New Coil Pack = Low Idle ?

1. DJSiddall Newbie Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 21 Citroen Saxo Desire 1.1

   #1 24th June 2015, 20:23

   Hi Guys,
   
   I broke down two weeks ago and had to call greenflag, the machanic plugged a diagnostic device into the car and it came back with a misfire on 2 cylinders so the mechanic told me my coil pack went i couldnt tow the car home because he would only take me 10 miles.
   A week later i get the coil pack fixed the car is fine runs better but i have one problem that is annoying me ever since the car has been fixed it seems idle lower than before it broke down the car doesnt cut out or stall at all it drives fine.
   Before the car broke it would idle at around 1000 but now its lower i have attached a picture for your viewing to see if its normal or too low, the MOT is due friday FML
   
   any suggestions are welcome
   
   thanks
   
   Si
   
   
2. DJSiddall Newbie Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 21 Citroen Saxo Desire 1.1

   #2 24th June 2015, 20:24

   
3. welshpug Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Jul 2010 South Wales Posts: 3078 ZX 16v, 205 GTI, 309 Goodwood, 405 MI16.

   #3 24th June 2015, 20:29

   looks normal.
4. DJSiddall Newbie Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 21 Citroen Saxo Desire 1.1

   #4 24th June 2015, 20:30

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by welshpug looks normal.

   me just being paranoid then ?
5. MartinObviously Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Dec 2012 Perth Posts: 3665 Peugeot 106 1.1 Turbo Peugeot 106 1.5D Turbo Peuge

   #5 25th June 2015, 17:07

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by DJSiddall me just being paranoid then ?

   Definitely.
   
   Before the idle was probably higher because it had a weak spark on 2 cylinders, so the ECU raised the idle speed to keep the engine running.
6. DJSiddall Newbie Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 21 Citroen Saxo Desire 1.1

   #6 25th June 2015, 19:50

   Thanks Martin that's one thing off my mind now I just hope it passes its mot tomorrow, will keep you updated...
   
   
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7. user_61020 Established Member Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 2009 Saxò VTS 16v

   #7 25th June 2015, 23:34

   Yes that's normal,usually it idles at around 750rpm when at working temperature.
8. MartinObviously Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Dec 2012 Perth Posts: 3665 Peugeot 106 1.1 Turbo Peugeot 106 1.5D Turbo Peuge

   #8 26th June 2015, 20:04

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by VeiRoN Yes that's normal,usually it idles at around 750rpm when at working temperature.

   I think the book figure is 850, but since the scale on the tacho isn't great I'll let you off
9. user_61020 Established Member Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 2009 Saxò VTS 16v

   #9 27th June 2015, 01:24

   Quote:

   Originally Posted by MartinObviously I think the book figure is 850, but since the scale on the tacho isn't great I'll let you off

   I'm pretty sure I read 750 on the manual but I might have gotten that wrong,will re-check tomorrow.
10. user_80185 L-plater Joined: Feb 2015 Newport, Isle Of Wight Posts: 71 Saxo VTR Phase 2

    #10 28th June 2015, 11:03

    thats where mine idles and mines fine... so i wouldnt worry... purrrsss like a kitten lol
11. MartinObviously Saxperience Forum Bum Joined: Dec 2012 Perth Posts: 3665 Peugeot 106 1.1 Turbo Peugeot 106 1.5D Turbo Peuge

    #11 28th June 2015, 18:23

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by VeiRoN I'm pretty sure I read 750 on the manual but I might have gotten that wrong,will re-check tomorrow.

    I do think it varies from models and years lol
12. DJSiddall Newbie Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 21 Citroen Saxo Desire 1.1

    #12 6th July 2015, 16:04

    Hello everyone
    
    My car is now hunting hasnt been right since the coil pack went, i went to liverpool yesterday and when i got back i packed my car and the engine was humming very loud which sounded like sh*t and the rev needle was bouncing sounds similar to an exhast when it blows. it passed its MOT and has a small oil leak towards the top of the engine, possibly head gasket when i asked my garage.
    
    i think im gonna have to start saving for a new car now because this saxo is becoming a pain.
13. user_64763 Established Member Joined: Jun 2013 York Posts: 2134 Citroen Saxo VTR (2001)

    #13 6th July 2015, 16:07

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by DJSiddall Hello everyone My car is now hunting hasnt been right since the coil pack went, i went to liverpool yesterday and when i got back i packed my car and the engine was humming very loud which sounded like sh*t and the rev needle was bouncing sounds similar to an exhast when it blows. it passed its MOT and has a small oil leak towards the top of the engine, possibly head gasket when i asked my garage. i think im gonna have to start saving for a new car now because this saxo is becoming a pain.

    
    I'll buy it off you, £150.
    
    
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14. DJSiddall Newbie Joined: Aug 2014 Posts: 21 Citroen Saxo Desire 1.1

    #14 6th July 2015, 16:15

    Quote:

    Originally Posted by jbrady72 I'll buy it off you, £150. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

    im not selling it right now, i need the car to get to work