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Diesels are known for their reliability and toughness. They even have issues sometimes too.

  • Fuel contamination can happen when water or debris gets into the fuel system. This can cause significant problems, including:
  • In cold weather, water in the fuel can freeze and clog fuel lines.
  • Corrosion: Water can corrode fuel system components.
  • Poor Combustion: Contaminated fuel can lead to incomplete combustion and poor engine performance.
  • A clogged fuel filter can restrict fuel flow to the engine, preventing it from starting.
  • Ensure you have enough fuel in the tank.
  • Glow Plug Issues:
  • Glow plugs are responsible for preheating the combustion chamber to ignite the fuel. If one or more glow plugs are faulty, the engine may not start, especially in cold weather.
  • The glow plug relay controls the flow of electricity to the glow plugs. A faulty relay can prevent the glow plugs from functioning correctly.
  • Air in the Fuel System: Air in the fuel lines can disrupt fuel flow and prevent the engine from starting.
  • Fuel filter replacement
  • Fuel system repairs
  • Long periods of disuse
  • Low Compression: Low compression in one or more cylinders can prevent the engine from starting.


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By jhautoinc December 12, 2025
They help prevent excess engine wear.
By jhautoinc December 9, 2025
This is why your car isn't warming up properly.
By jhautoinc December 3, 2025
It's an important component.
By jhautoinc November 28, 2025
This requires some testing...
By jhautoinc November 26, 2025
A bit of maintenance can save you.
By jhautoinc November 21, 2025
This is why an oil change is so important
By jhautoinc November 18, 2025
It's not always the seal that's the issue.
By jhautoinc November 14, 2025
A brake inspection can prevent this.
By jhautoinc November 12, 2025
It's more important than you think.
By jhautoinc November 8, 2025
Is it age or an issue?