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how can i fix my escort van 1.8 diesel?

every time i go to start my van in mornings i have to pump the pedal for it to start,ive changed the battery for a new one and the fuel pipes.ive been told this could be a lazy starter motor could this be the problem.i dont want to buy a new one if it isnt

goose, February 2010

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Also, dont even touch the pedal or pump the pedal before the engines started on a diesel. and try waiting for the 'click' roughly 10 seconds after the orange lights gone out on the dash before trying to start the engine. Good luck.

Chris P.Duck, February 2010

I would try the glow plugs.There is a feed wire from the glow plug relay to the plugs check you have a 12v feed for about 10 seconds if thats ok check the glow plugs. engine will be hard to start even with 1 glow plug dead.Also check the earth wire from the battery to the engine.

Ryan, February 2010

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