the car statrted today after sitting for the winter

1993 MERCEDES BENZ 400SEL
178,000 MILES • 1.9L • V8 • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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WAR_ANIMAL
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Car started ran smooth but than started racing shut off the car cranks misfires but won't start its getting fuel.




Apr 23, 2014 at 10:49 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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First, make sure that the fuel pressure is within the manufacturer's specs and not too high or low due to a regulator issue. If the check engine light is on, have the computer scanned to determine trouble codes which can lead you to the problem.
Apr 24, 2014 at 10:33 PM
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The car started checked and cleaned all spark plugs now firing found vacuum hoses loose no idling now
Apr 27, 2014 at 7:09 AM
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If you have repaired all vacuum leaks, check to see if the idle air control valve is working properly.
Apr 27, 2014 at 10:06 PM
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