- own copyright, I took the picture myself
On January 17 2026, I bought a used 2021 Citroen C-Elysee 1.6 VTi automatic, VIN code: VF7**************[VIN obfuscated, can be read by forum staff] and engine number: 10KNAL0011097 with 77,792 kms, allegedly with full dealer service history, from the official Citroen importer in Angola, supposedly with a one year guarantee. It has since covered 6,000 kms. Just recently I noticed the gear changes had become clunkier and occasionally seemed reluctant to change up. Then a warning light briefly came on indicating that the gearbox required attention. I assumed that it might be because the gearbox was low on fluid. I quickly found out that this gearbox does not have a dip stick so to measure the level, a plug had to be removed from the gearbox and fluid added with the engine running until the fluid started to run out. I got underneath the car and discovered that two unions on what I imagine to be part of the ATF cooling system had been blanked off (see photo attached). The unions were dripping ATF fluid. I complained to the dealer and was told only the engine was covered under guarantee and that I would have to pay for any repairs to the gearbox, a case of caveat emptor.
I intend, therefore, to import all the parts I require to reinstate the cooling system but I do not know what might be missing and, more importantly, what fault may have prompted someone to make such modifications in the first place.
I would be grateful for any advice that could be given to me.
