Hey all,

I'm back with another interesting problem

I have a 2004 Ram 1500 5.7L and it is running very well besides this start up problem. Every time I start it cold, the starter will crank over for about 5-10 seconds before firing up and running fine. If I turn it off and start it back up again within about 30 mins it will fire up no problem. But, if I let it sit for awhile, it will do the same thing.

The starter is turning over perfectly. I've kept up with all of the maintenance so I am a bit confused by this.

Could it be something with the fuel system?

Thanks for any help!

 

Clean the TB and maybe reset the computer. The fuel rail pressure may not be enough.

 

Fuel system may be draining back into the tank from a bad check valve in the pump assembly. You might try checking the fuel pressure on a cold start-up to see of it is up where it should be.

 

Sounds like a problem I had. When I replaced my cam sensor, I didn't have it properly seated. It would start harder when it was cold.

 

hey i'll take a look at each of your suggestions. I appreciate the responses. I will post back in a few if I find something that works