1997 Vauxhall Tigra no power

1997 VAUXHALL TIGRA
85,727 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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OLD-CROC
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Hi,
I have a 1997 Vauxhall Tigra with a 1.4 ecotec engine & automatic gearbox.
It struggles to start & when it starts it struggles on low revs but revs freely over 3,000 rpm.When put into gear it struggles & wont move.The exhaust manifold glows red hot when it gets to normal running temperature.
Could you please help
Thanks
Nov 24, 2009 at 4:07 PM
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DAVE H
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check for a plugged/blocked catalytic convertor !
Nov 24, 2009 at 6:07 PM
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OLD-CROC
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Thanks for that Dave.I'll get it checked out & get back to you.
regards
Wil ( old-croc )
Nov 25, 2009 at 8:22 AM
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OLD-CROC
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I got a new cat from kwik-fit today & its made no difference.I have also replaced the lambada sensor & air mass flow meter.
I think its getting close to being left at the scrappies as its costng more than the value of the car.
Cheers
Nov 26, 2009 at 9:12 AM