Update on starting problem

[Daniel Beckman 2]

Ok, so last week, the trac started acting up. She usually starts on the first try, but now it takes 2 or more to finally get started. Fuel injector cleaner has been added 3 weeks ago, other then that nothing has changed. I have been good about oil changes, but she's at 94000 miles, any suggestions? I'm planning a full tune up next weekend. Thanks in advance for the help.





So, I tried the gas pedal down 1/3 and that made a little difference. Then I tried turning the key a couple times to prime the fuel pump and that works great. Does this mean I have to replace the fuel pump? And if so, does any one know how much that will cost? I want to do it myself if at all possable. Thanks.

 

[Todd Z]

Sounds like the fuel Filter or pump are bad.....



I would change the fuel filter first and take it from there...



Todd Z

 

[Bill Barber]

having the exact same issue, new filter (no help) me thinks it is the Fuel Pump

 

[Kevin Palmer]

I am with Todd, if it is not the filter, chances are very high it is the pump....

 

[Tom Schindler]

Have you both checked the battery cables?



I had the same issue where it took longer to start. It would crank over and over and then it would finally start. The poisitive cable was loose. Tightened it up and the problem went away.





Tom

 

[Evan F]

A lot of times it is the Fuel Pump Inertia Switch

 

[Bill Barber]

Don't see how Evan, is an on off switch, Dunno