306 Idle problems

I have a 1997 P Reg 306 2.0 8V XSi. Runs like a dream, as fast as s*1t off a shovel. but it has the dreaded idling problems.

I have now replaced with new parts: the stepper motor, engine temp sensor, checked for air leaks, checked the MAP sensor, replaced the oxygen sensor (which was giving the ECU a code). Since doing this, especially the oxygen sensor it stalls a lot less, but it still stalls when starting from cold. About one in four times I have to let it warm up to running temperature, turn off the car for 20 secs or so, start it up then it seems to be ok. I get no code, and the engine management light does not come on at all.

I have been informed that I may need a software upgrade. I understand that only a Peugeot dealer can do this? I'd rather stick my nuts in a crocodiles mouth to be honest. Can anybody else do a download, or is it Peugeot dealer only?

Any help much appreciated.

Reply to
Cookacat
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pug only for the update. have you checked the coil pack?

Reply to
SimonDS

not yet. I have read that the coil pack can fry the ecu. I'll check the coil pack soon. cheers.

Reply to
Cookacat

The coil pack spiking the ECU problem only occurs with the Sagem ECU / Sagem coil pack combination, which I believe was only fitted to 1.1 &

1.4 Peugeots & Citroens in the late 90's.
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Phoenix

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