I have just acquired an x type 2.0d classic on an 06 plate with just 63,000 miles on the clock I was driving along doing 60 mph .i went to overtake a car going slower than me so I went from 5th down to 4th to overtake as the engine revs got to 2,500 rpm the preheater warning light came on and it was flashing not steady I pulled over to the side of the road as soon as I dipped the clutch the engine stopped the ECU light didn't come on which puzzled me. I switched off the ignition then switched it back on restarted the engine and have had no problems since it has happened twice over the weekend it,s booked into garage on Tuesday but I was wondering if anyone has heard of this happening before and if so what is the cure. The car is under warranty

 

Hi Dai,

If you were'nt over-revving (for over-taking) on the second occassion, it could be your EGR valve is blocked up, taking it out and cleaning with carb cleaner should do it.

Other than that it could be your fuel injectors leaking, I think.

Good luck and hope you get sorted, feel free to post back with an update?

Regards, Stu

 

Hi Stuart thank you for your answer I will keep you updated on what the garage tell me and how the car fares once repaired

 

Hi Dai,

If possible, its always better to seek out help before you go to the garage?

You can save money as I have, but obviously time is the essence and it could be your fuel pump as well, but if you can include more info, it helps too.

Thanks for the reply, keep us updated and you will notbe dissapointed, thats what this forum is all about, hope you're sorted soon and fingers crossed for you!!

As it stands, you may have had a coolant leak too?
AHA, Dai, you caught me out, I will make sure I read your whole post thoroughly next time, I just realised your babe is "UNDER WARRANTY", THEY SHOULD TREAT YOU RIGHT THEN, HO HO

ATB, Stu

 

Dai,

I must have been dreaming when I posted the latter, it definitely was NOT a coolant leak.

I related to "preheater" NOT "GLOW-PLUG"and thought of overheating! I was wrong, but re injectors leaking or the EGR valve it could well be, GOOD LUCK TODAY!!!
Stu

 

Just letting people know that my x-type has been diagnosed with a fuel pressure issue still waiting for the work 2b carried out but the garage r short staffed at mo big thanx to all members that gave me suggestion as to wot the prob was . At some stage I will post a pic r 2 of my car so pls watch this space. Would also like 2know if pulp on here get together once in a while to have a couple of beers & wot ever

 

Good Luck Dai,

That fuel pressure issue could be quite a few things and I am not sure.

The beer sounds good though, wish I was nearer, enjoy yours and hope you get sorted soon?
Regards, Stu