[urq] Starting Problem

[LL - NY]

One thing to potentially check out is leaking fuel injectors. Fuel leaks out
of the injectors, system looses start up pressure, and long starts ensue.
Gets worse the longer the car sits, up to the pont that the system pressure
drops to zero. Not only are the hard starts a problem, but the fuel is also
leaing into (contaminating) the crankcase oil. A real telltale is if the car
smells like gas when you walk up to it (if stored inside). As I recall, CIS
injectors should be replaced every 60(!?!?!? some other lister's help here)
K miles or so.

HTH,

LL - NY

On 11/30/08, Max Hoepli <mhoepli at vif.com> wrote:
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> Hi all,
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>
>
> Starting engine with 1986 Type Turbo Quattro, sometimes when left for
> longer
> time in cold weather the car has to be cranked for a long time, 4 cranks
> each 10 seconds, then car puffs and puffs and runs. Mechanic told me it has
> something to do with air intake, and sensors. Ignition is not problem
> according to him. He once used a T-shaped Allen screw to remedy problem. If
> temperature is 5C+ there is no problem.
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>
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> Any comments?
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>
> Max
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