Problem With Ford Galaxy (Ignition) ?

[skyblueheroes]

Any budding car mechanics out there ?

I have a Ford Galaxy (X Reg), with no probs up until now. Anyway, twice now it has failed to start first time. Its been two seperate occasions with about 3 weeks between them.

Basically what happens is that I open the car, get in, put key in and turn. The dash lights show, but nothing happens - not even a ticking over or the engine attempting to start.

What happens then is wierd. I try a few times more and eventually after 8 or 9 turns, it works as though there was never a problem. I seem to recall opening the door, relocking and opening car so not sure if its an immobiliser problem. Would it stop the ignition this way ?

Anyway, I got warranty, so not a problem but just wanted a heads up on what it may be.

[Jon M]

It can often be a sticking alternator, but I wouldn't rule out electrical issues, especially if something is shorting out somewhere.

[Pø†øƒGøLÐ]

Neither a mechanic, nor a budding one... but asked a friend who is... and the response I got was:

"starter motor sticking or immobilizer not going off so inhibits starter motor"

Hope this is of some help - if the car is under warranty then the garage should be able to deal with it relatively easily??

[bopdude]

Originally Posted by Pøâ€Â*øƒGøLÃÂ�

Neither a mechanic, nor a budding one... but asked a friend who is... and the response I got was:

"starter motor sticking or immobilizer not going off so inhibits starter motor"

Hope this is of some help - if the car is under warranty then the garage should be able to deal with it relatively easily??

As above, would only add that it could be the solonoid on the starter, but as you say, the warrenty 'should' cover you, they sometimes have fine print

Originally Posted by skyblueheroes

Any budding car mechanics out there ?

I have a Ford Galaxy (X Reg), with no probs up until now. Anyway, twice now it has failed to start first time. Its been two seperate occasions with about 3 weeks between them.

Yep - had that with a Galaxy too. Just as if you've got a dead battery.

After a few attempts it usually starts, although I think I usually first put the car in gear, let off the handbrake and rock it a few times - to unstick the starter, if that is the problem.

Since it always starts eventually and then the problem will often disappear for months, a sticking starter seems the most likely cause.

[budwieser]

Originally Posted by skyblueheroes

Any budding car mechanics out there ?

I have a Ford Galaxy (X Reg), with no probs up until now. Anyway, twice now it has failed to start first time. Its been two seperate occasions with about 3 weeks between them.

Basically what happens is that I open the car, get in, put key in and turn. The dash lights show, but nothing happens - not even a ticking over or the engine attempting to start.

What happens then is wierd. I try a few times more and eventually after 8 or 9 turns, it works as though there was never a problem. I seem to recall opening the door, relocking and opening car so not sure if its an immobiliser problem. Would it stop the ignition this way ?

Anyway, I got warranty, so not a problem but just wanted a heads up on what it may be.

Is it a Manual or Auto Gearbox?
Do you unlock it on the Remote?

[skyblueheroes]

Originally Posted by budwieser

Is it a Manual or Auto Gearbox?
Do you unlock it on the Remote?

Manual. And yes, with key.

[MILLESTEVE]

Had Same Problem Now Trying To Remove Ignition Switch To Replace Anyone Know How To Do This

[Osem]

Do a search and/or ask your question here:

http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/forum/threads.htm?f=4&

[roadwolf]

Originally Posted by MILLESTEVE

Had Same Problem Now Trying To Remove Ignition Switch To Replace Anyone Know How To Do This

How do you know it's the ignition switch, could just as likely be a faulty starter solenoid.