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Potential Starting Problems. S40-V40

posted by  someone claiming to be Joe on  Thu Nov 29 15:19 CST 2001 [RELATED]

Hello all,

I was wondering if anyone else has experienced starting problems with their S40? What I mean is that when I turn the key to start the engine it takes like a second or two before it goes. Usually I turn the key and the engines starts up right away, but sometimes it hesitates. I think that the spark plugs have misfired.

It’s probably happened 5 or 6 times since I bought my car, 8 months ago. I have a 2001 with 13500 miles right now, and I have not done the 7500-mile maintance. The dealer wanted $150 for it so I shut off the light myself, thanks to the posts on this board and I change my oil every 3000 miles.

There were no major modifications done to the car, except I installed an aftermarket CD Player, Alpine 7875 and a 200-Watt Subwoofer, Infinity Basslink. I don’t think the radio and subwoofer would have any affect on the car starting. You guys will probably asks so I will say it know, I have both of them off before I start my car.

If anyone else has had this problem, please let me know. I am hesitant to bring my car to the dealer because I have no time right now. I hope someone out there experienced this problem and has gone to the dealer.

Thanks

Joe





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