326 ARR1575
18 Troubleshooting
18.3.3 Starting the engine
1. Attempt to start
Rotate the ignition key clockwise to the III position.
The starting attempt was successful, the engine is running: See
below under “The engine is running”.
The starting attempt was unsuccessful, the engine is not run-
ning: There may be air in the diesel system. See “Checking the
pump” below.
Checking the pump
Rotate the ignition key clockwise to the I position.
Check if the electric fuel pump is working.
Let the pump run for approximately 1 minute. The system will
automatically vent any air.
2. Attempt to start
Rotate the ignition key clockwise to the III position.
Let the engine run idle!
Do not activate any function.
The engine is running
The engine will emit smoke until the oil accumulated in the ex-
haust system burns out (this can take up to 1 h).
Risk of re!
The exhaust pipe might shoot ames / glowing material.
Immediately visually check any leaking liquids.
If everything is OK:
Bring the engine to full speed.
Check the function.
Engine smoking must noticeably decrease and disappear com-
pletely. Otherwise, the engine may have amechanical defect.
Stop the engine.
Check the levels of uids.
Rell if necessary.
Check uid losses.
Start the engine.