Opel Corsa (bizarre) starting problem

[lusopiston]

Hi, I have a 2007 Opel Corsa CDTI (diesel, C generation) which as a problem starting which nobody seems to be able to resolve: when switching the engine on, the starter begins working but the engine takes a lot of time catching on. When it does, it does so in a way that resembles an old hand cranked car, i.e. it seems to need building up momentum until it eventual catches on with considerable vibration.

As this all seems to cause quites a strain on the starter, engine, etc, I end up switching off after a few seconds and restart again, and then it usually fires up normally, although with an initial "lumpy" idle. It never actually fails to start but it often exhibits this problem. It is more noticeable when starting from cold.

I'm actually looking to sell the car but would like to have this sorted out so that I know the car is 100%. Can somebody help so that I can be better prepared in handling this with the shop I take the car to?

[jimbob82]

sounds like a leak back to the tank. the fuel is running back overnight or over a period of time...thats my best guess...

[T1pper]

Hi what sort or pre heat does your car have?

Maybe it has some faulty heater plugs or such??

Cold starting would be a pain but once warm things would be better

[duncancallum]

Fuel drain back would be my starting point to. We had one in work with the same