It began this fall, started the car it ran rough and I notice the temp gauge jumping from cold to normal operating temp. Disconnected the battery and checked temp and other connections. That stopped the gauge from jumping around but now I have to spray starting fluid a few times before it'll run. I gave it a full tune-up, NGK @ .040, wires, EGR, etc. then had all engine codes cleared. Codes were misfires on #1 & #4 Cyl, knock sensor.. No change, any help would greatly appreciated.
'96 SL2 will not start cold
Jan 21, 2006
2 Replies
Three ideas you can try:
- Clean the throttle body and air intake thoroughly.
- Remove the fuel injector connectors and clean them with a good electrical contact cleaner, then reinstall.
- Check the fuel line pressure. It could be a clogged filter, fuel pump, or regulator.
Good luck.
Bob
Fuel pressure & flow would be the first place to start. If it runs ok after using starting fluid, it generally comes down to a fuel problem. An engine requires more fuel to start than run. James
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