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I have a 1996 Pontiac Firebird formula with the.

Tiny
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I have a 1996 pontiac firebird formula with the 5.7 ltr lt1. When I start the car it will idle but when u push the gas it will backfire and die what is the problem
Sunday, February 17th, 2013 AT 11:32 PM

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Tiny
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There could be a number of things wrong. Is the check engine light on? Have you checked fuel pump pressure? Have you checked the catalytic converter to make sure it isn't plugged?
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Sunday, February 17th, 2013 AT 11:34 PM
Tiny
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What should the fuel pump pressure be reading
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Monday, February 18th, 2013 AT 12:17 AM

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