fiesta cutting out

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secretspender_2
secretspender_2 Posts: 170 Forumite
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:-( I have an N reg Ford Fiesta and recently its been stuttering and shaking when I slow down or brake, sometimes even cutting out. I've not driven it for a few days as I cant risk an accident however it starts fine.

Any ideas what this is? :confused: I was thinking of calling the breakdown people out so I could get an idea of what it is and get a quote from a garage?
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  • Barneysmom
    Barneysmom Posts: 10,123 Forumite
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    When was it last serviced?
  • TiTheRev
    TiTheRev Posts: 3,215 Forumite
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    Fuel starvation? Vacuum pipe split sucking too much air? Throttle valve stuck open or closed?
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  • Barneysmom
    Barneysmom Posts: 10,123 Forumite
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    My fiesta hated the cold weather, much preferred it when it was quite hot outside, I'd have to up/down the idle speed in different weathers.

    It does sound like fuel problem though I know I've seen this when the air filter is very dirty.
  • secretspender_2
    secretspender_2 Posts: 170 Forumite
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    I bought it last month and believe it was last serviced in August.

    So, um, what do I say to the garages to get a quote without sounding too thick....?
  • TiTheRev
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    Damp distributor? Dodgy leads? Poor service history would certainly contribute, if applicable?
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  • TiTheRev
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    secretspender wrote: »
    I bought it last month and believe it was last serviced in August.

    So, um, what do I say to the garages to get a quote without sounding too thick....?
    Say the idle is sporradic and has cut out when slowing down, it will give them a base to start investigation but is a fairly broad statement so dont expect a 5min diagnosis...
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  • secretspender_2
    secretspender_2 Posts: 170 Forumite
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    ok, will phone some now and see what they say....
  • 2_litre
    2_litre Posts: 108 Forumite
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    :rolleyes:
    your idle speed control valve needs cleaning/replacing
  • jeannieblue
    jeannieblue Posts: 4,761 Forumite
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    2_litre wrote: »
    :rolleyes:
    your idle speed control valve needs cleaning/replacing
    Very bold diagnosis!

    It could be, it might not. Better let someone look at it, drive it etc etc. Recommend avoid main stealers.

    May just need a good service and some plugs. Could be a number of things...

    Petrol or diesel???
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  • TiTheRev
    TiTheRev Posts: 3,215 Forumite
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    jeannieblue wrote: »
    Very bold diagnosis!

    It could be, it might not. Better let someone look at it, drive it etc etc. Recommend avoid main stealers.

    May just need a good service and some plugs. Could be a number of things...

    Petrol or diesel???
    You had to get that in there didnt you :rolleyes:
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