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Old 12-27-2012, 07:27 AM
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Hi guys.

Quick question Google can't seem to help me with. My 89 5.0 is having some hard start issues. Early morning cold starts - I turn the key, hear the pump prime, but then it rolls and rolls. Doesn't catch. If I hold the gas to the floor, it fires right up every time and goes right to a nice smooth idle. Starts fine when warm. Doesn't need the skinny pedal treatment.

Where should I start looking this weekend?

Thanks in advance
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Old 12-27-2012, 09:45 AM
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clean the IAC and MAF and see if it helps.
When it does start and idle what does it Idle at after it starts? Im guessing the IAC is either clogged up or stuck.
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Old 12-27-2012, 12:14 PM
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Originally Posted by dawson1112
clean the IAC and MAF and see if it helps.
When it does start and idle what does it Idle at after it starts? Im guessing the IAC is either clogged up or stuck.
clean your map to. just my 2 cents. mainly your maf.


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Old 12-31-2012, 10:44 AM
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Changed air filter, cleaned MAF & IAC. Runs like a new car. Thanks guys.
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