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Freemont starting issue

I'm having a hell of a time with my 2013 Fiat Freemont diesel. It's got about 81000 km on it. Lately, it's been a nightmare to start, drinks fuel like crazy, and feels like half the horses went on vacation. Plus, it idles rough and sometimes just dies at stoplights. Could it be gasoline clogging?

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A 2013 Fiat Freemont diesel with 81,000 km is experiencing starting difficulties, high fuel consumption, reduced power, rough idling, and occasional stalling. The issue is suspected to be related to the injection nozzles, possibly clogged or defective. A diagnostic confirmed a defective injection nozzle, which was replaced, resolving the problem and restoring the vehicle's performance.

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ludwigtaylor35

Sounds rough! I had similar issues with my old Opel Astra, but it was gasoline, not diesel. Those were the days. Have you checked your injection nozzles? My symptoms were almost identical when one of them went bad. Have you noticed any black smoke?

andreas_fuchs1 (community.author)

Injection nozzles, huh? I haven't touched those. How did you figure out it was the nozzles? What did it cost you to fix, if you don't mind me asking?

ludwigtaylor35

Well, the black smoke was a big clue, and the mechanic ran a diagnostic. The error pointed to a defective injector. I tried a cleaner at first, but no luck. Ended up replacing the injector. It was quite expensive. I would go to a workshop and make a diagnostic.

andreas_fuchs1 (community.author)

Thanks a million! Took it to the shop, and you nailed it. Defective injection nozzle. They said it was probably just dirty, but it was too far gone. Cost me 515€ to replace, but it's running like new again. Appreciate the help!

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FREEMONT