Engine fades out over 3 seconds.
Posted: Wed Dec 21, 2016 11:34 am
Typical sequence: Hit a pothole and then have to brake sharply for an unexpected red light. As car comes to stop engine fades away and will not restart.
Quick fix: dive under bonnet and open relay box on near side. Remove rearmost module and wave about to cool it down for at least 2 minutes. Refit and car should start.
Long term fix: replace module.
Background: This module is the safety interlock for the high pressure fuel pump located near offside rear wheel. If car is in a collision or engine stops this module cuts off power to fuel pump.
It seems that this becomes oversensitive with time and typically needs replacing every 5 years.
Applies to 2 Ltr. SOC with multipoint petrol fuel injection. Could be generic to all fuel injection cars.
Module usually held in stock at major GM dealers.
Quick fix: dive under bonnet and open relay box on near side. Remove rearmost module and wave about to cool it down for at least 2 minutes. Refit and car should start.
Long term fix: replace module.
Background: This module is the safety interlock for the high pressure fuel pump located near offside rear wheel. If car is in a collision or engine stops this module cuts off power to fuel pump.
It seems that this becomes oversensitive with time and typically needs replacing every 5 years.
Applies to 2 Ltr. SOC with multipoint petrol fuel injection. Could be generic to all fuel injection cars.
Module usually held in stock at major GM dealers.