Why is the cold start not working on my Mitsubishi Colt?
Cold start not working. It has a fuel injection system, not a choke. When I start the engine it will not tick over, I have to keep the revs up u… electrics on dashboard eg clock milage etc keep coming on and then go off sometimes they stay on for quite a while other…
How do you fix idle problem in Mitsubishi?
Start by stuffing a rag down the bypass inlet (small hole just before the throttle blade), to keep the solvent out of the passage. Spray solvent into the throttle body, and let it soak, before removing the deposits with a rag.
What’s the idle rate on a Mitsubishi 3.0L V6?
Tired of seeing that tach vibrating at idle? If you have a Mitsubishi 3.0l V6 with a few miles on it, chances are you have at some point experienced this: In neutral, or with the clutch in, the idle surges up and down by itself, between ~600 and 1500 rpms.
Why is my Mitsubishi Colt making a knocking noise?
You are best having a professional or a Mitsubishi specialist take a look at the gearbox to correctly identify the exact cause of the problem. The front suspension links can fail on this car. If it has failed, a common symptom is to hear a knocking noise from the suspension when driving over speed bumps or rough surfaces.
Why does my Mitsubishi Colt run on diesel?
The reason for this behaviour may be ascribed to a faulty input shaft seal of the diesel pump. If it does not seal properly and allow air to enter, it can let diesel into the sump. You do not want a faulty pump; it can cost you your life if you have a runaway engine from diesel dilution in the engine oil.
Is the Mitsubishi Colt 2.8 TDI engine overheating?
Another issue raised in a 4x4community (2011) forum that was also raised at 2carpros.com and at justanswer.com, is the problem of overheating. Apparently overheating is not unheard of in the Mitsubishi 2.8 tdi engine.
What should the RPM be on a Mitsubishi Colt?
Another owner confirmed this driving style when he found that going over 3000 rpm was a waste and going below 2100 was dangerous for exhaust gas temperature (EGT) on deep throttle. If the road demands more power, it was suggested to change to a lower gear and keep the rpm around 2750.
How to troubleshoot an automotive engine high idle?
The troubleshooting procedure for high and low idle conditions are similar, which are included in the following: Step 1 – If the check engine or service engine light soon has illuminated retrieving the diagnostic trouble codes could lead you in the right direction of what the problem is, or is related too.