Cool engine start problem

[gwilliams]

I recently replaced my timing belt, plugs, wires and air filter on my 98 XC at 80,000 miles. *Since then I have had a cold start problem once the engine cools down from running. *It eventually starts but takes considerable cranking before it will start.
* *I have had it at the Volvo garage for the last week, but it did not improve at all. *I am scheduled to take it back next week. *They assure me that the belt is on correctly and have checked the car with gauges while trying to start it in the morning.
* *Has anyone experienced this problem and can you share the solution? *Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
George

Haven't had to replace my timing belt yet (60,000 miles).  I hope don't have similar problem when it come time.  Best of luck finding a solution!

[Hiro's XC]

It sounds like the timing is off a little bit. Have it checked. They may have put the belt a notch or two off.

jason

[P Hartmann]

may need to upgrade the ECM to solve this problem: I recently had my software upgraded when I mentioned a bit of starting trouble in the cold.