2008 chevy silverado 2500 hd - truck will crank, but not start. this goes on for a few minutes then starts. 1st time i used the remote starter and it started immediately (3 wks ago).

Asked by icecoldbeer Nov 22, 2017 at 04:17 PM about the 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LTZ Crew Cab LB 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

yesterday, after car wash, it did the same thing, but remote starter would not help.  after 5 minutes of trying, it finally started.  BUT idled at 3000 rpm.  after putting in gear, slowly dropped to the normal 600 rpm.   no issues today.

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did you spray under the hood? that would explain it- don't do that- lots of electronic thingies under there- while we're here conversin' let me also say don't ever use jumper cables either- in fact, just give up on the idea of even opening the hood- access for mechanics only- sorry, I didn't invent this 21st Century- it would be different if I had-

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