V6 still won't start - Page 3

Mike Noc · 7th December 2016, 05:49

Have you checked the ignition switch itself is working and the cable from the switch to the EWS is OK. Maybe the EWS isn't getting the start signal?

SD1too · 7th December 2016, 08:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by ElaineH

... but equally not worth spending hundreds on.

Oh yes it is Elaine!

When you get the result of your diagnostics, please will you report back to us before making any hasty decisions? For example, if they tell you that you need a new ECU at enormous cost, thank them for their advice, say that you'll think about it, then ask club trader MarinaBrian if he can help. He can do things which garages cannot.

Simon

ElaineH · 8th December 2016, 16:14

The diagnostics from Apple MG is the EWS unit which is £205 and includes fixing the drivers side leak. Not cheap but reasonable. The alternator has also gone and this is £305 fitted, I know this is an awkward fit. We really appreciate all the help on here and special thanks to Brian who I know could have fixed the EWS for considerably less. If it was not for the alternator we would have chosen Brian but it is easier to get it all fixed under one roof.
Once the car is returned the next step will be to give it a clean and then sell it.
Thanks again to all.

marinabrian · 8th December 2016, 17:48

Quote:

Originally Posted by ElaineH

The diagnostics from Apple MG is the EWS unit which is £205 and includes fixing the drivers side leak. Not cheap but reasonable. The alternator has also gone and this is £305 fitted, I know this is an awkward fit. We really appreciate all the help on here and special thanks to Brian who I know could have fixed the EWS for considerably less. If it was not for the alternator we would have chosen Brian but it is easier to get it all fixed under one roof.
Once the car is returned the next step will be to give it a clean and then sell it.
Thanks again to all.

Only cheaper by a small margin Steve........about £170

Strangely enough a YLE102330E alternator is £172.16+vat retail so about £100 to fit is reasonable.

I rather think you will be hanging on to it a little longer, as you will probably be disappointed in the level of interest in a 11 year old V6 sadly.

Still it does mean Elaine will get to enjoy her car for a bit longer

Brian

8th December 2016, 16:14	#23
ElaineH Newbie 75 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Rochester Posts: 12 Thanks: 4 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Diagnostics The diagnostics from Apple MG is the EWS unit which is £205 and includes fixing the drivers side leak. Not cheap but reasonable. The alternator has also gone and this is £305 fitted, I know this is an awkward fit. We really appreciate all the help on here and special thanks to Brian who I know could have fixed the EWS for considerably less. If it was not for the alternator we would have chosen Brian but it is easier to get it all fixed under one roof. Once the car is returned the next step will be to give it a clean and then sell it. Thanks again to all.

7th December 2016, 05:49	#21
Mike Noc This is my second home Rover 75 CDT Manual Connoisseur SE, Rover 75 CDT Automatic Connoisseur SE & a Freelander Td4. Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Hampshire Posts: 11,549 Thanks: 3,470 Thanked 3,119 Times in 2,247 Posts	Have you checked the ignition switch itself is working and the cable from the switch to the EWS is OK. Maybe the EWS isn't getting the start signal?