Vauxhall Astra 1.7 diesel estate

Discussion in 'Astra' started by Paul uk86, Oct 25, 2003.

  1. Paul uk86

    Paul uk86 Guest

    The above car ran out of diesel and upon refilling it I have found that the
    car refuses to start.I have heard that the engine needs priming but have no
    idea how to do this.Could someome please tell me what to do.

    The car is an N reg.

    Thankyou

    Pau;l :)
     
    Paul uk86, Oct 25, 2003
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  2. Paul uk86

    Tony Morland Guest

    Not sure if it helps in your case , but i used to be able to tow start
    transits in about 20 or 30 yds after they had run out of diesel on motorway
    hard shoulders. A sight quicker than bleeding them . ( and cleaner )
     
    Tony Morland, Oct 25, 2003
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  3. Paul uk86

    Guest Guest

    I think they are self priming - you may just need to wind it over on the
    starter untill it fires up. Not 100% certain though.
    Dave
     
    Guest, Oct 25, 2003
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  4. Paul uk86

    Paul uk86 Guest

    Thabkyou Tony and Dave for your replies,I will give both idea's a go and see
    what happens.Fingers crossed.

    Cheers.

    Paul
     
    Paul uk86, Oct 25, 2003
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