[V8] Hot Start problems - but starts when floored

[David M]

Ed - thanks for the reply. Maybe you could help me understand a little
better. Is that the G82 sensor that is near the top radiator hose?

Also, any thoughts as to why would it start (sometimes) when floored? Thanks.
-Dave

On 9/26/09, Ed Kellock <ekellock at gmail.com> wrote:
> ECU temp sensor.
>
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> David M
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> Subject: [V8] Hot Start problems - but starts when floored
>
>
> Been having the classic hot start/no start problem that seems to be getting
> worse. When the car is cool or cools off it starts up w/o issue.
>
> I was totally frustrated and tried flooring it while cranking and the V8
> started! I used to have to do this to my Dad's 77(?) Pontiac LeMans (what a
> POS).
>
> Anyway, what does the fact that it starts when floored suggest is the
> problem? Still the reference sensor or something else?
>
> Unfortunately, my tach dies long ago so I couldn't tell you if if moves when
> the engine is cranking. -Dave
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