Hello Patrollers!
It looks like I might have a rare build here. 2012 production from Japan. Y61. Left hand drive. Bought in 2014 and imported to Dakar. DI engine (ZD30DDTi). From what I’m reading, this car should have a CRD?
I digress...
My baby is suffering from a rough start (cranking for 5+ seconds until she runs) and a lot of black and white smoke when started in the morning. If it has been running again within two hours or so of being started, no issues at all. Starts like a dream. There is no smoke when driving. Only on “cold” starts. Keep in mind, it is always starting in +20°C minimum. I’m living in the desert here.
I’ve tried running the glow plugs 3-4 times before starting and no change.
I’m thinking that it is the injectors. I am living in West Africa (Dakar, Senegal) and the diesel here is nasty. I’ve heard that I will blow through injectors like nothing. Also need to change the air filter just to be safe. Lots and lots and lots of sand and dust in the air at this point in time.
Thanks in advance for the tips! Any manuals or links to the sort are greatly appreciated!
Also, just to be sure, do I have a GR, if it is LHD?
Derrick.