Folks, I own a 1997 Vauxhall Astra TDS 1.7 diesel. (Isuzu engine). With
210,000 miles on the clock I am expecting some problems....The engine is fine with the exception of starting first thing in the morning. On attempting to start the engine first thing it will take threee long turns on the start motor before it fires. For the rest of the day the engine then starts straight away? The glow plugs were changed about 18 months ago. The problem appears to be getting progressively worse with a concern that as we approach the winter months and colder weather the problem will be amplified. Does anyone have any ideas as to what I should check first? Any honest advice most welcome...... yes we are contemplating buying a new car - but not just yet....
Thanks
Russ