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Peugeot 306 diesel erratic start

When I start my Peugoet 306 D Y-reg up it is erratic (shakey), but after about a minute it goes away. Do you no what is causing this and what I need to do to fix it?

Asked on 11 January 2011 by Bazman

Answered by Honest John
Condensation moisture in the fuel. Once it heats up a bit the condensation is evaporated off.
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