Segment:
Subcompact/City Car
Target Audience:
Urban commuters, first-time car buyers, budget-conscious individuals.
Key Competitors:
Peugeot 107, Toyota Aygo, Fiat Panda, Volkswagen Fox.
Design:
Compact dimensions, distinctive Citroën styling, spacious interior for its class.
Powertrain:
Fuel-efficient 1.4 HDi diesel engine known for its economy and torque.
Handling:
Agile handling, tight turning circle ideal for urban environments.
Engine Systems:
Lubrication, cooling, fuel injection, ignition, exhaust, timing, engine assembly/disassembly, turbocharger, emissions control.
Transmission Systems:
Clutch system, gearbox overhaul, shift mechanism, final drive.
Braking Systems:
Front and rear brake components, hydraulic system, ABS (if equipped), parking brake.
Steering Systems:
Power steering pump, rack and pinion, steering column, tie rods.
Suspension Systems:
Front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers, springs, control arms, bushings.
Electrical Systems:
Battery, charging system, starter motor, lighting, instrumentation, wiring diagrams, fuses, relays, ECUs.
Body Systems:
Body panels, doors, hood, trunk, bumpers, glass, seals, anti-corrosion measures.
HVAC Systems:
Air conditioning, heater core, blower motor, ventilation controls, refrigerant system.
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, brake service, tune-ups.
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting guides, symptom-based diagnosis, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and their meanings, wiring diagram interpretation.
Repair:
Step-by-step instructions for component replacement and repair across all covered systems.
Overhaul:
Complete engine and transmission rebuild procedures.
Calibration:
ECU programming and calibration (where applicable).
Depth:
Comprehensive: Covers everything from routine maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed diagnostic procedures and wiring diagrams.
Engine Type:
Inline-4 Cylinder, Turbocharged Diesel
Displacement:
1.4 Liters (1398 cc)
Bore X Stroke:
73.7 mm x 82.0 mm
Compression Ratio:
17.6:1
Valvetrain:
SOHC (Single Overhead Camshaft), 2 valves per cylinder
Horsepower:
68 PS (50 kW; 67 hp) @ 4000 rpm
Torque:
150 Nm (111 lb-ft) @ 1750 rpm
Fuel Delivery:
Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDi), Turbocharged
Emissions Standard:
Euro 4
Euro Ncap Rating:
4 Stars (Adult Occupant Protection, 2005)
ABS:
Standard (Anti-lock Braking System)
Ebs:
Optional (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
Esp:
Optional (Electronic Stability Program)
Airbags:
Driver and passenger airbags (standard), side airbags (optional).
Seatbelts:
Pre-tensioning front seatbelts, ISOFIX child seat anchorage points.
Oil Change Interval:
Every 15,000 miles or 1 year, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or 2 years.
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000 miles or 2 years.
Timing Belt Replacement:
Not applicable (uses a timing chain).
Engine Oil Type:
API CF or ACEA B3/B4, SAE 5W-30 (or 5W-40 as an alternative, check specific manual revision).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 3.7 liters (with filter change).
Coolant Type:
Antifreeze/coolant meeting PSA Peugeot Citroën specification (e.g., Type G33 or equivalent - typically a purple or pink coolant).
Transmission Fluid Type:
GL-4, SAE 75W-80
Common Problems:
Potential for clutch wear, especially in city driving; occasional electrical gremlins; EGR valve issues on diesel models; exhaust system corrosion.
Citroen Focus:
Known for innovative design and comfortable ride quality, often with a focus on small, economical vehicles.
C1 Development:
Co-developed with Toyota (as part of the B-Zero project), sharing platform and manufacturing with the Peugeot 107 and Toyota Aygo. First generation launched in 2005.
Manufacturing Location:
Kolín, Czech Republic (TPCA Plant)
