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How do you start a diesel car?

Updated: 9/13/2023
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ensure there is diesel in the car.

Turn on ignition but don't start the engine yet. Watch dashboard and look for a small light (not ignition light) look for a heater plug light. When this goes off then turn ignition full turn and engine should start.

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