Problem on start up-please help!

Have a strange problem of my gti not starting. It has plenty of power from a new battery but refuses to start untill the 3rd attempt every time

Then it starts hunting like its gonna cut out. When the hunting starts the CHECK ENGINE light comes on. Then after about a min or 2 it stops hunting, the light goes out and all is fine.

I drive about 50 miles a day since it started a week ago with no pobs at all Drives fine.

Heres exactly what hapens every morning, i dont press the gas peddle at all in the vid, the engine does it all.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sDdfibUh37A

Thanks for any help fellas.

Can

what code is the engine code saying ? tps sensor maybe


steve

How do i get an engine code?
I dont have any special diognostic equipment!

there should be a button under the dash, that turns on ecu diagnostics mode, then the check engine light starts blinking, 1 long two shorts means everything is ok, if didn't mix it up, if you get a different code, let us know anyone with a manual will check it

hi mate theres no button theres a fuse hole were you put in a regular blade fuse then turn the ignition on .1 followed by 2 flashes means number 12 =A ok. if anything else let us know i have the codes in book im sure there online somewhere aswell

well there's a switch on mine, probably an upgrade

Gedis wrote:well there's a switch on mine, probably an upgrade

does the switch just push a piece of metal between the slots? to replicate a fuse by any chance.....

wow what a amazing upgrade lol

you can disconnect the switch if you want, it's just an easier and faster way to do it imo

gedis's is an import is it not?

hobo wrote:gedis's is an import is it not?

should still all be the same surely, werent they all made in the same factory?

yes it is, mines a lhd

Thanks fellas. Had absolutly no idea about the fuse hole/button thing!

Will look for it Wednesday when i've got a little time before work. Where abouts under dash is it? Near reagular fuse box under steering wheel?

Will a standard 5amp fuse be ok? Is it a case of put fuse in, then try to start engine whilst looking for the CHECK ENGINE light or do i only need to turn the key to position 1 or 2?

Thanks alot guys

yh its the fusebox under the dash (1 seperate slot on its own at the bottom), any blade fuse will do.
put it in with ignition off then put fuse in and turn ignition on, it should start flashing. simple

its all in the manual pg 189
http://www.uk-ssgti.com/t586-downloadable-suzuki-manual

Hi,

For Gti engine to do that, there could be few things.
1. cold start waxo stats has crap in it. So until engine is warmed up, it will go up and down.
2. I think fuel is not getting there very well. When was last time you changed fuel filter?

Do you fill up your tank full or £10 here and £15 there?
In winter, there will be condensation with in a petrol tank. It will cause many issue. It can be bad starting, miss fire... you name it.

Have you changed your air filter also?
By carrying out service, it can make your car perform better. check your spark plug gaps, too.

Well, those are basics I will carry out if your car hasn't had a service.

Good luck!
cheers
Atchi