hard cold starting

279,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
Avatar
DAVE WIGEN
  • MEMBER
  • 3 POSTS
My 2000 f-350 7.3 diesel starts hard when cold ,is it glow plugs or is there another easier fix,replaced glow plug relay didn't help.
Apr 18, 2011 at 10:15 AM
Advertisement
Avatar
MHPAUTOS
  • ✓Experienced Mechanic
  • 31,937 POSTS
You will have to check the glow plugs, easy way is to remove power or the buzz bar that connects each glow plug, and with a multi meter check that each glow plug is not open circuit, do this on continuity test, if open circuit replace , i always replace all if one is burnt out, as often the others are not far behind.
Apr 18, 2011 at 3:35 PM
Add a reply
Join 2CarPros for free, one of the most advanced car repair communities on the internet. From first-time drivers to seasoned mechanics, everyone is welcome to reply, share details, and get better answers. You can add a temporary image or video first; uploads are limited to 20 MB.

Frequently Asked Problems for This Vehicle