Heating And Starting Probs

[Tommie1]

I have my MKIII Galaxy Trend (Zetec) with 1.8 TDCI now since about 3 months.

As we had a few cold days, I remarked that the heating is really poor. Despite the fact that there is a PTC heater in the Airco system, it really takes a lot of time before the interior starts to become a bit comfortable. As such I am missing also seat heating.

 

Would anyone know if a software update of the Airco could help out?

 

The engine also stops sometimes right after starting, despite me waiting for the glow lamps to extinguish. The effect is that the engine starts for about 1 second and then stops. I had it on cold days, but also when it was a bit warmer.

If I wait then 10-20 seconds before restarting, it starts without problems. Anyone knows what could be wrong?

 

Thanks for help!

[galaxy07]

I have no problem with the speed at which my 2.0 Zetec heats ups, although its not quite as fast as my wife's 1.25 Fiesta.

As far as the engine stalling I have the same problem on cold damp mornings. Wait for glow plugs, start the car, and if you let it idle while adjusting your seatbelt, mirror etc it will die. Only fix I have found is to go staight for high revs which I don't like on a cold engine.

[belleyetere]

my 1.8 tdci galaxy 1 month old had probles the other night. it took five attempts even after waiting for glowplug light to go out. as soon as i put any revs on the engine died. before i report it i am waiting to see if it does it again.

[stevie m]

1 month old and having problems that's terrible. I wouldn't even wait. It's under warranty take it back to the dealers and get them to sort it ! Edited January 24, 2008 by stevie m

[mumof4]

Yet another common fault maybe?? ;)