2006 Citroen Xsara Picasso poor cold starting

Car: Citroen Xsara Picasso
Year: 2006
Variant: 1.6HDI 92bhp
Categories: Running Rough, Starting & Power Loss
At low temps (only), very reluctant to fire up, probably only one or two cylinders, and a cloud of blue smoke when successful. No unusual oil consumption between services.
Posted: Feb 24, 2014 (10 years ago)
Check , test and replace glow plugs if needed .
Posted Feb 24, 2014 (10 years ago)

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