1996 Mercury Cougar hard starting

ALEX SYMONDS

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1996 MERCURY COUGAR
V8
2WD
AUTOMATIC
87,000 MILES

This problem just started. Hard starting, but not always. Had a tune up w/in past 18 months. Car runs great except for hard starting at times. Thanks for any help. Alex

Wednesday, December 12th, 2007 AT 7:54 AM

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2CARPRO JACK

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Hard starting as in excessive cranking, or it sounds like it is having a hard time cranking? Is or has the check engine light ever been on?

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Wednesday, December 12th, 2007 AT 1:52 PM

ALEX SYMONDS

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Hi JACK, just got in from work. Thanks for your reply!The car does crank a little excessive, but not like its having a hard time. And yes, the check engine was on for a little while, but went out after I replaced a bad battery. The car runs great a lot of power no hesitation, just cranks a little excessive; never did it before. It would start RIGHT UP! NO PROBLEMS. THANK YOU VERY MUCH for your help! ALEX.

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Wednesday, December 12th, 2007 AT 6:37 PM

2CARPRO JACK

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When was the last tune up? Fuel filter? Its due. Might also have the fuel pressure checked to be sure it isnt bleeding down due to a weak pump, injector or regulator

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Thursday, December 13th, 2007 AT 7:08 AM