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Originally Posted by fastfredracing
Next time it does not start, cycle the key a few times then immediately go and check for fuel pressure in the rail. Remove the little plastic cap right on the fuel rail, press on the schrader, and you should get a nice little squirt .
Did you ever replace your bed, or bedside yet ?
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Hi Fred - thanks for your post. Did not replace bed and probably won't. Good idea to check pressure at schrader valve if it happens again.
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Originally Posted by Nostril Cheese
Any OBD codes or check engine light?
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Hello NC - thanks for your post. Nein......no check engine lights or codes.
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Originally Posted by john70t
These guys are saying check valve in the FP.
It's worth putting a gauge on it before getting too far into downtime and the task.
Could the system pressure be leaking out (or in) somewhere?
SilveradoSierra.com • Fuel Pump problem - extended cranking required : Vortec 5300 5.3L V8 - Page 2
"Before replacing the fuel pump check your fuel pressure and see where the pressure is at it should be somewhere around 40 - 50PSI if i am not mistaken. Also check to see if the pressure bleeds off fast. If you leave the pressure gauge connected for a while the pressure should not move very much a few psi over 30min to an hour is normal." |
Similar to Fred's post above - thanks John....worth keeping in mind should it happen again.
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Originally Posted by Heel n Toe
Dunno if this is worth a try, but you could try the old trick of turning the key to the last stop before "start" and wait 5-10 seconds before turning it the rest of the way.
Some car we had in the past went through a period where doing that would pressurize through to the F.I., then would start right up.
Usually I could hear the pump running, as it was located behind the rear seat. I think it might have been the '75 Audi Fox.
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Hi John and thanks for your post - will keep in mind should this happen again. I have done this in the past when the previous FP's were going south.
Yesterday the truck ran flawless. Going out shortly to start another day - we'll see what happens after it sat all night. I predict everything will be fine. Thanks again for your thoughts and suggestions....
