Why does my Mazda RX-8 have a hard start?
My name is XXXXX XXXXX I will be glad to assist you. If you have a hard start/long crank during hot soak condition, it is usually caused from a faulty ignition coil. I recommend that you replace all 4 ignition coils to start with. Your car should also be a 2004 model year. If that does not resolve your concern, you may want to check fuel pressure.
Why does my RX8 not start after a hot soak?
RX8 No Start & Hard to Start when Hot soak. This RX8 came into our shop for diagnosing no start when it is hot. When you drive for a while and turn off the engine, then if you try to restart after a short period, it refuses to restart (cranks ok). After at least fifteen minutes to half an a hour wait the car will start.
How does a compression tester work on a Mazda RX 8?
A compression tester is connected to one of the spark plug holes and the engine is cranked until the tester reads a number in PSI. Rotary engines have 3 combustion surfaces per rotor so they require special compression testers to show each of the three faces.
What can I do for a Mazda RX8 hot start problem?
Ametech RESTORE Engine Restorer & Lubricant helps to cure hot start problems in the Mazda RX8 by remetallizing worn seals and chamber walls to restore low compression. The 400ml can of Engine Restorer is the ideal size for the RX8 engine. .
RX8 No Start & Hard to Start when Hot soak. This RX8 came into our shop for diagnosing no start when it is hot. When you drive for a while and turn off the engine, then if you try to restart after a short period, it refuses to restart (cranks ok). After at least fifteen minutes to half an a hour wait the car will start.
How does engine restorer work on Mazda RX8?
By repairing and restoring the friction-producing metal surfaces, Engine Restorer increases compression, restores power and mpg and improves hot starting. Restore works by filling the scratches cut by friction and wear into reciprocating or rotating metal-on-metal surfaces throughout the engine.
A compression tester is connected to one of the spark plug holes and the engine is cranked until the tester reads a number in PSI. Rotary engines have 3 combustion surfaces per rotor so they require special compression testers to show each of the three faces.
Is the mate RX8 difficult to start when hot?
Mate has an RX8 that starts on the button when cold. When hot (e.g. after filling up) it takes over 30 secs of constant turning over before it fires up. This is after its properly warmed up (he is aware of short trips flooding). Will a new (allegedly faster) starter motor fix this?
By repairing and restoring the friction-producing metal surfaces, Engine Restorer increases compression, restores power and mpg and improves hot starting. Restore works by filling the scratches cut by friction and wear into reciprocating or rotating metal-on-metal surfaces throughout the engine.