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The only other likely problem is air getting into the fuel line, but that would likely make it difficult to start when hot as well, except that when the engine is turning over fast it can pump the air through the system before it gets into the pump and injectors. I have had this problem with my C5. ...

The resistance to it turning is much less when the engine is warm so it doesn't need so much energy to turn it.

Peter

Could be a tired starter motor or a high resistance in the wiring from the battery. Check the voltage actually on the starter when its turning over and then check across the battery as its turning, if there is a large difference check all the connections. Also test the voltage between the battery ne...

Have you tried lubricating the universal joint at the bottom of the column?

Peter

I have a spare rack from a 2001 Hdi estate - if you are anywhere near the west country.

Peter

This was what I achieved on our annual north of Scotland trip in the first one I had. 1000 miles + was fairly easily obtainable.

Peter

+1. Check and clean the battery connections first.

Peter

To find the fuel heater (if it has one) just follow the fuel lines.

Peter

I don't remember seeing anything like that on my 406 diesels, looks like a much more modern arrangement.

Peter

Pleased to hear you got one Andy. I use ordinary dot 3 fluid in mine, don't know how much it holds though, I would think a litre would be plenty.

Peter

Sorry, ignore me I'm thinking brake fluid.

Does it have a fuel heater on the gearbox end of the head? That engine in the XM did and they used to go porous and let air in.

Peter

I have a scrap 2001 Hdi but I expect the pipe is the same but you will have to take it off. I live in Dorset.

Peter

My hobby of amateur radio gives me plenty of people to talk to if I feel the need, but there don't seem to be all that many people on at the moment.

Peter

I don't think that the world will be the same again! It hasn't overly affected us as we didn't go out much anyway, we live deep in the countryside and have no immediate neighbors so its a very pleasant place to be. Missed our holiday this year and son and grandchildren but they are now in our 'bubbl...

There is probably one on my scrap car - but I'm in Dorset.

Peter