starting engine

OmegaManEX · Jan 8th, 2003, 02:20 AM

i just wanted to know why my engine has to crank so much during a cold start or when ever i leave it for a while. It usually takes about 3 seconds for the car to start.

is this just my car or all GA's, i just wanna know because i want my car to start like most others, with just a quick turn of the key.

dreadsword · Jan 9th, 2003, 02:19 AM

my 92 1600NX starts instantly, first turnover in any weather. I live in Winnipeg, Canada, with winter temp at -20c (that's -10 farenheit or something), so I can say "any weather" with authority!

--R

sr20 805 · Jan 9th, 2003, 02:29 AM

i've heard of many cars having a lil bit of a harder time starting in cold weather

Jan 9th, 2003, 09:26 AM

mine had until 2 days ago. It turned out to be a coolant temp sensor. Also got back some fuel milage that i was missing.

dono200sx · Jan 11th, 2003, 01:31 AM

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Originally posted by Da91NX
mine had until 2 days ago. It turned out to be a coolant temp sensor. Also got back some fuel milage that i was missing.

How much was that sensor? Mine may end up needing to be replaced. My diver side fan on the radiator isn't coming on. Right now I believe it to be the fan itself being the problem, but that sensor is my second suspect.

Jan 11th, 2003, 08:48 AM

the sensor was only $17.99.

philg6666 · Feb 20th, 2005, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Da91NX

the sensor was only $17.99.

Maybe this is a related problem. My car just quit. Worked great and then just quit. Replaced plugs, wires, distributor, ox sensor & fuel filter. It has spark & fuel and tries to fire but doesn't quit make it. Any suggestions?

B14_Stealth · Feb 21st, 2005, 02:58 PM

pretty much same problem here ^