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Ok, I had another go at this today and managed to get it started. Took the the key out shut the door and got back in the car and it started once again first time. However I locked it, unlocked it and tried to start it again and got nothing? So it seems to work as long as it stays unlocked...

Cheers martyn

Not really mate no, I went out this morning and turned the key and it started? I will probably do the same tommorrw morning and it wont start. Its an intermittent fault but has got worse, I had it running for about half hour earlier and I noticed a strange click/ticking noise coming from the...

Is it possible to get to the starter motor from the top of the engine without removing heatsheild?

No that didn't work either, still have the same problem.

I have got what I need to repair it mate just finding the time to sort it out now, Hopefully will have chance tomorrow afternoon. I will report back and let you know

It's not that tight so there is a bit of cable to play with, it runs into a plastic trunk which is all taped up

Thanks mate, upon closer inspection I have found a frayed cable from the battery earth - Does anyone know what this cable does? Could this be causing starting issues?

Update Think I may have found the problem - As you can see above the cable coming from the earth has frayed, looks as though it has been rubbing on the metal. Does anyone know what this cable does? and how easy it is to repair?

Where abouts does the Battery earth cable go? Following on from this thread - http://www.cliosport.net/forum/showthread.php?665749-Can-anyone-help-please Wondering if I have disturbed it when I replaced the battery.

Changed the battery because it's old and my trip computer keeps re-setting itself, I turn the key get all the lights on the dash. Then they all go off except the "stop" and "battery" light. I then get a click from the engine bay and nothing ........

Yeah thats what I thought mate, Well today I have removed the fuses and relays and cleaned them all with electrical contact cleaner. Still will not start

Did you manage to sort this?

The map sensor is not in the best condition, It broke and i have glued it back together. Could this be causing the problem?

Yes sounds like the same issue

No mate not cranking, fuel pump primes thats about all it does

Hi, Im looking for some advice, help, ideas. I fitted this battery - http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Exide-Premium-Car-Battery-Type-063-4-Year-Guarantee-/290670841595?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item43ad550efb To my 172 cup 2 weeks ago and all was well, I went on a 350 mile round trip...

Did you get this sorted? Im having the same problem

Cheers mate, Sorry I did not see you. Were you driving your trophy? I was on the look out for some clio sports but I didn't see very many

Ok.......... I have re-sealed it all and im quite confident there are no leaks, However still have the same problem

Ok Cheers.

Yeah im thinking there must be a leak somewhere, Would a new inlet gasket be the next step?

That will be Max

Hi guys, Car seems to have developed a self revving problem that is really annoying, Only seems to happen when engine is cold. if i pull up to a junction brake and dip the clutch the revs are up and down all over the place, once driven for a few minutes the problem goes away. I have taken the...

GF53 0YD , Hi are you on here?

was it racing blue? Could be James28.

CS. Sticker, Spotted High Brooms High Street about 8:15pm ish Sounded Superb!

Seems like a mindfield, where abouts did you get your mot?

Supplementary restraints The vehicle will fail the test if any airbag fitted as original equipment is obviously missing or defective. A seatbelt pre-tensioner fitted as original equipment but missing or that has obviously deployed will be a reason for failure. Seatbelt load limiters that...