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Car simply won't start - Rover 414 (1998) - any ideas please
I have a 1998 Rover 414, which was given to me by a friend a month ago.
I drove it home (250 miles) with no problems whatsoever. Used it for three days, then went to start it - nothing.
I have tried 'jump leads' - charged the battery - even bought a new battery for the key, on advice - still nothing. :mad: :mad:
To clarify:
and, having read the handbook, thought I might need to re-set the vehicle security code. Unfortunately, although I have all of the original documentation, the card (supplied by Rover) on which the security codes should be, is blank.
Any ideas - please.
I drove it home (250 miles) with no problems whatsoever. Used it for three days, then went to start it - nothing.
I have tried 'jump leads' - charged the battery - even bought a new battery for the key, on advice - still nothing. :mad: :mad:
To clarify:
- Car will not even unlock via remote.
- When I turn the ignition key, the only lights that come on are the 'Oil' and 'Battery' lights.
- There is no power to any other component - lights, windows etc.
- The key will turn to the 'ignition' position, but nothing happens - there is not even a 'click' indicating that the starter motor has engaged.

Any ideas - please.

I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.
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If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.
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Possible flat battery in the remote, remove the battery, press all the buttons at least five times, put a new battery in, and press lock/unlock for at least five times.
This worked on my Rover.
EDIT, sorry you already said you have a new battery, take it out and press the buttons ten times.
Then replace the battery and repeatedly press lock/unlock next to the car. This works when the link between the remote and the car drops out.0 -
Possible flat battery in the remote, remove the battery, press all the buttons at least five times, put a new battery in, and press lock/unlock for at least five times.
This worked on my Rover.
Okay - will try - I DID purchase new batteries (twin pack) for the remote.
Will let you know. :beer:I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.
HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7
DFW Nerd # 166 PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBTS0 -
An alternative guide:
Rover 400/200/100/600/800 (2 Button Plip)
Procedure
Unlock the car using the key, then operate the lock button on the handset at least 4 times.
Alternative Method
Procedure
Unlock the car using the key, then press lock & unlock buttons alternately several times
Alternative Method
Procedure
1. Lock car by using key in lock
2. Move out of range and press button on fob for 5 secs.
3. Unlock car door with key but do not open door
4. Standing near the vehicle, press the dotted button 4 times very quickly, the door should lock
5. Then press the unlock button and door should unlock.
Taken from here: http://reviews.ebay.co.uk/Rover-Key-Keyfob-Programming-Reprogramming_W0QQugidZ100000000072773760 -
with the key in the ignition and ignition on, does the immobiliser light flash or stay constantly on? (centre of dash?)0
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with the key in the ignition and ignition on, does the immobiliser light flash or stay constantly on? (centre of dash?)
It flashes (but will double check now).
I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.
HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7
DFW Nerd # 166 PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBTS0 -
It flashes (but will double check now
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Sorry - wrong info. Have just checked and should read as follows:- Light is flashing with door closed
- Light continuously on with door open
- Light goes OFF when I put the key into ignition
I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.
HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7
DFW Nerd # 166 PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBTS0 -
An alternative guide:
Rover 400/200/100/600/800 (2 Button Plip)
Procedure
Unlock the car using the key, then operate the lock button on the handset at least 4 times.
Alternative Method
Procedure
Unlock the car using the key, then press lock & unlock buttons alternately several times
Alternative Method
Procedure
1. Lock car by using key in lock
2. Move out of range and press button on fob for 5 secs.
3. Unlock car door with key but do not open door
4. Standing near the vehicle, press the dotted button 4 times very quickly, the door should lock
5. Then press the unlock button and door should unlock.
Taken from here: http://reviews.ebay.co.uk/Rover-Key-Keyfob-Programming-Reprogramming_W0QQugidZ10000000007277376
Have tried all of the above, but still no luck - thanks anyway.I am NOT, nor do I profess to be, a Qualified Debt Adviser. I have made MANY mistakes and have OFTEN been the unwitting victim of the the shamefull tactics of the Financial Industry.
If any of my experiences, or the knowledge that I have gained from those experiences, can help anyone who finds themselves in similar circumstances, then my experiences have not been in vain.
HMRC Bankruptcy Statistic - 26th October 2006 - 23rd April 2007 BCSC Member No. 7
DFW Nerd # 166 PROUD TO BE DEALING WITH MY DEBTS0 -
If headlights/sidelights (ie things that don't run through the ignition switch) etc won't come on, it's either a dead battery, or faulty earth connection/wiring/fusebox.
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fuses anyone?
check all fuses in cabin and under bonnet, usually behind glove box or under steering column. fuses under bonnet will be in a black box possibly bolted on to the bulkhead.
if all test ok then it could be the battery or maybe even a wire has come off the starter motor....work permit granted!0 -
had the same problem with my old car except it wasn't a rover. put the key in the ignition and turn till the lights etc come on. then hold button on key for 5 seconds then take key fully out re insert and try to start engine. hope it works
Good luckslowly going nuts at the world:T0
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