starting problems

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dragon_green
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starting problems

Post by dragon_green »

Hi all

Was wondering if anyone has any ideas on the following:

I went to start the car this morning. the engine started firing and then cut out immediately. After a couple of tries i put my foot down once it had started. the engine spluttered for a few seconds before i held it at 2,000rpm for a few seconds. after this it idled o.k and drove okay.

the only thing i can think of is that it was slightly colder this morning (and it did happen before the summer too) Update: The same happened this afternoon

is there anything that 'goes' quite often on polos in the starting system?

thanks!
danlobo
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Starting problem.

Post by danlobo »

Mine has just done the same but is more terminal it will not run idle at all with out foot on the gas!

I have taken it to VW and they say I need a new Throttle body!!! £420.01 Fitted!!!!

Anyone else got this problem on 2000 polo's?
tntuk
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engine idle

Post by tntuk »

Hi all,

I have just got my polo gti and this morning have experiened the same issue you mentioned. If this is not too problematic, then does it mean that I just need to put the foot down on cold mornings? Not in a situation right now to spend that kinda money for a new throttle body. Will my ride be OK still?
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