crazy long crank times
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Year: 1997
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crazy long crank times
sorry guys im a jeep newb so bear with me. i got a 97xj with 154k i replaced the plugs wires cap and rotor and im still haveing starting probs. it just cranks for ever before it finally starts. i have tryed the whole turning the key to run for a few sec and off several times and it does not seem to help. i have no idea where to look now could you guys give me a hand
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Year: 1993
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Engine: 4.0 H/O I6
i have the same problem. turn the key on and off about 5-6 times, wait a few seconds before each time. you should hear your fuel pump turn on when you turn the key like 3rd or 4th time. once you hear this, it should start right up..
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purge fuel rail
Did you have the engine running when you purged it? I would recommend not standing on the drivers side of the engine compartment if you do. If this works what you are doing is getting trapped air out of the rail and the Xj marks it's territory by spraying all over you.
I have a similar method for checking for spark. Here hold this . . .
I have a similar method for checking for spark. Here hold this . . .
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Engine: 4.0 liter RENIX I-6, DIY Cold Air Intake, 2.5 FM Exhaust, 3 Core Radiator
....If you're lucky, you will only get wet and smell like gas. If you're not so lucky you could become a Screaming Alpha, do dumb stuff like that. Never push that purge valve when the jeep is running.
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