1996 Ford Explorer engine starting

150,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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TAZTOPCAT
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When the explorer sits for approx. 1/2 hr. it will not start . It appears that it is not getting gas because if given a shot of ether it starts. Once running it runs fine. It also starts easily cold and if started within a few minutes. I have changed air filter,cleaned throttle body,plugs,wires, coolant temp. sensor, oxygen sensors, and cleaned the egr. valve to no avail. Any suggestions?
Jan 27, 2008 at 12:25 PM
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FLEXY5
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When was the last time that you changed the fuel filter?
Jan 27, 2008 at 1:47 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Hook up a fuel pressure guage and check the pressure with and without the regualtor you can knock out the fuel filter/pressure regulator and fuel pump at the same time if you perform it correctly.
Jan 27, 2008 at 2:31 PM
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