Technical Engine first start but..

[Communicator]

small update: having taken the old Stop Solenoid off, i did a brief test with a test battery. The first two times i connected it, nothing happened. Third time, it activated and pushed the plunger. Whilst this is not proof, it does indicate that the issue was caused by a sticky solenoid. Hopefully, when the replacement arrives, I will be able to stop the engine.

Next question: whilst i can't do a proper test yet, I have a feeling that when i get the engine going, the "code" red warning light on the dashboard will stay on. I am wondering if there is a simple way to disable the light:
On the connector that went in the immobiliser
1) i am using the middle one to connect directly to the solenoid (as my test shows this has current when ignition is turned on)
2) i have sealed up the other 2 cables. I wonder whether there is something i can do with these which will suppress the warning light?

2) I do not have an x230 to look at, but I believe that the code receiver is located under the steering column, asit is in my x244. Locate code receiver and unplug larger connecter. It has permanent 12V supply so perhaps wrap with tape, as fuse probably shared with other function.

 

[sprie]

Normally when powered up the solenoid magnet will draw the plunger /needle valve up allowing fuel into injector pump and on powering off the spring pushes the valve to close the fuel off.
When testing in your hand, if the needle is too far out the magnet may not have enough pull to draw it up.
Sorry I don't know about putting the red light out.

hi. Solenoid arrived, installed (along with replacement alternator).
Engine briefly started. and STOPPED. repeated ok.
So that's looking good.
Need to put the radiator etc back on, fill up with coolant again and do some more testing.

Unfortunately as well as the red light, there is a buzzing alarm sound in the cabin. So i will have to work out how to sort this out.

 

[bugsymike]

hi. Solenoid arrived, installed (along with replacement alternator).
Engine briefly started. and STOPPED. repeated ok.
So that's looking good.
Need to put the radiator etc back on, fill up with coolant again and do some more testing.

Unfortunately as well as the red light, there is a buzzing alarm sound in the cabin. So i will have to work out how to sort this out.

Relay issue?

 

[sprie]

Relay issue?

sorry, i have been stupid. What i meant was "I Stopped it", turning key off. i.e. it was working as it should - so it was a faulty solenoid that was my issue.

 

[Communicator]

sorry, i have been stupid. What i meant was "I Stopped it", turning key off. i.e. it was working as it should - so it was a faulty solenoid that was my issue.

Too self derogatory. For stupid may I suggest "imprecise". The fact that the solenoid has cured the engine stop problem is good news.

 

[bugsymike]

sorry, i have been stupid. What i meant was "I Stopped it", turning key off. i.e. it was working as it should - so it was a faulty solenoid that was my issue.

It's OK , I took it to mean the solenoid side was OK.
I was referring to the :-

Unfortunately as well as the red light, there is a buzzing alarm sound in the cabin. So i will have to work out how to sort this out.

When I said "Relay issue?"