Engine

2010 VAUXHALL VECTRA
140,000 MILES • 2.0L • 4 CYL • TURBO • MANUAL
Avatar
STEVE WHITBY
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
And it is a Insigna 2.0ltr sri cdti. Had to drop two gears then slammed on brake pedal. Got a problem starting it. It is turning over but only for a couple of seconds then nothing. If I wait fifteen minutes it just turns over again couple of seconds. Any help please.
May 17, 2018 at 3:32 AM
Advertisement
Repair Safety Notice: This information is for general instructional purposes only. Vehicle repair can be dangerous. Verify all information, follow manufacturer service procedures, use proper tools and safety equipment, and consult a qualified repair shop when needed.
Avatar
STRAILER
  • AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
  • 54,128 POSTS
It sounds like the battery has an internal short circuit. Here is a test you can do to confirm the issue:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

and if bad

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

Please run down these guides and report back.

Cheers, Ken
May 18, 2018 at 11:03 AM
Avatar
STEVE WHITBY
  • MEMBER
  • 2 POSTS
Cheers Ken, it was. Thanks very much. Just wish you were the AA guy.
May 20, 2018 at 10:55 PM
Advertisement
Avatar
STRAILER
  • AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
  • 54,128 POSTS
lol, yep me too. Those guys meet all the good people. :)
May 21, 2018 at 10:01 AM