Since I got my stratus, the car has always run normally, but the engine starts very very fast when i turn the ignition key. Probably takes a second, maybe even less. I havent timed it, but it seems a little fast to me. Ive heard this could mean lack of compression in the cylinders or a timing belt problem. I dont know if this is normal for a V-6 2.5 Mitsu. I dont hear any unusual noises (like banging or whistling). The timing belt is covered by a plastic cover, so I cant really visually inspect it. Any input would be appreciated.

 

f it cranks fast and does not start it needs a timing belt it is probably briken just remove plastic cover and you can see it is broken.

 

my 6g72 starts pretty quickly as well, and it always has

 

well the crank times are more regular now, no starting problems at all, just very fast compared to what im accustomed to. Maybe its a good thing