Viper Has Become Hard To Start-please Help!

[onebadviper]

Hi Everyone;

I own a 94' Viper that has become hard to start. It used to start in 2 seconds and now it takes 8-10 seconds. Looks like fuel may be de-pressurizing somehow. Any advise? If you tell me to replace the fuel pump or the regulator, do you know how it is done or would a mechanic have to do this?

Thanks,
Warren

 

[99 R/T 10]

Hi Tom,
Do a search for fuel pump and it will bring up related issues, but Tom, F&L GoR has a quick fix that may get you thru until you can get it to a proper Viper tech. PM him.

http://forums.viperclub.org/showthread.php?t=607009&highlight=fuel+pump

 

[Jeff Torrey]

My car is doing the same thing. Over the years people (JON B / Partrack) have always reminded others that if you have a weak battery the Viper/and computer will start doing funny things. I am going to buy a new battery today and will let you know if it solves the problem.

 

[Jeff Torrey]

Yup- Fresh Battery Straightened my car right out. My car was hard to start and it had a strong fuel smell upon start up, like it was flooded.

Good luck.

 

[xlrashn]

I have a 95 rt/10 and just had to put a new pressure regulator in. I am a certified tech with a shop at my disposal and it took about 3-4 hours total. Would advise you have a shop do it if you have limited skills.

 

[Kenneth Krieger]

CHANGE THE BATTERY 1ST!!! Happened to me, and this cured the problem! If not, check fuel pressure then begin the search for the problem.....but I think you'll be surprised what changing the battery will do.