rhjames

It doesn't sound like a flooding problem. It could be lots of things. Alternator is a strong possibility, fuel blockage, fuel pump,fuel pump fuse etc. Probably needs some trained skills to fix.

rhjames

Good news. Thanks for the feedback. I tried to reply to your questions, but the web site wouldn't accept them yesterday.

Jon316G

iTrader: (1)

An issue with the fuel system is always a possibility, but the keyword he mentioned that strays away from that theory is that his battery died.
That wouldn't happen with a fuel related issue.
And I agree... some trained skills are required.

dorayee

Thanks All for such a quick response ......

So It's not the flooding issue ..... then it might be the alternator issue (since the battery is died and the head light was flicker). I will check by jumping up the battery and then let it run by its own and if it stops then wala the alternator issue then, I also will see the rubber it might lose or wear out! and I will let you guys know !!!

Thanks again !

dorayee

Hey Guys,

It's my stupid mistake, It's not flooding! It's a loose connection (positive connector) btw battery and the alternator. I tightened it up as much as I can, I'll let the mechanic to check it tomorrow if it needs more tightening then. Many Many Thanks for all advises !!!

Kosova

when i enterd the car one morning, my big boots touched the gas a couple of times... flooded the engine, when when it turned ON after a couple of tries .. the CEL came on ...
kept driving it for a day like that.. the CEL went back to Normal..
Nothing to get worked up about.. some driving time fixes it..

:]

MegDecker

Hi All,
I parked my '04 8 on low fuel/oil and went out of town for a few days. Came back, put fluids in and can't get it to start. The battery is fully charged. My ignition coil pack is less than a yr old, as is my oil metering pump, radiator and a few other misc parts. I tried push starting and that was a no go. Any ideas?

jmc23200

Added fluids? Was is NOS?

Seriously though, what fluids did you add?

dorayee

Hey Guys,

Just wanna give an updated on my car. I got the battery connection fixed ( the mechanic replaced new caps on both end of the battery and tested the battery is working fine).

However I experienced another problem, when the rpm is very low (i.e. <1,000) while driving (hit the break, slowing car down) or simply just stalling the car with no speed (so low rpm), then Engine becomes unsmooth, vibrate, and rpm is flickering like losing power and almost shut down the Engine, Any Clue to check what might go wrong? fuel pump,fuel pump fuse? the Engine operate normally if i hit the accelerator paddle (yields high rpm like 5000-6000 rpm, but there is a lound noise coming out from the exhaust pipe, I REALLY HOPE THAT IT's NOT the ENGINE problem, since it's 113k ('04 AT Model), Pls help !!!!!!!!

Thanks!!!!

dorayee

Guys, Any clue ? Pls !!!

stx0174

i have the same prob with my 05 AT...it happens to me if i drive the card hard and come to slwo moving traffic or to a complete stop, it happens more if i go ro put gas in the car. It will take awhile to start back up...from what i've got many people say start with coils, spark plugs and new plug wire. im not too sure cause i havent chech mine as yet.

jmc23200

What do you mean "loud noise coming from the exhaust"? Try to describe it.

As for your other issues, check the following. Coils, Spark Plugs, Spark Plug Wires. After those three are checked/replaced I will dive deeper into this.

4g63Rotary

Hey when you tried to push start your car what happened exactly, I feel this is my last alternative to the dealership at the moment mainly due to time. My 8 won't start for beans!

All was good then I parked it for a week came back and it won't start.

ChillinRard

i just had a similar problem with my 04 MT, check your sparks, it sounds like they all aren't firing correctly, one might have fouled, if u pull one and it looks all black with sludge or such in it replace em, that prolly will do the trick, if you changed them recently make sure your Leading and Trailing all match up, Leading wires to leading sparks in the leading hole and the same for trailing

dorayee

To jmc23200 ==> the loud noise sound like "boop" once only and then just some small noise "cat cat"

Alright, Thanks Guys!! I'll see the local mechanic tomorrow and let them look for coils, spark plugs, spark plug wires as you all mentioned and keep you update!! Many thxs!

jmc23200

It could be a clogged cat dude. A clogged cat can cause a lack of power and possibly excess back pressure causing the engine to have extremely rough idle or even stall (I may have made that up). I would have your local place, or you for that matter, take the cat off and put a straight pipe on(aka test pipe). It will be really loud, but is a good test. If the problem goes away, you know its your cat. This can be done in like 20-30 minutes too.

rx8kush

my rx8 always sounds like its chocking when i crank mostly when its cold out i flooded it three times already first time was a mistke second time was because i was in a rush an third was when i stalled after some punk almost macked up my rx8 as i was leaving my house that was bad because it happend not too long after the second time but is there any recall or something to fix this. after the second time my car never starts the same and when i start it up the entire neighborhood smells like gas

jmc23200

Stronger CCA battery, upgraded starter, don't turn off engine cold, rev engine to 3k rpm for 10 seconds and turn off.

rx8kush

thanks i always rev it before shutting it off but ur right about the battery i never thought about that because i know i got a new one recently but its not working out.....about the starter what should i be looking for?

rx8kush

i just read an old article on how many people are getting thier engines replaced for free because of this problem >>>>>do i qualify for this recall ??? i got 82K on my engine but i feel like it does not perform like it should it shakes like crazy when it idles and the rpms jump up and down when this happens would a battery fix this i just got a full tune up and it does run better but i feel like theres still something wrong idk but im sure somone here knows a thing or two on what i should do in order to fix all of these problems

jmc23200

There is an 8 year/100,000 mile warranty. If you have low compression, you can get a re-manufactured engine. You will need to get a compression test which will cost you $200 unless you need a new engine.

My suggestion is to do a FULL tune-up first. New coils, spark plugs, wires, battery(if you think its necessary), and last but not least, seafoam the engine. These are all things the dealer will want to do BEFORE replacing the engine and they will charge you over $1000 to do it all. It will cost you under $400 to do it yourself. There are great DIY threads for all of these procedures. So easy, a caveman can do it.

rx8kush

nice but i dident get my car from a dealership would i still be able to get a new engine if i fail the compression test

jmc23200

Yes, just make sure your car is stock or very close to it. Oh, and start digging up service records if you can find them.

rx8kush

so i got the full tune up alignment, spark plugs, wires, filters, oil change, still have same battery and starter and i got the coils replaced a long time ago, still my car is acting weird it definatly runs better but it still has the starting issue and my engine almost flooded today,,,,,last time i towed it to the shop they said there was gas everywhere,,,,,in the oil, air filter, secondary intake or something like that...... what do i do next what is seafoam and what is the cost for this but so far the car has the same problem any suggestions????

jmc23200

Coils replaced a long time ago? What is a long time ago? Who told you there was gas all over the place? Did they tell you that you had a blown or cracked head gasket because you had froth on your dipstick?