Engine Starting Issues Analysis Cases
Comprehensive analysis of engine starting problems including no-start conditions, hard starting, and intermittent starting issues.
1996 Plymouth Voyager Won't Fire After Repair Attempts
1996 Plymouth Voyager
The owner reports that their 1996 Plymouth Voyager with a 3.3L engine was initially running fine but began stalling and then died completely. The vehi...
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2001 Hyundai Accent Hard Start and Rough Idle Diagnosis
2001 Hyundai Accent
The owner reports that the 2001 Hyundai Accent has difficulty starting and exhibits a rough idle when cold. The problem occurs primarily in the mornin...
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2002 Dodge Truck Starting Problem Diagnosis
2002 Dodge Truck
The owner reports an intermittent starting issue with their 2002 Dodge Truck. Sometimes the engine starts normally, while other times it only produces...
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2002 Saturn SL1 Check Engine Light Diagnostics
2002 Saturn SL1
The owner of a 2002 Saturn SL1 reports that after changing the spark plugs and wires, the check engine light stayed off for three weeks. However, afte...
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1997 Saturn SC2 Timing Chain Adjustment Procedure
1997 Saturn SC2
The owner is having trouble starting their 1997 Saturn SC2 after attempting to adjust the timing chain. They followed a timing diagram but now the veh...
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1998 Saturn SC2 Turns Over but Won't Start
1998 Saturn SC2
The owner reported that while backing out of the driveway, the engine suddenly stopped as if the key was turned off. The engine cranks but fails to st...
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1999 Acura TL Car Start But Stall Diagnosis
1999 Acura TL
The owner reports that the 1999 Acura TL starts but stalls shortly after. The idling speed is between 1500-2300 RPM when cold, stabilizing just under ...
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2002 Saturn SL2 Starts for 1 Sec, Then Dies
2002 Saturn SL2
The owner has a 2002 Saturn SL2, which they recently changed the engine on. After the replacement, the vehicle cranks and starts for about one second ...
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1997 Ford Taurus Intermittent Stalling and No Start
1997 Ford Taurus
The owner's wife was driving the 1997 Ford Taurus when the car began to slow down and eventually shut off while on the highway. After pulling over, th...
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2000 Chrysler Cirrus No Start After Fuel Pump Replacement
2000 Chrysler Cirrus
The owner reports that their 2000 Chrysler Cirrus just stopped running while driving. After this incident, they replaced the fuel pump, but the vehicl...
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1985 Toyota Landcruiser Cranks but Won't Start
1985 Toyota Landcruiser
The owner of the 1985 Toyota Landcruiser reported that the vehicle cranks but does not start. The issue was noted particularly in cold and rainy condi...
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1998 Buick Regal No Start Condition
1998 Buick Regal GS
The owner reports that their 1998 Buick Regal GS will not crank or start. Just before this issue occurred while driving, all dashboard lights started ...
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1995 Chrysler Sebring Turning Over but Won't Crank
1995 Chrysler Sebring
The owner's 1995 Chrysler Sebring is turning over but not cranking. Recent actions include replacing the distributor, checking the timing, and install...
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Engine Wiring Issues Causing No Start Condition
unknown Jeep unknown
The owner reported that while driving, the engine suddenly lost power and stopped running when they went to refuel. They are now unable to restart the...
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2002 Dodge Ram No Start Issue After Sudden Shutdown
2002 Dodge Ram
The owner describes that while driving, the 2002 Dodge Ram was operating normally but the next morning it would not start. The engine cranks slowly an...
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1998 Pontiac Transport Engine Turns Over, No Start
1998 Pontiac Transport
The owner reports that the engine turns over without starting. The battery is strong, and the engine fires well, indicating a good ignition system. Ho...
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1989 GMC C3500 Engine Won't Start After Thermostat Replacement
1989 GMC C3500
The owner replaced the thermostat on their 1989 GMC C3500, but now the engine won't start. They reported that after the thermostat installation, the e...
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1995 BMW 525i Cranks but Won't Start After Head Replacement
1995 BMW 525i
The owner reported that after an overheating incident that caused the engine to shut down, they discovered a cracked head. Following the replacement o...
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