Hi,

Not sure on a couple of things which hopefully with your wealth of experience will be able to help with!

(A) Can you jump start a diesel? Most markerting material says you can, and

( what is the best lithium Ion jump starter for an Oct Scout 2.0 mkii. Batterry currently is skoda standard 540A.

In relation to (A) i think the answer is yes? Except that I am paranoid about damaging the ecu.

In relation to ( i am looking at the Sealey lstart405, but I have no experience of that starter.

Cheers in Advance.

Regards,

C.

I'd check what the cold crank amperage is on the battery that's fitted to your car and get a boost pack with "at least" the same capacity.

I've used a "Megaboost" now for many years (work supplied) and it is very good. (not unlike this one..... http://www.theultimatefinish.co.uk/power-start/ps-700-professional-jump-starter.aspx )

When connecting leads fit the earth to something metal on the engine and not the neg of the battery.  After starting leave leads connected for 5 mins before removing.

 

What makes you feel the need to jump start it?!!