Hi Guys,

I have just got my 2006 vRS diesel and wanted to know how long should I warm it up for in the mornings, now that its getting colder. I used to give 2 - 3 mins for my petrol polo and have never used a diesel before. Does it also require a warm up in the evenings after its been in the car park all day.

Thanks in advance

Edited 9 November, 201015 yr by tribalboy

Hi,

My last 5 cars have been diesel. I have never warmed any of them up, just start and go......

P.S just don't be too lead footed on the throttle until the temp guage is in the normal position.

Let the temp gauge get to 90, then give it 5 extra minutes before booting it.

...just don't be too lead footed on the throttle until the temp gauge is in the normal position.

I agree, I always do. If you are not used to Turbocharged cars, then after a 'spirited' drive or a long motorway journey, always let the car idle for 1 minute or so before you switch it off.

Edited 10 November, 201015 yr by Jim H

I tend to give it about three min ish before I set off and then change gear about 1500- 1700 rpm till the cars well on the way to being warm.

Regards Chris

Thanks for the guidance guys, I have also found out that I need to wait until the coil symbol on the dash goes away before turning the ignition on.

I tend to give it about three min ish before I set off and then change gear about 1500- 1700 rpm till the cars well on the way to being warm.

Regards Chris

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