My seat Ibiza is struggling to start now its cold..it turns over but then dies before firing ..after several attempts it starts and then drives as normal

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Iow coolant can cause both problems.

Check alternator charge rate and earth straps

Manifold Pressure sensor (MAP sensor, probably located on the intake manifold somewhere) has an Implausible signal i.e. going out of a plausible range. you could try removing the connector and reseating it. I've seen this a few times where just reseating the connector fixes the problem, if not it'll probably need replacing.

don't worry be happy . start to worry when it causes you a problem

Replace coil

Check your coolant level. Also make sure that your engine cooling system is all right.

The problem is the cold start sensor ,but not sure what year your vehicle is because iam in spain and have been for 23yrs so me an R reg is if i remember correctly ??hammm J was a 71 so it must must be about a 76???

I've seen this with several vehicles within the mid 90s (including a 95 probe) and traced it back each time to the electronic ignition. As the car drives, the ignition coil heats up and becomes more resistive. As this happens, the coil outputs less voltage until finally it's not enough to put out sufficient spark to fire the cylinders.

Try this: Drive the car around for a while. When you start feeling the motor struggle, park somewhere and idle until it dies. Then quickly pop the hood, pull an ignition wire, pop in an extra plug and hold near the block (check for fuel leaks first!!) and observe the spark strength. If it looks weak, a new electronic ignition unit will solve your problem.

thinkin about buying a seat ibiza. it turning over but wont start. it getin fuel