"That's why most run around with the EML lit as it has no affect on the running of the engine."
I was under the impression that an illuminated EML could indicate a number of possibilities - some may affect the running of the engine, others not. I can say with certainty that the engine on the Astra was hesitating, becoming a little less lively when starting, and becoming more sluggish when accelerating away from roundabouts etc. I read somewhere that, if it were left too long, then damage could occur.
On Friday afternoon, the garage rang to say that the Astra was ready for collection - excellent, they had completed it in time for the weekend trip! The total bill, with vat came to £363.50.
EGR valve, 113.00; 2 x Gaskets, 8.00; Glow Plugs x 4, 43.92; Labour 138.00; all plus vat.
All of those above mentioned faults with performance had been corrected and the engine ran more smoothly, I would say, than at any time in the 4 years whilst I have owned it.
|
