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VW Polo - Jumps when engine is cold

  • 23-01-2008 1:33pm
    #1
    Mclovin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 22 ✭


    I just have a quick query and was wondering if anyone could shed some light on the matter.

    I drive a 00 polo 1.4 and every morning for the past week the car does not accelerate properly for about the first 2-5mins that i start driving. It is a very jumpy sort of acceleration with very little power.

    I was wondering if this is just cause the engine is cold / the battery is low or is it a more serious problem and i should have it looked at?

    Replies appreciated!!!!

    thanks


Comments

  • #2
    biko
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 81,220 ✭✭✭✭biko


    Engine and/or oil cold. I have the same issue and usually start the car up and have a smoke. It's warm by the time I finish the cigarette.
    If I try to drive away immediately the car will actually stop after 50 yards.


  • #3
    Mclovin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 22 ✭Mclovin


    Thanks a million for the advice, i thought it was that but was scared it could have been something more serious.


  • #4
    Anan1
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,815 ✭✭✭✭Anan1


    biko wrote: »
    Engine and/or oil cold. I have the same issue and usually start the car up and have a smoke. It's warm by the time I finish the cigarette.
    If I try to drive away immediately the car will actually stop after 50 yards.
    Anyone remember the Hamlet TV ads?


  • #5
    Mclovin
    Closed Accounts Posts: 22 ✭Mclovin


    Nope but i can see what your trying to do there, jokes are never as funny when you have to explain them!

    I'll give you a cyber nod and laugh :)


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