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Old 5th October 2014, 17:44   #10
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Originally Posted by ninaandphil View Post
What's stopping it from firing up now.... perplexed and frustrated......
I don't know Phil; but a diesel engine relies on high compression for ignition so if your battery isn't turning over the engine fast enough .....

Bearing in mind what you've said, I'd return the charger to fast mode. If your journey to work is short, I would go easy on the high current accessories such as HRW, heated seats etc. until you're sure that you've fully recharged the battery.

I hope that makes sense.

Simon
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