Qashqai won't start after being driven.

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shaffick
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Qashqai Model: Mk.1 Qashqai - J10 (2006–2013)

Post by shaffick »

Hi there,

I have a qashqai 1.5 diesel. I'm having a problem with starting. I drove for about an hour a month ago and when I attempted to start the car it wouldn't start. I checked the battery and alternator and all seemed to be fine. I drove today and stopped at the motorway services and again the car wouldn't start. It seems that when the car has been running for a while and then stopped it will not restart. Any ideas please?.

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gloucester
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Qashqai Model: Mk.2 Qashqai - J11 (2013–2017)

Post by gloucester »

Welcome to this forum

I don't know I'm afraid - let's see what others more knowledgeable can suggest.
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Clarky94
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Qashqai Model: Mk.3 Qashqai - J12 (2021+) New Model

Post by Clarky94 »

I take it that it turns over ok but jus wont fire?
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Nick_Precision
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Qashqai Model: Mk.2 Qashqai - J11 (2013–2017)

Post by Nick_Precision »

If you have some scanner tool, I would suggest to check Coolant temperature sensor and Crankshaft/Camshaft position sensor when engine is hot…
That’s purely from my experience with Vauxhall.
If diesel engine doesn’t start only when it’s hot it must be a sensor, unless you have high mileage car where mechanical wear is present…
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shaffick
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Qashqai Model: Mk.1 Qashqai - J10 (2006–2013)

Post by shaffick »

Hi all,
Thanks for your replies. The car will not turn over. I'm thinking it could be a sensor like Nick said.
Nick_Precision
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Post by Nick_Precision »

My post above assumed that the engine is not firing, but only turning on starter
If your engine doesn't turn over (starter doesn't engage and turn), we are speaking about different issues...
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lewisbryant
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Qashqai Model: Mk.3 Qashqai - J12 (2021+) New Model

Post by lewisbryant »

What year is it ? As a 1.5 j10 euro 4 engine is a different ball game to a 1.5 j11 euro 6 or euro 6d
shaffick
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Post by shaffick »

Hi all. and thanks for all of your replies and knowledge. I found out that the problem was the starter motor. Changed it today and drove 200 miles. All seems fine now. Thanks again.
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