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Old Sep 7, 2015 | 03:30 AM
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Hi guys I hav a 2008(58) xf 2.7 diesel,the engine turns over but doesn't fire up after 4 or 5 attempts it'll start , has been on a diagnostic but no codes problem has worsened over a period of 12 months any ideas would be appreciated thx
 
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Old Sep 9, 2015 | 07:55 AM
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When was the last time the battery's been changed? It's probably about to die and can't produce enough CCA to turn the car over. I would change that first before spending money on expensive repairs.
 
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Old Sep 9, 2015 | 07:57 AM
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btw welcome to the thread and introduce yourself in the new members section.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2015 | 12:59 AM
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Or could be glow plugs.
 
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Old Sep 10, 2015 | 10:24 AM
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that's what I was thinking he should check next, but I wasn't sure if Jags had them.
 
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