Land Rover Repair: TD5 problem start in the morning, diesel pump, glow plugs


Question
Hi John im from Peru in South America i have problems with my td5 in the morning i have dificult to start, it start after 3 or 4 times the problem is only in the morning also i have a noise in the diesel pump

Regards

Antonio Talledo

Answer
Hi Antonio,

It could be wax forming in the fuel.  Diesel engines don't perform well when they are cold.  You should consider having your injectors cleaned and examine your glow plugs.  All of these can influence how easy OR difficult your engine is to start.   Hearing a noise in the diesel pump is a sign that something is wrong.

Best of luck,

JohnMc

NB:  if we are coming into our Summer here in N.America, I image you are moving into your winter?  Do you plug your car in at night?  Do you have a block heater?