i have a 94 nissan altima GXE n i cant get it to start...i just changed brand new spark plugs,wires and distributor...the only way i can get it on is pumping the gas a couple times. then i turn it off and let sit there for few mins and then try to turn it back on again i wont do it until i pump the gas again. what could that be, if u have any idea pls let me know... thanksHow can i get my engine to start?If you have to pump gas first before your car starts, then it is the fuel line or the filter that should be the culprit. Also, if the fuel line has some air to it (meaning some air leaked into the fuel line), you can remove the fuel line, then start the engine. Of course it will not start, but the onset of gas from your tank will push out the air in the line. When gas spurts, or leaks out, then put it back ( you reconnect the line), and that should go smoothly from there.
Happy motoring!How can i get my engine to start?bad starterHow can i get my engine to start?Have you changed the gas filter? That happened to mine.How can i get my engine to start?get your battery checked.How can i get my engine to start?Does it make any noise when you attempt to start it?How can i get my engine to start?Please refer to: http://www.renditionauto.com/Products.html
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Monday, September 19, 2011
How can i stop this?
i have a 1998 nissan maxima, and its been sitting a few months due to needs transmission im about to put it in shop to get that fixed but ive been noticing since its been sitting, everytime it rains or i clean the engine/something with water it gives me a problem starting, what could be getting wet? ive installed a cold air intake since its been sitting but thats not getting touched as i never cleaned the engine then and it did it before, and i had it diagnostic tested and had a valve 5 misfire so i planned on changing all spark plugs and plug wires once the car is mobile again, any other thoughts on what i could do to stop this? and the ignition switch is kinda messed up as in where the original key i can literraly take the key out of the ignition when the car is in drive or anygear and running, so i usually spend a few seconds messing with that to get the key in the right spot to start the car but ive been noticing this in the rain, any answers?How can i stop this?plug wires and distributor cap getting damp change them and spray them with WD40 or any type of silicone this will keep the water out and solve your problem this will not effect your tumbler assemblyHow can i stop this?what?? ok start overHow can i stop this?Distributer cap.How can i stop this?Probably what he said (Blunt Honesty)How can i stop this?First off, Quit spraying your engine with water,
There are a number of electrical components under the hood that should not get wet.
The reason it won't start after washing the engine is because you're shorting thigs out. Primarily the distributor cap.
If you got water inside the distributor cap, it will take a VERY long time for the water to evaporate. Remove the distributor cap and let it sit and dry out for a day.
As far as the key problem, you will have to replace the tumbler assembly.How can i stop this?well all depends on what your missing when it won't start.
do you have spark when it acts up?
if so, are you getting fuel?
If you could give me the answers to those two question, a better diagnosis could be made.How can i stop this?You have several issues going on that could be causing the problem, so you need to address them in order to get the car performing properly. First off, assuming that you are going to go ahead and actually do all the fixes you claim, I'd go ahead and change out the plugs %26amp; wires now. It's not overly expensive and might help with your starting problem. If you have old wires with cracked insulation, the moisture might be seeping into them and causing your wet weather problem. The bad ignition switch could also be the culprit and not the moisture. It will need to be replaced eventually. I suggest doing so...your starting problem might go away.
Also if water's creeping in under the hood, it could be getting the distributor wet. (When you are cleaning the engine, you should always cover the distributor with plastic to keep it dry. If you haven't been, that could be your problem right there.) Check the distributor cap for cracks, etc. where condensation or moisture could be seeping in, check battery wires to see if they are in good shape, and inspect the starter and wires to it for cracks, damage, or evidence of shorting.
If you are convinced it's a moisture issue, a good way of finding out where the water might be going is to hose down the car, then look under the hood to see if the water is seeping in someplace via a bad hood seal, etc...
Hope this helps a little.How can i stop this?Great tip with the WD-40. If the distributor is getting wet, check to see how. If it is from washing the engine quit doing that! You shouldn't be washing it anyway. WD-40 will essentially dry your disrtibutor instantly. (the WD in WD-40 stands for water displacing)
As for the key issue, take it into your dealer and have them fix it. This does not affect how the car starts, but they do wear out and sometimes they can be turned with any object that fits in there.
There are a number of electrical components under the hood that should not get wet.
The reason it won't start after washing the engine is because you're shorting thigs out. Primarily the distributor cap.
If you got water inside the distributor cap, it will take a VERY long time for the water to evaporate. Remove the distributor cap and let it sit and dry out for a day.
As far as the key problem, you will have to replace the tumbler assembly.How can i stop this?well all depends on what your missing when it won't start.
do you have spark when it acts up?
if so, are you getting fuel?
If you could give me the answers to those two question, a better diagnosis could be made.How can i stop this?You have several issues going on that could be causing the problem, so you need to address them in order to get the car performing properly. First off, assuming that you are going to go ahead and actually do all the fixes you claim, I'd go ahead and change out the plugs %26amp; wires now. It's not overly expensive and might help with your starting problem. If you have old wires with cracked insulation, the moisture might be seeping into them and causing your wet weather problem. The bad ignition switch could also be the culprit and not the moisture. It will need to be replaced eventually. I suggest doing so...your starting problem might go away.
Also if water's creeping in under the hood, it could be getting the distributor wet. (When you are cleaning the engine, you should always cover the distributor with plastic to keep it dry. If you haven't been, that could be your problem right there.) Check the distributor cap for cracks, etc. where condensation or moisture could be seeping in, check battery wires to see if they are in good shape, and inspect the starter and wires to it for cracks, damage, or evidence of shorting.
If you are convinced it's a moisture issue, a good way of finding out where the water might be going is to hose down the car, then look under the hood to see if the water is seeping in someplace via a bad hood seal, etc...
Hope this helps a little.How can i stop this?Great tip with the WD-40. If the distributor is getting wet, check to see how. If it is from washing the engine quit doing that! You shouldn't be washing it anyway. WD-40 will essentially dry your disrtibutor instantly. (the WD in WD-40 stands for water displacing)
As for the key issue, take it into your dealer and have them fix it. This does not affect how the car starts, but they do wear out and sometimes they can be turned with any object that fits in there.
Weird question, how can I remove the leftover spark plug wire that got stuck in valve cover way down there,?
Recently I asked a question stating that after fixing a water pump that was leaking really bad that my car still wasnt running right, the mechanic said I just needed a tune up but wanted to charge 210 dollars for parts and labor. I realized I had a warranty for the customer fit wires (5 of them) and decided to change them myself. Well apparently when my engine overheated when the water pump was bad one of the wires had sort of melted in the long hole, I pulled it up anyways and only 4/5 of the wire came up, where the other plastic part stayed down there, we have tried pliers, long nose and it just wont come up, i suggested melting it again to loosen it but that didnt work either. Does anyone know what I can do, the hole is not that big but its deep, its for a 96 nissan altima.Weird question, how can I remove the leftover spark plug wire that got stuck in valve cover way down there,?I am not sure of which hole you are talking about. What
I can say for sure is that if it isn't the spark plug hole
with the wire broken off where it connects onto the
spark plug, you can just leave it, and attach your new
wire to the plug. Just be sure to see that the wire
doesn't touch the exhaust manifold anywhere.
Now, if it is a case where the wire has broken off
with it still connected to the spark plug there are
two things you can try.
First, try to twist the wire on the plug to see if you
can get it to break free to pull off. If that doesn't
work you can cut the wire off as close to the top
of the plug as possible, then use a regular deep
well socket to remove, and replace the spark plug.
You don't want to use a spark plug socket as it
may not slip over the connector enough to grasp
the spark plug to remove. You want enough room
inside the socket to accommodate the remaining
piece of the wire so that it can slip onto the plug
to remove.Weird question, how can I remove the leftover spark plug wire that got stuck in valve cover way down there,?use a bent metal clothes hanger to fish it out.Weird question, how can I remove the leftover spark plug wire that got stuck in valve cover way down there,?Get a long pair of needle nose pliers. It will come out if you pull hard enough.cope with a cheating hairdresser using my own colour
I can say for sure is that if it isn't the spark plug hole
with the wire broken off where it connects onto the
spark plug, you can just leave it, and attach your new
wire to the plug. Just be sure to see that the wire
doesn't touch the exhaust manifold anywhere.
Now, if it is a case where the wire has broken off
with it still connected to the spark plug there are
two things you can try.
First, try to twist the wire on the plug to see if you
can get it to break free to pull off. If that doesn't
work you can cut the wire off as close to the top
of the plug as possible, then use a regular deep
well socket to remove, and replace the spark plug.
You don't want to use a spark plug socket as it
may not slip over the connector enough to grasp
the spark plug to remove. You want enough room
inside the socket to accommodate the remaining
piece of the wire so that it can slip onto the plug
to remove.Weird question, how can I remove the leftover spark plug wire that got stuck in valve cover way down there,?use a bent metal clothes hanger to fish it out.Weird question, how can I remove the leftover spark plug wire that got stuck in valve cover way down there,?Get a long pair of needle nose pliers. It will come out if you pull hard enough.
How much does it cost for..............?
How much does it cost to get a oil change and oil filter change and one tune up consisting of changing whatever is aplicable in you car like spark plugs spark plug wires distributor cap distibutor rotor air filter and fuel filterHow much does it cost for..............?Well that depends if you do it or if you pay someone else.
If you do it, it'll cost about 100 dollars for the oil, oil filter, air filter, spark plugs, spark plug wires. %26quot; may be more because spark plug wires can get expensive%26quot;
If you pay someone else to do it... its going to be over 300 dollars for labor and parts. Mechanics rate is now 90/hr. so good luck using them!...How much does it cost for..............?You have to tell us what kind of car you have before we can answer.How much does it cost for..............?It depends in what car you have, but if you what a full tune up it will cost you around 120-150 also it depends in what oil you what and spark plugs.How much does it cost for..............?id say between 100-125
If you do it, it'll cost about 100 dollars for the oil, oil filter, air filter, spark plugs, spark plug wires. %26quot; may be more because spark plug wires can get expensive%26quot;
If you pay someone else to do it... its going to be over 300 dollars for labor and parts. Mechanics rate is now 90/hr. so good luck using them!...How much does it cost for..............?You have to tell us what kind of car you have before we can answer.How much does it cost for..............?It depends in what car you have, but if you what a full tune up it will cost you around 120-150 also it depends in what oil you what and spark plugs.How much does it cost for..............?id say between 100-125
I have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?
on my 2002 sl2 i have a misfire on the #1 cylinder i have changed the plugs wires egnition module and coils and it still misses i even swapped the plug wires to make sure they were good and the spark plugs and still stayed on #1 the compression on all cylinders is around 180psi i was just wandering if it could be caused by the crank sensor and how could i check that besides that the only other thing i can think of is the fuel injector and i run cleaner through every oil change any ideasI have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?A valve is sticking it sounds like. You need that valve replacedI have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?IT'S A SATURN............THAT'S THE PROBLEMI have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?You;ve lareday tried everything I would have mentioned.
On a side note, I once had my 92 Saturn SL1 tuned at the dealer. I went on a trip and it started misfiring. I finally got it to a garage, and found out that the Dealer's mechanic hadn't screwed one of my plugs back in all the way.I have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?180 PSI sounds quite high....should be around 120. Sounds like a difficult problem. Possibly the computer. I think I'd start with looking at the crank sensor as well as the crank sensor ring. There should be two sensors. There is a cam sensor most likely. Some engines have 2 crank sensors, some have 1 crank and 1 cam. But you'll generally find them both when you look closely. Could be one of the two. My cousin had an 89 MK VIII that would develop a miss when the turn signal light burned out. Go figure. Good luck.I have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?use a noid light to test wire to the #1 injector if you get a signal all the cam \crank sensors are working it is probally the injector it can be tested you dont need to keep swaping parts that is the expencive way to fix thingsI have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?Secondary fuel mixture problems can make a cylinder miss fire. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) gasses may be blocked off from some of the cylinders, and overloading #1 cylinder with too much exhaust gas which would cause a lean miss fire. Or, you could have an intake manifold gasket leaking too much air into the #1 cylinder. You need to hook up a shop scanner to your OBD-II data port (under the steering wheel) and monitor the cylinder misfire and fuel trim data.
On a side note, I once had my 92 Saturn SL1 tuned at the dealer. I went on a trip and it started misfiring. I finally got it to a garage, and found out that the Dealer's mechanic hadn't screwed one of my plugs back in all the way.I have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?180 PSI sounds quite high....should be around 120. Sounds like a difficult problem. Possibly the computer. I think I'd start with looking at the crank sensor as well as the crank sensor ring. There should be two sensors. There is a cam sensor most likely. Some engines have 2 crank sensors, some have 1 crank and 1 cam. But you'll generally find them both when you look closely. Could be one of the two. My cousin had an 89 MK VIII that would develop a miss when the turn signal light burned out. Go figure. Good luck.I have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?use a noid light to test wire to the #1 injector if you get a signal all the cam \crank sensors are working it is probally the injector it can be tested you dont need to keep swaping parts that is the expencive way to fix thingsI have a misfire on a 2002 saturn sl2 what could be the problem?Secondary fuel mixture problems can make a cylinder miss fire. The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) gasses may be blocked off from some of the cylinders, and overloading #1 cylinder with too much exhaust gas which would cause a lean miss fire. Or, you could have an intake manifold gasket leaking too much air into the #1 cylinder. You need to hook up a shop scanner to your OBD-II data port (under the steering wheel) and monitor the cylinder misfire and fuel trim data.
93 suzuki gsx600f katana?
I bought a 93 suzuki gsx600f katana not running. I changed the spark plugs, sp wires, coils, and cleaned the carbs. and it will start but when I got it the gas tank wasnt connected and I have no idea how that is supposed to be hooked up?93 suzuki gsx600f katana?This won't be your only puzzle on the bike, just get you a shop manual and it will show you how to hook it up and help with the next 3 problems you will have.
I guarantee it.
I guarantee it.
'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?
I have been noticing that my jeep is having a drastic decline in fuel mileage. I was getting around 330-350 miles per tank. The last couple tanks I got 210!! I replaced my spark plugs, distributor cap, and spark plug wires. No discernible change. I have also noticed a loss in power and acceleration. Any ideas about what is going on or how to fix it?'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?This happened to me last month. I dont know if this could be your problem but....
The last time i got my oil changed the oil they used was defective or something and the it turned into a sludge and went through the engine.
I had to put my car in the shop for 2 weeks.
bring it to the dealership'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?i hate to sound dumb and say something so obvious but... check the air filter...'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?Fuel filter, fuel injector, air filter, tire pressure. Start there. Sometimes the computer needs to be reset. Take the battery cables off and leave them off for at least 30 minutes. Sometimes you need a new computer. Hope some of that works!'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?did you replace the fuel filter? If not try that and add a good injector cleaner to a full tank of fuel.'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?1. Change air filter
2. and gas filter.
Those are the 2 cheapest things that might help.
Either could cause the loss of power and acceleration--but the gas filter is the most likely cause of the 2 listed.'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?sounds like you might have a fuel system problem, try going under and replacing the pump and the lines
you might also be losing power due to a failing ignition box,
you're best off taking it down to a trusted auto shop and having them run a diagnostic test
The last time i got my oil changed the oil they used was defective or something and the it turned into a sludge and went through the engine.
I had to put my car in the shop for 2 weeks.
bring it to the dealership'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?i hate to sound dumb and say something so obvious but... check the air filter...'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?Fuel filter, fuel injector, air filter, tire pressure. Start there. Sometimes the computer needs to be reset. Take the battery cables off and leave them off for at least 30 minutes. Sometimes you need a new computer. Hope some of that works!'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?did you replace the fuel filter? If not try that and add a good injector cleaner to a full tank of fuel.'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?1. Change air filter
2. and gas filter.
Those are the 2 cheapest things that might help.
Either could cause the loss of power and acceleration--but the gas filter is the most likely cause of the 2 listed.'99 Jeep Cherokee is getting ALMOST HALF of its previous fuel mileage.?sounds like you might have a fuel system problem, try going under and replacing the pump and the lines
you might also be losing power due to a failing ignition box,
you're best off taking it down to a trusted auto shop and having them run a diagnostic test
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