Not that I know of.
SDI dont wanna start
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Ive found now; not sure how, that if depress the accelerator pedal a bit before cranking, and hold it there while cranking; then it starts up no problem atall, even first thing on a cold morning ! It's been like that now for 3 days and that's without fitting the check valve ! I've no idea what that means mechanically ? Anyone have any ideas ??
Without being able to study the mapping I would say that increases fuelling. Have you done a cranking RPM test?
Not done that myself no, is that related to the starter motor ?
Yes, it is the most common cause of poor diesel starting, the speed MUST exceed 280rpm for it to start. A quick and dirty test its to start it with the temp sender disconnected, if it is better, the rpm is likely to be too low. Remember this will store a fault code.
Is this the air pressure/temperature sensor located on the air ducting ?
Sorry, engine coolant temperature sender.
Well I removed the coolant temp sensor connector plug (pita that is, only need to push with your thumb on the 1 tab thing and it slides out), and low and behold it did start. Not only did it start but it started (although it was a bit grumbly) after it had been sitting for two days/nights, and on the first turn of the key without my foot on the gas pedal ! So I'm pleased about that. So Crasher, you rekon I need to change the starter motor now ?
I would have the cranking RPM checked first but what you have done is a good sign.