03-03-2015, 12:30 PM
Sounds to me like possible crank sensor failure... The rev counter on these is driven by the ECU, if the ECU hasn't got signal from the crank, it cannot adjust the injection timing, hence it's gone to it's default settings of really retarded, nor can it drive the dashboard.
Also the whole working for a bit then failing is classic crank sensor... That'll be probably because it's warmed up and only works when cold as it's busted.
Also the whole working for a bit then failing is classic crank sensor... That'll be probably because it's warmed up and only works when cold as it's busted.