Hard starting

Tiny
MR. BICEPS
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  • 2001 FORD MUSTANG
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 38,000 MILES
Engine cranks but will not start unless starting fluid is sprayed into the throttle valve.
Wednesday, December 12th, 2018 AT 12:13 PM

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Tiny
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Good afternoon,

Does it stay running after you prime it or does it stall out?

This is usually the result of a failing fuel pump. I would start by checking the fuel pressure to be sure it is working.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

If there is no pressure or low pressure, it will not start without priming.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-an-electric-fuel-pump

Roy
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Wednesday, December 12th, 2018 AT 1:08 PM

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