Exactly, many people don't realize that the glow plugs stay on for another 25-30 seconds after the light on the dash goes out. So just set it to glow, and wait about 30 seconds, then try to start it. Also, do not press on the throttle AT ALL, until the engine begins firing/struggling, then give it some throttle to help it get going. Giving throttle while cranking at those temps (before the engine starts firing) will negate things and make it harder to start. Also, if its been 20k since a valve adjustment, you need to take care of that too, it makes a lot of difference when trying to start in the single digit temps.

Make sure you use the good Bosch glowplugs, the cheap autolite plugs are just about worthless.


Our 300D has nearly 226k on it, and it will fire off in 1-2 seconds with no assistance (no block heater, no giving throttle...etc) in single digit temps with only a 7-10 second glow.

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