Saxo 1.5d, hesitant when pulling off in first.

  1. Newbie Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 2 Saxo 1.5d Ford Focus RS Mk2
    #1
    Alright lads,

    Newbie here and Just after some advice/help!

    Bought my saxo 1.5d back in January 2012 with 72k on the clock, it's now done 104k. Never any problems just the wear and tear items replaced serviced regularly, oil and filter changed every 5k

    Last few days, sometimes when pulling off, such as from junctions or round abouts she will hesitate or judder and then she will accelerate off fine. Obviously this is quite unnerving as it's random when it does it.
    It's as if she's not getting enough fuel, but I've checked the lines and no leaks etc. Only does it in first gear as well, runs smooth as you like through the other gears and once going.

    Does anyone have any idea what this could be??

    Cheers

    Jay
  2. Saxperience Hardcore! Joined: Dec 2007 smurfland. Posts: 17346 Ex saxo owner.
    #2
    When was the fuel filter last changed?
  3. Newbie Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 2 Saxo 1.5d Ford Focus RS Mk2
    #3
    It was changed roughly 10k miles ago. In the Haynes it says every 15k so I didn't really think it could be down to this. For what it costs I'll replace it. Is there anything else you think it could be in the mean time? Does it sound like a fuel problem to yourself?

    Cheers