No power in fifth gear

2005 CITROEN C2
10,000 MILES • 1.4L • 4 CYL • TURBO • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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TSEG
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My car when i drive it doesn't have power especially gear 5.
Aug 4, 2019 at 7:07 AM
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Hello,

It sounds like you have a turbo that is going out. To be sure lets remove the intake or exhaust tubes for the turbo and check the end play, it should only be about 3mm max of play.this guide will show you how a turbo works:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-turbo-chargers-work

Please run down this guide and report back.
Aug 5, 2019 at 1:52 PM