BMW 3 Series. The symptoms were almost identical. Have you checked the ignition switch and the wiring harness for any signs of corrosion or damage? In my case, a faulty circuit breaker was the culprit.

LeoSchnei (Author)

Thank you for your input. Could you elaborate on how you diagnosed the faulty circuit breaker? What specific tests did you perform?

noahhimmel1

Certainly. I used a multimeter to test the continuity of the circuit breaker. It showed inconsistent readings, indicating an internal fault. Given your symptoms and the potential for a heavily discharged battery, I would recommend a thorough electrical system diagnosis at a reputable workshop.

LeoSchnei (Author)

Understood. I appreciate the advice. The workshop confirmed a defective battery and replaced it. The total repair cost was 290€. The vehicle now starts without issue.

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