2006 Pontiac Pursuit Losing power while driving.

Tiny
DDRAKE87
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  • 2006 PONTIAC PURSUIT
  • 4.0L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
Hi there, i've been having problems with my pursuit the past two days. When i'm driving at low speeds, or stopped, the car just loses complete power, and I have to restart it to get it moving again. Yesterday I had to turn it off and on 10 times before it would move more then 4 inches. I had the ignition switch replaced last year due to a recall, and around this time last year it did it twice. I've only had the car a year and it seemed to be in good condition when I got it. I'm not sure if this is the ignition switch messing up again, or if the fuel pump is clogged or something? Maybe its the cold weather since it happened last winter too? Hope you can help!
Thursday, February 12th, 2015 AT 4:28 AM

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Tiny
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Scan for codes and check fuel pressure with a gauge auto parts rent it.
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Thursday, February 12th, 2015 AT 5:44 AM
Tiny
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I would run the codes to see if anything is stored, here is a guide to help you.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/checking-a-service-engine-soon-or-check-engine-light-on-or-flashing

I have seen the fuel pump go out in these cars which will cause the problem you are having, here is a guide to help you with instructions below to help you switch out the fuel pump if it tests low.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Fuel Pressure (Key ON, Engine OFF) .................... 345-414 kPa (50-60 psi)

Check out the images (below). Please let us know what happens.

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Friday, July 5th, 2024 AT 12:24 PM

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