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Hard starting problem

Karlm

NAXJA Forum User
Location
Antioch, CA
Howdy, after going through and working on my cooling system last week, my engine seems to be having trouble starting, and when I do get it running, it seems to really be dragging, almst like it was under a heavy load. I just had the CPS replaced, so I'm having trouble thinking that that may be the problem, so I'm looking for the next step before I have it hauled into the shop. Thanks for any help.
 
The work on the cooling system and the new problem might be related, but i doubt it. I think that's prolly a coincidence.

For the hard start and lack of power, I would look at
1. Dirty fuel injectors; try a bottle of in-the- tank stuff.
2. TPS; do a search, I've never worked on one on the XJ.
3. Possible bad tank of fuel?
4. Check the connection at the O2 (and all other) sensors. The 'puter will default to a run-rich condition which may be hard-starting in warm weather and runs smoothly but low on power and torque.
 
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