2008 Toyota Corolla (ZRE152R) — Repair Solution

1.8L 2ZR-FE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto · Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up · Engine

Toyota Corolla (ZRE152R) Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Toyota
Model: Corolla (ZRE152R)
Year: 2008
Engine: 1.8L 2ZR-FE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
Kilometres: 105,000
Area: Engine
Category: Long Cranking Time / Slow To Fire Up

Customer Complaint

Hard start hot and sometimes cold.

Problem Summary

If you crank for a few seconds then let it rest and crank again it will fire almost immediately. Serviced elsewhere, fuel filter has been replaced.

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Quick Facts

CodeTOYZR08118
Vehicle2008 Toyota Corolla (ZRE152R)
Engine1.8L 2ZR-FE 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol Auto
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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