Starting problems

Tiny
JBLYKINS
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  • 2008 GMC ACADIA
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 180,000 MILES
When I try to start it acts like battery is drained. If I pump gas a couple of times will start and run fine. Tested battery and it is good.
Friday, February 9th, 2018 AT 11:06 AM

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Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Good afternoon.

Pumping the gas does nothing like it did with the old carburetors.

If you have to push on the accelerator, it may be the idle air control.

Also, I would check the fuel pressure to be sure the pump is working and check for spark.

Roy
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Friday, February 9th, 2018 AT 12:42 PM

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