Xantia HDI cuts out when accelerating

chrissib · Post by **chrissib** » 06 Feb 2007, 18:23

Xantia cuts out when accelerating. Engine dies with yellow engine shape warning light comes up on the dashboard. Car starts again but warning light stays on. Happened before and garage reset ECU, lasted for about 5 months, now happened again. Anyone know how to reset ECU? Or suggest anything else which may be the cause.
Thanks

f00lzz · Post by **f00lzz** » 06 Feb 2007, 20:06

Why not disconnect the battery for a short time (radio code time!!) this will re-set the ECU. I wonder if the fuel filter is due for replacement!

jeremy · Post by **jeremy** » 06 Feb 2007, 21:29

The low pressure pump gets lazy with age - there are a number of posts on this subject - and may be worth having a look. I suppose the throttle potentiometer (if it has one) could be worn and sparking which upsets the ECU?