1991 Ford Explorer fuel pump and pressure

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ROBOFLAVIN
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1991 Ford Explorer 6 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 150k miles

My car has been sitting for about 6 mos. I put gas treatment and fuel stabalizer in the tank. Now, I can start the car, and it stays started. However, when I drive it, I can make it down the road a few thousand feet, and it shuts off. When I turn the key, it cranks, but doesn't turn over and start. I had it toed to the house, and it started up, but when I drove it again, it did the same. I appreciate any feedback. I just found this site and may donate later if I get a response. Thank you kindly.
May 26, 2009 at 11:23 PM
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JDL
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Hello, have you done any basic testing? Can you check for codes?

Have a helper crank it while you check for spark at the plugs, if you have spark everywhere, check fuel pressure. You need to do the testing when the problem is ongoing.
May 27, 2009 at 3:10 AM
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