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[i]there is occasionally (twice since sunday) a grunty noise before starting[/i]
Is it diesel? Transit is well known for actuating its EGR valve after turning off the engine to clean itself, it makes a loud chirping sound. I'm sure I've heard it at ignition on before starting on other vans.
yes diesel. it sounds like the pump on a fake espresso coffe machine, and sounds like it's struggling as it slows down over the course of 5-10 seconds.
i haven't waited to see if it stops, perhaps i should, cos i don't like the sound, so either start it or knock it off. if i knock it off without starting it doesn't come on again when re-starting. i obviously need to start wit bonnet open so i cna jump round and see if i can locate it...
Every car I've owned lets you push the pedal gently to the floor when stationary with the engine running provided you use very gentle pressure.