fotocall

So far fixing the coolant level seems to be keepig it going - but I could soon find the problem return - and if it does the 'reading coil' thingy will be high on the list. My guess is that the reading coil is part of the key checking set up gear by or on the ignition key area. Many thanks, fotocall

Many thanks to so many good and very qucik ideas to try and things to check. In the case of the VR6 dying at start up lots of times before ticking over properly, I took note of the comment on the coolant level and noticed it below the minimum in the tank. I've now topped it up with best antifeeze from a local car spares shop. The car has been started about 10 times since yeaterday's top up and now starts first time everytime. I need to check out the dash connectors with WD40 and see if the sensors mentioned actually work - which sounds doubtful. If I find more I'll note it here for all. fotocall

This N reg 2.9 Corrado Storm is my everyday pride and joy. Latest problem is the engine dies immediately after starting up. This started in the summer very occassionally and now occurs about 9 in 10 start-ups (battery seems fine) even if car has driven a few miles stopped and then tried to start again. Once going it never cuts out on its own again even at traffic lights. If there is something I can do to test ideas that would be great. I have ordinary tools and a multimeter if they are of any use for what seems something to do with the 'Idle Stabilisation Vlave' suggested by JonRB. Many thanks to all for any leads and tests to confirm the problem. Laurie