1999 Oldsmobile Bravada hard start

Tiny
SANDRAQUAM
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  • 1999 OLDSMOBILE BRAVADA
  • 144,000 MILES
When I get in my car in the morning I have turn her over sometimes two to six times to get her to stay running I took to the shop and the man told me she was a hard start but they could not do anything about it because my check light was not on.
She starting to do it in the afternoon after an eight hr work day. He told the problem would be expensive to fix?
what is a hard start or is it bs?
thank you sandy
Friday, August 30th, 2013 AT 3:14 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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First, if he doesn't know what the problem is because the check engine light isn't on, how does he know it will be expensive? Listen, the most common cause of a delayed start as you described is a weak fuel pump or something that is allowing the pressure to drop off. Check the fuel pump pressure to see if it is within the manufacturer's specs and then check fuel pressure drop off. That is when the key is turned off. The pressure should maintain for some time.

If you need directions, there is a video and directions on our homepage under the DIY section. You will need a fuel pressure gauge. Most parts stores will lend you one.

Let me know what you find.
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Friday, August 30th, 2013 AT 8:39 PM

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