Ford Fiesta keeps cutting out.

My 1996 Ford Fiesta Encore keeps cutting out!

As I approach a junction or set of traffic lights, I slow down, go down into 1st or 2nd gear and then once I've stopped the engine cuts out. I know for definite that I am not stalling the car.

Also, if I change down a gear then go to set off again (for example at a roundabout) the clutch wont lift and the engine cuts out.

Anyone know whats wrong as this could be quite dangerous and potentially cause an accident?

Asked on 18 March 2011 by channers1990

Answered by Honest John

If it has the 1.3 pushrod engine then what happens is a narrow tube between the manifold and the injector that is supposed to carry crankcase fumes clogs up.

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