Should diesel engines be heated before driving, and by how much
Car owners with diesel engines often face the question of whether to warm up the engine and how long to do it. In winter, an idle warm-up is a common practice aimed at getting the heating system up and running so passengers feel warmth sooner.
According to Sergey Shabunin, who heads the service team at the Veshnyaki Avto technical center, the recommended approach is to warm the car at idle until the heating radiator begins delivering warm air into the cabin. He notes that a diesel engine is considered warmed when the passenger compartment begins to feel comfortably heated and the engine temperature has reached an appropriate level. In practical terms, engines reach operating temperature around 50-60 degrees, and during startup some vehicles enter a warm-up mode with elevated idle, typically around 1100-1200 rpm, which later settles to about 700-800 rpm. This observation highlights the value of watching the engine behavior to determine when warmth is sufficient. (Attribution: Expert guidance from the Veshnyaki Avto technical center as summarized for this overview)
For many diesel owners, the installation of a preheater is seen as the best option. A preheater ensures that, by the time the driver returns to the car, the engine and cooling system have already reached a state closer to normal operating temperature. This means the vehicle is ready to go with minimal wait for heater warmth, and it can also reduce wear by avoiding running a cold engine. (Attribution: Practical recommendations from diesel owner guidance)
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