Vauxhall Astra H estate (2004 - 2009) - 00 1.6 Head Gasket changed, won't start

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Sat 19 Jul 2008 19:18
00 1.6 Head Gasket changed, won't start - MrsG
Hiya I need help:

My dad just changed the head gasket in my 1.6 Astra Estate.

He knows what he is doing yet now its all changed the car is not sparking and wont start!

I am now hoping it not the immobilisor is this possible?


Thanks
Kate

Edited by Pugugly on 19/07/2008 at 19:49

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Sun 20 Jul 2008 12:54
00 1.6 Head Gasket changed, won't start - topbloke
double check all connections/multiplugs ie crank sensor sounds favourite
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Sun 20 Jul 2008 22:42
00 1.6 Head Gasket changed, won't start - Dynamic Dave
I am now hoping it not the immobilisor is this possible?


If it is, then the car/spanner light will be flashing as soon as you turn the ignition key.
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Sun 20 Jul 2008 23:36
00 1.6 Head Gasket changed, won't start - MrsG
Thanks guys... after double checking there was infact a plug left out... how silly and simply rectified!
Panic for nothing!!!!

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