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Why is the gearstick squeaking on my Citroen C4?

I own a 2011 Citroen C4. When putting the gearstick in first I get a squeaking noise. Do you know what it could be?

Asked on 11 October 2022 by maurice freel

Answered by Dan Powell
Reads like the linkages need lubrication.
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