Start Up Problem

[pjeast73]

Hi Guys

for the second time in a couple of weeks my car hasn't started properly. Starts on first turn of the key without any issues, but then insted of stabilising at around 900 rpm, it just dies all the way down and stops. On about the 3rd attempt it starts fine. It was wet and miserable this morning, but think it was fine weather the other time it did it.
Could this be a sign of something on way out?
How does everybody start theirs - is it with throttle applied or without? Or doesn't this matter? I know of my dad's BMW which if you start with any revs at all can knack the engine - is this an issue?

Any suggestions, or nothing to worry about?
Cheers
Paul

[iain1067]

why would starting with a little throttle wreck an engine???? never heard of that before.

[SteveH]

I occasionally experience a problem when my car has been standing for a few days. Engine starts no problem, but it then can't achieve idling speed. Doesn't respond to throttle, however, it doesn't stall either. I stop the engine, retry and it's Ok. It feels like there is no fuel pressure, but it's more likley to be the idle stabiliser. Have you cleaned the ISV on your car?

[pjeast73]

Haven't cleaned that part - but will give it a go. Do I clean this with IPA - I'll do a search - its probably been covered before. Thanks

[Fat Audi 80]

I start with no throttle but clutch depressed. It nearly always sits up at 1000 rpm before dropped to 850ish once warm.....

HTH

[Greg_S]

sounds the same as what mine runs at too