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Did you try replacing the fuel tank filler cap? Most common cause of this issue. Otherwise, the fuel vapor EVAP system is detecting a leak somewhere. Best way to find it is at a shop and have a 'smoke test' performed to locate the leak.
The fuel may be flowing back to the gas tank and emptying the line due to a leak in the system or a faulty fuel pressure regulator. If this is the issue, you probably have to turn the key multiple times to get it to start. This reloads the fuel line.
would that cause it to have a hard time starting?
The fuel may be flowing back to the gas tank and emptying the line due to a leak in the system or a faulty fuel pressure regulator. If this is the issue, you probably have to turn the key multiple times to get it to start. This reloads the fuel line.