will not cold start without starter fuel in intake

1997 MAZDA MPV
170 MILES • 3.0L • 6 CYL • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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PAT OX
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new fuel filter. I disconnected fuel inlet hose from fuel filter to intake manifold, try to start, no fuel coming in from hose. van starts when i spray carburetor cleaner into intake manifold and it runs perfect all day. next day same issue.
Nov 13, 2016 at 7:47 PM
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HMAC300
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check fuel pressure with a gauge pump probably bad auto parts rent it. see link.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator
Nov 14, 2016 at 7:56 AM