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Guys. I have a 2005 wrx wagon, it's done 45k. Starting it this morning, it turned over a lot longer than usual to start. Usually first couple of kicks and its away. Late tonight it done the same?
What mileage does the plugs need done at? And could this just be dampness, due to minus temps. I am loathed to purchase new HT leads, as I am sure they won't be cheap?
What mileage does the plugs need done at? And could this just be dampness, due to minus temps. I am loathed to purchase new HT leads, as I am sure they won't be cheap?
It could be just the battery; when did you last trickle charge the battery? Before changing HT leads, check all earth connections. Then check your spark plugs...though concerned you don't know when your plugs need changing! Clean/replace plugs if necessary. It could be just damp or a lose connection. Clean and check all ignition connection points giving a good coating of WD40. Completely check your Alternator and re-charge circuit. If there's a genuine fault and it's with your HT leads replace with Magnecor KV85. However, depending on number of engine turns before firing it just sounds like normal winter cranking; especially if you're doing short'ish runs without any chance of the alternator recharging the battery.
I recommend NGK Platinum PFR7B. Excellent sparks.
Other than plugs could be a number of other things that could cause longer starting times although the weather is one of the last things i would blame. Scoobys start pretty well any time of the year.
Clean your MAF sensor, you'll see any dirt on the end of the resin blob. Air filter might be caked in dirt, clean or replace. Lazy Crank sensor, MAP sensor, MAF sensor, Lambda sensor etc... etc...
Check the plugs and MAF sensor first then go from there.
Other than plugs could be a number of other things that could cause longer starting times although the weather is one of the last things i would blame. Scoobys start pretty well any time of the year.
Clean your MAF sensor, you'll see any dirt on the end of the resin blob. Air filter might be caked in dirt, clean or replace. Lazy Crank sensor, MAP sensor, MAF sensor, Lambda sensor etc... etc...
Check the plugs and MAF sensor first then go from there.
Why is it a concern to you, that I don't know the exact mileage of spark plug replacement? That's what car services are for, and that's when it would be checked, and done if required? The car has a full subaru service history, so essentially, something I don't really need to be concerned about.
Thanks for the comments. Also I've ran a WRX through winter before, never had any issues. Gona head out this morning have a look about.
Cheers
Thanks for the comments. Also I've ran a WRX through winter before, never had any issues. Gona head out this morning have a look about.
Cheers
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