Engine difficult to start

1997 MITSUBISHI PAJERO
224,566 MILES • 2.8L • 4 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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MALONEYS24
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4M40 turbo diesel engine 2.8. I need the vacuum hoses diagrams.
Dec 24, 2019 at 6:59 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

This vehicle isn't offered in the US as a diesel, so I have no schematics. However, have you checked fuel pressure? There could be an issue with the injector pump or a worn or partially plugged pump can cause a hard start. Has the fuel filter been replaced recently? Is there any chance air is getting into the fuel system?

Let me know.

Take care,
Joe
Dec 25, 2019 at 7:25 PM
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