Galaxy 2.3 Auto Will Not Start

[roger49]

I have read several topics which mention relay 30, but am not sure if my Galaxy has the same problem.

 

Its a 2.3 petrol automatic, the problem started a couple of days ago, instead of starting first time, it took 2 tries. Once started it seem to run ok.

 

Drove the car today, started first time, but cut out while driving and now wont start at all

 

The starter turns over fine but the car will not start, turn the ignition of and there are 2 or 3 beeps.

 

AA been and had a look, its sparking ok and the fuel pump is working ang getting fuel to the filter, but after

trying to start the plugs are dry as if not getting any fuel.

 

AA suggested a possible relay problem or wiring fault !

[roger49]

Got the AA out again, got a vehicle electricain this time who identified relay 30 at the back of the fuse box as the culprit (grey relay with number 30 on top) There was nothing wrong with the relay, just a poor connection into the fuse box. Bent the connectors on the relay out slightly made it a nice tight fit again, problem solved at no cost.

 

Thought I would post my own answer might help others out.

 

Its a tricky relay to get to but good instructions are on

 

http://www.fordgalaxy.org.uk/ford/index.php?showtopic=8810

[steve0200]

hi m8 thanks for that, ive been having a problem with my car,it used to start 1st time now it starts second time,but its been having trouble starting,about 10 times in the last couple of weeks i hav,nt been able to get it to start, and had to put jump leads on it and keep trying it till it starts,then its fine for a few days then does it again,like yours it turns over but wont start,theres a clicking noise comeing from the fuse box area while its turning over,then when i turn the ignition off i get the beeping noise from the dash?thanks steve

[steve0200]

what year is your car? Edited November 24, 2010 by steve0200

[roger49]

Its a 1999.

 

If you open up the fusebox, but keep all the wiring connected, you will probably be able to feel which relay is clicking when you try and start the car.