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idle engine start ford

Sent to Car Experts September 16 2005 at 11:35 AM
   

Subject: Possible Flooding Problem of 1986 2.9L, Ford Ranger Pickup
Owner: ewest1@satx.rr.com
Engine turns over, starts, but runs for about 3 seconds then dies. Attempt 2nd start, but engine does not start. Pressing down on foot accelearator releases excess gasoline. Attempt 3rd start. Engine turns over, pops loudly, and starts, but must run enngine for at least two minutes before it will idle smoothly. Thereafter, during the day, no more starting problme. However, the problem returns.

Customer (name blocked for privacy)
Status:  Closed   Value: $5
Info Request
September 16 2005 at 2:21 PM (2 hours and 45 minutes and 43 seconds later)
         
Is the check engine light coming on?

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