Do this 3 to 4 times before you try starting it. This will run the fuel pump, and in most cases, you will be able to hear the pump running. This is just a recap of what you should do first to determine if your long crank is fuel-related.įirst, before you try cranking the engine over, turn the ignition key to the run position, then back off without cranking the starter.
In this video, I will show you how to quickly diagnose a long crank, extended crank, or a hard start on a Chevy pickup truck.
Long Crank or Extended crank, Hard start, and how to diagnose properly