karnelle
02-08-2007, 09:14 AM
My 1995 TD is VERY sluggish when pulling away in low gear. I bought the car 4 years ago and put it straight in for a service and cam belt change. Whilst driving on holiday & trying to go up a very steep hill the car came to a standstill and totally stopped - she would hardley move in 1st even with my foot flat on the floor - the AA were called and he noticed a small pipe had not been fitted properly and was drawing air in and also told me to remove the mat I had i nthe driver's side as it can restrict acceleration - this seemed to do the job (sorry by now u know i'm female & blonde!:Blush2:) - I've just had a service (& rear brakepipes done)and again been trolling around the countryside & the same loss of power has happened - unless i get a good run at an incline she virtually stops - do u have any ideas what could be the problem before i go back & get really embarrassed- I really would appreciate your help - Thanks