Here are Some Tricks to Diagnose a Car That Cranks Too Long Before it Starts

Рет қаралды 918,124

8 жыл бұрын

We've all had a car where it is always a hassle trying to get it to fire up and start, it either cranks and cranks before it starts or you have to pump the gas pedal or simply try cranking the engine a couple times before it start. Well in this video I go over some potential causes and fixes that could help you fix this problem.
Please consider supporting this channel: / ratchets
Please Consider Supporting My Channel at : / rnw
Facebook: / ratchets2015
Twitter: / ratchets15
Instagram: / ratchetsandwrenches
Here are some other video's you may find interesting:
How to Diagnose Engine Problems by Looking at Spark Plugs: • What You Can Learn Fro...
How to Test Spark Plug Wires: • Couple of Neat Tricks ...
How to Clean a Throttle Body and Idle Air Control Valve: • How to Clean a Throttl...
How to Test a MAF Sensor: • How to Test a Mass Air...
How to Test a Throttle Position Sensor: • How to Test a Throttle...
How to Restore a Faded Headlight: • Ultimate Guide on How ...
How to Test an O2 Sensor: • How to Test an Oxygen ...
How to Remove Scratches From Your Car: • How to Remove Scratche...
If this video helped you out please don't forget to subscribe, give it a thumbs up or if you are feeling generous leaving a tip by clicking the " i " button on the top right corner of the screen. Thank you very much for your support!
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of Ratchetsand Wrenches, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. Ratchetsand Wrenches assumes no liability for any property or personal damage that may arise from doing a repair on your vehicle after watching any of my repair video's. Due to factors beyond the control of Ratchetsand Wrenches, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Again Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Ratchetsand Wrenches.

Пікірлер: 659

@gordwrath6811 Жыл бұрын

Um. I love you. Showing diagrams. Parts. How they work. Explaining things. Why are you not more popular? This is what we need!

@sputwino 2 жыл бұрын

Wow Bud, this is absolutely the most informative video I have ever came across that answered every single question in one video. You are the best dude, keep up the good work and God bless you and your family. Thank you

@pfschuyler 2 жыл бұрын

He nailed it, and two mechanics completely missed this. Something with our fuel system pressure. Where have all the good mechanics like this gone?

@juansalas6259 2 жыл бұрын

They left this cut throat industry. There are easier way to make money. I left in 1994 and went into engineering..

@ryans413 Жыл бұрын

A car that’s working well should start on the second to third crank so pretty much instant if it dosnt and it’s a long crank something is up. It should start instantly if the vehicle got good fuel pressure and good spark plugs

@claireh.7605 Жыл бұрын

Can rebuilt AUS fuel injectors cause this long crank?

@thebordernow 3 жыл бұрын

Kudos to you, Sir - you are a scholar and a gentleman! I like how you not only tell (and then later rank-order) the likely causes for the problem, but how you also give a brief simple explanation about the "Why" behind the various possible culprits. Thanks!

@beehappycoleman7159 7 жыл бұрын

You're an angel for sharing so much knowledge! Being a woman who would not bother to learn about cars (if it were not for KZfaq), then I would have to go to books and learn before taking my car to the mechanic. I can actually try a few of these diagnostics myself and take the rest to the mechanic for the fuel pressure test. Thank you!

@marcosggalvan6903 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the troubleshooting tips. IAC and MAF needed cleaning. Running like a champ now.

@bangyai3194 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Very informative and easy to follow. I was considering pushing the car off a cliff as a permanent fix but having watched this I'll have a closer look at the sensors . ( Already got new plugs, leads and air filter )

@marcoescalante3041 2 жыл бұрын

Trtonooooootmthjohooonojnohj johjo

@AchillesofAchilles Жыл бұрын

I subbed. You definitely are a licensed machanic. Unlike 90% of the KZfaqrs on KZfaq about mechanical issues.

@ajdemon7435 3 жыл бұрын

just wanted to say thank you. Ive been trying to find someone that could teach me something reliable for the last 4 years or so, cuz as it is, everything i know mechanically i only learned out of mistakes and neccessity, so i really appreciate not having to learn everything via time consuming mistakes that arent very friendly on my wallet. Looking forward to hopefully seeing if any other of your channels are as helpful to me.

@dinosapien 3 жыл бұрын

I tried this trick on my 2003 Hyundai Accent that was stuck at work for 2 days. After several attempts of repeating the steps over and over, the damn thing started up and luckily I got to drive it home before it went out again. Thanks for the tutorial, you saved me $$$ for a tow.

@stevenshackelford1937 Жыл бұрын

After watching your videos... seems I am telling my mechanic more on what to do than I should ever have to. Like one of the comments said..."where have all the knowledgeable mechanics gone" ??? (not to mention the HONEST Ones) Wish I could find one. Your videos are invaluable to us people who don't have money to pay for hit and miss attempts!!! TY so very much.

@thearchitect4659 2 жыл бұрын

5 years later and this video came in very helpful on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at 8:27 am thanks man glad you do these videos

@dgr89cof Жыл бұрын

Watching this video now 10-4-2022 .

@protoculture289 7 жыл бұрын

I had this very same issue with my car I was able to correct the problem right away by buying a brand new car and just like that all the problems were gone!

@_sc300 7 жыл бұрын

MonkeyWith72Magic lmao when you could've spent 100 bucks fixing a car that will do the same thing as your new 25,000 dollar car

@jojomama4787 7 жыл бұрын

MonkeyWith72Magic man,want to do what you did!that 458 is what I'm looking at!!!

@DavidRamos-fl6dk 7 жыл бұрын

MonkeyWith72Magic so start saving your money now 💸💵💰 because in couple years that one'🚘 going to give you the same problem and you're going to have to buy another brand-new car all because you refused to learn how to repair this one dammit 😥

@hydroboostoxiaction6271 7 жыл бұрын

Jose C haha why doesn't this have more likes

@rush45100 7 жыл бұрын

MonkeyWith72Magic lol 😆

@Big_LosF 7 жыл бұрын

hey man this video is GREAT!!! my girls car has been having trouble starting up.. these are all tbings tht im sure i will look into since her car hasnt been serviced in so long.. much appreciated

@TightWadDIY 4 жыл бұрын

Great job on the video. You explained things very clearly.

@janahorton3218 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for speaking where I can understand your method of diagnosing my problem and in speaking in plain English

@brandongrenier1141 8 жыл бұрын

great video! As are the other ones. I used the subaru timing belt video to change my impreza's belt. The zip ties worked great!

@tommcdaniel4900 7 жыл бұрын

Just subscribed...Thanks for the video. What I liked about it is, not so much how to fix something...but the HOW TO diagnose the problem in the first place. In other words, the way you describe what to look for, for a certain problem and then you give many options as to what it can be along with simple ways to test for it. :) Thanks man, great video!

@johnbravo7542 3 жыл бұрын

Very straight forward,and very well explained,thank you !

@flightofthefatman 5 жыл бұрын

Informative and to the point! Great video. 🔧

@Joeelectronicschematicsforauto 3 жыл бұрын

I really love your explanation and your professionalism

@evangelista7136 5 жыл бұрын

You are the best, thank you very much for taking time aside to help in us repair our cars.👍👍👍👍👍🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘

@ad5331 7 ай бұрын

Seriously the best video i found i’ve been looking for where to start for 4 days and you explained everything so well, i’ll get up early tomorrow morning and do all these steps

@pamelavance648 4 ай бұрын

Results??

@theman4077 5 жыл бұрын

Good video, direct and simple & helpful. Thanks

@shuriKen469 6 жыл бұрын

i like how after picking up some tools or moving the seat he wanders around at the end of his videos.

@juanperez-rd1ic 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much I was having trouble finding the problem

@DENicholsAutoBravado 8 жыл бұрын

I hope this video takes off for you. It leads in to a lot of other videos for your channel that fit in with these types of issues, which you've already done. Props man.

@kindredspirit2288 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thanks for giving me so much information. I thought my battery was bad, but now I know what to check if that isn't the case after I charge it.

@ethanjarzombek5923 7 жыл бұрын

Great video man! Very informative. Keep up the good work

@laila_ewing_music Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! You do a terrific job relaying information and we are grateful!

@djtomins3721 Жыл бұрын

Most informative DIY auto repair channel. Thanks bro 😀

@sebastianweber8024 8 ай бұрын

Very punctual, informative and very well organised. Excellent quality channel, I'll most certainly be going though many of your videos.

@videosenutube 8 жыл бұрын

Great videos, have learned a lot; looking forward for more. Thank you.

@chandamwila1754 5 жыл бұрын

My Toyota wish does the same. Some times starts after 10 minutes.The problem started after I replaced the fuel filter .The old was clogged so I replaced it.buts that's when car worsened.worse still starter motor is not working when the engine is hot,untill it cools down. I like you explain things.very simple, informative and clear especially for us lay men

@pttazwilliams 7 жыл бұрын

Great job. Great tips

@JustaJourneyman 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. Super clear explanation. Very helpful!

@jackflash5659 2 жыл бұрын

Terrific video! I learned a lot. Thank you!

@Gyppor 6 жыл бұрын

This is great. Lots of leads to diagnose my problem. Thank you!

@humanoidweapon6260 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video, man! I’ll definitely be studying all these videos you’ve linked and do some minor maintenance on my vehicle.

@KookiDowg 4 жыл бұрын

Will be trying all these tips. Just finished an engine swap on my Honda Prelude and it cranks and all but I'd have to step on the gas in order for it to start.

@aprilmosquito2162 Жыл бұрын

I have this problem and 5 mechanics dont know how to eliminate the problem. They told me it is the fuel injector 😀😀. Then i came to watch this video and thats it. Fuel filter or the pump. Atleast i know that where is the problem. This guy is very helpful! Thank u 🙏🏻

@ericjones4983 2 жыл бұрын

I love this video. He he explain things very well. Thank you for posting this video

@flightofthefatman 3 жыл бұрын

This is good video to save to your playlist.

@luzejo28 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you! I did that and it worked. :) Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.

@davidlobo962 Жыл бұрын

I grew up in a transmission shop and around cars since I was a baby and that was informative.

@superstarracer8592 3 жыл бұрын

Very helpful and informative thanks

@rabindranathramsarop 6 жыл бұрын

this is a video with good possible solutions to an annoying problem.

@funwithry1320 5 жыл бұрын

Nice! Straight to the point!

@musengademiassinkala7290 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for step by step tips

@chaplainand1 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I appreciated getting more information about hard starting. I may be able to troubleshoot my 2011 Subaru Forester's problem with intermittent hard starts.

@stevestarke5756 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Well explained and to the point.😎

@kapamilyastarshowbiznewsby2511 7 жыл бұрын

thank you..from New Zealand Car enthusiast.

@troymartinez7343 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you so much for all the great info!

@Kama.Boy.13 6 жыл бұрын

A bad (TPS) throttle position sensor on certain makes/models can cause the ECM fuse to blow, make sure after changing the TPS to also change the fuse.

@niobeofzion4386 Жыл бұрын

Tried turning the key and waiting 10 seconds, did it just 2 times then turned all the way to start engine IT WORKED!!!! Thank you, thank you THANK YOU. 👍🤩

@chriswagner4398 2 жыл бұрын

Great information first tip help solve the issue thanks

@lestersmart8452 4 жыл бұрын

Nice!!!! Thank you sir! Now I have a more basic idea what to actually look for!!!!! Thank you!!

@ChristopheZ Жыл бұрын

I know this video is old....but it was relevant to me today!!!! car started fine this morning, drove to walmart ( started fine again), drove to Autozone and then had a long crank start...then car was a little sluggish to accelerate....when home, started the car a few times and still had a long crank ( 2.5 seconds) ...so, I looked online and found this video!! did the "TURN KEY 3 Times" and it worked!!! car started normally ( 1.3 seconds)... Anyways, I am replacing the fuel filter as mine has a little over 60K miles on it!!!! lol SO THANK YOU :)

@valeriem4253 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for prioritizing what to look at first. My car oddly starts fine when it gets some rest. But throughout the day, it gets slower to start. Thank you for your tips.

@Hojjiifp 2 жыл бұрын

Did you get it fixed? What is the problem?

@LA_Commander Жыл бұрын

Could be a faulty coolant temperature sensor

@Paulnunz_ 6 ай бұрын

Great video man, thanks a lot

@jimmypersaud119 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos ....very educational ...

@guidolongshanks5383 6 жыл бұрын

Nice piece of info, thanks.

@beebeebearbear Ай бұрын

great video and instructions.

@christianlopez6148 Жыл бұрын

Really great video!!

@chrisstanley2646 5 жыл бұрын

Good advice. Thanks.

@VBUGMAN Жыл бұрын

thanks for the refresher, i don't usually work on fuel injected cars, but it was my own, I ended up cleaning the mass airflow sensor and fixed my long crank starting issue on my 2000 Ford V10.

@gregorythomas6283 6 ай бұрын

Be close to the house

@b.jlovett 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video......very helpful.

@chrismezzz 5 жыл бұрын

you are a hero. great video. thank you

@cobar5342 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a very helpful video

@tisaac2142 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Thanks.

@raytoney4152 Жыл бұрын

This guy is great I have to subscribe

@aroncells3120 7 жыл бұрын

great vid has been very helpful thanks

@olfeno7506 8 жыл бұрын

Great video! You did not mention fuel pressure regulators (usually vacuum controlled) when you talked about fuel pressure. This is a common issue on some Volvo S40s.

@akash_1998 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video

@ottallman 5 жыл бұрын

My 2012 Scion xB started doing this. Changed the plugs but that’s it. Now to troubleshoot. Thanks for some direction

@neilmurray9523 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you , much needed info

@nassermj7671 4 жыл бұрын

Great tips!

@ernie0217 Жыл бұрын

very nice and thank you

@bowieupland6112 Жыл бұрын

Great info.

@Ytube099 6 жыл бұрын

Good video. Thanks!!

@garyotterson6100 4 жыл бұрын

Something funny here, this is the exact car I am running diagnostics on. 1996? camry. Gotta fix a lot with her. Thanks for posting this!

@1lifeonearth 4 жыл бұрын

wow this is a great video thanks!

@billytruss861 8 жыл бұрын

Once again another GREAT and informative video. Thanks for the tips.

@myRatchets 8 жыл бұрын

+Billy Truss np, thanks for watching.

@billytruss861 8 жыл бұрын

+RatchetsAnd Wrenches BTW, I only have this problem when the car has sit 4-5 hous. Otherwise it starts right up.

@Carlostype 8 жыл бұрын

great tips

@ecgodsmack86 5 жыл бұрын

Chino Moreno is a mechanic haha. Good video bro

@timh9671 5 жыл бұрын

You sir are f@#$ing awesome!! All I needed to do was change my fuel filter. Thank you so much. You rock.

@pedrocarvajal8288 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video man

@Colombo5218 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant! You are a very logical and wonderful communicator. Thank you very much. I wish i knew all this 20 years ago when I had the same problem which no one could diagnose.AAAh!

@gafurrzogaj1426 2 жыл бұрын

Thx bro for narrowing it down for me I was thinking my starter is dying lol now I will check the fuel filter and pump 😎

@ronnieo6867 Жыл бұрын

Good info.

@madman327 6 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Very informative! Do a short Video on flood mode for fuel injection vehicles and how to reset it by maker.. This is what happened to my 07 Toyota Matrix. Not a lot of information on it online and may get a lot of views!

@khurramejaz2944 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot and keep it up

@Sugaa22 10 ай бұрын

Great video

@carslover3509 8 жыл бұрын

great info

@TDZone70 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!!

@DOGEegg 2 жыл бұрын

Dude you are awesome and very systematic in your video. I will try to apply it to may car. And with pleasure In will subscribe.

@littlemanhuerta4442 7 жыл бұрын

great videos you have

@DENicholsAutoBravado 8 жыл бұрын

That MAF test can be gold if you don't have live data. Shoot, it can be helpful even if it isn't. Now if it makes it run better, you've found the issue, but if theres is no change, it's not a guarantee it's good. Thanks for the reminder of a thumbs up at the end! :)

@myRatchets 8 жыл бұрын

+DE “AutoBravado” Nichols Glad you like that tip for the Maf sensor and thanks for your comments. Cheers

@ernielopez433 2 жыл бұрын

Great video helped alot

@JasonTylerRicci 5 жыл бұрын

I'm just beginning to troubleshoot my Civic that cranks several times before starting. I'll be trying your tip with cycling the key to pinpoint a possible failing fuel pump next. Thanks