Trouble Starting

[PatrickH82]

Here recently my 99 X has been struggling to start in the morning. When i start it it cranks for a while and it feels like the whole truck is moving, like a semi when it starts. But it does finally start. Any ideas?

 

[nascar_intimid]

try cleaning your mass air flow sensor on you breather shroud that is the easiest and most common place to start...take it out clean it with brake cleaner and re-install..I think it is a security 20 torques screwdriver if I recall

 

[ExplorerDMB]

Make sure that your cables aren't loose and are clean. A low battery can also make it hard to start. If it isn't any of the past recommendations, check your fuel pressure. If your fuel filter hasn't been replaced in awhile you can be having heavy fuel restriction. Good luck!

-Drew

 

[TPLYNCH]

Does it run smoothly once it starts? Which engine do you have?

 

[PatrickH82]

Yea it runs fine after it gets started, I have a 4.0 OHV