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Old 05-21-2006, 03:09 AM
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Default Car takes long to start?

About 2 times out of 10 when i start my car, it takes a lot longer than normal. i turn the key and i hear the car turn over, but my rpm's stay low and the car barley starts. Its a pretty new car. Anyone else having the same problem or know what is wrong?
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Old 05-21-2006, 03:11 AM
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i have the same problem
I usually give it like 3 pumps of gas before i start it and sometimes it starts better but sometimes not
anybody know whats wrong?
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Old 05-21-2006, 04:49 AM
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clogged fuel filter maybe.
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Old 05-21-2006, 11:53 AM
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Mine did the same thing yesterday (engine was warm) but, what was interesting though was as soon as I left off the key to stop cranking (atleast 6 or 7 seconds) it was running? Maybe it started right away? But running VERY slowly?

Next time I'll try holding for 2 seconds and let go and see if it's running... Because sometimes when I start it cold it starts fine but, just barely runs for a few seconds then picks up and runs fine...????
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Old 05-21-2006, 12:03 PM
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i had that problem with my 98gt, i changed the fuel pump and filter and problem solved.
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