andyseston

i went to start my car this morning and fired up as normal but it coughed and cut out after a few seconds and i tried starting it again and did the same thing. then after i put foot on gas it started and drove fine. got to work turned it of and started it again all ok any help please.

stevie1982

iTrader: (16)

having similar issues mate, out of interest do you ahve a APEXI PFC fitted

scoobian

the cars doing an April fool on you

clever arent they?

andyseston

no i dont its all standerd mate just a pain.

would like to know what is causing it sounds like not enough fuel.

andyseston

someone must be able to help

PeeVee

iTrader: (1)

How old is your car?

black subaru 06

i had similiar problem is the fuel pump in tank

Turbotits

iTrader: (2)

did you move it a short distance the last time you started it?

andyseston

it is a 99T

i can hear the fuel pump prime up every time.

not driven it a short dis i do around 20 miles a day in it.

Turbotits

iTrader: (2)

cool just sounds like it was a little flooded which often happens from starting them(and many othe makes) then moving them a short distance. From road to drive or to let another car of the drive etc.

PeeVee

iTrader: (1)

Sounds to me like your coolant temp sensor could have a problem.

Phil

andyseston

thought it may be.

tried the car at lunch and started fine tho.

PeeVee

iTrader: (1)

Yea, that's not uncommon.

When the sensor starts to fail you only notice it when starting from stone cold (I.E In the morning)

Phil

GlesgaKiss

I've had this happen a few times when i've turned it over with the key a few times and then stopped by mistake just before it fired up. Last time that happened it just tried and tried for two mins before it would start again! Sounds like you maybe have the same problem.

andyseston

was it the coolant sensor on yours then.

GlesgaKiss

No sorry mate, didnt read that post...just meant I thought it might have been flooded. Car has only done it twice about 4 months ago, and both times I didnt let the car turn over and start up properly, instead I let go of the key right on the point of the engine firing into life...so IMO it must flood it or something. Should mention i've had no problem since then.

andyseston

did it again but this time could not get it to keep running always cutting out after a few seconds.

any ideas please.

martyrobertsdj

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Mine does that sometimes, but only if it's been outside and un-started for a few days.

Sometimes does a meaty backfire too!! lol

andyseston

can someone tell me is the coolant sensor likely to be at fault and has anyone got a part number.

99 WRX STi my

cheers

stevie1982

iTrader: (16)

my car does this mate, and it started once and a while and now haooens most days but min eis not on start up in t morning it is when i have switched it off after it being run for a while pop into a shop or get some petrol then come back to it it wont start.

been told it maybe starter motor, alternator or ignition barrel!

not got round to changing naything yet as i have got an issue with the APEXI unit thats why iu asked and i am hoping that it maybe conected so before i start on the above i want to get the car running right first, then if it continues i will start changing the above.

hope it helps

PeeVee

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You should have a 3 pin sensor fitted.

Part Number 22630AA161

Phil

PeeVee

iTrader: (1)

When your car fails to start, does the engine spin over or do you get nothing when you turn the key?

Phil

JohnD

iTrader: (5)

Exactly where is this particular sensor located?

JohnD

andyseston

where is it located cos i thought i saw it near elbow pipe of intercooler with one wire of it.

cheers

PeeVee

iTrader: (1)

If you have a 99my it will be fitted into the aluminum water transfer pipe under the inlet manifold just behind the alternator. you will find 2x sensors next to each other. One will have a single wire attached and this works your Engine Temp Gauge, the second will be a 3 wire sensor which tells your engine management system how hot the engine is. This sensor is critical in determining fueling levels when the engine is in a cold or part warm condition.

Phil

PeeVee

iTrader: (1)

How old is your car John?

Phil

andyseston

got myself a sensor so going to fit it tonight just hope that is the cause

bootsy

you sure its not because its silver

andyseston

lol i hope its this but found out choice of two depends on wires i have a two but maybe three.

bootsy

you have pm