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2004 Forester: Warm weather start problem

4 messages,  Last post on Jul 27, 2010 at 7:30 AM

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#2 of 4 Re: 2004 Forester: Warm weather start problem [subelle] by ateixeira

Jul 23, 2010 (8:44 am)

Replying to: subelle (Jul 23, 2010 8:28 am)
Hmm, maybe spark plug wires (did the 04s still have em?) or ignition coil?'
 
I had a Miata that ate spark plug wires every 30k miles like clockwork. I changed the ones on my 98 Forester at 60k miles, too.

#3 of 4 Re: 2004 Forester: Warm weather start problem [subelle] by xwesx

Jul 23, 2010 (10:15 am)

Replying to: subelle (Jul 23, 2010 8:28 am)
Do you turn the key to the "start" position immediately after you get in the car? If so, try turning it to "on" for a couple of seconds (such as enough time to fasten your seatbelt), then attempting to start. The fuel pump may just need a little more time to prime the fuel system.

#4 of 4 Re: 2004 Forester: Warm weather start problem [xwesx] by subelle

Jul 27, 2010 (7:30 am)

Replying to: xwesx (Jul 23, 2010 10:15 am)
No, I haven't tried doing this but I will today.
 
I just have never had to think of doing anything special because the car just always started right up. If it is a fuel injection problem, I hope I can get it fixed permanently.
 
Thank you for your suggestion

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