1997 Pontiac Grand Prix starting

1997 PONTIAC GRAND PRIX
12,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BETTENCOURTSA
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having trouble getting the car started. just had the fuel filter changed. has run out of gas before cus gas gage doesnt work. turns over, just wont start. what else do I have checked? Shirley
Aug 29, 2009 at 10:49 AM
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MMPRINCE4000
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Running the car out of gas can cause the fuel pump to overheat, as gasoline "cools" the pump.

First step is to measure fuel pressure at fuel rail with a mechanical gauge. There is a "test port" on rail, fuel pressure gauge will connect to (screw into) port. Turn engine to "on" (don't start yet) and puel pressure should be a minimum of 45psi, turn ign. off and pressure should hold for a minute or so.

Fuel gauge problem is either sender in tank, gauge or an open wire to gauge.
Aug 30, 2009 at 7:40 AM
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