[Vwdiesel] starting TDI vs IDI

[Val Christian]

I have checked the glow plug operation, but I have not checked timing.
I'll whip out my vag-com and do so.

Since I haven't modified timing at all, I would expect it to be at 
the factory setting...but we'll see.

Val

> 
> As I've learned from experience, timing is key to quick starting. The ECU
> advances the timing to aid in starting.  But the ECU can only advance it so
> much.  Currently, my timing is so retarded, the ECU can't advance it enough
> to start normally.  I've been experiencing very hard cold starting and lots
> of white smoke when it finally does crank.  The timing can easily be checked
> with VAG-COM.  www.ross-tech.com  It even has a graph that lets you know
> where your timing is at, and where it should be at.
> 
> Chris Thornton
> 1991 VW Jetta 2 Door 1.6 Diesel - 243k miles
> 2000 VW Golf 1.9 TDI (turbo diesel) - 112k miles
> AMSOIL Synthetic Lubricants Dealer #1098500
> http://www.amsoil.com
> 
> ----- Original Message ----- 
> From: "Val Christian" <val at swamps.roc.ny.us>
> To: <vwdiesel at vwfans.com>
> Sent: Thursday, October 14, 2004 6:09 AM
> Subject: [Vwdiesel] starting TDI vs IDI
> 
> 
> > I am just wondering if anyone can comment on IDI vs TDI starting.
> > Right now I have only one of each.  The IDI starts first tap of
> > the starter.  The TDI always takes a turn or two.  I've checked
> > the usual (glow plugs, etc.) on the TDI.
> >
> > Any comments from those experienced with both?
> >
> > Val
> 
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