Starting issues 2.0 FI Options

[Fortyeights]

Hi,

Just bought a 2.0 FI, which has some starting issues?
Turns over fine but takes ages to pick up and fire, then sounds like it only running on two cylinders for about 30 seconds. But following getting it running and slightly warm runs nice.
What is the most likely culprit, I'm going to replace all the service parts, fuel pipes and injector seals as a matter of course, is the cold starting valve a likely culprit? I presume it gives extra fuel ?
If it is that, is it fixable or is it a replacement job ?

Regards

Carl

[BeatNavy]

Congrats on the new car.

If it's running rough when cold but better when warm I would tend to think more along the lines that you're running too lean -- not rich -- during warm up. I would also check your Auxiliary Air Regulator (AAR) to make sure it's open when cold. I also agree with Brant -- it's probably not the cold start valve -- unless you really do find evidence of rich condition.

If you haven't already, go here: http://members.rennlist.com/pbanders/djetparts.htm and bookmark it and read it repeatedly. Tons of good D-Jet info and troubleshooting tips. Troubleshooting D-Jet without really doing all the basics (tune-up, replacing vacuum lines, checking timing, valves, and fuel pressure, cleaning injectors, etc. etc.) can really be an exercise in chasing your tail, and it's really hard to point to the most likely culprit without more info.

What condition is the car in generally? Does it look like it's been neglected for some time, or has it been well-cared for? If the latter, then maybe it is something very specific. If the former, start a punch list of things to check/replace/adjust.