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Old 25th January 2023, 07:50   #6
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Default Cold weather starting

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Originally Posted by ardvark View Post
If it was a leaking injector would it not stop the engine starting all the time or only when it was cold first thing in the morning?
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This morning no frost and the car started no problem.
What the hell is going on?
Starting an internal combustion engine from cold, especially at zero or sub zero temperatures, requires all electrical and mechanical systems to be working to an optimum level.
A deficiency which prevents starting under unfavourable conditions will have a far lesser effect, and often none, when the engine is warm.
That is why you should take Arctic's advice seriously.

In this cold weather there will be high demands on car batteries. It would be a good idea to connect your smart charger to ensure that yours is fully charged.

Simon

Edit:
Could this be the reason why you're having problems?
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