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01-31-2008, 04:02 AM
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Hard to start when engine is cold
I've run into a recurring situation with my '85 300TD. It's hard to start when the engine is cold. The outside temperature does not appear to make a difference. When the engine is warm there is no problem.
If I pump the fuel primer pump about 50 times the car will eventually start when cold. I've performed a valve adjustment, replaced the fuel filters, and verified the battery but this doesn't appear to have helped. There is nothing leaking onto the ground. Any suggustions as to the problem?
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01-31-2008, 04:37 AM
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compression test?
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01-31-2008, 04:49 AM
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Wouldn't a compression problem start small and get progressively worse?
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01-31-2008, 05:22 AM
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Sounds like glow plugs that need to be checked for resistance, and voltage. They can fail anytime.
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01-31-2008, 06:59 AM
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01-31-2008, 07:52 AM
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Yes. If you have even one bad one in cold weather that will translate to hard starting and rough running for a minute after start up.
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01-31-2008, 08:33 AM
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01-31-2008, 09:28 AM
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Could also be an air leak in the fuel system if it starts after priming.
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01-31-2008, 12:22 PM
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is your clear filter full of air when you go to start?
this sounds like classic primer pump leaking. I bet you park your car with the nose up. try parking it with the nose down, I bet you get a puddle of fuel under your primer pump.
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01-31-2008, 04:55 PM
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what's that book quote from? i think i need one to lust over so i can find something to fix on mine?
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02-01-2008, 01:11 AM
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Is there a way to check for air leaks?
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JWJ 1983 MB 300D - > 430,000 miles - Deep Blue - Bilstein Comforts - 0-60 in 24 seconds - 27MPG 1985 MB 300TD (wagon) - > 275,000 miles - Manila Beige - Thule rack - 0-60 in 18 seconds - 22 - 25MPG Biodiesel, Mobil Delvac 1, and Viton fuel lines!
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