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Engine will not start

Tiny
DDOMINIQUE
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  • 2000 CHEVROLET EXPRESS
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 120,000 MILES
Hi,

Every time that I don't drive the van for 1 or 2 days it will not start unless I keep trying for at least 15 or 20 minutes. I did a complete tune up and when the switch is on I check the port and there is some pressure.
PS. When it starts everything is fine I can turn it off and start it again, no problem.

Thank you for your help.

Dominique
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Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 AT 11:28 AM

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Tiny
JDL
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Hi, when the problem occurs, have a helper crank it, while you visually check for spark at the plugs. If you spark everywhere, use a garage and check fuel pressure. Some of the national brand auto stores used to loan out a fuel pressure gauge.
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Wednesday, February 24th, 2010 AT 3:13 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Can you hear the fuel pump running in the tank, try to smack the fuel tank to get the fuel pump working again?

Also check out this guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Let us know.

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