If you have to crank your vehicle twice to get it started, it could be due to several factors. Common issues include a weak battery that struggles to provide enough power, fuel delivery problems (like a clogged fuel filter or failing fuel pump), or ignition system faults (such as worn spark plugs). Additionally, if the engine is cold or has been sitting for a while, it may require extra effort to start. It's advisable to have these components checked to ensure reliable starting.
It started by hand. A hand crank at the front of the engine allowed you to turn the engine until it fired (started). An example of the crank can be seen in the photo above, directly over the license plate.
Before the invention of the electric starter it was the guy with the hand crank.
I have the same problem, it has happened twice on my 2003 Discovery. Towed it to the dealership and they cannot find any fault, it started just fine for them, it is with them right now for 2 days, cannot figure out the problem.
could be your crank shaft
It will self bleed if you try to start it, cycle the ign switchon twice then crank engine
twice
Four times as much as what you started with divided into four equal parts.
Sounds like your battery is at the end of its useful life. You need a new one.
in the side of the block, above the started
in the olden days they had to crank up their cars to get their car started
TWICE
In a carburetor car when the engine is cold, slowly pump the gas pedal once or twice. Then turn the key and crank the engine for a few seconds. The engine should start up. If not wait a few seconds and recrank the engine. DO NOT repump the gas pedal before each "recrank". If by the second or third crank the vehicle has not "caught" or started, push the gas down slightly and it should start. If the car should flood, hold the gas pedal to the floor and crank the starter. DO NOT take your foot off the gas pedal after the crank. This will flood the carburetor even worse. And DO NOT crank more that 10 seconds.