

| Subject: | 2.1L stops while warming up |
| From: | Dan Barrett |
| Date: | Mon, 10 May 2004 11:10:57 -0400 |
Volks, I've got a brand-new (~3000 mi) 2.1L that runs like a champ once it's warm. Here's the mystery problem that only happens when the bus is started from cold: 1) runs _roughly_ for the first two minutes or so 2) exhaust smells like fuel during that time 3) six out of ten times, the engine abruptly shuts off about thirty seconds after startup. No warning, no drop in rpm, just screech! and it's off. It starts right back up and idles fine after that. Often, once the engine gets revved to over 2,000 rpm the rough idle disappears. Where do I start troubleshooting? Best, d. 1990 GL -- "Mudskipper"
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