Diesel not switching off

Fidgad · Apr 8th, 2007, 11:00

Well I've done all the searching I can and have read many postings of diesels running poorly, not starting etc. My current problem is different. Mine won't stop!
When I switch off at the ignition the wngine keeps running although all other indications are normal, i.e. radio switches off and interior light come on. I have to stop it by deliberately stalling it in 2nd or 3rd gear, something which os not going to do it any good in the long run. I suspect a de***t solenoid somewhere in the system but, as there is no mention of the diesel enging in the Haynes book, can anyone advise? Or will I have to go out and buy a Renault book?

KBB · Apr 8th, 2007, 11:05

Hi mate,
Definatly the stop solonoid sticking open. Look on top of the pump, you are looking for a single wire conecting to a cylindrical solonid. The solinoid has hexagonal sides, remove it and check the spring and rubber sealing washer. Hope this helps?

Viper_7 · Apr 8th, 2007, 11:42

My old Renault did the same thing - not a 19 by any chance is it?

Funny when you turn her off and take the key out then engine keeps on running!
I don't know what the cause was as I took it to the local mechanic - can't have been much as he only charged me a tenner.

vipes

Fidgad · Apr 8th, 2007, 12:45

Hi KBB I do believe it is a Renault 19 engine. And thanks to Viper, I'ff out to the car wiv a big 'ammer - well a spanner anyway.

Viper_7 · Apr 8th, 2007, 14:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fidgad

Hi KBB I do believe it is a Renault 19 engine. And thanks to Viper, I'ff out to the car wiv a big 'ammer - well a spanner anyway.

Think you've been out in the sun too long! You got that arse about face!

The Renault 19 turbo Diesel was and still is a cracking engine - so good it doesn't like to stop!

Fidgad · Apr 8th, 2007, 16:00

Did I give the wrong impression? I love my diesel 440. OK, it doesn't have the character of the 340 but is superbly comfortable, goes round corners like it's on rails (Si) and is frugal with the juice! I was just gonna tap the solenoid gently with the wooden stave to see if it could be loosened up a bit.
I've had look, done that and decided to leave it to the professionals for the sake of a few bob and fear of knackering a brilliant engine. 109K and no smoke. I would recommend one.

Fidgad · Apr 12th, 2007, 08:38

Just a quick update. On Tuesday I called into our local Fuel Injection Specialists and as it was a stock item it was changed on the spot for fourty notes. The old one was irreparable as the rubber end had ruptured. 10 minute job and a good result.

shimon340 · Apr 12th, 2007, 13:53

very useful info!

thank you!

Andyiow · Mar 4th, 2011, 08:03

Forgive me for bringing up an old thread but just had this happen to me so will be checking lunch time when its slightly warmer

Andyiow · Mar 7th, 2011, 09:29

Right, I have located the solenoid that I think is giving me the issue and its location on the Lucas pump system.

Now I just need to find a diesel specialist in the Portsmouth/Havant area and all will be well again.

Apr 8th, 2007, 11:00	#1
Fidgad Junior Member Last Online: Jun 17th, 2007 09:42 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Wrexham	Diesel not switching off Well I've done all the searching I can and have read many postings of diesels running poorly, not starting etc. My current problem is different. Mine won't stop! When I switch off at the ignition the wngine keeps running although all other indications are normal, i.e. radio switches off and interior light come on. I have to stop it by deliberately stalling it in 2nd or 3rd gear, something which os not going to do it any good in the long run. I suspect a de***t solenoid somewhere in the system but, as there is no mention of the diesel enging in the Haynes book, can anyone advise? Or will I have to go out and buy a Renault book? __________________ Black 340 Redline - missed

Apr 8th, 2007, 11:42	#3
Viper_7 Premier Member Last Online: Aug 30th, 2013 17:33 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: York	My old Renault did the same thing - not a 19 by any chance is it? Funny when you turn her off and take the key out then engine keeps on running! I don't know what the cause was as I took it to the local mechanic - can't have been much as he only charged me a tenner. vipes __________________ S60 D5 SE 2004 Titanium Grey Winter Pack Mods: Volvo Tax disc holder - increases power output by 5% Child Seat Rear and side Volvo fitted blinds. Tree Sap from May - July. Removed at least 46 cup holders for weight reduction.

Apr 8th, 2007, 12:45	#4
Fidgad Junior Member Last Online: Jun 17th, 2007 09:42 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Wrexham	Cheers guys Hi KBB I do believe it is a Renault 19 engine. And thanks to Viper, I'ff out to the car wiv a big 'ammer - well a spanner anyway. __________________ Black 340 Redline - missed

Apr 8th, 2007, 16:00	#6
Fidgad Junior Member Last Online: Jun 17th, 2007 09:42 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Wrexham	Oops Did I give the wrong impression? I love my diesel 440. OK, it doesn't have the character of the 340 but is superbly comfortable, goes round corners like it's on rails (Si) and is frugal with the juice! I was just gonna tap the solenoid gently with the wooden stave to see if it could be loosened up a bit. I've had look, done that and decided to leave it to the professionals for the sake of a few bob and fear of knackering a brilliant engine. 109K and no smoke. I would recommend one. __________________ Black 340 Redline - missed

Apr 12th, 2007, 08:38	#7
Fidgad Junior Member Last Online: Jun 17th, 2007 09:42 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Wrexham	Just a quick update. On Tuesday I called into our local Fuel Injection Specialists and as it was a stock item it was changed on the spot for fourty notes. The old one was irreparable as the rubber end had ruptured. 10 minute job and a good result. __________________ Black 340 Redline - missed

Apr 8th, 2007, 11:05	#2
KBB Master Tech Last Online: May 18th, 2020 10:57 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: On Contract Dubai Automotve Technical Academy	Hi mate, Definatly the stop solonoid sticking open. Look on top of the pump, you are looking for a single wire conecting to a cylindrical solonid. The solinoid has hexagonal sides, remove it and check the spring and rubber sealing washer. Hope this helps?

Apr 12th, 2007, 13:53	#8
shimon340 Senior Member Last Online: Mar 2nd, 2023 14:47 Join Date: May 2006 Location: Manchester	very useful info! thank you!

Mar 4th, 2011, 08:03	#9
Andyiow Junior Member Last Online: Mar 27th, 2017 08:10 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ryde	Forgive me for bringing up an old thread but just had this happen to me so will be checking lunch time when its slightly warmer

Mar 7th, 2011, 09:29	#10
Andyiow Junior Member Last Online: Mar 27th, 2017 08:10 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Ryde	Right, I have located the solenoid that I think is giving me the issue and its location on the Lucas pump system. Now I just need to find a diesel specialist in the Portsmouth/Havant area and all will be well again.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)