Hi,
If you have a leaking injector, it would cause a hard start when cold as well. It would allow the fuel pressure to drop off. Also, it would cause raw fuel to enter the engine combustion chamber. As a result, you may see some dark gray smoke from the exhaust, or the exhaust may have a rich fuel-like odor to it.
You have done a lot of work already. Have you checked fuel pressure and pressure drop-off? Has the check engine light come on while the engine is running?
Let me know. Also, take a look at this link and let me know if it helps:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-cranks-excessively-before-starting
Take care,
Joe
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Wednesday, September 27th, 2023 AT 8:59 PM