2002 Ford F-150 SPUTTERING THEN SHUTS OFF FOR AWHILE

TONYBBABY

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2002 FORD F-150
V8
2WD
AUTOMATIC
18,000 MILES

The truck will run for awhile then I turn it off then it wont start but if it does start it acts like its not getting gas. I changed the fuel filter and spark plugs. Also when im driving it sputters then shuts off. I put injector clean in the gas. Still not helping. It shut down yesterday and wouldnt start back up but it did this morning. Somebody help

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Have you checked fuel pump pressure? Also, when it doesn't start, can you hear the fuel pump run for a second or two when you first turn the key on?

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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 1:14 PM

TONYBBABY

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Im ingnorant when it comes to cars. How do you check fuel pump pressure?
And how can you tell if its working?
Should I just get a new pump

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Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 AT 9:24 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi:
I'm sorry about the delay in getting back to you. I lost my father this week and I'm sure you understand.

As far as checking fuel pressure, here is a how to. You will need a pressure gauge. Most parts stores will lend or rent them.

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

Let me know what you find.

Joe

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