2003 Dodge Durango Starts hard when car sits

Tiny
SANDMAN4769
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  • 2003 DODGE DURANGO
  • V8
  • AWD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 85,000 MILES
The engine cranks over a lot unless you turn the key forward to engage the pump. Wait for a couple seconds and then it starts right up. The car runs without any issues. No loss of power.
Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 AT 9:57 AM

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Tiny
OBXAUTOMEDIC
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Hello,

Sounds like a fuel pressure problem. Either a weak pump or failing pressure regulator. Follow link below for test proceedure....

https://www.2carpros.com/car_repair_video/test_fuel_injection_pressure.htm

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Tuesday, December 29th, 2009 AT 10:12 AM

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