The 1971 Citroen D Special has 10 ignition parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 7 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 1971 Citroen D Special, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules. All 10 listed parts are Spark Plug (5 parts), Ignition Coil (4 parts) and Ignition Conversion Kit (1 part).
The 1971 Citroen D Special came with a single engine, the 2.0L L4, and every part is verified against it.
7 brands supply ignition parts for the 1971 Citroen D Special, led by STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS (2 parts), WELLS (2 parts) and NGK (2 parts), plus 4 more brands. Quality grades include Copper / Nickel, Economy and Standard Replacement.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 1971 Citroen D Special. 1 part has it: ACDELCO R44F (Spark Plug). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
Ignition Coil
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FVP | UC15F | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with 12 Volt Systemwithout External Resistor | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC15T | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | T-Series | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS | UC15 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with 12 Volt Systemwithout External Resistor | View on Amazon |
| WELLS | 5C1019 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Used on most import products with 12 Volt system with Internal resistorUniversal 12 Volt Coil | View on Amazon |
This table covers the coils that fire each spark plug. Typical signs include a misfire that follows one cylinder, a snap in damp weather, or a coil that is swollen or cracked. Swap a suspect coil with a neighbor to confirm, then replace boots that tore on the way off.
4 Ignition Coil parts for the 1971 Citroen D Special come from 3 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, FVP and WELLS.
The Economy section lists 2 options from FVP and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS — the catalog's value-priced group. FVP UC15F is listed in this group.
In the Standard Replacement grade, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS supply 2 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15.
Listed part numbers: FVP UC15F, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15T and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS UC15, plus the other parts above.
Ignition Conversion Kit
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WELLS | 1A4144 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | with Ducellier Distributor # 415512 Volt | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Ignition Conversion kits.
One part is listed for the 1971 Citroen D Special — WELLS 1A4144.
Spark Plug
Summary: Notes include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.028", 0.030" and 0.032". Replacement brands in this table include NGK, ACDELCO and BOSCH.
Copper / Nickel
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACDELCO Popular | R44F | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | ProfessionalConventional | View on Amazon |
| BOSCH | 7903 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | SpecialGap 0.025 in | View on Amazon |
| CHAMPION | 806 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Copper PlusPre-Set Gap: 0.03" | View on Amazon |
| NGK | 7022 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | StandardPre-Set Gap: 0.028" | View on Amazon |
Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NGK | 4085 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Iridium IXPre-Set Gap: 0.032" | View on Amazon |
This table covers the spark plugs for this engine. Typical signs include misfire under load, rough idle, or a flashing check-engine light. Verify the gap even on pre-gapped plugs, and replace coil boots that come off a high-mileage engine.
5 Spark Plug parts are listed for the 1971 Citroen D Special, from NGK, ACDELCO, BOSCH and 1 other brand. ACDELCO R44F carries the "Popular" badge.
In the Copper / Nickel grade, ACDELCO, BOSCH, CHAMPION and 1 other brand supply 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "Copper / Nickel" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is ACDELCO R44F.
The Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel) section lists 1 option from NGK — grouped under the catalog's "Iridium (lasts up to 4x longer than Copper / Nickel)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. NGK 4085 is listed in this group.
This group includes ACDELCO R44F, BOSCH 7903 and CHAMPION 806 and the remaining parts above.
Buying Ignition Parts for a 1971 Citroen D Special
On this vehicle, the ignition system delivers spark at the right moment — plugs, coils, wires, distributors and ignition modules.
- Confirm you have the 2.0L L4 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Spark Plug and Ignition Coil .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many ignition parts fit the 1971 Citroen D Special?
Our catalog currently lists 10 ignition parts for the 1971 Citroen D Special across 3 subcategories and 7 brands, covering the 2.0L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of ignition problems on a 1971 Citroen D Special?
Common symptoms include misfires under load, rough idle, flashing check-engine light, or poor starting in damp weather. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What spark-plug gap is listed for the 1971 Citroen D Special?
Notes on this page include pre-set gaps of 0.025", 0.028", 0.030" and 0.032". Still verify against spec — even “pre-gapped” plugs should be checked before they go in.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace plugs and wires (or coil boots) as a set — one weak cylinder makes the whole set feel bad.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 1971 Citroen D Special was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 1971 Citroen D Special?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.0L L4 engine. Then gap matters even on “pre-gapped” plugs — verify against spec, and replace coil boots when they come off a high-mileage engine. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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