Bad starter when cold, 2008 d4d

[cea]

Gents

My 120k (new toyota engine at 100k) 2.0 d4d struggles to start when cold, sounds just like the glow plugs but it definitely isn't. Knocks like a good un until properly warm when it is fine. Starts on the button when warm, no error codes. Bit stuck now, all advice appreciated. 

Thanks 

[cea]

Full toyota service history, forgot to mention that. 

 

[Milky Bar Kid 1001]

I had a similar problem a few years ago on my 2008 ('58) D4D and it turned out to the solenoid on the end of the diesel pump (end of the Camshaft on head) that has been modified due to the internal spring not being strong enough. I'll try take a few pics next couple days and upload them so you can see what I mean and where it is. Can't remember where I bought the new unit from unfortunately but it wasn't from a dealer rather a Diesel Specialist. Obviously this cured my starting issue but may not yours but worth a possible try. 😊😊

[peter.ling24@gmail.com]

Hi, Milky Bar Kid 1001.

I too would very much appreciate your your pics of the offending article.

My car runs perfectly well, smooth idle and good MPH. It's just the initial start up first thing. 

Appreciate your reply

Peter

 

[Duggerz]

Check this thread out

https://www.toyotaownersclub.c...ensis-D4D-2ADFTV-Cold-Starting

Ian

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[peter.ling24@gmail.com]

Hi Duggerz,

Tried to view the thread, unfortunately the page said "this site can't be reached".

I'm using "Google" to view it.

Could you please check and send again.

Regards

Peter.

[Stivino]

I get the same. 

[Duggerz]

https://www.toyotaownersclub.com/forums/topic/182612-avensis-d4d-2adftv-cold-starting/

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[peter.ling24@gmail.com]

Hi Duggerz,

Thanks so much for the thread regarding " bad starting when cold." I can empathize with the thoughts made by many contributor's comments and observations.

They have given me some valuable information and food for thought. Hopefully, I too, can get my starting issues solved too.

Very much appreciated Ian.

Peter

 

[cea]

Thanks for all of the replies Gents, got a few useful avenues to try. 

Cheers 

Carl 

[Milky Bar Kid 1001]

[Milky Bar Kid 1001]

On 11/7/2019 at 6:15 PM, peter.ling24@gmail.com said:

Hi, Milky Bar Kid 1001.

I too would very much appreciate your your pics of the offending article.

My car runs perfectly well, smooth idle and good MPH. It's just the initial start up first thing. 

Appreciate your reply

Peter