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Citroen DS3 Engine Stalling Rough Running

I'm having trouble with my 2011 Citroen DS3, gasoline engine, with 189001 km. The engine runs roughly and occasionally stalls when idling. The check engine light is on, and there's jerking during acceleration. I suspect a defective ignition coil or a related issue with the cable or plug connection. Has anyone seen similar symptoms?

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lara_kaiser1

Hey! That sounds super familiar. I've got a DS3 too, and I had almost exactly the same symptoms last year - the rough running, the stalling, the check engine light. It WAS a dodgy ignition coil. Seriously annoying! Did you check the spark plugs? Mine were totally gunked up when the coil went bad. What kind of error code are you getting?

maximilianmueller1 (Author)

Thanks for the quick response. I appreciate your insight. I haven't checked the spark plugs yet, but I will. I don't currently have access to a diagnostic tool. Could you elaborate on the specific error code you encountered?

lara_kaiser1

Okay, so, I can't remember the EXACT code right now, but I'm pretty sure it was something about a misfire on one of the cylinders. Honestly, with those symptoms, I'd suggest getting it checked by a professional. Save yourself the headache! It's probably the coil pack and a new set of plugs and that is usually an easy fix at the workshop.

maximilianmueller1 (Author)

I appreciate your advice. I had the vehicle inspected by a qualified technician. The diagnostic revealed a defective ignition coil, as suspected. The coil was replaced, along with the spark plugs, for a total repair cost of 95€. The engine now runs smoothly, and the symptoms have been resolved. Thanks again for your assistance.

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