1996 Engine will only start after 3 tries

[schaffsa]

The car will not start up unless you try 3 times. You can turn the key the first time and it will just keep tuning over for a long time. You need to just keep starting the car for 3 short engine turns and finally it will start up. I changed the plugs and wires. I also ran injector cleaner in it. It must also be noted that once it starts it runs fine through the entire rpm range.

[talonlover]

The only thing that comes to mind is either the fuel pump may be weak or the filter may be clogged.

[maspoon]

check fuel pressure. fuel pressure leaking, like talonlover said fuel pump,line, filter

[vicv]

fuel pump, fuel filter, or fuel line