Common questions

When do long cranks start on a car?

When do long cranks start on a car?

Most people start to notice the longer cranks when it takes 2-3 seconds of cranking before the engine starts compared to starting right up at the turn of the key. Long cranks are typically when the engine cranks for like 4 or more seconds before it starts.

Why does MY BMW crank up in the morning?

After that 1st morning start, it doesn’t happen for the rest of the day, but the misfire is still present during idle. BMW thinkS it’s the high pressure fuel pump. Apparently this is a big problem for alot of the twin turbos BMW makes, that’s why it’s warrantied for 10years or 120,000 miles.

Why does my Car Crank when I turn the key?

That’s correct. The car has never failed to crank when I turn the key. It just cranks for longer before starting if it sits for a few hours (temperature dependent – longer crank when cold outside, less so when warm).

Should I be concerned if my car takes 2-3 tries to start in the morning?

Should I be concerned if my car takes 2-3 tries to start in the morning? My initial thought is Yes… but let me give you the details and hopefully some of you can give me advice…

Why do I have to crank my car twice before it starts?

when you stop cranking momentarily, the fuel pump catches up, raising the pressure in the line. The next time you crank, fuel is available to start the engine. try switching the key to ON for a few seconds, then starting the car. If it starts right up, you can bet the problem is low fuel pressure.

Why does my engine turn over 5-6 times before starting?

Hot or cold engine, it will RANDOMLY turn over 5 to 6 times before starting; mileage 260k, over the past 2 months gas mileage has dropped from 33 MPG to 29 MPG’s. The hard to start symptoms began 2 days ago.

Should I be concerned if my car takes 2-3 tries to start in the morning? My initial thought is Yes… but let me give you the details and hopefully some of you can give me advice…

That’s correct. The car has never failed to crank when I turn the key. It just cranks for longer before starting if it sits for a few hours (temperature dependent – longer crank when cold outside, less so when warm).

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Ruth Doyle