Help!!!
I have a recurring problem with my gas mileage and hard starting. In late 2003-early 2004, I replaced my entire fuel pump because the fuel gage was not operating and I no idea how much gas I had (running out several times). The entire pump is housed in the tank, so the tank had to be dropped and disconnected. After replacing the pump, I later discovered that it became harder to start. It generally took 2-3 tries before it would actually start. After starting, however, it would run beautiful --smooth, quiet and the mileage was good. Also, after running, I would be able to stop and start it (immediately) without problems. Only after it sat for a period of time (over night) would it be hard starting.
I have since tuned it up twice, changed the oil several times, changed the fuel filter several times, changed the air filter several times and recently changed the fuel pressure regulator.
The car runs beautiful. No hesitations, missing or problems. The gas mileage has recently being getting worse--15 mpg and the hard starting is still happening. Does anybody have any idea as to why???? Donald
