I own a 1999 Mercury Moutaineer 5.0L. 89% of the time will not start on the first turn over. It will ususally take 2-3 sometimes 4-5 attempts then no problems. I have replaced the spark plugs with platinum 4's over a year ago but has been doing this since it hit approximately 80k or 90k miles. It currently has 170k miles on it now. I have thought about fuel filters, maybe vapor lock or even fuel line drainage back to the tank since there is no puddles.
Ever have the fuel pump replaced ? Classic symptom of long crank time ,the check valve in the fuel pump module is bad . Hooking up a fuel pressure gauge to check for fuel pressure bleed off . Fuel bleeds back into the tank. Try spraying carb. cleaner into the throttle an see if it starts sooner ! I would imagine you don't have a fuel pressure gauge to test it the correct way .
Here are Some Tricks to Diagnose Car That Cranks Too Long Before it Starts
SOURCE: TIMING CHAIN - 1997 HONDA CIVIC
This is right off of Hondas website. As it states look in your owners manual for specific mileage related to your vehicles maintenance schedule. Hope it helps!
http://automobiles.honda.com/information/frequently-asked-questions.aspx?Question=3
SOURCE: 1999 mercury cougar will not start has power
turn the key and listen for the fuel pump to kick on
SOURCE: 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis Fuel Pump Replacement
you can try just resetting the fuel pump switch located in the car
the switch is originally in the car for in case of an accident, however, if changed, chances are you also have to reset it
in my 98 grand marquis, the switch is on the left side of the trunk
SOURCE: Where is the fuel filter located at on a 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
it should be on the inside of the frame rail
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I have a 1999 Mecurey Mountaineer 4.0 engine and when I started the yesterday when I would reverse or go forward the jeep would stall. I gcould not go anywhere and then the next day my batterey is dead and I can even start the car at all. I'm thinkin it could be the alternator or alternator belt? I need help can someone help?
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