406 hdi 2ltr 90bhp problems

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damosmgzr
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406 hdi 2ltr 90bhp problems

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hi all really stuk at the min with my 406 hdi, it will only start with easy start and then it ticks over fine and when i drive it and go over 3000 revs it stops dead then i have to get the easy start out again any ideas i have allready replaced the tank pump and filter cheers
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jamjar1383
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Re: 406 hdi 2ltr 90bhp problems

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ohhh i had this same prob on a c5 hdi just last week, anyway i fixed it by changing the glow plugs,fuel filter and there's a ring clamp on the live feed to the glow plugs cleaned it with sandpaper.

did all that and my mate hasnt had any problems since, hope that helps
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"Understeer" is when you hit the fence with the front of the car.
"Oversteer" is when you hit the fence with the rear of the car.
"Horsepower" is how fast you hit the fence.
"Torque" is how far you take the fence with you.
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