Hard starting and when the gas pedal is released, the engine shuts off immediately

Tiny
JEEPT_T
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  • 1997 TOYOTA TAMARAW
  • 1.8L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • MANUAL
  • 120,000 MILES
While attempting to start the engine, I need to press the gas pedal for it to start. Then when the gas pedal is released, the engine shuts off immediately.
Friday, June 21st, 2019 AT 5:26 AM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

First, please understand this vehicle isn't offered in the US so I have little to no technical information, but I will do my best to direct you. Understand that with a fuel injected engine, when you press the throttle when starting, it shuts the injectors off. So, since it starts like that, I first suspect there is a problem with the fuel pressure. The first thing I recommend checking is fuel pressure and the fuel pressure regulator. Here is a link that explains how in general it is done. I have a feeling you will find the pressure to be too high.

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

Do this and let me know what you find.

Joe
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