Hi i have a 97 wrx version 3 which ive had for a year, to start it ive always turned it over where it hasnt quite fired up then second time i put my foot on throttle and she fires up straight away everytime until a few weeks ago it just wouldnt fire up. aa had a look said he thought it was fuel pump but thing is i can hear it prime but only sometimes would that mean it is broke and sticking? the other issue is my imobilser which is a hawk system the old owner said starting problems started when he put the system in could it be that? bat went flat yetserday so getting it recharged to have another look any suggestions guys. cheers, lee.

 

Any one got any ideas?

 

check the fuel pump connectors as they can corrode and cause a poor contact

 

yes but even when i hear it prime it still does not fire up, i just dont get it!

 

Aha is fuel getting to the fuel filter?

 

well my mate came to look yesterday but bat was so flat even with a jump it would turn over properly im charging it tonight then hes coming on thursday so we can check that, could be the fuel filter is clogged up?!

 

because of the fact i have to put foot on throttle to start (only when car hasnt been started inn morning otherwise started ok).

 

Battery on its last legs could cause this.

 

hmm il bare that in mind