I've replaced the rotor and distributor cap. It cranks up every time but when I press the gas pedal it shuts off.
Jun 9, 2025 at 12:50 AM
Shuts off when I give it gas?
1992 TOYOTA PICKUP
LISA WALKER
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Hello Lisa,
The first thing I would do is replace the fuel filter. Here is the location so you can swap it out. It is also possible the fuel pump is going out or the catalytic converter is clogged. If you crank the engine over and do not feel a "pulse" from the tail pipe this can be the problem.
The Fuel Filter is Located at the right side of the engine above the starter motor.
Most people do not replace the filter because it is difficult to get to. FYI. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response.
The first thing I would do is replace the fuel filter. Here is the location so you can swap it out. It is also possible the fuel pump is going out or the catalytic converter is clogged. If you crank the engine over and do not feel a "pulse" from the tail pipe this can be the problem.
The Fuel Filter is Located at the right side of the engine above the starter motor.
Most people do not replace the filter because it is difficult to get to. FYI. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response.
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Jun 9, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Changed the fuel filter, didn't fix the problem. The truck cranks and runs until I give it gas, then it shuts off. The catalytic converter is in good condition.
Jun 12, 2025 at 7:06 AM
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Okay, the next step is a vacuum leak or the EGR valve is stuck open.
Here is a video to help find the leak:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRKWV4Are5c&t
This video can help you test the EGR valve:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqUCbbKdWf4
Here is the location of the valve so you can test it. Please upload pictures or videos in your response of the problem.
Here is a video to help find the leak:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRKWV4Are5c&t
This video can help you test the EGR valve:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DqUCbbKdWf4
Here is the location of the valve so you can test it. Please upload pictures or videos in your response of the problem.
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Jun 12, 2025 at 8:43 AM
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