Hard start issue

1997 OLDSMOBILE 88
208,125 MILES • 3.8L • 6 CYL • AUTOMATIC
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CDZIGLAR
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my car is hard to start, it takes some time you have to keep messing with the switch.
Jul 19, 2019 at 1:02 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon,

Can you check for spark?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Can you hear the fuel pump turn on? If you do, can you check the pressure?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Roy
Jul 19, 2019 at 1:41 PM