E28 technical advice asked and given! Troubleshooting, modifications and more.
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disco stu
- Posts: 1897
- Joined: Mar 27, 2007
- Location: Bham, Alabama
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by disco stu »
my car runs fine. pulls strong and consistent, idle smoothly.
but when i start the car it cranks for a good 3-4 seconds.
what would cause this, not getting enough fuel?
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BAVARIANUT
- Posts: 1422
- Joined: Apr 10, 2006
- Location: the Nutmeg state
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by BAVARIANUT »
could be a faulty check valve at the main fuel pump, which holds system pressure when car is off, to prevent vapor lock.
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Dana R
- Posts: 2022
- Joined: Feb 12, 2006
- Location: Winchester, MA
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by Dana R »
It can also be leaky injectors which flood the engine temporarily.