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Thu 4 Jan 2007 14:20

Mercedes starting problem - TimOrridge

Hi all,

Question is from my brother

He has a Mercedes Sprinter 2.2 CDI 2000'W and when starting from cold, it takes several attempts to start. When the engine is warm he says starting is even worse.

Could this be the glow plugs on their way out, and if so what would he be looking at for a replacement (5 cylinder engine I think).

Thanks in advance.

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Thu 4 Jan 2007 14:30

Mercedes starting problem - Aprilia

If its CDI then I doubt its glow plugs - especially if warm starting is even worse!

My mate who fixes diesels has a lot of these in for repair with bad fuel rail pressure sensor - could be that?

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Tue 9 Jan 2007 18:29

Mercedes starting problem - TimOrridge

thanks for the answer is this part situated under inlet manifold

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