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Throttle pedal not operating

Hermy · 2010-07-01 13:10:15

I'd be delighted if one of ye can shed any light on this problem for me. Car is an '05 Opel Vivaro 1.9CDTi with 200k. Basically when I start the engine sometimes the throttle pedal doesn't 'engage' for a minute. Before I go to the dealership I just thought I'd get some opinions on the matter. I'm wondering is it just…

01-07-2010 1:10pm

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I'd be delighted if one of ye can shed any light on this problem for me.
Car is an '05 Opel Vivaro 1.9CDTi with 200k.
Basically when I start the engine sometimes the throttle pedal doesn't 'engage' for a minute. Before I go to the dealership I just thought I'd get some opinions on the matter. I'm wondering is it just something I can sort myself - maybe bad fuel - or is it more likely to be an eletrical fault?

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#2 01-07-2010 2:49pm

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i presume its drive by wire, it could be a faulty throttle sensor, ya will more than likely have to put it on dignostics anyway

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#3 01-07-2010 3:10pm

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#4 07-07-2010 8:48pm

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Thanks, I have the same problem with mine. Anyone know any good software for Opel? I have a OBDII reader but can't find good software that will work with my vivaro.

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#5 07-07-2010 10:42pm

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