Ford Mondeo III (2000 - 2007) - 03 TDCi 130 starting problem

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Tue 4 Dec 2007 20:42
03 TDCi 130 starting problem - trickydicky
03 model done 35,000 owned for last 2 years never mis fueled.On sunday i noticed engine race a bit for 4-5 secs on depressing clutch showing 1500 revs.Yesterday parked car in town came back twenty mins later would not start.Tried relocking car unlocking and trying again seemed like going to start then just cranked over, then heater light would start to flash not going to start.Returned to car half hour later with mates car to tow home,starts first time no flashing heater light runs perfect.Couple of runs last night everything fine,Started first turn this morning couple of runs no problems parked at friends for ten mins car wont start any suggestions.Car has run perfect for last 2 years not chipped and no after market alarm.
please help dont know where to start!!!

Edited by Pugugly {P} on 04/12/2007 at 20:52

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Tue 4 Dec 2007 20:51
03 TDCi 130 starting problem - Screwloose
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There should be a fault-code stored in the ECU's memory. Getting that read is the best place to start.

Edited by Pugugly {P} on 04/12/2007 at 20:52

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Tue 4 Dec 2007 21:23
03 TDCi 130 starting problem - cheddar
>>On sunday i noticed engine race a bit for 4-5 secs on depressing clutch showing 1500 revs.>>

Could be clutch pedal positon sensor, this interacts with the throttle so could cause starting probs.

EDIT: Agree 100% with Screwloose, get dealer to read the fault code(s).

Edited by cheddar on 04/12/2007 at 21:24

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Tue 4 Dec 2007 22:30
03 TDCi 130 starting problem - trickydicky
thanks for the replies, will get it booked in to the garage see if any fault codes showing.Hopefully will be able to update you tomorrow with some good news.
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Sat 8 Dec 2007 12:54
03 TDCi 130 starting problem - trickydicky
car has been checked,camshaft position censor showing as faulty one ordered for monday.Hopefully that will sort the gremlins!!
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