Warm-up time for a HDi

Unread post by **Thunderbird** » 20 Dec 2004, 23:11

How many seconds (after ignition) are there recommended to leave the engine idle, before moving on? (HDi 1st generation)

np · Unread post by np » 20 Dec 2004, 23:16

I would have thought about 5-10 seconds,just to let the oil circulate around to the turbo.My Dad has a HDI & he lets it idle for about 10 secs before driving & switching off.I let my XUD run for about 5-10 secs,when turning on & before i switch off.

NiSk · Unread post by **NiSk** » 21 Dec 2004, 01:57

As soon as all the warning lights have gone out. It's not generally recommended to let a modern engine idle directly after start - they get up to operating temperature much quicker if you drive them.
//NiSk