Will not restart have to let it cool off then it will start

Tiny
2008DODGE195000
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  • 2008 DODGE DAKOTA
  • 3.7L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 195,000 MILES
Starts first time, runs good. Turn off, will not restart. Cranks, fires, then just cranks and cranks. Let it cool off for an hour or so, will start. Parts changed: starter, ignition switch, all ignition relays, camshaft sensor, crankshaft sensor, battery, everything except PCM. Help!
Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 10:04 PM

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Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning.

When the engine will not start, did you check for fuel pressure? If not, I would start there to be sure the fuel pump is delivering correct pressure. If you do not have a tester, you can rent one at a parts store.

Can you hear the fuel pump run? You can try to spray some starting fluid in the air filter and see if it starts and stalls. That will confirm fuel delivery.

Roy
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Monday, March 19th, 2018 AT 1:44 AM
Tiny
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Try a new fuel pump relay.
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Monday, March 19th, 2018 AT 8:25 AM
Tiny
RENEE L
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Hello 2008DODGE195000,

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros. Here is a helpful link to an article from this site with step by step instructions and pictures explaining the process of checking the fuel system pressure, regulator and fuel pump in less than fifteen minutes:

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

If you need further assistance please come back to the site we are always happy to help.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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Monday, March 19th, 2018 AT 9:59 AM

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