Engine stalling at low speeds in my Fiat Grande Punto 1.2 E

Zenster · 4th February 2011, 15:27

Hey Buddy, first-up relax!

I have a FGP 1.2E too. Like the experts have said, you'll probably need to adjust your driving style a lil bit fr the first issue. I know i had too, after bring used-to a Zen for 2 years. The 1.2 Engine need a lil revving then a Japanese engine and also the Punto is a Tank. Basically try the same maneuver with a Lower gear and you shud be OK. And from what I've learnt, Keep the Revv Counter at or above 1500rpm and the engine will respond like a charm.

As for the second issue, I haven't faced any braking related issues till date (touch-wood).

And yeah If at Concorde try speaking to the Service Team's Head who sits at the desk near the Service Reception desk. He could be of help. If you are looking for a second opinion, then you take your Punto to the KHT Motors Service Center in Whitefield. Speak to a Mr.Vinod from the service team, he know Team-bhp too

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After 5300+ kms, my Punto has opened-up nicely. The engine feels Smoother and a wee bit more response in all gears (even in the dreaded second gear). In my last visit to KHT, the Fiat Service guy told me that unlike the other cars on our roads, the Fiats wont "Open-up" in 3000kms, they need about 5000kms for that. And you can drive my car to find out the truth

Hope this helps.

motor spirit · 4th February 2011, 20:28

ya im changin my driving style. i understand GP 1.2 needa a bit of rev up..
the braking issue is being faced by lot of 1.2 owners. there is a forum exclusively for fiat modern cars in india where this is extensively discussed

your lucky u have not faced it

vsk2009 · 5th February 2011, 15:07

Punto 1.2 develop peak torque much early compared to other 1.2 petrol cars. So the low max torque should not be the cause for engine getting stalled. I think the driving style is the problem. If there is some other issues probably a scan of ECU can show it.

motor spirit · 7th February 2011, 18:12

Is all tata-fiat showrooms equipped with the ECU scanning tool. If so will get it done. However im slowly changing my driving style too

vsk2009 · 7th February 2011, 19:08

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Originally Posted by motor spirit

Is all tata-fiat showrooms equipped with the ECU scanning tool. If so will get it done. However im slowly changing my driving style too

I think so because it is vital in troubleshooting problems in modern cars.

dhanushs · 7th February 2011, 19:43

Quote:

Originally Posted by motor spirit

Is all tata-fiat showrooms equipped with the ECU scanning tool. If so will get it done. However im slowly changing my driving style too

Yes, all A.S.S ought to have OBD reader. No other way to detect failed sensors and error codes.

4th February 2011, 15:27	#16
Zenster BHPian Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Sydney Posts: 336 Thanked: 100 Times View My Garage	Re: Engine stalling at low speeds in my Fiat Grande Punto 1.2 E Hey Buddy, first-up relax! I have a FGP 1.2E too. Like the experts have said, you'll probably need to adjust your driving style a lil bit fr the first issue. I know i had too, after bring used-to a Zen for 2 years. The 1.2 Engine need a lil revving then a Japanese engine and also the Punto is a Tank. Basically try the same maneuver with a Lower gear and you shud be OK. And from what I've learnt, Keep the Revv Counter at or above 1500rpm and the engine will respond like a charm. As for the second issue, I haven't faced any braking related issues till date (touch-wood). And yeah If at Concorde try speaking to the Service Team's Head who sits at the desk near the Service Reception desk. He could be of help. If you are looking for a second opinion, then you take your Punto to the KHT Motors Service Center in Whitefield. Speak to a Mr.Vinod from the service team, he know Team-bhp too . After 5300+ kms, my Punto has opened-up nicely. The engine feels Smoother and a wee bit more response in all gears (even in the dreaded second gear). In my last visit to KHT, the Fiat Service guy told me that unlike the other cars on our roads, the Fiats wont "Open-up" in 3000kms, they need about 5000kms for that. And you can drive my car to find out the truth Hope this helps.
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4th February 2011, 20:28	#17
motor spirit BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: bangalore Posts: 236 Thanked: 112 Times	Re: Engine stalling at low speeds in my Fiat Grande Punto 1.2 E ya im changin my driving style. i understand GP 1.2 needa a bit of rev up.. the braking issue is being faced by lot of 1.2 owners. there is a forum exclusively for fiat modern cars in india where this is extensively discussed your lucky u have not faced it
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5th February 2011, 15:07	#18
vsk2009 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Goa Posts: 156 Thanked: 23 Times	Re: Engine stalling at low speeds in my Fiat Grande Punto 1.2 E Punto 1.2 develop peak torque much early compared to other 1.2 petrol cars. So the low max torque should not be the cause for engine getting stalled. I think the driving style is the problem. If there is some other issues probably a scan of ECU can show it.
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7th February 2011, 18:12	#19
motor spirit BHPian Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: bangalore Posts: 236 Thanked: 112 Times	Re: Engine stalling at low speeds in my Fiat Grande Punto 1.2 E Is all tata-fiat showrooms equipped with the ECU scanning tool. If so will get it done. However im slowly changing my driving style too
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