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I'm not mad, talking to myself etc....just wondering if anyone has any ideas if this could be related to a dodgy temperature sensor. I have has major problems a couple of years ago with MAF, Eng coolant temp, lambda sensors...

My 2.0 1996 Galaxy has developed an engine fault. When the engine is up to running temp, normally abouty 10 mins, the engine has developed this annoying fault where it cuts in and out erractically, whilst driving. I have checked plugs, Inlet control valve, Coils, cleaned injectors (which were minging) checked air filter, and generally checked any electrical connections to the engine that i can see. I have also done an engine diagnostic check which showed no faults. I am at the head scratching stage now???????????

Thanks for suggestion. i have removed plugs and cleaned/refitted them, leads are relatively new and show no signs of wear, also checked coil packs..doesn't seem to be any problems with them. Have removed plug leads one at a time, with engine running, car runs as you would expect with only three leads connected. have also cleaned Idle air control valve/air filter/run a diagnostic check for engine management (no faults) and generally checked all plugs and electrical connections. Contemplating cleaning injectors next... ENDED

Thanks for suggestion. i have removed plugs and cleaned/refitted them, leads are relatively new and show no signs of wear, also checked coil packs..doesn't seem to be any problems with them. Have removed plug leads one at a time, with engine running, car runs as you would expect with only three leads connected. have also cleaned Idle air control valve/air filter/run a diagnostic check for engine management (no faults) and generally checked all plugs and electrical connections. Contemplating cleaning injectors next...

whilst returning from a journey today, my galaxy engine starting acting up, cutting in and out, eventually cutting out and leaving me stuck in traffic. had a look under bonnet, no smoke, leaks, dodgy leads (that i could see), but was a faint smell of burning....couldn't find a source for the smell. Tried car again 5 mins later and hey presto..started. Got home (20 miles) with the odd bit of kangarooing thrown in. Went to start car 1 hour later, took about 30 seconds of coughing and spluttering (sounded like it was firing on 3 cylinders) and then ticked over no problem. Anybody got any thoughts??? 1996 2.0I GLX petrol

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Have just moved to Germany and have to get LHD headlights for my 96 Galaxy. Have been offered a set of Headlights from a 01 Galaxy. Does anyone know if these are compatable with the 96 model, as i don't want to order them then find out they wont fit!!!

I have just used a scanner to check my 1996 2.0 GLX Galaxy for fault codes. It has come up with P0102 - MAF or VAF A Circuit low input & P0132 O2 Sensor Circuit High Volts (Bank 1 Sensor). Can anyone help with possible rectification. I am having problems with poor acceleration and think this may have something to do with it. I have tried a new MAF sensor but that made no difference. Is this an electrical fault? :D

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I have had a 2.0 glx 1996 Gal for 7 months now, with various problems since i bought it. The latest of which is that when the engine has warmed up (after 4 or 5 minutes) the acceleration is very poor. It seems to come in 2 second waves with a restrictive feeling after every wave. if pedal not depressed very far it will accelerate smoothly, all be it slowly. There is also a noise coming from the vicinty of the middle of the rear engine bulkhead (poss area of rear of cylinder head) when the accelerator is depressed and the car is in gear (no noise when accelerate in neutral). the noise almost sounds like a diesel engine type noise. Could this be related to the Acceleration problem??? So far i have changed...Plugs, Plug leads, Cat, Fuel filter, Air filter. Coils checked. : I have also checked the MAF by fitting a known working one for diagnosis, didn't make any difference. Air intake sensor was also checked for resistance and voltage against temp, no probs there either. I have felt around the back of the engine, when running, but can't feel any air leaks.. Any suggetstions???