When trying to accelerate it sputters and cuts off

Tiny
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  • 1999 GMC JIMMY
  • 6 CYL
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 140,000 MILES
Idles smooth but when giving it has it sputters and will not take the gas without cutting out.
Thursday, August 16th, 2018 AT 9:45 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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This sounds like a fuel pump issue but to be sure lets use this guide to confirm the failure.

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

58 to 62 pounds the pressure needs to be.

Please run down this guide and report back.

Cheers, Ken
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Friday, August 17th, 2018 AT 12:06 PM

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