Hiya all, just for reference...I have just tested my battery with a voltmeter and it`s registering at 12.8v which leads me to assume that the battery is not causing me this problem, therefore if the battery is at a charged state I can only also assume the alternator is operating as it should?

Cheers Matt for getting in touch. I have recently had a major service carried out by a trusted Independent specialist who I did make aware of the problem but as I stated earlier he checked for faults on testbook and none were apparent. I turned my Rangie over whilst at the garage and she...

Hiya REMETECH, thanks for getting back to me. Just a few answers to your questions. I am having problems whenever I try and start my Rangie from cold or hot, even when I nip into the shops for a loaf of bread! The problem is only when I turn her over and it usually takes around 30 secs or so...

I have a 1999 DHSE with 93k on the clock. I have just had it serviced and all seemed in order with just minor faults. The problem I am having is before I arrived at the garage my Rangie was taking forever to start...you guessed it arrived at the garage everything was ok:D ...picked it up...

Cheers neildeb0...I cant think that the battery is past its best as she does turn over without hesitation. I have had the glow plugs inspected on her last service to which I was informed that they were in order. You know how it is, take your motor for a service and the problem does`nt arise...

Hi, I have read all messages regarding this matter and am no closer to sorting this problem with my Rangie out. The problem I am having is when the Rangie is started from hot or cold it is really slow to turn over. I am wondering if this is associated with the same things you all have discussed?