Anybody have this problem?

DIDYOMA · #1 (**permalink**) 07-14-2011, 07:55 PM

So, let's say I'm pumping gas and I leave the key in the "on" position. When I go to start it, the engine turns for about 5 seconds then it starts. I don't think that's good. Also, do we have a "sealed" transmission, like my Mag, there is not a dipstick.

**rickaren** · #2 (**permalink**) 07-14-2011, 08:41 PM

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Originally Posted by DIDYOMA

So, let's say I'm pumping gas and I leave the key in the "on" position. When I go to start it, the engine turns for about 5 seconds then it starts. I don't think that's good. Also, do we have a "sealed" transmission, like my Mag, there is not a dipstick.

Could it just be the hot weather? Mine is acting different too, but only when it is hot, restarting it that is?

DIDYOMA · #3 (**permalink**) 07-14-2011, 09:05 PM

Not sure, only had it 2 weeks.lol I'll keep an eye out.

dhh3 · #4 (**permalink**) 07-15-2011, 05:54 AM

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Originally Posted by DIDYOMA

So, let's say I'm pumping gas and I leave the key in the "on" position. When I go to start it, the engine turns for about 5 seconds then it starts. I don't think that's good. Also, do we have a "sealed" transmission, like my Mag, there is not a dipstick.

I haven't had the start issue yet. Here is a link to your transmission question.

Where, Oh Where Is Miiyy Transmission Dipstick??

Years ago, I had a 2003 Jeep Liberty Renegade with the same engine/transmission as my Nitro, but I can't remember if it had the dipstick. Memory loss - age getting the best of me. Maybe the new Liberty's have one.

blackops2030 · #5 (**permalink**) 07-15-2011, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by dhh3

I haven't had the start issue yet. Here is a link to your transmission question.

Where, Oh Where Is Miiyy Transmission Dipstick??

Years ago, I had a 2003 Jeep Liberty Renegade with the same engine/transmission as my Nitro, but I can't remember if it had the dipstick. Memory loss - age getting the best of me. Maybe the new Liberty's have one.

Thanks for the link. I still think it's the hot weather

dhh3 · #6 (**permalink**) 09-02-2011, 07:45 AM

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Originally Posted by DIDYOMA

So, let's say I'm pumping gas and I leave the key in the "on" position. When I go to start it, the engine turns for about 5 seconds then it starts. I don't think that's good. Also, do we have a "sealed" transmission, like my Mag, there is not a dipstick.

Mine did this one time - about a month ago. I can describe it as a run away starter. Turned the key to "off", and it started normally and never did it again.

RedMaid88 · #7 (**permalink**) 09-13-2011, 10:37 AM

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Originally Posted by DIDYOMA

So, let's say I'm pumping gas and I leave the key in the "on" position. When I go to start it, the engine turns for about 5 seconds then it starts. I don't think hid blue headlights good. Also, do we have a "sealed" transmission, like my Mag, there is not a dipstick.

I had the same problem and honestly, from my own experience, it is the heat. Have you seen any difference since the weather has been getting cooler or no?

alianaL · #8 (**permalink**) 11-15-2011, 02:34 PM

I had that problem too..

07Nitro · #9 (**permalink**) 04-23-2012, 08:41 AM

its most likely just rebuilding the fuel pressure in the fuel rail that would have bled down while it was just sitting with the key on

jhnhopkins · #10 (**permalink**) 04-23-2012, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by DIDYOMA

So, let's say I'm pumping gas and I leave the key in the "on" position. When I go to start it, the engine turns for about 5 seconds then it starts. I don't think that's good. Also, do we have a "sealed" transmission, like my Mag, there is not a dipstick.

Just found out where all the dipsticks are... Capitol Hill...lol