Ian007 Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 Hi - looking for some advice . After putting key into ignition and turn to get light cluster on dash I tried turning the car on - nothing for about 3-5 seconds ... then the car jumped into life just as normal. Turned key off snd tried with spare key ( just in case ) - same problem After driving and stopping with warm engine - same again - it’s almost as if the engine “waits” a few seconds before jumping into life. (Battery replaced about a year ago and car is run every day). it starts up quickly, not a slow turnover into life. Q7 automatic - 3.0l diesel Any ideas ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Q Posted May 31, 2021 Share Posted May 31, 2021 The first thing I'd check is the battery, if get it checked to see it's performance as a failing battery can affect a car starting. The normal life expectancy of a battery is 5-7 years. Halfords can do a battery test for you. If battery is in good condition then I'd look at the condition of the glow plugs for their condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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