Rover 400 Common Problems and Solutions
ABS warning light
Problem:
If the ABS warning light has appeared on the dashboard, it is usually due to a fault ABS sensor. You may also be noticing the brake pedal pulsating as you brake slowly at low speeds.
Solution:
Run a diagnostic check to identify which wheel the faulty ABS sensor is on. You will need to replace this sensor to rectify the problem. The video below will give you an idea how to replace an ABS sensor:
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ABS Sensor
Window regulator failure
Problem:
The window regulator is known to fail on this car. If you are having difficulty winding the windows up or down, this is the cause.
Solution:
Fitting a replacement window regulator will sort the problem.
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Window Regulator Mechanism
Poor starting
Problem:
If you are having issues with the engine not starting, it is usually the crankshaft sensor causing the problem. This part failing will affect starting when the engine is both cold and warm.
Solution:
You will need to replace the crankshaft sensor to resolve the issue. We can help you find a replacement crankshaft sensor at a very low price.
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Crankshaft Sensor
Engine misfiring
Problem:
There are usually three main causes of the engine misfiring on this car. If your engine is misfiring, it will have irregular idling, with the revs going up and down instead of remaining constant. The cause could be any of the following: faulty sensor, faulty coil pack or a faulty resistor on the rotor arm. In some cases people have been told they need a new ECU, but do not do this before checking the causes mentioned above.
Solution:
Run a diagnostic check to see what comes up on the computer and correctly identify what is at fault. If it is a faulty sensor, you will need to replace it. If the coil pack is causing the fault, you will need to replace this and if it is the rotor arm resistor, this will need replaced to fix the problem.
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