vRS start up time

[tribalboy]

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, 2010 by tribalboy

[skoda norm]

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.

[softscoop]

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

[Jim H]

...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, 2010 by Jim H

[Spud26]

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

[tribalboy]

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.

[*tim*]

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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