2001 Chevy Silverado my chevy silverado

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2001 Chevy Silverado V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic 92.000 miles

i have a 01 silverado ext cab i have to hit the key at least 3 times before it will start but then it runs fine its like it not getting fueu i put a new fuel filter on it and new plugs but did not help any ideas why this is happing or what too try next ??

thank you for your time

dan baxter
Aug 9, 2009 at 4:20 AM
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JDL
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Hello, I'd use a gage and check fuel pressure. 5.3-- 55 to 62, 5.7-- 60 to 66. key on engine off. You might try cycling the key on and off two or three times before cranking.
Aug 9, 2009 at 4:56 AM
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