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Old Apr 11, 2013 | 02:53 AM
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Strange startup issue....??????

Hey their folks, I have a issue or something weird that's been acting like this since day one, for about 3 months now.

When i get in the car, no matter what time of day, I put key in ignition with foot on break, and turn key and all i get is a thump....etc, (and it's a very quite thump, and though their is some kind of ignition or connection issue) i wait for 5-10 sec, than I retry and WALLA! it starts.

now I know this may sound stupid, but I have done this same thing with my foot on the brake and off, and I get the same results.

Anyone know the cause of this? thanks
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Old Apr 11, 2013 | 08:57 AM
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Walla = voilà (French)
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Old Apr 11, 2013 | 02:12 PM
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That wasn't exactly a helpful response lol. Nor is this one.
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Ignition starter or fuel pump?

Do you drive this car every day or does it sit around for a few days at a time?
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Old Apr 12, 2013 | 02:40 AM
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Originally Posted by eatcake
Ignition starter or fuel pump?

Do you drive this car every day or does it sit around for a few days at a time?


Thanks for your helpful reply, I drive everyday.
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