victoriahimmel1
Strada Engine Won't Start
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A 2006 Fiat Strada diesel with low mileage is experiencing starting issues, suspected to be due to an engine control malfunction. Initial checks suggest that faulty battery cable connections might be the cause, as they can prevent the ECU from receiving power. Despite cleaning and tightening the terminals, the problem persists, and the check engine light remains on. The suggested solution is to have the fault codes read at a workshop, which ultimately reveals a bad connection as the root cause.
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victoriahimmel1 (community.author)
Thanks for the quick reply! I've given the terminals a clean and tightened them up as best I can, but still no luck. Yes, the check engine light is on. Any ideas?
danielschaefer1
Ok, with the check engine light on even after cleaning the terminals, it's pointing more towards an ECU issue or related sensor problem. It could be an ECU failure, engine stalling, or engine software issue. Best bet is to get it to a workshop to have the fault codes read to pinpoint the exact problem.
victoriahimmel1 (community.author)
Thanks a lot for the advice! Took it to the shop and you were spot on - turned out to be a bad connection! Cost me 155€ to sort out. Appreciate the help!
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danielschaefer1
Hey there! It's definitely possible that dodgy battery cable connections could cause starting issues in your Strada. A bad connection can prevent the ECU from getting the power it needs. Have you tried cleaning the terminals and making sure they're tight? Also, do you have a check engine light?