I just got a 2001 2.5RS, and it has issues starting. I have to crank it for some time before it starts. Also, my check engine light just came on. I know very little about the workings cars. Any suggestions about what it could be?

Maybe the car isnt getting anough gas to start it up. bad spark plus, spark plug wires, it could be many things.

You should also take it somewhere to get that code pulled.