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Old 15-04-2005, 07:51 AM
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car very hard to start from cold but when warm starting no problem. anyone know what it could be?
Old 15-04-2005, 01:45 PM
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could it be the charge air temp sensor on the inlet manifold?
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Coolant temperature sensor in cylinder head is most likely.
Old 15-04-2005, 01:57 PM
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stu is that viewable from the outside of engine and if so where bouts is it located?
thanks for the input!
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Large turbo?
Rear of head passenger side, below rearmost coolant pipe by dipstick.
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yes large turbo thanks very much stu. ill give it a try
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can i use small turbo sensor and just re wire as plug isnt the same? it's in stock at local ford and a third of the price
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nope.
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great!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thanks stu again!
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these are only about £15 from any tuner.



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