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Source: r/SmartCar (score 53, 37 comments)¶

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Reddit thread: In case anyone was wondering what it's like to start a diesel smart in Canadian winter without using a block heater Source: r/SmartCar (score 53, 37 comments) Topic: cold weather starting, diesel glow plugs, block heater Models discussed: unknown Solution status: yes

Problem: Diesel Smart car difficult to start in Canadian winter without block heater at very cold temperatures (-25°C to -30°C), with extended cranking times and struggle to ignite.

Solution: Cycle the glow plugs 3-4 times by turning the key on until the glow plug light turns off, then turning it off and repeating, before attempting to start. Turn off the heater to avoid draining battery power. Use a block heater for reliable starts. One commenter also suggested building wires from the battery compartment to a maintenance charger to keep the battery warm overnight.

Key facts: - Diesel Smart cars exist and can start in -35°C with proper glow plug cycling technique - Glow plugs must be cycled 3-4 times in extreme cold before attempting to start the engine - Block heater is essential for reliable winter operation; costs are significant but worthwhile - Turning off cabin heater preserves battery power for engine cranking - Below -20°C becomes increasingly difficult without a block heater; -25°C to -30°C can take 5+ minutes