When I turn the ignition on, the car turns over 6 - 7 times then starts. This car & spanner symbol, and a radiator symbol next to it on the display, both stay on. The car can be driven - but very slowly. When car was checked with computer, it showed crankshaft error. I'm to hear more later from a mechanic. Maybe someone has had something similar ?

Mark Greer, September 2010

Could be throttle pedal position sensor.
It happened to me last week, nearly caused an accident.
Garage spray cleaned it in situ and it's now OK (until next time).

Earthling, April 2013

hi i got a zafira which is same engine and is stuck in limp mode with car spanner lit. i would say about twice in a whole month i have turned ignition on and the light goes out, start and everything is fine. can turn engine off and on and still all fine. but assoon as the key leaves the ignition the limp mode starts all over again and is stuck in it. did u find the cure to ur problem. also does any1 have any info thanks

paul giblin, September 2010