Car only runs in idle mode, it vibrates badly and blue smoke is coming out of the exhaust

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SARAH WILD
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  • 2003 CITROEN XSARA
  • 1.9L
  • 156,000 MILES
My engine will run in idle mode, but the engine vibrates extremely bad and rattles. Before cutting out completely it loses blue smoke from the exhaust when trying to rev it. Please can you help diagnose my issue?
Saturday, January 7th, 2017 AT 4:28 AM

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Tiny
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We have no information on this car as it is not sold in US. Scan for codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge.
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Saturday, January 7th, 2017 AT 6:58 AM
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RENEE L
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Hi Sarah,

Thank you for using 2CarPros! Here is a link to a couple of articles from this site that feature written step by step instructions and pictures showing and explaining the process of checking the fuel pressure and scanning for codes. I have also included a link to our YouTube channel where you can watch a video on how scan for codes.

If you decide you would like do these test yourself you can purchase an inexpensive fuel pressure gauge and code scanner online from sites like Amazon.com. .

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

https://youtu.be/YV3TRZwer8k

If you need further assistance please come back to our site, we are always happy to help.

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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Saturday, January 7th, 2017 AT 2:44 PM

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