Hi there

I have a South African made Fiat Palio 1.6 16V HL which struggles to start on cold mornings. I have replaced the fuel pump relay and checked all the connections leading to the fuel pump. The fuel pump also makes a "softer" noise than what it would if the weather was warmer or summer.

Could any one please help with some advise with what the problem could be.

Andrea-SA

try damp seal for the ellectrical cables spray after running the engine worm get it from any car shop.and change your car battery sounds like its loosing its charge when cold. its a common thing with old batterys

First of all chech your spark plugs , because this is a common problem , what is their millage ? when was your last time you've changed them ?
check your fuel injectors , may be they are not clean , you can make sure of this diagnosis by checking if there is black smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe once the engine starts , if so , this is sure sign of the dirty injectors .
if so , use the injector cleaning liquid which is added to the fuel tank , and don't forget to change the fuel filter .
if they remain dirty even after using the cleaner , then you have to get the injectors out to clean them manually or even change them , But first of all make sure of the diagnosis .
Any other suggestions from our friends in the forum ??