My diesel starts first time when cold (immediately).
When hot it will start immediately if switched off and then back on right away.
If left for a few minutes it needs to be cranked over many many times before starting, usually I have to switch off at least twice between repeated cranking over of the engine (very frustrating).
I have also noticed since this problem started that the engine tends to run on a little after switch off (maybe my imagination).
I changed both fuel filters and the problem persists.
After the engine cools down for approx 30 minutes it will start immediatly again.
The station wagon has run for 250K miles and is still in nice shape, I love it except for this problem.
I would appreciate if anyone has any suggestion as to what the problem may be.