Renault Scenic excessive cranking to start and then struggles to drive over 2000rpm

Car: Renault Scenic
Variant: 1.6 16valve
Model Year: 2005
Categories: Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss
I have a scenic 1.6 16valve it struggles to start whether its hot or cold once started it struggles to accelorate over 2000rpm you have to build the revs up slowly any ideas much thanks daz.
Posted: Jul 5, 2010 (14 years ago)
Many possible causes i.e ECU Coolant Temp Sensor , EGR valve needing cleaned / replaced .
Posted Jul 5, 2010 (14 years ago)
check the exhaust system and cat are`nt blocked up or restricting the flow of exhaust gases,could be a problem with your idle control valve or throttle housing
Posted Jul 5, 2010 (14 years ago)
thanks for your replys also could you tell me the location of the egr valve thanks again daz.
Posted Jul 5, 2010 (14 years ago)
does anyone know the location of my egr valve much thanks daz.
Posted Jul 5, 2010 (14 years ago)

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