1997 Mazda 626 Trouble Starting

1997 MAZDA 626
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TREY23
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1997 Mazda 626 6 cyl 160000 miles
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My 1997 Mazda 626 has recently experienced some trouble starting if it has not been running recently. If the car has been off for over 5/6 hours I will have to turn the key 2, 3, or sometimes 4 times before it starts. My best guess is fuel pump relay problem but not too certain. Thanks for the help.
Jul 8, 2008 at 10:56 AM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi TREY23,

You are correct in your analysis but it could also be the fuel regulator.

Check the fuel pressure at fuel rails.
Jul 9, 2008 at 12:14 PM
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