Festa

Just wanted to update the problem. Starting issues got worse, vrs started to rev on its own, lots more kangarooing in all weathers/ temperatures. The orange engine light on dashboard permanently on. I just replaced mass air flow unit (£25 delivered), job took about 15 minutes, car started 1st time, idles evenly, no kangarooing, no light on dashboard.

My mk1 has had the same problem recently, if I pull away before the initial start revs have dropped, I can be kangarooing down the street. Works fine if left to warm up for a minute. Plugs, leads and coils changed. Premium petrol used. All made no difference. Not as bad on warmer mornings. Air intake or sensors perhaps? Any help/ advice appreciated. Festa

Hi, i've just hit a similar problem with my vRs. Drivers door only locks with key. If ingress of water is the cause, will the system return to full order when dried out or will it need replacing? Also where is the ingress of water likely to be? Within the door or at door hinge connector? Thanks for the help so far.