NewbieQuestion: Rough cold starts

[Mike Costantini]

Now that the weather is getting colder, my 2.8L 300e needs to crank 3 or 4 times before starting. And then only after slightly touching gas pedal.

Any ideas of what could need servicing? It has new plugs and always uses premium gas.

[Jackd]

If the weather is below approx. 59degF, the cold start valve /injector should activate.
that could be your prob.
jackd

[Mike Costantini]

I found out from the deal that my car does not have a cold start valve.