Volkswagen Transporter poor starter

Car: Volkswagen Transporter
Variant: 1.6 diesel
Model Year: 1985

Categories: Steering, Suspension, Brakes, Wheels & Tyres

Hi, I wonder if any mechanically minded folks out there could offer any advice please...sometimes my camper van will start first time and other times (especially when left overnight)it takes ages and many turns of the key before firing up...a few days ago i had to call out the recovery man who squirted some brake cleaner in the air intake thingy and got me going; however today she was relucctant to play! Thanks in advance for any replies. Tom (new today)

Posted: Jun 15, 2010 (14 years ago)

tomsneade

Points: 5

sounds like your glow plugs are knackered.take them out and get them tested or replaced,also check the glow plug relay is not sticking

Posted Jun 15, 2010 (14 years ago)

2145simon

Points: 1,055

hi tom, have you tried using the cold start, i have a 1.6td 1988

Posted Jan 23, 2012 (12 years ago)

gimpey1

Points: 4

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