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Does not start

Renault Kangoo 2005  134000 miles
My car does not start working and the preheating indicator light blinks on the dashboard. I've already changed the spark plugs and the throttle body, but nothing was solved. The computer and the immobilizer were checked, but it is still not starting. What can I do?
mandana67 from United States 8 years ago  
MA
3 reports 
Andybaron from United Kingdom 6 years ago
Glow plug light can blink to indicate a fuel issue also check your fuel pump is working. Check injectors also check your fuel filter if your not good with servicing and you run the car on cheap
Fuel the filter could be blocked. Also check the fuel hoses for leaks or signs of air getting into the fuel
System. Place a piece of clear pipe on the fuel system to check for air and fuel flow. Also check your ignition and starter motors are working and your imobilisor isn’t kicking in. Maybe worth starting with a decent diagnostic scan to point you in the right direction. Could also be fuel pressure regulator. Hope this helps you.
Andybaron from United Kingdom 6 years ago
If no faults are found on the ecu or the device doesn’t communicate with the ecu the it may be your ecu or a compression issue with your engine. A leak down test on the engine would determine a compression issue regards Andy
Xxhihoxx from United Kingdom a year ago
Mine has the same problem as above on starting. The only way I can get it started is to pump the gas when turning the ignition on. Have had loads checked,not the immobiliser, have had plugs done as well. Also cuts out in stopping and staring alot through town. What else could be wrong with it?
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My Kangoo Van won't start

Renault Kangoo 2017 KangooVan 120000 miles
I am having trouble starting my Renault Kangoo Van. I turn the key, all dashboard lights flash on but engine won't start.
Erin from Australia 2 years ago  
ER
31 reports 
Franco from other a month ago
U have a problem with starter motor fuse, relay or the starter itself hoping that the engine is not seized & battery is fully charged
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after long drive van wont start

Renault Kangoo 2007 1.6 petrol kangoo automatic 93000 miles
after i do a long drive the van does not want to start ,sometimes i let it cool down or give it a battery boost then it goes , i replaced the battery in january
bula from other a month ago  
BU

Not starting when hot.

Renault Kangoo 2005  73000 miles
Hi i have a 2005 Renault kangroo diesel. It starts ok when it's cold When it's hot, it cuts out and it won't. Restarts had a new crank sensor. News headlines from the tank. Can u help
Mick from United Kingdom 9 months ago  
MI
6 reports 

Turn key, electricals click, but car won't start

Renault Kangoo 2014 diesel 100000 miles
When I turn the key all the electrical icons blink on the panel and there is clicking. The engine will not turn over. The battery charger indicators that the car battery is low but indicates it is slowly charging. After 24 hours, I disconnect charger and engine will not start.
Janis from other 2 years ago  
JA
23 reports 

Wont start or turn over

Renault Kangoo 2016  50000 miles
Changed the wheel with the replacement, one as it was flat (punctured). Lights come on, on the dash, bur wont turn over, tried a bump start, but didn't work either?

We've always had an issue with that wheel since buying it, either the sensor, the tyre or wheel, but something isn't quite right tyre always seems to deflate and the sensor used to go on all the time indicating tyre needed air, now it doesnt come on whrn it needs air.
Locks from United Kingdom 2 years ago  
LO
5 reports 

Starting failure

Renault Kangoo 2008  100000 miles
I own a Kangoo 2008 and it does not start when warm, and it takes quite a long time to make the engine start when cold. I've already changed spark plugs and iginition coils, but the problem is still there. Might it be the ignition sensor?
stacy from United States 9 years ago  
ST
2 reports 
Amanda10 from United States 9 years ago
I do not think so. If I were you, I would check the distribution condition because they tend to cause the problems you mention when they fail.
jo from United States 9 years ago
Hi, check the Top Dead Center Sensor (TDC), which is at the level of the gearbox in the flywheel zone. This sensor tells the computer that the engine is turning; it is an electromagnet and, as it is at the height of the clutch, it is covered with the dust from the clutch disc, not being able to read the cogs in the flywheel. That is why the vehicle does not start working but, if you push it, it does start immediately. What you need to do is to remove the two screws from the sensor, take it away and clean it properly; then assemble everything back and the problem will be solved.
Roberto1 from United Kingdom 9 months ago
It will more than likely be the crankshaft sensor... iv had same problem with two different cars and changing the tdc or crank sensor cured the problem
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No spark in the spark plugs

Renault Kangoo 1999  100000 miles
Occasionally, the engine does not start and I need to wait for a couple of hours until I am able to drive my vehicle. I've noticed that there is no spark reaching the spark plugs nor its wiring. I have already checked all the wires and they are properly connected. I do not know if it is the coil that is causing the problem or what else might be.
squat from United States 9 years ago  
SQ
6 reports 
Alliy from South Africa 3 years ago
After i change clush kits then car starts
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Starting failure

Renault Kangoo 2008  110000 miles
I insert the key in the ignition and the key detection light turns off. When turning the key, the heating curl appears and the engine turns and turns, but it does not start.
mossie from United States 9 years ago  
MO
1 report 
Lafayette from United States 9 years ago
I had the same problem and it is quite probable that the chip in the key has broken down; check it. I do not recommend you to take it to a Renault agency because they take too long to repair it; search on the Internet for another place that copies keys
mabel from United States 9 years ago
I also had this problem and, if I were you, I would first try with the spare key. If the failure appears as well, it is the anti-theft system. There is no fuel reaching it and you will need to break the iron structure and connect it directly, or else buy a new piece. Good luck.
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Engine cut out

Renault Kangoo 2008 1.461 204000 miles
Driving fine then started going sluggish and pulling. Stop light came on and engine management stop light on. Engine cut out. Pulled over. Turns over but doesn't start.
Santa from United Kingdom 3 months ago  
SA
1 report 

Runs well,,, hard to start

Renault Kangoo 2004 Van 98000 miles
Won't start, but when it does it runs well.
Stephen from United Kingdom a year ago  
ST
1 report 
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