1999 Dodge Stratus wont run

1999 DODGE STRATUS
192,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BLUEOVALMAN
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car runs good when cold but after awhile dies. i can recycle the key a few times and it will start but keeps dying. not much fuel pressure at bleeder on fuel rail
Sep 26, 2009 at 3:04 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It sounds like a fuel pressure problem. I need you to check it when this happens.

Here is a "how to". Check it and let me know what you find.

https://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_check_fuel_pressure.htm

Note: You'll need a gauge to check it. Many parts stores will lend or rent the gauge.
Oct 7, 2009 at 9:34 AM
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BLUEOVALMAN
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thanks for the response. i thought the same thing about the fuel. i put on a new fuel pump and still had the same problem. i then talked to chrysler guru and he recomended a new crank position sensor. changed it and she runs like a top again thank you.
Oct 7, 2009 at 1:49 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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I'm glad you found the problem. I'm surpised the check engine light didn't come on. Usually, a crank sensor will set it.

Regardless, let us know if you have questions in the future.

Joe
Oct 7, 2009 at 8:07 PM