I am having trouble starting my vehicle when it is hot

Tiny
MELANIE KNIGHT MILLER
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  • 1994 CHEVROLET S-10
  • 4.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 180,000 MILES
I can go outside and it will always start the first time. After it warms up it does not want to restart. What could be my problelm? Where do I need to start?
Wednesday, September 6th, 2017 AT 10:32 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Lets start by running the codes.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/buick-cadillac-chevy-gmc-oldsmobile-pontiac-gm-1983-1995-obd1-code-definitions-and-retrieval-method

If nothing comes up two things come to mind with this problem, first is a vacuum leak which can be checked by following this guide.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-an-engine-vacuum-gauge

The next thing is the engine coolant temperature sensor is slightly out of range which causes the computer to lean out the fuel mixture.

Here is a guide to help with that:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/coolant-temperature-sensor-cts-replacement

Please let us know what happens so it will help others.

Cheers, Ken
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Thursday, September 7th, 2017 AT 10:16 AM

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