1997 Pontiac Grand Prix

Tiny
DM_KILLORA
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  • 1997 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 124,000 MILES
The engine starts and idles fine when you accelerate
it dies
Friday, April 10th, 2009 AT 9:04 AM

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Tiny
MMPRINCE4000
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You will have to check fuel pressure with a mechanical gauge, pressure should hold for a few minutes after pump is off and when you "blip" throttle, pressure should go up a few psi.

Pressure should be 40-45psi, if below 25psi, it may idle but will not run under load.
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Friday, April 10th, 2009 AT 11:12 AM

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