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Hello
We have a problem with cold starting:
The glow plug indicator o the dash doesn't come on;
Solenoid doesn't click (solenoid is replaced with new);
No power to glow plugs (which have been replaced with new);
Fuses are all OK
Vehicle starts after prolonged churning of starter motor
We have tried putting 12 V directly to the glow plugs but although they seem fine and are drawing current the engine is still very slow to start.
Once warm the engine will start perfectly all day long, but the next day
Any ideas out there??:S
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Hdi motors do not need glow plugs to start unless the temp goes below @-4 degrees, so forget that.
Obviously I have not seen your car, but the most common issue on the hdi is slow cranking speed, ie poor battery or most likely lazy starter motor.
The engine needs to spin quickly , ie about 300 rpm to make enough rail pressure to fire the injectors. If it's less they simply will not work.
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I've checked ours a few times and the glow plug light comes on at 2°c and under. I found that if I switch the ignition on then fit my seatbelt before turning the key to start the car it turns over faster than if I just get in and wind it straight over. It's as if the car cuts power to the electrics when it is first switched on.
So where does this bit go then ?
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Got same problems with mine.auto election reckons no feed to glow plugs.I tried telling him they don't come on till its really cold.but he said should still be feed their he wanted to put a separate switch direct to glow plugs.? But I've read loads on here and it always goes back to getting a new starter motor.witch way do I go??? New starter or a switch to glow plugs???
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28-01-2016, 06:18 PM
(This post was last modified: 28-01-2016, 06:19 PM by Col.)
Assuming battery OK, and it's not turning very fast- New starter (and a new auto electrician)
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Thumbs up for a new starter to.
Are we there yet?????
Ex 1.6hdi van now 3 seater 1.4 multispace
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