Ive been having this intermittent issue for several months. It varies from starting first try, 2 key turns then starts, to absolutely no luck after several tries and I let it sit for a day. There's a slight "click" noise coming from the engine bay (similar to a dead battery click) when the key is turned and doesn't start. Checked battery (good) and alternator is new 2021, I also lubed up the ignition barrel and no change. I did notice that all last week it started everyday, several times a day until a slushy snow storm hit. Drove several hours in slush yesterday, sat overnight in garage (freezing temps) and today the same issue returns. Seems as though rain/snow plays a role in the no start. I replaced the starter back in 2012 (PITA) because it wouldn't engage and run continuously. I have a video but can't attach?
**EDIT** To be clear, the engine isn't turning over when I turn the key. All the dash lights are illuminated and a brief "click" but nothing else.
**EDIT** To be clear, the engine isn't turning over when I turn the key. All the dash lights are illuminated and a brief "click" but nothing else.
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Is there a test to check if its in fact a bad EFI? I'm watching a few videos too.
price to install a water pump/timing belt etc. Picked up the rig and my son drove it home. I wanted to listen to the new starter so I walked outside and I'm immediately hit with a strong fuel smell, 10 feet from the rig! It was late so I dint have time to check it out. Next morning I removed the plastic engine cover to check fuel line, injector etc. and found the #3 cylinder injector was bent/out of position. Started the engine and that very injector was pissing fuel everywhere. Looks like the "technician" damaged the injector while reinstalling the intake manifold.
