Introduction
This is my 2004 Stilo next to my no-longer owned Punto.
Lows coming soon, and some nice wheels........
Lows coming soon, and some nice wheels........
Stilo Podge's 1.6 Stilo Dynamic
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Today I got bored and decide to spruce up my Brake Calipers!
And now I'm off to enjoy an evening Kayaking
And now I'm off to enjoy an evening Kayaking
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So this happened at 4am today
Engine light came on and car wouldn't go above 5mph!
Engine light came on and car wouldn't go above 5mph!
That's a shame man! Where'd you get your Stilo towed to? Get the fault code(s) read ASAP it may be something as simple as a spark plug or ignition coil seeing as your car's went into limp mode
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Got towed to the mechanic whose workshop is a 2 minute walk from my front door!
I think it is something simple, the car was fine other than the fact it was crawling, the engine sounded fine, idled and revved properly. The man who picked me up thought it was a problem with the throttle.
EDIT: Need to source a new throttle body, our mechanic thinks this should solve the problem but with no guarantee! FIAT are asking silly money for the part though
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oh - that sounds familiar
About a week ago, I went to see a Stilo 1.6 with identical symptoms. The throttle body had been taken apart and tested (measured) with no fault found. The auto electricians had measured a very low voltage across the throttle body motor (two pins of the plug). I agreed with them that this voltage (0.5V) wasn't enough to operate the motor. We decided the ECU was likely to be faulty - so we have sent it to these people:
http://www.ecutesting.com/catalogue/product/fiat_stilo_ecu_engine_management_eem180527.html
Note that they test the ECU and if found not-faulty, the cost for the testing is a reasonable £45. If faulty, they will repair for under £200. That seemed a good option to me compared to the costs of a second-hand ECU (which also needs the body computer/key chips to be replaced) - and these ECU faults seem common, so a second-hand unit would be risky.
Good luck - hope it is 'just' the throttle body, but if not, well, let's keep in touch and see how it works out.
-Alex
About a week ago, I went to see a Stilo 1.6 with identical symptoms. The throttle body had been taken apart and tested (measured) with no fault found. The auto electricians had measured a very low voltage across the throttle body motor (two pins of the plug). I agreed with them that this voltage (0.5V) wasn't enough to operate the motor. We decided the ECU was likely to be faulty - so we have sent it to these people:
http://www.ecutesting.com/catalogue/product/fiat_stilo_ecu_engine_management_eem180527.html
Note that they test the ECU and if found not-faulty, the cost for the testing is a reasonable £45. If faulty, they will repair for under £200. That seemed a good option to me compared to the costs of a second-hand ECU (which also needs the body computer/key chips to be replaced) - and these ECU faults seem common, so a second-hand unit would be risky.
Good luck - hope it is 'just' the throttle body, but if not, well, let's keep in touch and see how it works out.
-Alex
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You could try the throttle re-learn but it might be a long shot?
There was a thread I'd read a while back about voltage issues at the throttle body, from what I remember the +v to the throttle body is shared with another component in the engine bay but I can't remember, it be worth trying to dig that thread out, I'll try and see if I can find it...
EDIT: Deckchair5 outlines what should be checked in this thread: https://www.fiatforum.com/stilo/243423-p1220-series-throttle-control-malfunction.html
There was a thread I'd read a while back about voltage issues at the throttle body, from what I remember the +v to the throttle body is shared with another component in the engine bay but I can't remember, it be worth trying to dig that thread out, I'll try and see if I can find it...
EDIT: Deckchair5 outlines what should be checked in this thread: https://www.fiatforum.com/stilo/243423-p1220-series-throttle-control-malfunction.html
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It is a problem with the ECU!
We've sent it off to a local ECU expert, and we are awaiting with baited breath to hear if it can be corrected and how much it will cost
We've sent it off to a local ECU expert, and we are awaiting with baited breath to hear if it can be corrected and how much it will cost
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It is fixed! £430 for everything including new throttle body, ecu repair and labour, with 50% my summer service at the garage!
Also I got a new job! Which means i can by the car some presents :slayer:
Also I got a new job! Which means i can by the car some presents :slayer:
good news dude
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It looks like I'll be heading off to Uni this october, and I have decided that an estate car will suit my needs far better than my hatchback! It's been a fun ride with the stilo but it looks like it's time to say goodbye.
It will be in the classified section soon, and any FF member who buys it gets free cake (no joke)
It will be in the classified section soon, and any FF member who buys it gets free cake (no joke)
Stilo estate?
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Either the stilo 1.8 mw, an Octavia Vrs Wagon or the bmw e36 318 touring.
Stay faithful to the Stilo group man
In what way will an estate benefit you for uni over the hatchback if you don't mind me asking?
In what way will an estate benefit you for uni over the hatchback if you don't mind me asking?
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-Kayak Carrying Ability
-Beer Carrying Ability
-Sleep-in-the-back-if-desperate-ability
-Suits my bearded lifestyle
My dad has offered to buy the car off me as a weekend runabout, so I may well take him up on the offer and keep putting some money into the Stilo! Win Win
-Beer Carrying Ability
-Sleep-in-the-back-if-desperate-ability
-Suits my bearded lifestyle
My dad has offered to buy the car off me as a weekend runabout, so I may well take him up on the offer and keep putting some money into the Stilo! Win Win
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I've been working my beard off at my new job (tesco driver!) And I have got enough dollar for my new car plus enough for Coilovers for the Stilo. (Not enough for the extra insurance though! Coilies should be bought, fitted and insured by the first week of september.
I am also exploring the possibility of Turbocharging the Stilo! I am lucky to have a very skilled mechanic less than a minute away and he agreed If i provide the parts he will help me fit a turbo for free! Time to save up!
Also I found a splitter in a hedge. Now to see if it will fit my bumper
I am also exploring the possibility of Turbocharging the Stilo! I am lucky to have a very skilled mechanic less than a minute away and he agreed If i provide the parts he will help me fit a turbo for free!
Time to save up!Also I found a splitter in a hedge. Now to see if it will fit my bumper
The 1.6 has been turbo'd before so go for it dude!
What brand of coilovers you going for? I'm looking at getting AP coilies but I've holding myself back as my standard suspension has been rather comfy
You can make any splitter fit your car just about, just a matter of it looking good I have one of a Mk4 Astra.
What brand of coilovers you going for? I'm looking at getting AP coilies but I've holding myself back as my standard suspension has been rather comfy
You can make any splitter fit your car just about, just a matter of it looking good
I have one of a Mk4 Astra.
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What brand of coilovers you going for? I'm looking at getting AP coilies but I've holding myself back as my standard suspension has been rather comfy
Either FK Silverlines or Unit 32 Tuning (ebay coilies) depending on money. Both I have seen can go to 110mm south!
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Just ordered A.P coilies for the Stilo!
Sweet dude looking forward to seeing this dropped
