1989 Dodge Raider runs for a little, then stalls

1989 DODGE RAIDER
120,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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JKELLER88
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Just bought 1989 Raider with Mitsubishi engine. It runs for a little bit, then shuts off, then won't start again until about a half hour later. Fuel pump and filter is new, along with distributor. Can you please help me?
Aug 22, 2009 at 4:51 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Next time it won't start-check if its fuel or spark related-do below

Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors- Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it
Aug 22, 2009 at 4:56 PM
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