I have just purchased a 1992 Ford Sierra Sapphire 1.8LX and am having problems with cold starting, I think it is the auto choke not working or not being activated. This is a CVH engine with Peirburg (sp?) carb.
The choke is a bi-metallic strip type.
Without pressing the gas pedal the engine starts but immediately dies.
Pressing the gas pedal to the floor, releasing, then starting results in a start but quickly dies again.
My recent car was fuel injected so it is a long time since I have had to deal with cold starting carbs so it could well be me not knowing how to do it.
Anyone suggest the correct method for cold starting?
Thanks. Dave