2008 Ford Transit (VM) — Repair Solution

2.4L H9FB 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual · Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up · Engine

Ford Transit (VM) Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Ford
Model: Transit (VM)
Year: 2008
Engine: 2.4L H9FB 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
Kilometres: 272,000
Area: Engine
Category: Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up

Customer Complaint

The engine is hard starting especially when hot.

Problem Summary

There is a funny noise from the engine during cranking and when engine is turned off. The vehicle has been difficult to start for some time.

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeFORVM08118
Vehicle2008 Ford Transit (VM)
Engine2.4L H9FB 4cyl 16v DOHC Turbo CRD Diesel Manual
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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