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slademan
29th May 2010, 18:25
hi can anyone help i have just got a v reg 1.6 8 valve saxo vtr.the problem i have is that when i start the car mostley its fine but if i go up the road stop and then restart the engine will run for about ten seconda and then the engine sounds like it is running out of fuel and stops.turn the key and rev it it ok until you stop it again . i have changed the crankshaft sensor and cleaned the carb paddle . the first time the engine cut out completely like someone turned the ignition off. the car has been standing for about 2 months any ides.:panic:
vtr__alex
29th May 2010, 18:28
Immobiliser?
slademan
29th May 2010, 18:31
i have no idea
0rang3peel
29th May 2010, 18:32
engine section xxxx
slademan
29th May 2010, 18:34
how can i check
vtr__alex
29th May 2010, 18:38
Have yu got the chip in yur key? Cud be the battery in there
slademan
29th May 2010, 18:46
yes but the buttons are broken
vtr__alex
29th May 2010, 18:49
Try changing the batterys my mate had this happen in his 306! Turned out to be the battery in fob
slademan
29th May 2010, 18:53
will do somone suggested coolant temp senor?
vtr__alex
29th May 2010, 18:59
Could be take it out an see if rusted over. I'm just talking from past experiences
slademan
29th May 2010, 19:04
thanks for your help
Dave89
29th May 2010, 19:34
Try this section mate http://www.saxperience.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=12
You'll get more answers there
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