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my skoda octavia 1.9tdi starts ok when cold but poor starting..enging

 
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my skoda octavia 1.9tdi starts ok when cold but poor starting when enging is hot

 

Country: United Kingdom
Make: skoda
Model: Octavia
Year: 2001
Engine: 1.9 tdi

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it went to skoda for service they cannot find the fault

Submitted: 336 days and 20 hours ago.
Category: UK Car
Value: £22
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Expert:  350matt replied 336 days and 19 hours ago.

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Its worth checking that the electric pump that feeds the main fuel pump is working correctly, it should run for a few seconds then switch off when you first turn the ignition on. If the connections to this are corroded or damaged then the pump could stop at any time. Check that its relay switches in and out and the relay contacts are clean and bright – replace the relay if in any doubt and do the same for the fuse, ideally measure the voltage at the pump and check its getting 12V
Also if its not injecting at all then check the connections to the crankshaft sensor, unplug it and check for corroded contacts and broken wiring, and consider fitting a new sensor - do the same for the cam position sensor
If the EGR valve is stuck open then this too can effect starting so try disconnecting it to see if this helps or changes anything

the reason I say to check the electrical aspects is that this could be a wiring issue as things tend to expand when hot and its possible a poor or partial electrical connection is being pushed apart

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