1996 Dodge Intrepid Engine runs rich when cold

1996 DODGE INTREPID
78,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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My Intrepid ES's 3.8L engine runs very rich when cold and will flood if it doesn't start on the first try. This happens in summer as well as winter. The exhaust doesn't smell nearly as rich when the engine warms up to operating temperature. The air filter is clean (K&N brand). Might this possibly be a sensor problem?

Thank you for your help.
Jan 6, 2008 at 8:19 PM
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[quote:c24523487f="db697"]Engine problem
1996 Dodge Intrepid 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 78000 miles
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My Intrepid ES's 3.8L engine runs very rich when cold and will flood if it doesn't start on the first try. This happens in summer as well as winter. The exhaust doesn't smell nearly as rich when the engine warms up to operating temperature. The air filter is clean (K&N brand). Might this possibly be a sensor problem?

Thank you for your help.[/quote:c24523487f]

There is way to check it you have to hook it up to scanner
do you have a check engine light on
check coolant temperature sensor
Jan 10, 2008 at 7:34 PM