Engine Starting Issues Analysis Cases
Comprehensive analysis of engine starting problems including no-start conditions, hard starting, and intermittent starting issues.
1997 GMC Sierra Hard Cold Start Diagnosis
1997 GMC Sierra
The owner of a 1997 GMC Sierra reports difficulty starting the vehicle after it has been sitting cold. The truck starts with ether or carb cleaner but...
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2001 Saturn SL Intermittent No Start Issue
2001 Saturn SL
The owner of a 2001 Saturn SL reports intermittent starting issues, where the vehicle will crank but not start. This has occurred twice in the past we...
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1999 Honda Accord Rough Start Issue
1999 Honda Accord
The owner reports that their 1999 Honda Accord with 105,000 miles typically does not start unless gas is applied. Once started, the engine runs smooth...
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2000 Pontiac Sunfire Won't Start After Running Out of Gas
2000 Pontiac Sunfire
The owner of a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire reported that after running out of gas, the vehicle fails to start. They attempted to prime the fuel system by tur...
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1995 Pontiac Grand Prix Won't Start After Repairs
1995 Pontiac Grand Prix
The owner reports that their 1995 Pontiac Grand Prix SE (3.1L V6) has not started since October. After some repairs, including checking the timing, re...
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1997 Dodge Ram 1500 Starting and Idle Issues
1997 Dodge Ram 1500
The owner of a 1997 Dodge Ram 1500 with 105,000 miles is experiencing starting issues. The truck has trouble starting and dies unless the gas pedal is...
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1995 Ford Probe Cranks but Won't Start
1995 Ford Probe
The owner reports that their 1995 Ford Probe has difficulty starting on cold days. After not starting for three days, the engine cranks but won't star...
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1995 GMC Sierra Truck Hesitation on Cold Start
1995 GMC Sierra 1500
The owner describes that their 1995 GMC Sierra 1500 with a 5.7L engine hesitates when cold and does not respond to gas immediately, taking a few secon...
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Intermittent Starting Issue on 2000 Saturn SC2
2000 Saturn SC2
The owner reports intermittent starting issues with a 2000 Saturn SC2. Initially, the vehicle would not start at all, leading the previous owner to se...
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Intermittent Horn Blast When Starting 2001 Audi TT
2001 Audi TT
The owner reports that after replacing the rack and pinion in their 2001 Audi TT, the horn intermittently blasts when starting the car. They are conce...
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1998 Buick Regal Bumpy Start and Antifreeze Leak
1998 Buick Regal
The owner reports a bumpy start-up issue with their 1998 Buick Regal and an antifreeze leak. They have to refill the coolant periodically, though ther...
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1988 Ford F350 Diesel Won't Start After Running Out of Fuel
1988 Ford F350
The owner reports that their 1988 Ford F350 diesel truck ran out of diesel fuel and now won't start again. They mentioned previous use of starting flu...
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1995 Dodge Truck Engine Dies Under Load
1995 Dodge Truck
The vehicle starts and revs normally, but the engine dies when put into gear and torque is applied while driving. The owner has replaced several compo...
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2003 BMW Mini Cooper Won't Start - Intermittent Issues
2003 BMW Mini Cooper
The owner reports that their 2003 Mini Cooper cranks but won't start. They checked the spark plugs and injector pulse, finding both fire once and then...
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1997 Pontiac Sunfire Won't Start/Stall Diagnosed
1997 Pontiac Sunfire
The owner of a 1997 Pontiac Sunfire reported an intermittent starting issue where the vehicle would stall after starting. The problem appeared after r...
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1999 Volvo S70 Hard Starts Diagnosis
1999 Volvo S70
The owner reports hard starting issues with their 1999 Volvo S70. Initially replaced the oxygen sensor and mass air flow meter after a P1142 code was ...
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1999 Dodge Dakota Hard to Start and Power Loss
1997-2004 Dodge Dakota
The owner reports that their 1999 Dodge Dakota takes two or more attempts to start, with the engine turning over fine but lacking power during takeoff...
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2000 BMW 740 Oil Smoke on Startup Diagnosis
2000 BMW 740
The owner of a 2000 BMW 740 reports that the vehicle smokes heavily during startup, with oil found on the spark plugs and in the boot. This issue aros...
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