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Question: Intermittently on starting, the engine seems to not getting enough fuel to run

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pele09, 4.6L V8, Lakewood, CA, July 25, 2011, 13:35
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I just had the oil changed and new fuel filter but the problem is still happening

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    sts_rider July 25, 2011, 14:26
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    you may have a weak fuel pump have you done a fuel pressure test?

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    pele09, July 25, 2011, 14:29
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    No, I haven't. I forgot to mention the problem when I had the car serviced. Sounds like a good suggestion
    I'll have them check it. Thanks.

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    ACA Automotive (3835 Answers) , Long Beach, CA - (562) 353-7453
    ACAkalb August 02, 2011, 12:40
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    I would not only have them run a fuel pressure test but also a leak down test to make sure the system is holding pressure.

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