Not starting when hot...

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Mon Dec 04, 2006 11:05 am

I have posted about this topic before, but I have observed more since then.

Car starts perfectly when cold. Sometimes you have to wiggle the key to start it.
Problem is when the engine is hot, or if the car has been standing in the sun: car will not start. Turn the key to ignition position, everything appears normal. Turn key to start car, all lights on dash "dip/fade" as they normally would, but no click from the solenoid, no sound from starter motor :evil: But! starts fine if you run start or short out the right pins (can't remember what numbers they are) on the diagnostic socket. The only thing I can think of that could be causing the problem is either the immobiliser, or the ignition switch is on the blink.
Any thoughts much appreciated... :wink:
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Mon Dec 04, 2006 11:32 pm

First thing I would do is replace the plastic ignition switch clipped onto the back of the key barrel assembly.
Immobiliser could be involved, IF it is wired to the starter circuit.
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