PinkPoodle Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 I'm looking at a '92 Corolla on CL for $550. The ad says: "Known issue with this car is the so called "cold start" problem, popular among Toyota models made in the early 90's. It becomes a headache in cold winter mornings to start the car - normally it requires to turn the key 3-4 times, wait about 5-10 min, and it will start. Once warmed up, it starts easily and runs smoothly for rest of the day. I searched this issue online and some people suggested that it may needs to replace a part called "cold start switch/valve". What's wrong with this car? Is it as simple as replacing a valve or should I steer clear? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
95legwagon Posted January 13, 2012 Share Posted January 13, 2012 sounds like an iac (idle air control valve). not opening when its cold to keep the engine rpms up to keep it running. its a valve and its for cold weather starts and it goes bad on alot of vehicles....well not BAD but gets gummed up.....one can be had at a junkyard for cheap.... hope this helps!!! -jarrid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wavekayaker Posted February 6, 2012 Share Posted February 6, 2012 92 should have a 4afe engine. This engine has a cold start injector that gives the engine a shot of fuel for starting. So far as I know this isn't a common problem, but it is the first place I would look. The 4afe is a pretty comon engine and fairly easy to come by. Good luck Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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