Cranks but won't start (at first) - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

ScottyS · 2008-04-23, 03:18 PM

Wow, two Tech posts in a month, sorry fellas.

Anyhow, my Mom's '95 OBS with the 1.8 and 5MT is having starting issues. When first attempting to start the car, it cranks but does not fire (smells of gas). After sitting for 10-15min, it fires on the first turn. I've replaced the fuel filter, and it seems to be getting gas just fine.

So far, I've found one obscure reference from 2004 on IClub to the Cam and Crank sensors, but with no explanation included.

Any experience here?

MPREZIV · 2008-04-23, 06:45 PM

PM replied.

Also, I've seen issues where the cam or crank sensor can cause this kind of issue, but it's *generally* accompanied by a CEL, and not so forgiving with cranking right up after a short sit.

ScottyS · 2008-04-23, 08:45 PM

Roger that, and thanks Cory! I'll check it for fuel pressure tomorrow. This might turn out to be a sensor chase, though....

2008-04-23, 03:18 PM	#1
ScottyS EJ205 Real Name: It is real! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: RNO Posts: 2,367 Car: 1998 Impreza Wagon, 1991 Legacy Turbo Sedan, 2003 Nissan Xterra Class: tvFree Yes, I'll fix it for you. Again.	Cranks but won't start (at first) Wow, two Tech posts in a month, sorry fellas. Anyhow, my Mom's '95 OBS with the 1.8 and 5MT is having starting issues. When first attempting to start the car, it cranks but does not fire (smells of gas). After sitting for 10-15min, it fires on the first turn. I've replaced the fuel filter, and it seems to be getting gas just fine. So far, I've found one obscure reference from 2004 on IClub to the Cam and Crank sensors, but with no explanation included. Any experience here? __________________ "Trend Number One is that people aren't getting any smarter." Dogbert

2008-04-23, 06:45 PM	#2
MPREZIV Token Real Name: Le Stig Afrique? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: sitting next to a big yellow box Posts: 3,589 Car: 2001 Impreza 2.5 RS Class: 05 TDSP No, I won't work on your car. F your car*	PM replied. Also, I've seen issues where the cam or crank sensor can cause this kind of issue, but it's generally accompanied by a CEL, and not so forgiving with cranking right up after a short sit. __________________ "...these condoms have a topical anesthetic to reduce sensitivity, so you can last longer. What a paradox. You can't feel a thing, but you can f*ck for HOURS..."

2008-04-23, 08:45 PM	#3
ScottyS EJ205 Real Name: It is real! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: RNO Posts: 2,367 Car: 1998 Impreza Wagon, 1991 Legacy Turbo Sedan, 2003 Nissan Xterra Class: tvFree Yes, I'll fix it for you. Again.	Roger that, and thanks Cory! I'll check it for fuel pressure tomorrow. This might turn out to be a sensor chase, though.... __________________ "Trend Number One is that people aren't getting any smarter." Dogbert

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