I just bought a 98 cherokee. It runs great but it turns over alot before starting. Why the delayed starts?

 

Not sure on the reasoning besides It's a common problem. At least thats what i got told when i asked the ?. never been a problem for me so i don't worry bout it. Maybe someone else will have a better answer

Bastard Child

 

fairly common problem, try turning your key in the on position for a few seconds before starting. this will give the fuel pump a bit more time to prime making it easier to start.

-Kyle

 

i got and have always had that problem....even when i prime the fuel system it still cranks a lot.....it could be a ****ty crankshaft position sensor but not sure.....

This is Kyle: just a heads up, please dont defeat the censor thanks

 

Thanks guys. I'm gonna pursue this matter. I think I might try an inline fuel pump or may be a hotter ignition. I'll let ya know if I have any success.

 

hotter ignition? what exactly is that?

 

here, I have the same problem. In my thread there is a link talking about it. You need a bmw check valve after the fuel filter.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/showth...=8748#post8748
here is the link
http://www.jeepsunlimited.com/forums...ght=long+crank