"MZ" <martinzed@ NOSPAM gmail.com> wrote in
news:4669bae8$1$4321$9a566e8b@news.aliant.net:

>
> "Michael Pardee" <michaeltnull@cybertrails.com> wrote in message
> news:hYGdnfWKO8UVjfvbnZ2dnUVZ_j2dnZ2d@sedona.net.. .
>> "MZ" <martinzed@ NOSPAM gmail.com> wrote in message
>> news:4665cb09$0$4060$9a566e8b@news.aliant.net...
>>>I have a '98 2.5 TL with 70k. Lately I have to turn the key longer
>>>for it to start - about twice to three times as long as when new. It
>>>still starts fine everytime, but I'm concerned this may wear the
>>>starter. Any thoughts?
>>> Tks,
>>> MZ
>>>
>>>
>>
>> Try cranking for about half a second, letting the switch rest in the
>> "run" position for a few seconds, then starting. If the engine starts
>> right away, the fuel rail pressure is probably bleeding off.
>>
>> If not that, do the usual tune-up things. Replace distributor cap,
>> rotor and plug wires with OEM parts if they are original, and replace
>> the plugs (ditto) with NGK plugs or OEM plugs. If you are not using
>> top tier gasoline regularly, a bottle of injector cleaner (most
>> people favor Techron) in the tank is in order. Make things right
>> first, then troubleshoot.
>>
>> Mike
>
> I always turn the key and wait for the "buzzer" to go off before
> attempting to start. Always use premium fuel also. Have never used
> injector cleaner - have always been skeptical. Will consider though.
>
> Thanks,
> MZ
>
Does the manual CALL for premium gas?
If not,you're wasting money for nothing.

--
Jim Yanik
jyanik
at
kua.net