some IMPORTANT info...
eltigre
12-01-2007, 11:18 PM
just wanted to let you guys know:>...........
if you have a "long start problem"...that is , it takes a few cranks to start your engine, it is most likely a fuel pump issue....the fuel pump has a check valve to it that wears over time....Well, the solution to this is to change the fuel pump...BUUUUTTT...don't just change the fuel pump with any pump (ie. EBAY, etc.) you're best bet is to get a full fuel pump assembly from the dealer or one that is EXACTLY like the original...the problem is that if changed with a pump that "fits", the "new" pump may overheat causing things like stalling, stalling on turns, at stop lights, etc ....AKA VAPOR
so if you just changed your pump and are having stalling problems the sorry but you'll probably have to change it again
also, if your van has a good amount of miles on it then also check you motor mounts,, they tend to break over time
if you have a "long start problem"...that is , it takes a few cranks to start your engine, it is most likely a fuel pump issue....the fuel pump has a check valve to it that wears over time....Well, the solution to this is to change the fuel pump...BUUUUTTT...don't just change the fuel pump with any pump (ie. EBAY, etc.) you're best bet is to get a full fuel pump assembly from the dealer or one that is EXACTLY like the original...the problem is that if changed with a pump that "fits", the "new" pump may overheat causing things like stalling, stalling on turns, at stop lights, etc ....AKA VAPOR
so if you just changed your pump and are having stalling problems the sorry but you'll probably have to change it again
also, if your van has a good amount of miles on it then also check you motor mounts,, they tend to break over time
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