Starting problems

[SunGodRA]

This has happened to me a few times now, and is getting more frequent. I turn the key, the engine turns over but doesn't start. Even after about 3o seconds of turning over - nothing. If I leave it about 30 seconds and try again it fires first time - Any ideas? I'm not mechanic but if its not firing could it the the plugs/HT leads, or the coil or maybe the ECU?? - please advise

[Trev-the-Rev]

A very difficult problem to isolate without proper equipment. It could be any number of things such as the ignition system, immobiliser, ECU, etc. I would suggest a visit to your stealer.

[bronzee]

Hi Sungod, it's a pretty common 350 problem. I've had my '04 since brand new, and it did in on day 3, before the aftermarket alarm went in, still does it. Have a nosey around on http://www.my350z.com you'll find heaps of results. Sorry I don't have time to find the appropiate links now.

[N15MNO-Daron]

hiya.. yep got same problem as u.. it happens more and more these days.

 

I was told that its just the 350z's engine getting flooded... u need to wait about 10 secs and then it starts up fine. I wouldnt worry about it unless it keeps happening everyday.

[M13KYF]

spark plugs possibly need changing. Problem shows up more with the colder weather

[bronzee]

spark plugs possibly need changing. Problem shows up more with the colder weather

He could possibly need spark plugs.

 

With the aforementioned starting hesitation problem in the first post, I've had this problem with my Z irrespective of air temperature. Summer, when it's like 30 or so degrees and in Winter, when it's cold.

[jim]

Is this thread in the right section - the problem is not confined to JDM cars.

[M13KYF]

true and moved

[live2themaxuk]

clean the throttle body?

[Mathys]

Bad fuel?

 

A friend with his 335ci had a similar problem, because he always went to a dodgy little fuel station with cheap fuel. Now he refuels at Total and no problems anymore.