Can anyone advise why my 96, 306 xldt starts great from cold, runs great, had new filters,plugs & battery, but when engine is hot, struggles to re-start.
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17 years ago
306 turbo diesel don't like starting when hot
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17 years ago
Check the valve clearances. Chances are that some are too tight, resulting in the valve being held open slightly when hot, thus removing the compression required.
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17 years ago
Like Brian says, also check your fuel pump is holding fuel and not letting it back to the tank.
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17 years ago
Thanks Chris Yes I guess the pump is not holding pressure as the manual hand pump goes soft, when engine is off. Does this mean I need a new fuel pump ? Thanks again Martin.
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Could be just a leaky line somewhere, but then you would think it would be awkward starting from cold.
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17 years ago
Yes try and fit a new pump. from chris Addlestone Surrey
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