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Title: Vivaro Problems
Post by: david68 on March 11, 2008, 08:07:04 pm

Hi
I have a problem with my vivaro van.
The engine cuts out when i come to slow down at junctions.
When it as got warm, it happens less. But first thing in the mornings it seems to happen all the time.

Anybody else came across this problem...

Dave

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: steve m on March 11, 2008, 08:50:25 pm

how old is the van

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: Ryan Phillips on March 11, 2008, 09:06:58 pm

had a similar problem with mine took it to vauxhall who ran a diagnostics check it was a dodgy airflow meter but got it done under warranty

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: NWH on March 11, 2008, 09:54:55 pm

Could be the air flow mass meter.

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: L.J.Thorpe on March 11, 2008, 10:02:12 pm

i thought airflow mass meter problems showed up more under acceleration ??? or perhaps it works either way ,if it is amm it should be relatively cheap and quick fix tho

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: Sir Squeaky on March 11, 2008, 10:21:13 pm

Sounds more like the idle sensor if it's when you come to a halt.

Is it under warranty?
I'm sure it'll be covered.

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: see clear lee on March 11, 2008, 10:31:45 pm

mass flow sometimes doesnt show up on diagnostics i had this once but it sounds similar however you say it happens when slowing down is it when the clutch is dipped? as this also is a sign of the idle control valve , is there not a vivaro forum to check,  maybe worth a google.

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: david68 on March 12, 2008, 07:36:12 am

No warranty
2002 Model
But will try air flow......Thanks

I did do a search on this problem and its seems common and they still cant find the answer.

The reports show that the van reliability is only 1.2 out of 10.

They say the tansit T280 is good for reliability and the VW t30

Dave

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: david68 on March 12, 2008, 07:38:38 am

It does happen when you slow down and yes when clutch is dipped

Dave

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: Temple cleaning services on March 12, 2008, 08:53:37 am

I nearly brought a 04 vivaro,but i researched them 4 a while and spoke to 2 people who had them and all said stay well away,big time gearbox issues! Have a look on google,the best vans in my eyes r the tranny van,vw, and hiace which i hav. regards mike.

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: Sir Squeaky on March 12, 2008, 03:02:44 pm

Quote from: Temple cleaning services on March 12, 2008, 08:53:37 am

I nearly brought a 04 vivaro,but i researched them 4 a while and spoke to 2 people who had them and all said stay well away,big time gearbox issues! Have a look on google,the best vans in my eyes r the tranny van,vw, and hiace which i hav. regards mike.

Gearbox problems are pre- 55 plate.
New ones are fine. ;)
Transits aren't though apparently....

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: david68 on March 12, 2008, 11:01:09 pm

thanks

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: MJH on March 13, 2008, 03:47:54 pm

I have always thought these were excellent vans, but i saw some guys trying to get a 55plate started in asda car park last night, the engine kept cutting out!!! Seams they could be problematic!!

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: vivaro 013 on March 13, 2008, 08:29:51 pm

Quote from: MJH cleaning services on March 13, 2008, 03:47:54 pm

I have always thought these were excellent vans, but i saw some guys trying to get a 55plate started in asda car park last night, the engine kept cutting out!!! Seams they could be problematic!!

david i had the same problem , van had just be serviced ,new diesel filter fitted was allowing air in , garage change filter again no problems after that

Title: Re: Vivaro Problems
Post by: dave0123 on March 13, 2008, 08:32:43 pm

I no a company that use quite alot of these vans around 10  ( not window cleaning) and they get ragged by the lads day in day out across the country!! when i say across the country i mean everywere.  thev had no problems with them. I think there a smart looking van tho