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The following pages are intended to help in dealing with
common roadside emergencies and breakdowns. You will find
more detailed fault finding information at the back of the
manual, and repair information in the main Chapters.
Roadside repairs
If your car won’t start
and the starter motor
doesn’t turn
M If it’s a model with automatic transmission, make sure the
selector is in ‘P’ or ‘N’.
M Open the bonnet and make sure that the battery terminals
are clean and tight.
M Switch on the headlights and try to start the engine. If the
headlights go very dim when you’re trying to start, the
battery is probably flat. Get out of trouble by jump starting
(see next page) using a friend’s car.
If your car won’t start
even though the starter
motor turns as normal
M Is there fuel in the tank, or is the gauge faulty?
M Is there moisture on electrical components under the
bonnet? Switch off the ignition, then wipe off any obvious
dampness with a dry cloth. Spray a water-repellent
aerosol product (WD-40 or equivalent) on ignition and fuel
system electrical connectors like those shown in the
photos.
Pay special attention to the ignition coil wiring connector
and HT leads. (lights, heater, wipers, etc) is switched off.
Check that the spark plug HT leads are
securely connected by pushing them
home.
A
The fuel injection system wiring plug
may cause problems if not connected
securely.
B
Check the ECU multi-plug for security
(where fitted), with the ignition switched
off.
C
Check the security and condition of the
battery connections.
D
Check that the ignition coil wiring plug
is secure, and spray with water-
dispersant if necessary.
E
Check that electrical connections are secure (with the ignition switched
off) and spray them with a water dispersant spray like WD40 if you
suspect a problem due to damp
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