The engine will not start when hot

124,274 MILES • 1.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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i have the vehicle listed above xsi . The car wont start when the engine is hot, it sounds like it is choked up.
Nov 10, 2019 at 10:30 PM
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When you say it is choked up that makes me think the exhaust is clogged up. Have you tried pulling out the sensors of the exhaust to see if it starts?

Here is a guide that covers the basics of no starts. If it only does this when it is hot, that usually points to a crank sensor. Have you replaced any parts yet?

https://youtu.be/dCjmRL3p4Cs

Maybe get a recording of what this sounds like so we can get on the same page. Thanks
Nov 11, 2019 at 8:48 AM
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