Citroen Xsara car not start

Car: Citroen Xsara
Variant: 1.4 forte
Model Year: 2004
Categories: Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss
car been running fine for past two days. radio goes into demo mode when ignition off so went to take it out and thats when problem started. key fob wouldn't lock the doors and when doors open control panel used to show so but doesn't. switch ignition on but no lights on dashboard but headlights come on when they are switched off. central locking works with key in door. tried radio back in but that not work either now. when try to start car it tries to start but doesn't hence thinking could have knocked something when took radio out please help thanks
Posted: May 20, 2012 (12 years ago)
Hi the problem sounds like someone may of done a bad job of wiring in a radio.
Cirteons immobiliser circuits are all run through the wiring associated with the cars accessories. I would check the wiring on the radio circuit and re-install the origional radio before anything else, it also sounds like someone has switched the live wires, one live is permenantly powered to keep the radio powered for memory purposes and the other is ignition controlled to ensure the radio switches off when the car is turned off. change these back and ensure the wiring is all properly connected and insulated then try to start the car again. Whilst trying to check the radio connections remove the car battery negative (-) lead to prevent damage including risk of fire if the wiring is faulty. If the issue is still not resolved it will be more likely that you will require a locksmith to re-program your immobiliser.
Posted May 21, 2012 (12 years ago)

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