Originally Posted by 240M3SRT
have you tried turning the key on the on position for 10-15 seconds just to make sure that the pump is priming the fuel lines fully....and then cranking the engine up?
Yes, I have...and it will still crank excessively at times.
However, should I have to do this? There are no glow plugs or heater grids like I've got on my diesel. I should be able to insert the key, crank, and start...shouldn't I?