I finally got the car started! I guess I didn't crank it long enough. I actually had to crank it for awhile! I also had to keep the pedal to the floor. It says that in one of the links (above). I think it makes a difference because I forgot about flooring the pedal the first time. It runs well and the leak is fixed!! I'm happy I got that job done! Overall, it's a relatively easy job. The hardest part was getting the parts and the special socket.

As for working on the car while it's warm for easier starting. I don't see how that could be done. First of all........It's no fun to work on a hot engine with getting burned, etc. Second, by the time you remove all the lines, plastic clips, etc., remove each valve, carefully clean everything, install the new parts, reinstall the valves/holdown plates, retorque the valves and reinstall all the lines/plastic clips.....The engine will be cooled down so much it will be equivalent to a cold start. I suppose someone could rush the job without cleaning the parts or double checking things, but you might have problems in the end. I read that everything should be cleaned, and to make sure that the valve is installed right side up. I also read on another post that a valve was accidentally installed upside down when these seals were replaced. I would recommend not rushing and to take the extra time to double check or even triple check things as they are assembled to prevent mistakes.

Anyways.........I want to thank everyone for their help and advice with this repair job. It went very well. It's been a learning experience for me as well since I've never worked on diesel cars before. Many good, friendly, and knowlegeable people here on the forum. I'm sure glad you guys are around! Thanks again! Alex.