Delayed Starting (already searched)

[JoshBarber]

So far the best info I've found was to replace the fuel filter, which I'll definately do first....but I was wondering if anyone else had experience or reccommendations.
The problem seems like its gotten a little worse over time (as in, the delay seems to have gotten longer). I've tried to pay attention to all conditions when it occurs, and havent really seen any difference unless the car was recently running (where it usually starts on the first attempt)
I'll turn the key for the first time, and it'll sound like its gonna start but doesnt. As I said, the delay time seems to have gotten longer before it actually starts. But it almost ALWAYS starts on the second attempt.
Any common causes for this?

[drdd]

yeah, change your fuel filter if its due

also, check fuel pressure

check battery voltage (with ignition on, engine off - and again with engine running)

do you hear the fuel pump prime when you turn the key/

Originally Posted by JoshBarber

So far the best info I've found was to replace the fuel filter, which I'll definately do first....but I was wondering if anyone else had experience or reccommendations.
The problem seems like its gotten a little worse over time (as in, the delay seems to have gotten longer). I've tried to pay attention to all conditions when it occurs, and havent really seen any difference unless the car was recently running (where it usually starts on the first attempt)
I'll turn the key for the first time, and it'll sound like its gonna start but doesnt. As I said, the delay time seems to have gotten longer before it actually starts. But it almost ALWAYS starts on the second attempt.
Any common causes for this?

[JoshBarber]

yes, I hear the fuel pump...noisey as most are.
voltage is fine. is it easy to check the fuel pressure? or should I bring it somewhere?
I changed my fuel filter approx. 6,000 miles ago.

[drdd]

What year truck do you have?

Do you have a Haynes or Chiltons manual. It will tell you how to check the fuel pressure. Its a little different depending on the year. Either way, you need a fuel pressure tester (about $40 from Autozone). You might even be even to do a rent-a-tool at Autozone.

What exactly is the battery voltage?

Originally Posted by JoshBarber

yes, I hear the fuel pump...noisey as most are.
voltage is fine. is it easy to check the fuel pressure? or should I bring it somewhere?
I changed my fuel filter approx. 6,000 miles ago.

[JoshBarber]

1998 Chevy Blazer LT
I don't know, I didnt check voltage, my father did it when I wasnt around. Yes I have a Chiltons or Haynes whatever manual it is.

[RedLT]

Quick question, when you try to start it does it turn over fine and just won't start like if you're out of gas or does it kinda start slugish and slow like you have no battery power?

[JoshBarber]

turns over fine, but won't start like Im out of gas.
sounds like theres plenty of crank power

[BlazerLT]

yip, AC Delco fuel filter would install fine.

[JoshBarber]

I JUST replaced it 6,000 miles ago as I said. Why would it already be clogged

[BlazerLT]

Yea, change it again.

Also, are you allowing the pump to prime before starting it.

Hold the key on the first position for two seconds so the pump can prime the system and then start it.

[JoshBarber]

seems to start quicker when I wait till the fuel pump buzz stops and it's been primed. any idea why the change from before, when I could just start it without waiting the extra couple of seconds for it to prime?

[BlazerLT]

Fuel filter is clogged again or your pump is weak.

Also, check your battery, if it is almost dead or dying, it can cause this too.

[riccbhard]

Not trying to intrude on this thread; but on my aunt's 98 Blazer; it starts perfect every time (no waiting) however if you just turn the key to the on position without starting; you can hear the fuel pump make a noisy buzz. It was checked and they said that the last person that put a pump on it forgot a ring somewhere; but it would be fine. I just wanted to ask if this would hurt anything. We've had it for over a year now with no problems
(Ahem, except the alternator dying)

[BlazerLT]

Originally Posted by riccbhard

Not trying to intrude on this thread; but on my aunt's 98 Blazer; it starts perfect every time (no waiting) however if you just turn the key to the on position without starting; you can hear the fuel pump make a noisy buzz. It was checked and they said that the last person that put a pump on it forgot a ring somewhere; but it would be fine. I just wanted to ask if this would hurt anything. We've had it for over a year now with no problems
(Ahem, except the alternator dying)

That noise is normal.

That is the fuel pump priming the system.

[JoshBarber]

replaced the fuel filter last night. no change in start time.
Im assuming the pump must be getting weak.