Hard starting

135,000 MILES • 4.3L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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NESHOBA65
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Hard starting sometimes, never know when until I turn the key over. Sometimes it starts up with no problem, other times it turns over like its not firing or getting fuel, but it will eventually start if I hold the key over and gas pedal all the way down. Once started runs fine at idle, will throttle up fine. When I put it in gear will run find until I take my foot off the brake give it gas, then it spits and sputters and will not go, other time it takes off fine like there's no problem. It is not consistent when I have this problem, it may run fine 2 out of 3 times, then give me problems the next time I try to start it.
Aug 16, 2019 at 2:50 AM
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Hello,

These cars had problem with the fuel pump and spider fuel injector. Lets start with a fuel pressure test. here is an guide to help us get started:

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

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/engine-cranks-excessively-before-starting

Fuel pressure should be Ignition ON Engine OFF .................... 62-90 kPa (9-13 psi)

Please run down these guides and diagrams and report back.
Aug 17, 2019 at 4:38 AM
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