Engine will not restart when hot

2005 DODGE DAKOTA
150,000 MILES • 3.7L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NEAL J
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Cannot restart after the engine has been driven for a period of time and is hot. Running good not showing any trouble alarm so haven't check for codes. Will crank over but no fire. Once cooled down for approx. 20+ minutes may start as normal. Not overheating.
Dec 16, 2021 at 9:14 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

When it will not start, you need to test for spark and fuel pressure to see which system has failed.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Once you find which system is not working, then we can narrow down the failure. Let me know the results of the checks.

Roy
Dec 16, 2021 at 11:20 PM
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NEAL J
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Thanks Roy. I will respond as soon as I can test it when it occurs again.
Dec 16, 2021 at 11:36 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Sounds good. I will be here to help.

Roy
Dec 16, 2021 at 11:36 PM
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