Running rough on re-start

[mbradican]

My 1995 normally runs great, but if I start it, then shut it off soon afterwards, the next re-start is rough and the CEL comes on until the engine is revved up or run a block or so.

Most often this is in a situation like starting the car and putting it in the garage, then turning it off. Otherwise it runs great for having 220k miles. Any suggestions appreciated.

[zoner]

My 1995 used to do this exact same thing on occasion- I never figured out what it was (it did it very infrequently and the car was totaled before I had a chance to diagnose) but I suspected a leaky fuel injector(s), as there would be a strong smell of gas (like a rich mixture) on the rough restart. If you can pull the CEL code from the computer, that might point you in a direction or you or could also pull the spark plugs after you shut it down to see if fuel is leaking into one or more of the cylinders. Good luck!