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Hard starting, my truck sucks

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by mlhreal3, Sep 20, 2022.

  1. Sep 20, 2022 at 4:09 AM
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    mlhreal3

    mlhreal3 [OP] New Member

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    put another engine in it
    My 1998 Toyota Tacoma is almost impossible to start . Its like it looses its prime. After i get it cranked it will start right back up . but after it sets a while , its takes it a long time for it to start again . Can anyone please help me .
     
  2. Sep 20, 2022 at 6:15 AM
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    loudboy

    loudboy Well-Known Member

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    Change your title to something non-click-bait and more descriptive.
    What engine do you have? Manual or automatic?
    Start with the basics- Check for fuel leaks under the truck, check battery health/voltage/clean terminals, clean MAF sensor. How old are your spark plugs? How old is your fuel filter?
     
  3. Sep 20, 2022 at 6:19 AM
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    GarlicFarts

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    Disconnect the negative from the battery. Bridge it using a multimeter set to current. When off, the current should be something like 40mA, I can't remember the number. If it's higher, means you have something leeching somewhere. Keep pulling fuses until the current falls to normal, that's your "bad" circuit.

    Also could just be a janky battery if it's old.
     
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