I'm having trouble getting my 2018 Plus 4 with the 2lt Duratec motor started.
When the ignition key is inserted and turned “on” in the ignition barrel, wait until fuel pump pressurises the fuel system, turn key to start position– nothing happens - engine does turn over.
The engine will turn over freely (but not fire up) if I bypass the ignition system with a direct contact from the battery lead to the starter/solenoid. The ignition is in the “on” position during this process.
Items I've checked/tested:
Immobliser relay and fuse are good
Battery (12.9v), starter, solenoid and connections throughout are all good.
Fuel supply is good.
I've removed all the cowlings on the steering column and everything (key proximity barrel cable) etc all seem to be in order.
I notice that the immobliser dash light keeps flashing even when the ignition key is put in the barrel and during the initial starting process. From memory this used to extinguish when the key was initially put in the ignition barrel.
Even if it’s something I can’t fix myself it would be good to be able to give an Auto Electrician a bit if of a heads up as to what to test/look for.
Any ideas would be appreciated.
Cheers Dougal
Nelson NZ
