Hard to Start or Won't Start When Engine Warm
The engine cranks but fails to start when warm, indicating a likely fuel or sensor issue that prevents proper starting after the engine has reached operating temperature.
Diagnosis Details
Possible Causes
Faulty engine coolant temperature sensor (ECT) sending incorrect warm signal, causing overly rich or lean mixture
Fuel injector leak or fuel pressure regulator failure causing vapor lock or flooding when hot
Crankshaft or camshaft position sensor failing when hot (intermittent signal loss)
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What You Should Do
Check for diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) with an OBD-II scanner.
Inspect the engine coolant temperature sensor and its wiring.
Test fuel pressure and check for injector leakage.
If no codes, monitor sensor data with a scan tool while the engine is warm.
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