Skoda Fabia (2000 - 2007) - 00 1.4 Very rough running & no power on cold start

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Mon 28 Dec 2009 17:44
00 1.4 Very rough running & no power on cold start - cjs163
Hi everyone,

My Fabia has a big problem after starting from cold, particularly when it's damp. The engine runs extremely roughly and the whole car vibrates, with a strong smell of petrol. Give it even a bit of gas and the engine struggles to keep going. Try to drive anywhere and there's a lot of fumes and no power to get going properly. (Once the engine warms up, there's no problem at all and the car runs beautifully). I had the coolant temp sensor replaced a year ago which seemed to improve things slightly, but now the problem is back with a vengeance.

Any ideas or suggestions would be much appreciated!

Cheers

Chris

Edited by Dynamic Dave on 29/12/2009 at 01:20

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