superj, it didn't start up easily as I would expect if this was a switch issue. It still struggled for a while. I think it started on the third try.
It is still covered by the powertrain warranty. I will probably contact the dealership regarding this.
It was in first with the clutch depressed.
I will try the gas pedal thing if it happens again, thanks.
I am wondering if this is actually a fuel issue? Perhaps water in the tank or just bad fuel.
So I did just get the car started. The only thing I did differently this time was that I put it in 1st while I cranked. I gave it a good amount of cranking and some throttle. It struggled but then started. A bunch of black smoke came out of the exhaust. Drove it around the neighborhood without...
Yes I have seen those. Wrong year. They moved the relays out of the wheel well (stupid place to put them) and into the top of the engine compartment. I had previously checked all of the relays and they are pristine.
No I haven't. I just verified that the pump is running as it should. Is there a way to check fuel pressure other than by removing an injector?
I would rather leave the fuel line stuff to the pros, so if this ends up being the cause I'll have it handled in a shop. I can smell unburned fuel from...
Hi Everyone,
I am hoping someone might be able to provide me with a new direction before I decide to have the car towed to the dealership.
2018 Jeep Compass Latitude - 50k miles. Manual 5 speed. Driven regularly. Yesterday my wife attempted to start the car and it wouldn't start. The starter...