306 Idle problems

Discussion in 'Peugeot 306' started by Cookacat, Jan 16, 2005.

  1. Cookacat

    Cookacat Guest

    I have a 1997 P Reg 306 2.0 8V XSi. Runs like a dream, as fast as sh1t off a
    shovel. but it has the dreaded idling problems.

    I have now replaced with new parts: the stepper motor, engine temp sensor,
    checked for air leaks, checked the MAP sensor, replaced the oxygen sensor
    (which was giving the ECU a code). Since doing this, especially the oxygen
    sensor it stalls a lot less, but it still stalls when starting from cold.
    About one in four times I have to let it warm up to running temperature,
    turn off the car for 20 secs or so, start it up then it seems to be ok. I
    get no code, and the engine management light does not come on at all.

    I have been informed that I may need a software upgrade. I understand that
    only a Peugeot dealer can do this? I'd rather stick my nuts in a crocodiles
    mouth to be honest. Can anybody else do a download, or is it Peugeot dealer
    only?

    Any help much appreciated.
     
    Cookacat, Jan 16, 2005
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  2. Cookacat

    SimonDS Guest

    pug only for the update. have you checked the coil pack?
     
    SimonDS, Jan 17, 2005
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  3. Cookacat

    Cookacat Guest

    not yet. I have read that the coil pack can fry the ecu. I'll check the coil
    pack soon. cheers.
     
    Cookacat, Jan 17, 2005
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  4. Cookacat

    Phoenix Guest

    The coil pack spiking the ECU problem only occurs with the Sagem ECU /
    Sagem coil pack combination, which I believe was only fitted to 1.1 &
    1.4 Peugeots & Citroens in the late 90's.
     
    Phoenix, Jan 28, 2005
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