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DS4 Idle Air Control Valve Issue

Check engine light on my 2014 Citroen DS4 gasoline engine, stalling at idle. Scan shows an idle air control valve error. Suspect a contaminated intake. Anyone else run into this?

4 comment(s)

erik_hunter7

I had similar symptoms on my DS4. The error code pointed to the idle control system. Before replacing parts, have you checked the throttle body for carbon buildup? That can cause the valve to malfunction.

jonathanschubert11 (Author)

Thanks for the tip! I haven't checked the throttle body yet. Is it difficult to access and clean on the DS4?

erik_hunter7

Accessing it isn't too bad, you'll need some basic tools and cleaner. However, given the symptoms and error code, and to avoid further complications, I'd advise getting it checked by a workshop. It could save you time and money in the long run.

jonathanschubert11 (Author)

Appreciate the advice. Took it to the shop, and you were right. The intake was heavily contaminated and gumming up the idle air control valve. They cleaned everything up, replaced a gasket, and the total came to 425€. Runs like new now!

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