Hey hey,
So far you guys have been terrific help with the problems I've had, and I really hope you can help me out this time too:
I have a 2007 K12 Spirita 1.2 (80hp) that's developed a persistent issue.
First, it would cut out whilst driving, usually when revs were high (over 4000rpm). If I switched the ignition off and counted to 10 it'd start up again and run fine. Engine codes said cam sensor was to blame, and all signs pointed to needing a new timing belt. But when I took it to a talented and trustworthy mechanic he said the gap on the pulley/spindle was well within tolerances and solved the issue by swapping the sensor and cleaning the throttle bodies.
A few months later and it's cutting out again, and has also become super reluctant to start - it'll catch, then the revs will die and it cuts out. Try starting it again straight away and it'll turn over but won't start. Turn the ignition off and wait 10 seconds and it'll catch and start...then the revs will die and it'll cut out again. The only way of starting is to put the boot in on the accelerator before the revs die and hold the revs at 3000rpm for a few seconds, then it'll tick over.
However, the revs are lumpier than school custard and move erratically between 1000 - 2000rpm.
On my 2nd tank of fuel cleaner/petrol, so don't think it's dirty fuel lines. Thought it might be an air sensor, but now wondering if it might be the throttle position sensor?
All help gratefully received!
Thanks,
Sith
So far you guys have been terrific help with the problems I've had, and I really hope you can help me out this time too:
I have a 2007 K12 Spirita 1.2 (80hp) that's developed a persistent issue.
First, it would cut out whilst driving, usually when revs were high (over 4000rpm). If I switched the ignition off and counted to 10 it'd start up again and run fine. Engine codes said cam sensor was to blame, and all signs pointed to needing a new timing belt. But when I took it to a talented and trustworthy mechanic he said the gap on the pulley/spindle was well within tolerances and solved the issue by swapping the sensor and cleaning the throttle bodies.
A few months later and it's cutting out again, and has also become super reluctant to start - it'll catch, then the revs will die and it cuts out. Try starting it again straight away and it'll turn over but won't start. Turn the ignition off and wait 10 seconds and it'll catch and start...then the revs will die and it'll cut out again. The only way of starting is to put the boot in on the accelerator before the revs die and hold the revs at 3000rpm for a few seconds, then it'll tick over.
However, the revs are lumpier than school custard and move erratically between 1000 - 2000rpm.
On my 2nd tank of fuel cleaner/petrol, so don't think it's dirty fuel lines. Thought it might be an air sensor, but now wondering if it might be the throttle position sensor?
All help gratefully received!
Thanks,
Sith
