2004 OLDSMOBILE ALERO User Manual

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3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then

stops), it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline.

Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the

ﬂoor and holding it there as you hold the key in

START for about three seconds. If the vehicle starts

brieﬂy but then stops again, do the same thing, but

this time keep the pedal down for ﬁve or six seconds.

This clears the extra gasoline from the engine.

Notice: Your engine is designed to work with the

electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical

parts or accessories, you could change the way the

engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment,

check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine

might not perform properly.

Starting Your 3400 V6 Engine

1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn your

ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let

go of the key. The idle speed will go down as

your engine warms up.

Notice: Holding your key in START for longer than

15 seconds at a time will cause your battery to be

drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can

damage your starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds

between each try to help avoid draining your battery

or damaging your starter.

2. If the engine doesn’t start in 10 seconds, push the

accelerator pedal about one-quarter of the way

down while you turn the key to START. Do this until

the engine starts. As soon as it does, let go of

the key.

3. If your engine still won’t start (or starts but then

stops), it could be ﬂooded with too much gasoline.

Try pushing your accelerator pedal all the way to the

ﬂoor and holding it there as you hold the key in

START for a maximum of 15 seconds. This clears

the extra gasoline from the engine. If the engine

still won’t start or starts brieﬂy but then stops again,

repeat Step 1 or 2, depending on temperature.

When the engine starts, release the key and the

accelerator pedal.