Fuel filter

2007 CHEVROLET HHR
100,995 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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GATORBAIT1124
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The car does not start the first couple of tries. When it does start, it runs great. I cannot seem to locate the fuel filter on this car. What could be possible causes?
Jul 8, 2010 at 9:24 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Hello,

There is no fuel filter except for the per filter for the pump which is in the tank. It could be a weak fuel pump causing this issue but it could be a dirty throttle bore as well.

Here is a guide to help us see whats going on:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-cranks-excessively-before-starting

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers
Jul 8, 2010 at 1:50 PM
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ENESHAD
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This guide was great. I replaced the fuel pump and serviced the throttle bore the car has never run this good. I love this site!
Jun 18, 2018 at 2:28 PM
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