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Old 12-02-2007, 07:43 PM   #2
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Re: Very hard cold starting

Change the starter or solenoid contacts for the "meshing" problem. Your "hitting on three" problem could be fuel or spark related. To start with I would change the spark plugs if they have 30k miles or more on them. Maybe the plug wires too. Throw a can of fuel conditioner in to get the moisture out of the gas and/or injector cleaner. If the car has plenty of power getting up hills I wouldn't suspect "timing". You can always check your timing settings with a timing light. Should be 10deg BTDC on the 4 cyl engine. The procedures are in your factory maintenance manual found in the "Camry Service Manuals" thread at the top of the forum.
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