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DDJWYD Eric is a true mechanic because he actually troubleshoot. Scotty doesnt really do that.he basically just goes into parts changer mode allot of times
Rich Lo Scotty does try and diagnose stuff, in this video he said he already tried cleaning the maf months ago and it didn't help. Could he have gone in with a multimeter and look at how much volts goes to and from the thing? Yes but he still fixed it, the only other thing that would effect a maf is a dirty air filter and I'm sure he already checked that.
Im a 27 yr old guy that grew without a dad or anyone to teach me anything. So i gotta say; i dont know what i would do without your videos scooty. I think many of us think the same. Now i fix my own and my moms vehicle. I saved already close to 1k or more on fixes on my own. Thank you Scooty!
Drive Chevy's.. Hi ... My Car Earley in the morning start wery well but after going few km and torn off and stay 1hr then i start my car i put log self then my car starts..... My fuel pump psi 45 whats problem with my car....
I think your repair videos are one the easiest for me to watch (Some videos by other people about car repairs are too stressful trying to follow them) You are easy going, funny, and still manage to get the needed information across to the viewer . . . hope you stay around for a long time.
Dear Scotty, When i had the same symptoms for my car, where it took a bit to start. It turned out that my crankshaft was split into two. which would be one of the worse case scenarios. Reason for it was, driving high speeds with low oil according to my mechanic. I just wanted to share my experiences, maybe this would help others.
Had a problem with a Chevy pickup starting when cold . You said check for leaks around the mass air sensor. Found the problem in 5 minutes . The hose clamp was just a little lose by the sensor . That motor is very sensitive to air leak, the hose wasn't that lose but it made a big difference . This isn't the first time Scotty has help me . That crazy guy is right on !! Thanks
Casey Hagist Aren't they great? All those times the ECM goes on-off-on-off as you try to get the bolt started... I think GM did that to "encourage" premature ECM failure. And yes, I'm a GM nut. LOL
Scotty, you're a man after my own heart. I have a 1990 Cressida and what you described is almost the same thing as what happened to me , only with one difference. I had a breach in the snorkel tube that caused hard starting but no stall out. The mixture was obviously lean and what I'm leading up to is that the snorkel tube along its length must be AIR TIGHT!!!!! Since parts are scarce, I decided to fill in the gap with duck seal and also duct tape!!! Problem solved!!!!! The breach occurred right at the throttle body!!!!
damn i repositioned my mass air flow tube and tightened it, as it was making whistling noises, my engine light thats been on for months finally turned off and my car had some difficulty starting at first but is fine now. This video explained a lot thanks scott!
I had this Same thing happen to my Chevy Truck..After Diagnosis, it Took me about 20 mins to replace the sensor..Keep Making the Videos Scotty, My Family and I Really Enjoy Them..
You seem down to earth Scotty, I've been following you watching your videos for a year now ,there really informative ,and you explain things real well thanks keep it up
Definitely use the MAF cleaner... I had an 2008 MINI that threw that code at 90,000 miles and MAF sensors for any car are freakishly expensive if you aren't expecting it. Bought a can that was on sale for $4, reset the computer, and it ran perfectly until I got rid of it at 190,000 miles. Plus.... if you hear someone needs a new MAF sensor, you can toss them the can, save them $80 to $200, and then they'll buy you dinner :p P.S. Don't use carb or brake cleaner... it leaves a permanent film on it and it's ruined forever, even if it's fairly new. Don't ask my dad how he found that fun fact out!
The Curious Noob You sure are right they are expensive as hell, and the kicker is they are nothing more than just simple heating elements which create resistance readings and change the voltage signal going to the PCM, surrounded by a plastic shield and a stainless steel mesh grid. Probably only $40 in materials tops but the manufacturer wants $400 for them.
I've been thinking alot lately about the older cars/trucks. Find one that has a good body and maybe needs a tranny or brakes/struts/ exhaust and paint. I long for the days of just jumpering a wire or something simple to get out of a problem on the side of the road!
Leaky fuel pressure regulator that's not holding pressure after shutdown will cause a slow start after sitting. Can usually leave the key on for a few sec can help before starting. A fast start relies on pressurized fuel at the injectors as soon as the key is turned. If it has to prime up it may stall.
had the crank issue in My 06 g35 coupe. and connected the scanner ,had bad camshaft sensors on bank 1 and 2 . replaced them after seeing a DIY video since I was quoted around 200-300 dollars everywhere . did an oil change and a new filter and car is running marvelous
Scotty Kilmer I have a Nissan maxima 99 I have a problem when it's hot and car sits outside on the sun car won't start when I open the hood for about 20 minutes to cool off car starts no problem any idea? When cold out starts no problem just when it sits on the sun it do this battery is good changed it no check engine?
I have a 2002 Chevy Express van with a 5.0L. It developed a hard start problem where it wouldn't catch until the second or third turn of the key in the cold morning but would start on the first try all day long after that. So, I had a shop look for any codes and there were none (I now have a code reader) and to check the fuel pressure which turned out to be fine. I did clean the mass air flow sensor to no avail. I did change the air filter which was clogged with dirt but that didn't help. I even went as far as to have the battery checked (it showed 12.73 vdc) and was assured it was fine. On a whim, I changed the three year old two year battery and shazam, no more starting issues!
Aussie here. I had a 1995 Holden Commodore with Buick derived 3800 V6 and it was probably this that caused the excessive turning over time, though not chronic like this Chev, so did nothing about it.When I had an LPG (Liquified Petroleum Gas -known as a propane system in the US) system fitted, it would fire up right away after that and I recall the the gas carb was fitted beyond the MAF inline along the intake pipe!!
Be sure to check the fuel filter too, I often find those things are decades old and neglected even when shops have charged people for replacements on them they haven't actually done(VERY common in franchise shops where the filter is difficult to get to). I do the key 5x on off for 5 seconds prime and crank, if it fires right up then you know you have a fuel rail/filter/pump problem.
***** the problem is especially bad on some Saturn's when dropping the tank is necessary. A whole lot of those cars went to the dealer for service and they charge for the part and the labor but when you take it apart you find it's never been touched. GM was never proud of their Saturn brand and it is very apparent.
There is no need to drop the tank. Pull the trunk carpeting and look for some cover. Remove it and there is the fuel pump. What a waste of time dropping the tank.
You are my goto guy, I had hard starting with 3.4l chevy and by your vids I came up with replacing the MAP sensor for $85 because simptoms matched the best. But still had to hold pedal down an inch to get started hot or cold with rich gas fumes/smoke when it finally started out the exaust pipe. So botom line it wasnt the problem, however evey othe car guy had a vid on the Fuel Pressure Regulator that matched my problem exact as when you removed the vacuum line to the Fuel Pressure Regulator gas would sputter out where the vacuume line was, mine sputterd the gas too, problem solved for the additional cost of $52 for the new Fuel Pressure Regulator. Please do a vid on this problem. Thank you for your videos, keep up the good work.
jawmom2 You can't get a better car. The use them as taxis and police cars in Bangkok and in that heat with the AC always on they get 1,000,000 kilometers or more out of them . (That's about 600,000 miles)
devilmastah Well, you won't have any MAF sensors to worry about. You'll have to fall back to fuel/air/spark and problem solve from there. Get ready to do a lot of inspection or take it to the pros.
devilmastah If you're talking old cars, well, carb fuel mixure adjustment and overall carb condition can cause a hard start as well as normal tune up issues. However, the biggest contributor to slow starts on old cars would be the dwell adjustment on the points inside the distributor cap. You can dial it in to run, but to have a quick start requires even more dialing in. GM excelled here as there was a little door in the side of the dist. cap which allowed an allen wrench to be used to "fine tune" the dwell (when using dwell meter) while the engine is running. On a Ford, you have to remove the cap and rotor, and keep trying to tune it in with a feeler gauge, and hoping you can get the best results on your dwell meter. A real PITA. So there is a small sample on an "old" car.
Funny, I was about to make a video about my 97 Blazer with the same problem. When it's a cold start up, it'll start up with no problem. Once I turn off the car within a couple of seconds and 4 minutes or so, it'll start up again, no hesitating. However, once the car has been sitting between 15 minutes and 3-4 hours after driving, I have to hold down the switch for 3-4 seconds for it to start. Which is sometimes embarrassing. I should add that when it's cold outside, below 35 degree fahrenheit, I'll always get a check engine light about fuel/air mix ratio. Is that the cause of it not starting properly?
Scotty Kilmer hey scotty im doing a headgasket job on my project car a 3000gt sohc and i needa take the top engine mount out to get the timing cover off can i jack it up a little bit on the oil pan? or do i have to pull the rear mount and the mount on the top (the one im trying to remove) and use a engine hoist to do it?
Thank you scottie..my car has this problem now...drove 3000 miles across country...it always starts 2nd time....going tontake it to the shop before leaving California. Smile
Alex Ramos nine times out of ten it is the horn itself. hope this helps. find you actual horn pull off leads set multi meter to 20 volts. hold multi meter to both positive and negative of the horn leads. have a buddy honk the horn... if you have between 11.5-12.5 volts while he presses on horn change the horn
I have a 2003 Ford F-150 with the same problem. Started going bad about a year ago and got to the point now where it won't start at all. The computer finally tripped a code the other day po340 for the camshaft position sensor. Thanks for this vid Scotty! Was super helpful
LoL, I have this problem. My codes are for my knock sensor and it pulled it twice, and also my oxygen sensor. I have been running the car with the bad knock sensor because I heard it's ok to do so, it just runs it rich I guess? Well the other day I had the car sitting for 4 days, went to start it, and it would not start. I reset the computer and pumped the gas furiously while crankin the ignition and it finally started, with a cloud of burned oil smoke! The car is a 98 altima, its a beater, I paid $1k for it, so I'm not too quick to fix and maintain it. I probably should have waited until saturday with this big long comment, but I had to leave this because this is the problem with the car, it cranks too long before starting! Thanks once again for giving away your hard earned trade secrets and making these vids. Live free or die!
heck, on that beater, as long as it starts, live with it. But you could do my video "how to clean fuel injectors on your car" as dirty old ones often do that too
Shouldn't the MAF sensor have a switched 12v power source? _So you shouldn't have to disconnect the negative terminal tripping radio anti-theft codes and other head aches._
Azurren Those anti theft radios are the dumbest things I've ever seen. The lockout on my old one didn't even work, and seriously, who steals factory radios? Aftermarket is where it's at, there's so much more offered on those units.
Kind of a good habit to disconnect the battery anytime you're messing with wires, whether it be you short something out or shock your self. Neither are fun lol
***Classified*** i had my oem radio unlocked years ago when the code tripped years ago when i had the battery changed now i can let the thing sit for a week and it wont go on anti theft lock out.
SuperJeremi10 Mine was a GM theftlock radio, and I never had to unlock it, even after letting it sit for a month. I didn't know you could disable the lockout.
i replaced my mass ari flow sensor 17 times bcause of you to the tune of 2000 dollars now i cant get my sister/wife a valenrtines day presnet because of you.
That is been the most informative video I've seen God knows I've search plenty of videos none with so much details thank you so much I'll try to replace my air flow system hopefully I'll get my truck running again
My 2002 Mustang GT had a bad diode in the alternator, which kept it from starting on the first try 90% of the time. It made the computer throw a code saying that the camshaft position sensor was bad, even though I replaced it. I bought a rebuilt alternator from a shop near me and replaced it, which solved the problem. Something to consider if you're having a similar problem.
My brothers and I do that... We buy tools and we put them in my 4 car garage that I built. Because we all live next door from each other, and all have GM vehicles, we now have a awesome collection of tools. Lifts, welders, torches, and a lot of specialty tool are things we couldn't afford in our own..
I kind of have a love/hate relationship with those diagnostic machines. I had an issue with my car a couple years ago and took it to 2 or 3 shops and they couldn't tell me what was wrong with my car another shop didn't even bother looking at anything b/c my car is too old to have that port on it! I finally had to take it to a dealer and pay them over $100 just to CHECK things out....turns out the problem was an easy fix that I could have done at home for about $25!
In our repair garage theres a huge portrait of Scotty Kilmer on the wall. Before anybody starts the day, he should make an offering and say thanks to Scotty.
I have a 2000 Chrysler Cirrus that broke dwn on the freeway my speedometer and odometer won't read and not the car won't drive I anticipated waste any more money on street mechanics can diagnose why my car won't start... Battery dead and its a new battery ... I was told it's either my starter or fuel pump I've tested the fuel pump and relay and I don't hear anything at the gas tank please tell me you live on the city Michigan to check it out your videos are the most informative I've ever seen
If you like my car help, be sure to watch my live car talk show every Saturday morning at 10 AM CST on TH-cam. I answer your car questions LIVE there. Just check it out at th-cam.com/video/VognjkYaMjg/w-d-xo.html&feature=c4-overview . And remember, every TUESDAY I upload a new video on the scotty kilmer channel on TH-cam, th-cam.com/users/scottykilmer , so don’t miss them.
THANX TONS mr Scotty my chevy was like this last 2 weeks (even worse) it was sort of knocking when starting. so i saw this video and i went to check the MAS and guess what it was very loose connection so i just reattached and the car runs now very smother
Thanks for this tip Scotty. Having the same issue up here in cold Michigan however just starting it the first time of the day on a cold morning. No codes have shown on dash and only 6000 miles on a 2017 V8 Tundra. BAFFLED.
I love this guy 😂 he the Steve Austin of cars. Whoever don't like him hating. I could listen to him talk about cars all day. Just something about him. " I hire a guy like me." Scotty Kilmar 'how to fix a crank air flow. We need to start sharing more like how Scotty Kilmer said
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Hey Scotty my check engine light is on but no scan tool can read my car at all
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Scotty Kilmer I hear a low zip noise when I start my car. Car runs fine though. Could something be wrong or am I just paranoid?
Scotty Kilmer great video, my 2004 f150 4.2 l codes read bank 1 too lean and bank 2 too lean, is this the mas air flow sensor?
Cristian Robles I got a scan tool and it didn't work because the plug on the truck had a blown fuse ,once replaced it works and reads all codes
If you own a car, don't know of another channel on TH-cam that gives more value for time watched than the Scotty Kilmer channel. Big thumbs up!
Robb's Homemade Life scotty kilmer and chris fix are my go to TH-cam car guys
ericthecarguy is a really good resource too
DDJWYD Eric is a true mechanic because he actually troubleshoot. Scotty doesnt really do that.he basically just goes into parts changer mode allot of times
Rich Lo Scotty does try and diagnose stuff, in this video he said he already tried cleaning the maf months ago and it didn't help. Could he have gone in with a multimeter and look at how much volts goes to and from the thing? Yes but he still fixed it, the only other thing that would effect a maf is a dirty air filter and I'm sure he already checked that.
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I imagine his neighbors are all like, "Oh boy there goes Scotty again with his show intros!"
They don't mind, he might be fixing their cars for free!
but scotty is awsome neighbors for me!
but scotty is awsome neighbors for me!
Jared Sherr I would be like, "Scotty! Do you know why my car cranks too long?"
*uploads video* "Thanks!"
Ill be happy as hell if he was my neighbor. My go to mechanic for sure
Im a 27 yr old guy that grew without a dad or anyone to teach me anything. So i gotta say; i dont know what i would do without your videos scooty. I think many of us think the same. Now i fix my own and my moms vehicle. I saved already close to 1k or more on fixes on my own. Thank you Scooty!
I m similar x
I just want to say I've been watching Scotty's videos and have to say he's one badass mechanic awesome dude
Drive Chevy's..
Hi ... My Car Earley in the morning start wery well but after going few km and torn off and stay 1hr then i start my car i put log self then my car starts..... My fuel pump psi 45 whats problem with my car....
Waqas Anwar what kind of car and year ate you driving
Drive Chevy's
You seem like an honest mechanic Scotty! Keep up the great vids!
I love how he just cuts himself out in the middle of a sentence lol
I don't blame him, he was simply explaining how
I love how this guy edits. He cuts himself off in the middle of a sentence. xD
+Nauman Javed Yeah,but Socrates couldn't tell you how to fix your car.
+1
+ATL Shogun the good type*
+Nauman Javed partylines maybe people should go back to sharing m..........
Nauman Javed lololol XD he's awesome
I picked up a scan tool 10 years ago. Its saved me thousands in diagnostic testing costs. Best $150 I've ever spent on a tool.
This guy is a life saver for cars! Thx Scott!!! ur the best!!
Scotty is the best Mechanic in America and the World. Thank you.
I think your repair videos are one the easiest for me to watch (Some videos by other people about car repairs are too stressful trying to follow them) You are easy going, funny, and still manage to get the needed information across to the viewer . . . hope you stay around for a long time.
Yayyyy he still makes videos 😊😊
Scotty killer you are the very good and intelligent American mechanic
I bust out laughing when I read this
iron sheik haha Scotty the killer mechanic xD
iron sheik sheiky baby
iron sheik I wish I could delete your comment for BAD GRAMMAR
Still sniffing that coke, sheik?
Dear Scotty,
When i had the same symptoms for my car, where it took a bit to start. It turned out that my crankshaft was split into two. which would be one of the worse case scenarios. Reason for it was, driving high speeds with low oil according to my mechanic.
I just wanted to share my experiences, maybe this would help others.
Had a problem with a Chevy pickup starting when cold . You said check for leaks around the mass air sensor. Found the problem in 5 minutes . The hose clamp was just a little lose by the sensor . That motor is very sensitive to air leak, the hose wasn't that lose but it made a big difference . This isn't the first time Scotty has help me . That crazy guy is right on !! Thanks
Stupid GM with their side post batteries.
Casey Hagist I hate the screw type battery terminals as well.
Casey Hagist They are terrible.
Casey Hagist Aren't they great? All those times the ECM goes on-off-on-off as you try to get the bolt started... I think GM did that to "encourage" premature ECM failure. And yes, I'm a GM nut. LOL
Andy Hicks That explains why I saw a GM ECM box left sitting next to a pump at a gas station once lol.
my truck had them too don't like them
Scotty, you're a man after my own heart. I have a 1990 Cressida and what you described is almost the same thing as what happened to me , only with one difference. I had a breach in the snorkel tube that caused hard starting but no stall out. The mixture was obviously lean and what I'm leading up to is that the snorkel tube along its length must be AIR TIGHT!!!!! Since parts are scarce, I decided to fill in the gap with duck seal and also duct tape!!! Problem solved!!!!! The breach occurred right at the throttle body!!!!
absolutely love these channels so much useful information that every time I have a issue with my car I come here first keep up the good work
where is the maf sensor for a 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara.. need help...
right after the air filter
Why cant their be more teachers like you in this world? Lots of love from United Kingdom.
Because it’s all about money and power.. Brainwashing is in full effect
I own a mechanic shop and wanted to thank you scotty for putting me out of business :(
damn i repositioned my mass air flow tube and tightened it, as it was making whistling noises, my engine light thats been on for months finally turned off and my car had some difficulty starting at first but is fine now. This video explained a lot thanks scott!
BEST CAR CHANNEL THERE IS THANK_YOU SCOTTY!
This guy is great. I'm gonig to watch his videos for no reason.
I had this Same thing happen to my Chevy Truck..After Diagnosis, it Took me about 20 mins to replace the sensor..Keep Making the Videos Scotty, My Family and I Really Enjoy Them..
I think I'll put in mine backwards, maybe the ECU will put fuel in my tank.
+Salvatore Shiggerino That's some Costanza logic!
Scotty is the man. Only person I listen to about cars
my favorite line. "we'll just unscrew the clamps and get the rubber to come off. Ungh!"
+Joe Shaw I love is videos for the entertainment value. Ungh!
You seem down to earth Scotty, I've been following you watching your videos for a year now ,there really informative ,and you explain things real well thanks keep it up
Definitely use the MAF cleaner... I had an 2008 MINI that threw that code at 90,000 miles and MAF sensors for any car are freakishly expensive if you aren't expecting it. Bought a can that was on sale for $4, reset the computer, and it ran perfectly until I got rid of it at 190,000 miles.
Plus.... if you hear someone needs a new MAF sensor, you can toss them the can, save them $80 to $200, and then they'll buy you dinner :p
P.S. Don't use carb or brake cleaner... it leaves a permanent film on it and it's ruined forever, even if it's fairly new. Don't ask my dad how he found that fun fact out!
The Curious Noob You sure are right they are expensive as hell, and the kicker is they are nothing more than just simple heating elements which create resistance readings and change the voltage signal going to the PCM, surrounded by a plastic shield and a stainless steel mesh grid. Probably only $40 in materials tops but the manufacturer wants $400 for them.
+The Curious Noob wtf were you doing that created 100k miles in 7years lol but nice fix
+MrNotorius5500 yep exactly! You can also use electronics contact cleaner if MAF spray is unavailable to clean the sensor.
2008 Mini's don't last 190,000 miles. Sounds like a fake story. Nice try though lol
Hey one out of a million or so eh?
If everyone at least once in their life owned a carburetted car without a computer, I believe their troubleshooting ability would improve!
I've been thinking alot lately about the older cars/trucks. Find one that has a good body and maybe needs a tranny or brakes/struts/ exhaust and paint. I long for the days of just jumpering a wire or something simple to get out of a problem on the side of the road!
Thanks Scotty! One of the most reliable on TH-cam!
Leaky fuel pressure regulator that's not holding pressure after shutdown will cause a slow start after sitting. Can usually leave the key on for a few sec can help before starting. A fast start relies on pressurized fuel at the injectors as soon as the key is turned. If it has to prime up it may stall.
Tim Z actually your right i put key for 15 to 20 min and it will start.
Thanks Tim Z, I have an 89' Econoline and this might be my problem. Thanks for sharing 👍🏼🇺🇸
@@michaeljovellanos3515 no you use a cab.
@@michaeljovellanos3515 that's way too long. More like 15 to 20 seconds
had the crank issue in My 06 g35 coupe. and connected the scanner ,had bad camshaft sensors on bank 1 and 2 . replaced them after seeing a DIY video since I was quoted around 200-300 dollars everywhere . did an oil change and a new filter and car is running marvelous
this guy should do horror movies.
fixing cars often turns into a horror movie
Scotty Kilmer so true
Scotty Kilmer I have a Nissan maxima 99 I have a problem when it's hot and car sits outside on the sun car won't start when I open the hood for about 20 minutes to cool off car starts no problem any idea? When cold out starts no problem just when it sits on the sun it do this battery is good changed it no check engine?
Uma Pasa12 suspect ignition control module
Uma Pasa12 if it isnt maf sensor than clean intake thotle body, my maxima did weird thing too.
I have a 2002 Chevy Express van with a 5.0L. It developed a hard start problem where it wouldn't catch until the second or third turn of the key in the cold morning but would start on the first try all day long after that. So, I had a shop look for any codes and there were none (I now have a code reader) and to check the fuel pressure which turned out to be fine. I did clean the mass air flow sensor to no avail. I did change the air filter which was clogged with dirt but that didn't help. I even went as far as to have the battery checked (it showed 12.73 vdc) and was assured it was fine. On a whim, I changed the three year old two year battery and shazam, no more starting issues!
+Abunai One yep, batteries have a TON to do with car starting, yours is a rare condition, but does happen
I enjoy your videos please keep them coming
Aussie here. I had a 1995 Holden Commodore with Buick derived 3800 V6 and it was probably this that caused the excessive turning over time, though not chronic like this Chev, so did nothing about it.When I had an LPG (Liquified Petroleum Gas -known as a propane system in the US) system fitted, it would fire up right away after that and I recall the the gas carb was fitted beyond the MAF inline along the intake pipe!!
Be sure to check the fuel filter too, I often find those things are decades old and neglected even when shops have charged people for replacements on them they haven't actually done(VERY common in franchise shops where the filter is difficult to get to). I do the key 5x on off for 5 seconds prime and crank, if it fires right up then you know you have a fuel rail/filter/pump problem.
Peter Carlson Usually have someone turn the key to ignition while with the fuel cap taken off listen in the filler hole for a noise.
Peter Carlson The Chevy trucks have an issue with the check ball on replacement fuel pumps and priming works well in lieu of replacement.
***** the problem is especially bad on some Saturn's when dropping the tank is necessary. A whole lot of those cars went to the dealer for service and they charge for the part and the labor but when you take it apart you find it's never been touched. GM was never proud of their Saturn brand and it is very apparent.
There is no need to drop the tank. Pull the trunk carpeting and look for some cover. Remove it and there is the fuel pump. What a waste of time dropping the tank.
AP499D25 there is no cover on the 2005 Saturn vue, amongst other models you have to drop the tank to get at the fuel filter inside.
You are my goto guy, I had hard starting with 3.4l chevy and by your vids I came up with replacing the MAP sensor for $85 because simptoms matched the best. But still had to hold pedal down an inch to get started hot or cold with rich gas fumes/smoke when it finally started out the exaust pipe. So botom line it wasnt the problem, however evey othe car guy had a vid on the Fuel Pressure Regulator that matched my problem exact as when you removed the vacuum line to the Fuel Pressure Regulator gas would sputter out where the vacuume line was, mine sputterd the gas too, problem solved for the additional cost of $52 for the new Fuel Pressure Regulator. Please do a vid on this problem. Thank you for your videos, keep up the good work.
You're the best, Scotty. You ever think about making a video taking about which makes/models are the best for buying used for first time buyers?
just buy a toyota, simple solution
Scotty Kilmer is a corolla good for hard driving?
jawmom2 You can't get a better car. The use them as taxis and police cars in Bangkok and in that heat with the AC always on they get 1,000,000 kilometers or more out of them . (That's about 600,000 miles)
thats good cause i deliver pizzas and i need something reliable for the hard driving conditions
It will be a toyota Celica
This guy rocks, I'm more of a carpenter than a mechanic & Scotty your videos are very helpful thank you.
And for carbs, it's a bazillion and 1 possibilities :P
Brad V yep. Most likely a bad carb. New carb at that point
I was watching a playlist of these videos... I can't believe you made the video series back in 07
You should also give suggestions for people with cars that dont even have a computer :P
then you go to auto zone, they scan them free for you at their stores
I was referring to old cars ;)
devilmastah Well, you won't have any MAF sensors to worry about. You'll have to fall back to fuel/air/spark and problem solve from there. Get ready to do a lot of inspection or take it to the pros.
devilmastah
If you're talking old cars, well, carb fuel mixure adjustment and overall carb condition can cause a hard start as well as normal tune up issues. However, the biggest contributor to slow starts on old cars would be the dwell adjustment on the points inside the distributor cap. You can dial it in to run, but to have a quick start requires even more dialing in. GM excelled here as there was a little door in the side of the dist. cap which allowed an allen wrench to be used to "fine tune" the dwell (when using dwell meter) while the engine is running. On a Ford, you have to remove the cap and rotor, and keep trying to tune it in with a feeler gauge, and hoping you can get the best results on your dwell meter. A real PITA. So there is a small sample on an "old" car.
JRobert111111 wow i remember that litter silver door. now that's old.
I had a car as a teenager I had to use a crowbar to start. I would have to spin the flywheel past missing teeth so the starter could catch lol.
Funny, I was about to make a video about my 97 Blazer with the same problem.
When it's a cold start up, it'll start up with no problem. Once I turn off the car within a couple of seconds and 4 minutes or so, it'll start up again, no hesitating.
However, once the car has been sitting between 15 minutes and 3-4 hours after driving, I have to hold down the switch for 3-4 seconds for it to start. Which is sometimes embarrassing. I should add that when it's cold outside, below 35 degree fahrenheit, I'll always get a check engine light about fuel/air mix ratio.
Is that the cause of it not starting properly?
could be with that code I'd start there.
Scotty Kilmer hey scotty im doing a headgasket job on my project car a 3000gt sohc and i needa take the top engine mount out to get the timing cover off can i jack it up a little bit on the oil pan? or do i have to pull the rear mount and the mount on the top (the one im trying to remove) and use a engine hoist to do it?
SvddenDeth yes just put a block of would on the pad so it dont dent the pan. Make sure no one moves the jack
SvddenDeth your an idiot
Gaz Girl dont be a ass about stuff im asking questions to, if you dont like peoples questions dont say shit about it
Thank you scottie..my car has this problem now...drove 3000 miles across country...it always starts 2nd time....going tontake it to the shop before leaving California. Smile
Hi Scotty, is it okay if I ask how much you charged the gentleman for this quick fix?
I charged a woman for a similar job, told her she either gives me a bj or 10 dollars, she choose both
hope she didn't have braces
googleccd079 yikes...
Best and most honest car guy. Big up Scotty Kilmer
I don't think you plugged that rubber union in straight. It's supposed to line up with the notch in the air box. 2:47
considering it now runs like a top, obviously it's doing its job sealing air
I knew someone would mention that.
Scotty Kilmer Scotty hey man I'm trying to find out more about why my car horn doesn't work (Lincoln LS V8) I don't know where the fuses are at
Alex Ramos nine times out of ten it is the horn itself. hope this helps. find you actual horn pull off leads set multi meter to 20 volts. hold multi meter to both positive and negative of the horn leads. have a buddy honk the horn... if you have between 11.5-12.5 volts while he presses on horn change the horn
Scotty Kilmer There’s always that one smart aleck 😂😂😂
I have a 2003 Ford F-150 with the same problem. Started going bad about a year ago and got to the point now where it won't start at all. The computer finally tripped a code the other day po340 for the camshaft position sensor. Thanks for this vid Scotty! Was super helpful
Scotty I wish u can fix my car..Hard to find a good mechanic
So ture. I wish I could find someone like him locally !!!
This guys kinda funny I can't believe I just stumbled across his channel you sir got yourself a new sub
Damn I remember the party lines. I must be getting old.
LoL, I have this problem. My codes are for my knock sensor and it pulled it twice, and also my oxygen sensor. I have been running the car with the bad knock sensor because I heard it's ok to do so, it just runs it rich I guess? Well the other day I had the car sitting for 4 days, went to start it, and it would not start. I reset the computer and pumped the gas furiously while crankin the ignition and it finally started, with a cloud of burned oil smoke! The car is a 98 altima, its a beater, I paid $1k for it, so I'm not too quick to fix and maintain it. I probably should have waited until saturday with this big long comment, but I had to leave this because this is the problem with the car, it cranks too long before starting! Thanks once again for giving away your hard earned trade secrets and making these vids. Live free or die!
heck, on that beater, as long as it starts, live with it. But you could do my video "how to clean fuel injectors on your car" as dirty old ones often do that too
Scotty Kilmer thanks for taking time to answer me scotty. Yes I was thinking to clean the injectors, i will start there!
Shouldn't the MAF sensor have a switched 12v power source?
_So you shouldn't have to disconnect the negative terminal tripping radio anti-theft codes and other head aches._
Azurren Those anti theft radios are the dumbest things I've ever seen. The lockout on my old one didn't even work, and seriously, who steals factory radios? Aftermarket is where it's at, there's so much more offered on those units.
Kind of a good habit to disconnect the battery anytime you're messing with wires, whether it be you short something out or shock your self. Neither are fun lol
***Classified***
i had my oem radio unlocked years ago when the code tripped years ago when i had the battery changed now i can let the thing sit for a week and it wont go on anti theft lock out.
nice
SuperJeremi10 Mine was a GM theftlock radio, and I never had to unlock it, even after letting it sit for a month. I didn't know you could disable the lockout.
You're absolutely the best mechanic ever! Hilarious too!
Any one notice he didnt line up the Mass air flow sensor the right way?
Scotty is the best I swear, he just makes it look eazy breazy.
if im half as cool as you when im your age i will be happy x
Thanks for the support!
i replaced my mass ari flow sensor 17 times bcause of you to the tune of 2000 dollars now i cant get my sister/wife a valenrtines day presnet because of you.
Just revisiting some old Scotty. You sir are a national treasure.
So what if my car has OBD 1.5? lol
GM, making things difficult. lol
That is been the most informative video I've seen God knows I've search plenty of videos none with so much details thank you so much I'll try to replace my air flow system hopefully I'll get my truck running again
U look like Hilary Clinton
Lee Browne they're related, he mentioned it before.
Yeah, Scotty -- Throwin' up gang signs at 2:51! So funny when you replay over & over! I love Scotty Kilmer!
Scotty Kilmer is the greatest thing since sliced bread.
My 2002 Mustang GT had a bad diode in the alternator, which kept it from starting on the first try 90% of the time. It made the computer throw a code saying that the camshaft position sensor was bad, even though I replaced it. I bought a rebuilt alternator from a shop near me and replaced it, which solved the problem. Something to consider if you're having a similar problem.
You make everything look so easy, Scotty!!
Scotty, you are the MAN for taking time to post these videos.
Secondly, do you have any experience with rotary engines? Specifically Mazda RX8s?
yes, fun to drive, not to fix. They all have engine internal problems as they age, even those newer versions.
There are many but you are an icon Bud.
I died laughing when he said "the only way you can mess this up is by putting the airflow sensor on backwards" for absolutely no reason
I don’t even have a car issue but his videos are addicting.
thank u! my crazy car is having trouble starting too. You are funny. I'm glad to find you on TH-cam
My brothers and I do that... We buy tools and we put them in my 4 car garage that I built. Because we all live next door from each other, and all have GM vehicles, we now have a awesome collection of tools. Lifts, welders, torches, and a lot of specialty tool are things we couldn't afford in our own..
I kind of have a love/hate relationship with those diagnostic machines. I had an issue with my car a couple years ago and took it to 2 or 3 shops and they couldn't tell me what was wrong with my car another shop didn't even bother looking at anything b/c my car is too old to have that port on it! I finally had to take it to a dealer and pay them over $100 just to CHECK things out....turns out the problem was an easy fix that I could have done at home for about $25!
Scotty Kilmer you are the best!
Tanks Scotty for saving this old world 1 more time
This guy is the BEST!!!! Helped me so.. many times.
Thanks for the help Scotty! Your videos are extremely helpful
Scotty, I grew up East of you in Oswego NY in the 80s and we still had a party line phone then!
Great voice man! Clear and to the point. Going to watch some more of your videos!
Straight forward ! Go Scotty you are super positive and I really enjoy you great attitude to fixing stuff. Thanks heaps.
you're the best Scotty. I hope you hit a million subscribers one day. I... i love you Scotty
In our repair garage theres a huge portrait of Scotty Kilmer on the wall. Before anybody starts the day, he should make an offering and say thanks to Scotty.
I click the like button before the video starts cause hes always got great info ....
I have a 2000 Chrysler Cirrus that broke dwn on the freeway my speedometer and odometer won't read and not the car won't drive I anticipated waste any more money on street mechanics can diagnose why my car won't start... Battery dead and its a new battery ... I was told it's either my starter or fuel pump I've tested the fuel pump and relay and I don't hear anything at the gas tank please tell me you live on the city Michigan
to check it out your videos are the most informative I've ever seen
Good ole Scotty 👌👌👌👌👌👍👍👍👍👍
Scotty Kilmer, you are the man!
Best mechanic ever!
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Thanks Scotty. I have a 1991 Nissan Pathfinder SE that had this problem, along with a bad TPS. Waiting on the delivery of the new MAF
THANX TONS mr Scotty my chevy was like this last 2 weeks (even worse) it was sort of knocking when starting.
so i saw this video and i went to check the MAS and guess what it was very loose connection so i just reattached and the car runs now very smother
love your attitude Scotty, and thanks for all of your videos, have a great day Sr.
Thanks for this tip Scotty. Having the same issue up here in cold Michigan however just starting it the first time of the day on a cold morning. No codes have shown on dash and only 6000 miles on a 2017 V8 Tundra. BAFFLED.
The right tool for the job. Thanks, Scotty.
I love this guy 😂 he the Steve Austin of cars. Whoever don't like him hating. I could listen to him talk about cars all day. Just something about him. " I hire a guy like me." Scotty Kilmar 'how to fix a crank air flow. We need to start sharing more like how Scotty Kilmer said
We need more mechs like Scotty.
direct to the point short videos. nice
I agree about sharing more with the neighbors. My cousin in Ferguson, Mo says they all share scan tools, etc there.
It is always heartwarming when the fix is both simple and inexpensive!
William Ross Also heartwarmin when you dont have to fix anything at all
+William Ross bruh, MAF sensors are not "inexpensive" by any means
Makin Bacon Very true.
@@bighunterman77the labor does not seem to be very expensive