hard starting

1999 GEO PRIZM
200,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MRIVERA15
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hard to start and when it does it accelerates dramatically on its own
Jan 14, 2011 at 1:59 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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If the check engine light is on, have the computer scanned for trouble codes. Also, check for vacuum leaks and the idle air control valve. I also recommend checking fuel pump pressure.
Apr 7, 2011 at 1:53 PM
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