Hi,

Just wondered if someone could post some friendly advise on what to do until I can get a problem fixed. I've had my 06 Fabia (1.2 Sport) serviced 2 months ago, and ever since then I've had problems starting it.

The problem is intermittent so it can go for a few days at a time without seeing it, but basically its getting worse.

The car always starts, but its taking more and more attempts. Example:

Week 1. Starts 1st time 90% of time, then 10% with 2nd turn of the key.

Week 3. Starts 1st time 80% of time, then 20% with 3 or 4 turns of key.

2nd Month. Starts 1st time 50% of time, then with 8 or 9 turns of key. I can turn it off after eventually getting it started and it will restart straight away - first time. I wouldn't have thought it would do that if it was a flat battery, since running for 1 minute won't recharge it that much. All the electrics seem to work fine.

Not sure what's going on, but the problem started within 2 days of it being serviced. Its still under warranty, but I can't get it to a garage for at least 2 weeks due to work. Any advise on obvious things to look for?

I'm driving for long distances of 120 miles at a time, every 3 weeks, then shorter 10 mile trips ever couple of days, so wouldn't have thought it was the battery running flat. Even after a long trip it still won't start properly within an hour of switching off. I've checked the battery is connected ok, but is there anything else I can look for in the meantime? Also, any suggestions on the cause? I'll feel a bit of a wally taking it back to the garage if its something simple.

Thanks a lot!

Hi

Ive got the exact same problem. Any one know whats wrong with it?

Just an idea, but do you allow for the ignition lights to go out before you turn the engine over?

always make sure you let the fuel pump prime before you turn the key. I used to have this problem on my old focus until i slowed down and let all the lights go out, just hold for a few seconds and then fire her up

i got the same problem with my furby but im a delivery driver at night so its a real problem.

thanks for the advice ill try it tommorw.