What causes a car to have a long crank time?

What causes a car to have a long crank time?

Many sensors report to the computer, who then takes that input and controls fuel or air delivery, is suspect when diagnosing long cranking times. A bad coolant sensor, a bad throttle position sensor (TPS), a bad fuel pump or a plugged fuel filter can all cause a lean condition causing long cranking times.

What should I do if my long crank wont start?

Just a recap of what you should do first to determine if your long crank before starting is fuel related or not. First, before you try cranking the engine over, turn the ignition key to the run position then back off without cranking the starter.

When does the long crank start on a Cummins?

Long….. Long Crank when starting Long….. Long Crank when starting Location:Vancouver, WA. Need your help. I started having the long crank issue 2 months ago. I was still on the original batteries and had read somewhere that as they go they will still turn the engine over but not have enough to send the signal to the fuel system.

What should I do before cranking the engine over?

First, before you try cranking the engine over, turn the ignition key to the run position then back off without cranking the starter. What this will do is run the fuel pump and in most cases, you will be able to hear the fuel pump running. Do this 3 to 4 times before you try starting it.

Many sensors report to the computer, who then takes that input and controls fuel or air delivery, is suspect when diagnosing long cranking times. A bad coolant sensor, a bad throttle position sensor (TPS), a bad fuel pump or a plugged fuel filter can all cause a lean condition causing long cranking times.

Long….. Long Crank when starting Long….. Long Crank when starting Location:Vancouver, WA. Need your help. I started having the long crank issue 2 months ago. I was still on the original batteries and had read somewhere that as they go they will still turn the engine over but not have enough to send the signal to the fuel system.

What is the trouble code for no start / long crank?

Technicians may also find that DTC (trouble code) P12A6 may also be set after this occurs. This update to the TSB indicates that other codes may occur during the “No Start / Long Crank” condition and include: P00C6, P00F4, P2199, and/or P0096.

Is the GM Silverado a no start / long crank car?

Earlier this month we reported on a General Motors Technical Service Bulletin that detailed a “No Start / Long Crank” condition affecting a long list of GM products. Recently, the 2021 Silverado and Sierra, both light duty and heavy duty variations, were added to the list.