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Old Jul 5, 2013 | 02:22 PM
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1999 FRC with 100k miles.

I've noticed recently when I start the car "cold" - (after it's been sitting for several hours or more) that it takes several starter rotations to fire. It used to start "immediately" - regradless of how long it was sitting. The battery is virtually new and it starts immediately if it is warm. I am wondering about fuel pressure...

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Old Jul 5, 2013 | 06:26 PM
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Have you had this issue over several tanks of fuel?
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Old Jul 5, 2013 | 07:09 PM
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My 99 FRC with 99,000 miles does the EXACT same thing lol
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It started just a few days ago, so no -only 1 tank of gas involved so far. I'll keep you posted on it.
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Old Jul 6, 2013 | 01:04 AM
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I seen a few threads on these and it has to do with fuel pressure and air in the line. Do a search and you should see them pop up. You will need to measure your pressure cold and hot.
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