Dealt with quite a few of the HDI's and Love them but have their starting querks. Citroen / peugeot upped the starter motor KW's from 1.4 / 1/7 to 2 and that makes a huge difference. If they dont spin fast enough, takes a while for the fule pressure to build before the injectors open.
Sometimes a dragging Dual mass flywheel can slow them down, seen this on a 307 2.0 HDI. Started perfect after it was changed to a single mass flywheel.
One way to eliminate the battery is to jump it even though it probably has enough power in its own battery. Just gives it that few extra volts to help. If no difference, more than likely the starter motor.
Not sure where abouts you are, But I have the dealer software if you require a plug in.
HDI's don't really use the glow plugs, even in the very cold it's only for a couple of seconds. The Filter housings have an inline heater with a green plug on the top.
Scott
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