Eric Cheung Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 My 97 ES300 takes about 2 seconds to start the engine when the engine is coldl. When the engine is still warm (within 2 hours after switching off), it starts almost instantly. What could possibly be the problem? I was told that the battery might be low. Is there a conveniently and reliable way to test the battery? Thanks in advance! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IlyaIlya Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 mine does that, people suggested doing a tune up, but I am too lazy for that, and doubt it would help, I think its because of fuel pressure try putting the ignition key on ON position for few seconds or doing it few times, and then start car, if it starts right away, that means that the fuel pressure is built before car was started. But it not there if the car was not driven/started for a while. I just know to hold it half-1second longer when i first start car, and I have no problems, I dont think you should worry that much, concerning battery, I doubt it, check if Batt light comes on, or check with v oltmeter, but I doubt that its anything to worry about hope this helps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amf1932 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 I don't think that you have anything to worry about. 2 seconds is really not a long time for the starter to crank. ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexusk8 Posted September 30, 2004 Share Posted September 30, 2004 Check your spark plugs (if they haven't been changed in the last 90K miles). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKperformance Posted October 1, 2004 Share Posted October 1, 2004 cold cars run rich, meaning the throttle plate has to open to compensate for the additional gas, FP is highly unlikely as it would be more relavent under wot than idle. iacv is your problem Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Cheung Posted October 1, 2004 Author Share Posted October 1, 2004 Thanks for all your replies!. Really appreciated that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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