The engine cranks for a good 2 to 3 minutes before finally starting?

2001 FORD RANGER

175,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

JOSHD762

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recently changed the radiator in my truck. had to remove one of the transmission lines. It sat for a week or so but now when i go to crank it, it's hard to crank it. It just turns over and tries to crank for a good 2 to 3 minutes before finally starting. What could be causing this issue?

Sep 2, 2024 at 5:26 AM

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It sounds like the engine is hard starting which the most common problem is a weak fuel pump, but to be sure let's replace the fuel filter and go over this guide to learn more about the problem and how to fix it:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-cranks-excessively-before-starting

Here is the location of the fuel filter and how to change it out, check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens. Also, I would clean the throttle body and IAC motor.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/throttle-actuator-service

Please go over these guides and get back to us.

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Sep 2, 2024 at 10:16 AM