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**Superman** · 4-10-04, 23:33

Long Starts or wont start

Fuel filter-Check the fuel filter to ensure that is it not clogged or providing any problem that could cause a fuel delivery failure.
Injectors-Check the injectors by placing one end of an hose as close to the nozzle as you can, and the other at your ear. You will not hear a clicking if the injectors are malfunctioning or not working at all. You can also run fuel injector cleaner to reassure a clean system.
Fuel Pump-The most common problem is a pressure leak in the fuel lines. To avoid this, turn the key to the “on” position and wait a few moments. This will engage the fuel pump, which will pressurize the lines. The car should start normally at this point.
Battery Terminals-Check that the terminals are clean and have no corrosion or anything that could possibly reduce the flow of current.
Random Things- Check the operation of the gear position switch (atx) or the clutch start circuit (mtx). Check the starter interrupt relay, it is located in the fuse box of the engine compartment. When shut off the car’s fuel pressure should not drop below 5psi, if it does you either have a pressure leak or a broken fuel pump or fuel pressure regulator.
Starter-To check this, when the motor is about to begin rotation listen to hear a clicking noise. This is the solenoid of the starter engaging into the flywheel. To check the solenoid remove the starter, and place the unit in a secured vise, and clamp it down with the solenoid facing outwards. Then using the car’s battery and jumper cables, place the negative cable on the body of the starter, then the positive terminal on the B+ terminal on the starter. Be careful this will cause the solenoid plunger to engage, and begin rotation at very high rpm’s. Do this for a short amount of time to prevent overheating, or damaging the starter.
Ignition System-Go ahead and check the disty and rotor, anything that sends a signal to the distributor/ignition pack.

4-10-04, 23:33	#27 (permalink)
Superman Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Jacksonville, FL, USA Age: 23 iTrader: (0)	Long Starts or wont start Fuel filter-Check the fuel filter to ensure that is it not clogged or providing any problem that could cause a fuel delivery failure. Injectors-Check the injectors by placing one end of an hose as close to the nozzle as you can, and the other at your ear. You will not hear a clicking if the injectors are malfunctioning or not working at all. You can also run fuel injector cleaner to reassure a clean system. Fuel Pump-The most common problem is a pressure leak in the fuel lines. To avoid this, turn the key to the “on” position and wait a few moments. This will engage the fuel pump, which will pressurize the lines. The car should start normally at this point. Battery Terminals-Check that the terminals are clean and have no corrosion or anything that could possibly reduce the flow of current. Random Things- Check the operation of the gear position switch (atx) or the clutch start circuit (mtx). Check the starter interrupt relay, it is located in the fuse box of the engine compartment. When shut off the car’s fuel pressure should not drop below 5psi, if it does you either have a pressure leak or a broken fuel pump or fuel pressure regulator. Starter-To check this, when the motor is about to begin rotation listen to hear a clicking noise. This is the solenoid of the starter engaging into the flywheel. To check the solenoid remove the starter, and place the unit in a secured vise, and clamp it down with the solenoid facing outwards. Then using the car’s battery and jumper cables, place the negative cable on the body of the starter, then the positive terminal on the B+ terminal on the starter. Be careful this will cause the solenoid plunger to engage, and begin rotation at very high rpm’s. Do this for a short amount of time to prevent overheating, or damaging the starter. Ignition System-Go ahead and check the disty and rotor, anything that sends a signal to the distributor/ignition pack. Last edited by Superman : 6-30-04 at 22:37.
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