1998 Vauxhall Corsa engine cut out and now will not idle and will only turn over if u pump the accelerator pedal

Car: Vauxhall Corsa
Year: 1998
Variant: 1.2 GLS Manual

Categories: Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss

i was driving down the road last night when the engine cut out, orignally i thought i had stalled but upon cranking it over the only way the engine would start was if i pumped the accelerator pedal, but then every time i got it running, it would just cut out again any ideas? need help quickly

Posted: Aug 27, 2011 (12 years ago)

scott brownbill

Points: 1

I have had the same problem with my 98 corsa 1.2l. can go for 200 miles with no problems then sometimes it feels like i have a lack of power at lower revs and it cuts out between 1st and 2nd gear. if i absolutly floor the accelorater it goes again after a few seconds without switching the key on/off again. sorry i havnt got a solution but if anyone else has would be most greatlful

Posted Sep 1, 2011 (12 years ago)

chriswagner

Points: 2

not sure if this is the solution but a few forums have suggested the crank shaft sensor or cam shaft sensor

http://www.allcorsa.co.uk/forums/showthread.php/crankshaft-sensor-8555.html?s=0075862d98fa91999eaf2c08c12ee83b&

this one was very helpful:
http://www.parkers.co.uk/advice/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=17041

Posted Sep 1, 2011 (12 years ago)

chriswagner

Points: 2

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