Fabia startup problems
Discussion
Hi,
Having temparamental start up problems with my 2003 Skoda Fabia 1.2 12v
Lights come on but occasionally won't start. Sporadic - so will either startup first time with no issue or won't. No in between struggling!
Had spark plugs changed and temperature sensor replaced to no avail. Also been informed the starter motor and alternator are fine.
Any advice appreciated
Having temparamental start up problems with my 2003 Skoda Fabia 1.2 12v
Lights come on but occasionally won't start. Sporadic - so will either startup first time with no issue or won't. No in between struggling!
Had spark plugs changed and temperature sensor replaced to no avail. Also been informed the starter motor and alternator are fine.
Any advice appreciated
Is it turning over?
If not it could be a faulty ignition switch. Not uncommon on a VAG car of that era.
If yes, does the fuel pump prime when you open the driver's door. Could be a faulty door contril module. Other symptoms are lights on buzzer doesn't work and interior lights don't come on when you open the driver's door.
MAF could also be the culprit.
Up until recently my Dad had a 2004 Polo 1.2 and from new sometimes when you went to start it nothing would happen. If you switched it off and tried again it would always start first time. Owned the car for 10 years and never got to the bottom of it. I suspect it was the ignition switch but as it always started 2nd time, never bothered changing it.
If not it could be a faulty ignition switch. Not uncommon on a VAG car of that era.
If yes, does the fuel pump prime when you open the driver's door. Could be a faulty door contril module. Other symptoms are lights on buzzer doesn't work and interior lights don't come on when you open the driver's door.
MAF could also be the culprit.
Up until recently my Dad had a 2004 Polo 1.2 and from new sometimes when you went to start it nothing would happen. If you switched it off and tried again it would always start first time. Owned the car for 10 years and never got to the bottom of it. I suspect it was the ignition switch but as it always started 2nd time, never bothered changing it.
Edited by cuprabob on Wednesday 9th July 23:19
Edited by cuprabob on Wednesday 9th July 23:21
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