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hard starting?
Has anyone else had some difficulty starting up your RX-8? Every once in a while mine takes 3-5 tries to get started. It's very inconsistent (most days it starts without a problem).
Dealer said it might be caused by using 91 octane gas, and I should try a lower octane. What do you think?
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Dealer said it might be caused by using 91 octane gas, and I should try a lower octane. What do you think?
Thanks.
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Every once in awhile it takes mine a few more seconds than normal to start. It is always sporadic and no rhyme or reason as to why it does it. But, it always starts. I have tried 93 and 89 octane with the same results....
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hmm, ive never got any rough starts by using 91+ octane, here in VA its 87 89 93 and some have 94 as well. I have an auto tranny and im close to finishing my break in period. So far i have 540 miles and warmed up my car before i let it loose.
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I've had some sporadic problems with starting as well; I'd say it happens once every two weeks or so. I start the ignition and the car takes about 3-4 seconds to start up, as opposed to starting cleanly and immediately. I've never used anything other than 91 octane and I always warm up before and let settle down after I drive. I'm going to try switching to a lower octane (probably 89) for a while to see if it makes a difference.
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