Lack of response

2001 Ford Focus TDI
Car: Ford Focus
Year: 2001
Variant: TDI
Categories: Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss
Engine starts well but there is a 15 second (approx) response on throttle pedal to engine revs. Slightly better when warmer - but only!
Problem added: Apr 4, 2008 (16 years ago)
Eeyore

Points: 1
all that i can say to this for you is try using some diesel additive and see how you go from there but failing that could require a service ie oil air and fuel filers and engine oil
Answered Apr 4, 2008 (16 years ago)
thomkas_cars

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sounds to me as though you have a boost pressure problem, check for any visible split or insecure hoses, on diesels this is more apparent by the presence of oil. Or you may have a mass air flow sensor problem.
Answered Apr 6, 2008 (16 years ago)
mrfixit

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