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1998 Subaru Forester Repair Question


Topics covered: Fuel pump, Gas, Ignition timing.
Mileage: 174,000 miles.

Asked on December 7, 2011

Engine cranks with occasional backfiring but wont start

Originally the problem was that it would start but would stall when put in gear. I ran codes and there were none. Tonight I added dry gas and it keeps cranking but will not start.
Avatar Asked by Tom Barcroft

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Replied on December 7, 2011

Check fuel pump pressure and check ignition timing

Tiny Answered by Jacobandnickolas (expert)
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Replied on December 7, 2011

Thanks, I will check those out.

Tiny Response from Tom Barcroft
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Replied on December 7, 2011

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Joe

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