Vauxhall Astra cuts out on idle
Variant: 1.6 automatic
Model Year: 2002
Categories:
Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss
my 2002 1.6 astra automatic cuts out on ideling had it computer checked showed nothing wrong [as engine management light is not coming on] the car will only run when engine revs are up and even then it runs ropey which makes it impossible to drive. does anyone have any idea as to what the problem is
Posted: Mar 31, 2008 (16 years ago)
i had the same problem with my astra this is my friends e.mail but i can tell it was my idle speed motor i was told give it a clean but but it didnot work so bought new one you could try cleaning it first it is easy to do but donot damage seal on it it is on the side of carb
cheers willie
cheers willie
Posted Apr 1, 2008 (16 years ago)
Is it 8 valve or 16 valve, then i can help you
Posted Apr 2, 2008 (16 years ago)
hi mr fixit it is a 1.6 8 valve auto hope you have a solution
Posted Apr 2, 2008 (16 years ago)
It will need a new idle control valve, cleaning them on this model does not tend to work as they are usually electrically u/s, also clean out the throttle body.
Posted Apr 7, 2008 (16 years ago)
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