VW Lupo starting problem - Engine and Car Noises


	Auto Repair Home	SEARCH POSTS	WHO'S ONLINE	LOG IN

Automotive Repair

Car Troubleshooting Topics
  Car Troubleshooting
  Engine Troubleshooting
  Engine Fault Codes
  Electrical and Wiring
  Transmission Problems

Car Repair Topics
  Car Making Noises
  Car Stereo Repair
  Heating or AC Issues
  Motorcycles and ATVs
  Tricks of the Trade
  Truck Repair Advice

Site Options:
  Login
  Sign up here!

Latest Forum Post

1989 toyota pickup 3.0 crank no start

I have a 1989 toyota pickup 3.0 crank no...

Strut spring orientation and strut mount tension nut

2017 Nissan rogue awd 2.5 L Put in Monro...

Transmission stuck in part, I have tried everything

So I'm working on my elderly fathers 201...

2017 dodge journey LED headlights on/off randomly

Year of vehicle 2017 Make of vehicle dod...

Kia Soul starter replacement issues!

Okay so my car is a 2010 Kia soul 2.0 en...

Please Help - Knock sound & engine fail

Hi all, Hoping to get some insight and ...

multiple warning lights

2013 GMC Terrain 130,000 miles 4 cylinde...

03 alero no low speed blower

Good day everyone, I have a 2003 Olds a...

04 Chevy 2500hd tail light issues

Help!!! I have changed my combo switch...

1999 Grand Caravan Sport not starting.

Hi. I'm new here. I hope someone can hel...

VW Lupo starting problem

Sign up here!

Search for (search options)

Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Engine and Car Noises

vwlupo
New User

Jun 24, 2016, 12:42 AM

Post #1 of 3 (1643 views)

VW Lupo starting problem	Sign In

Hello everyone,

I've got a Volkswagen Lupo FSI from the year 2001. The engine is a 1.4 and it has run 123000 kilometers. The problem is that it sometimes doesn't start at one try. Sometimes it starts by turning the key at first attempt. But if it doesn't start I have to press the gas pedal at the next attempt, or else it will just make the cracking noise. Also when the engine is hot the starting makes a very strange noise. Almost like this but bit higher and louder: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OS8KkkfHFeI

Thanks for your attention

Fixesbigyellowthings
Novice

Sep 11, 2016, 7:45 PM

Post #2 of 3 (1457 views)

Re: VW Lupo starting problem	Sign In

I'm not familiar with this motor, but I'd be checking the fuel system first. The Vw fsi motor is one of the few direct injection gasoline motors around ( fuel stratified Injection). Theyre Built like a high pressure common rail deisel with spark plugs.

You'll need to check your injection pressure at the rail. Lower than rated pressure is either your fuel pressure control valve, or the pump itself going. A leak down test will let you know if your fuel system is holding pressure, but excessive leakage could be at several different spots..I'd be expecting to find something with this test.

They're verry complex motors, and beyond this you really Need a diagnostic computer with the correct program to run tests on them.

You'll have to look up pressure and leak down specs, and find a pressure gauge with the right fittings

Fixesbigyellowthings
Novice

Sep 11, 2016, 7:55 PM

Post #3 of 3 (1456 views)

Re: VW Lupo starting problem	Sign In

One other thing. There is likely enough pressure in the fuel rail to severely injure yourself. (Look up injection Injuries)

know what your doing before you open up any lines.The pressures won't be as nearly high as on a diesel, but will still be enough to inject you with gasoline. Something that feels like a pin prick, but could cost you arm.

Search for (options) Privacy Sitemap