My car has a hard time starting and I have to rev it for a little while before it lets me drive. What do you think it is?

Asked by Amber Feb 13, 2018 at 08:18 PM about the 2002 Toyota Avalon XLS

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I notice that it takes longer for it to let me drive when its colder. When its in the
30s/40sF then it doesn't require me to rev it as often.

F_O_R answered 6 years ago

Cold does that. If you have not tuned it up in the last 50,000 miles I would go ahead.

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Amber answered 6 years ago

i need to get he car tuned or the battery? (sorry if that question sounds dumb)

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beatupchevy answered 6 years ago

sounds like a TPS thing , but of course these things should be tested before spending $$

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