Maxwell89 Posted April 29, 2021 Share Posted April 29, 2021 G'Day I have been having trouble over the past few years with my 2009 FORTWO starting. When I turn the key the engine attempts to engage, turning over for a few seconds and then giving up. I repeat the process with the same result. Eventually, the car starts. It can take between three attempts and up to 12. The problem occurs after the car has been sitting, unstarted, for a day or two or longer. My mechanic cannot locate a problem, because of course, it starts on the first go for him, since it has been running as I drove to the shop. Has anyone else experienced this issue. Or have a suggestion on a fix? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wild! Posted April 29, 2021 Share Posted April 29, 2021 did the mechanic look at the starter? The 09s some times do not come with a splash guard for the starter and corrosion sets in on the terminals. Or when you start it does it slow down after a few cranks? Or does it crank fine and when was the last time you changed your plugs? Kms above 100k? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxwell89 Posted April 29, 2021 Author Share Posted April 29, 2021 Thanks Wild! I'll have the starter checked. It does crank fine, so I'll also take your suggestion about changing the plugs. 66Ks on the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smart142 Posted April 30, 2021 Share Posted April 30, 2021 Maybe the fuel pump failing? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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