Question 1

What does a brake pedal switch do?

Accepted Answer

The brake pedal switch is a small device usually attached to the brake pedal mechanism. The brake pedal switch serves two major functions; it turns on the brake lights when a driver presses the brake pedal. It also sends a signal to your car’s computer that the brakes have been applied.The brake pedal switch plays an important role in most modern cars. Many vehicle systems including push-button start, anti-lock brakes and vehicle stability control cannot operate if a brake pedal switch is not working properly.

Question 2

How often should a brake pedal switch need replacing?

Accepted Answer

Brake pedal switches are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle, however because they are in constant use they can wear out over time. The frequent pressing of the switch can cause the internal components to wear out and eventually fail, how quickly this happens will depend on the quality of the parts and how often you use your vehicle.As soon as you suspect there may be a problem with this switch you should have it replaced - it is important in maintaining a high degree of safety while on the road.

Question 3

The law, vehicle regulations and your MOT

Accepted Answer

Failing or broken brake lights are not only dangerous for yourself and other road users, but they’re also illegal in the UK. By law your car must have two working brake lights, or you risk being pulled over by the police and potentially fined.The brake pedal switch is checked as part of an MOT, therefore if it's not functioning as it should, your car will fail the test. To save yourself time and money you should have your switch replaced if you suspect there may be a fault.

Question 4

What causes a brake pedal switch to break?

Accepted Answer

Brake pedal switch failure is not a common problem and is not part of regular car maintenance. However, like any car part it can fail or wear out at any time and will need to be replaced as soon as possible when this occurs.

Question 5

What are the signs of a bad brake pedal switch?

Accepted Answer

Usually, there a few signs you can look for:
Brake lights stop working or work intermittently
Brake lights stay permanently on, even when the pedal is not pressed
Check Engine or ABS system warning light comes on
Systems such as anti-lock brakes, push start or vehicle stability control aren’t working as they should

Question 6

How often should you replace your brake pedal switch?

Accepted Answer

For the most part, the brake pedal switch is built to last the lifetime of your car. Generally, these switches will only wear out due to the continuous use that they get. Being constantly pushed can eventually wear out the internal components of this switch. As soon as you suspect there may be a problem with this switch you should have it replaced - it is important in maintaining a high degree of safety while on the road.

Question 7

What happens during a brake pedal switch replacement?

Accepted Answer

During the repair our certified mechanics will:
First inspect the brake light system and corresponding switch.
If necessary, the mechanic will replace the faulty brake pedal switch.
Advise if any related parts need to be replaced or repaired.
Test the lights again to ensure they function properly and the switch has been installed correctly.

Question 8

What is the average life of a brake pedal switch?

Accepted Answer

Brake pedal switches are designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle, however because they are in constant use they can wear out over time. The frequent pressing of the switch can cause the internal components to wear out and eventually fail, how quickly this happens will depend on the quality of the parts and how often you use your vehicle.

Question 9

Can you drive with a broken brake pedal switch?

Accepted Answer

No, you shouldn’t drive with a failing brake pedal switch. Brake lights are a vital safety feature on your car, without them you pose a risk to yourself and other road users. A bad brake pedal switch can also prevent other systems in your car from working, such as push button start and anti-lock brakes.It’s also important to note that failing or broken brake lights are not only dangerous but also illegal in the UK. By law your car must have two working brake lights, or you risk being pulled over by the police and potentially fined.

Question 10

Citroën

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Citroën is a French automobile manufacturer, part of the PSA Peugeot Citroën Group since 1976, established over 100 years ago in March 1919.Citroën produced the world’s first mass-produced front-wheel drive car and one of the first to feature a unitary type body, with no chassis supporting its mechanical components.

Question 11

How popular is Citroën in the United Kingdom?

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Citroën is probably better known for its quirky design and fun fashion styled brand of cars. Offering something different from more traditional sporty looks, they are a brand that provides value without being cheap.There were 1.3m Citroën cars on the roads at the close of 2018; a figure that peaked in the early part of 2015 and has maintained a very similar number ever since.

Question 12

Good value vehicles for family driving

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Citroën offers a range of fun-looking smaller city cars and family cars for every ilk. The smallest starts with their C1 city model, growing into the C3 mini-MPV and SUV models, then the C4 subcompact and compact featuring crossover and SUV styles, up to the C5 family saloon, that is also available as an SUV sporting Citroën’s Aircross moniker.
With models featuring up to 7 seats, Citroën doesn’t just create cars for everyday family motoring—they supply cars for the biggest of families.

Question 13

Citroën’s reliability and reputation

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You wouldn’t instantly think of Citroën as one of the technological leaders of the automotive industry, but as well as being the first to introduce front wheel drive and unitary body type vehicles, they were also responsible for producing the first hydropneumatic self-levelling suspensions system in 1954. Just one year later they introduced another milestone in motoring history, producing the first mass-produced car with modern disc brakes.Citroën ranked 25th place out of 30 car brands in the What Car? Reliability Survey in 2018. Probably not a figure to earn them too much confidence and an increase in sales, but when you consider that they still featured higher than Mercedes-Benz, Jaguar and Land Rover then maybe the competition is a little tougher throughout that survey than it first appears.

Question 14

Recent Citroën recalls and reliability issues

Accepted Answer

Various recalls have been made on Citroën models throughout their motoring history. The following are a list of the most recent in the UK and Europe.

Question 15

25/04/2019 – Citroën Berlingo

Accepted Answer

The handbrake mechanism may not be correct

Question 16

27/02/2019 – Citroën C4 Aircross (2011–2015)

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The battery charge program may not be to specification

Question 17

12/02/2019 – Citroën C3 Aircross (2016–2018)

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The wires of the seat position sensor may not be correct

Question 18

01/02/2019 – Citroën Spacetourer and Dispatch IV (2015–2108)

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The loosening of the front wishbone lower ball joints

Question 19

01/02/2019 – Citroën Spacetourer and Dispatch IV (2016–2018)

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The fixing bolt of the front suspension wishbone

Question 20

01/02/2019 – Citroën Spacetourer and Dispatch IV (2015–2018)

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The air conditioning compressor pulley could break

Question 21

01/02/2019 – Citroën Spacetourer Dispatch IV (2016–2018)

Accepted Answer

Rear suspension wishbone mounting bolts

Question 22

14/01/2019 – Citroën C3 (2018)

Accepted Answer

The steering column universal joint clamp may be incorrectly fittedAll recall information sourced from gov.co.uk data.

Car make and model	Average dealer price	Price estimate	Average savings
Citroen C1 II	£139	£105 - £128	£22
Citroen DS3	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C3 Picasso	£149	£108 - £132	£29
Citroen DS3 Cabrio	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C4 Picasso	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C4 Grand Picasso	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C1	£139	£105 - £128	£22
Citroen C4 Cactus	£146	£108 - £131	£26
Citroen Jumpy IV	£159	£113 - £139	£33
Citroen Berlingo III	£149	£108 - £132	£29
Citroen DS3	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C4 Grand Picasso	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C1 II	£139	£105 - £128	£22
Citroen Xsara Picasso	£127	£89 - £108	£29
Citroen DS3 Cabrio	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C4 Cactus	£146	£108 - £131	£26
Citroen C3 Picasso	£149	£108 - £132	£29
Citroen Berlingo III	£149	£108 - £132	£29
Citroen C4 Grand Picasso II	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C4 Grand SpaceTourer	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C1 II	£139	£105 - £128	£22
Citroen DS3	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C3 Picasso	£149	£108 - £132	£29
Citroen DS3 Cabrio	£154	£111 - £135	£31
Citroen C4 Picasso	£154	£111 - £135	£31

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