starting car in winter
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starting car in winter
Ok i just and tried starting my car its like -4 out now and it just like putted and i had to give it gas to keep it running is this normal? just wondering i got about a 1/4 of a tank of gas in it not sure if the gas froze or what?
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Re: (BucsJosh)
I'm in Western NY (state...not the city) and it was like -14 last night. My car cranked hard (with less gas than you have), but it started after turning about 5 times. I didn't have to give it any gas or anything though. Maybe you're running lean? I dunno...GL
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I waited til this morning to start the car. its warmer out about 12 above. and it still wouldnt start. so i got some HEET gas antifreeze and 4 gallons of 95. and it still wouldnt start. and i drove the car just fine yesterday. any suggestions?
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Re: (Ngo Power)
Gas can freeze. If you live in areas where it drops below freezing often most gas stations put antifreeze in the gas but if you live where it doesn't get to cold they don't.
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Just a suggestion but get yourself some drygas. Pour in the full bottle w/ a full tank of gas. Also it's not a good idea to run the gas tank low when it gets that cold as condensation can form.
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Re: starting car in winter (JDMlifestyle)
When i first started my car today after it was sitting outside, it sputtered a little bit but just rev it up a little bit and let it warm up before driving it and youll be fine. Its about 15 degrees right now. Everything freezes up...power steering, Brakes, and clutch all feel like ****. VTEC didnt kick in until after about 20 minutes of driving. Definitely you should make a habit of waiting a few seconds with the key in the accessory position before starting, it helps.
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Same thing happened to me last year after my swap...just let the fuel pump prime for a bit in the ACC position like everybody elts is sayin..
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it could also be the battery...depending how old/worn out your battery is...it wont or will be harder to start under harsh weather conditions (happened to me and when i got a new optium battery i didnt have that problem no more)
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