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2005 Other Mazda Models Car won't start

Tiny
MELKEATSCA
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  • 2005 MAZDA
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 59,000 MILES
My car wouldn't start this morning. The two truck driver tapped on the pedal three times and then it revved to life. He explained it may be a fuel filter/injector problem or may even need a fuel pump. I took it straight to the mechanic and he said my car needs a tune-up and he will clean the injectors but if that doesn't fix the problem, I will most likely need a new fuel pump and filter (he explained that for Mazda's, the filter and pump are one piece so he can't just replace the filter). Does this sound correct? Should I get a second opinion?
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Monday, April 7th, 2008 AT 12:47 PM

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Tiny
2CARPRO JACK
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Thats pretty low mileage for needing a fuel pump. Tapping on the pedal does nothing for a fuel injected car, but let air into the engine, which means it could have been rich for lack of spark or too much fuel. I think I would get another opinion. Have the PCM scanned, fuel pressure tested.
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Tuesday, April 8th, 2008 AT 7:50 AM

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