Hard Start
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo and 2004 Chevrolet Impala. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Hard Start
| Checks | Action |
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| DEFINITION: Engine cranks OK, but does not start for a long time. Does eventually run, or may start but immediately dies. | |
| Preliminary | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Engine Controls . |
| Sensor/System | A variety of sensor or physical conditions may result in a hard start condition without setting a diagnostic trouble code (DTC). In order to determine if any of these conditions exist, perform the following actions:
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| Fuel System | A variety of fuel system conditions may result in a hard start condition without setting a DTC. In order to determine if any of these conditions exist, perform the following actions: |
| Ignition System | A variety of ignition system conditions may result in a hard start condition without setting a DTC. In order to determine if any of these conditions exist. Refer to Electronic Ignition (EI) System Diagnosis . |
| Engine Mechanical | A variety of engine mechanical conditions may result in a hard start condition without setting a DTC. In order to determine if any of these conditions exist. Refer to Engine Compression Test
in Engine Mechanical-3.8L. If incorrect compression is detected, inspect the following items:
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