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My s-10 won't stay running


Sent to Car Experts September 13, 2005 2:13 a.m.

My 1991 S-10 4.3 v6 starts and runs fine, however, after reaching normal operating temperature it starts sputtering and dies. It will not restart until it has sat for an hour or so. I have replaced the map sensor, fuel pump and filter and had the catalytic converter checked. What the heck is the problem!!! I am at my wits end. Please help.
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Status: Closed   Value: $5   
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September 13, 2005 5:44 a.m. (3 hours and 31 minutes later)
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You need to first test a few functions during the failure.

1) Test for spark at the plug end of the wire using a spark tester.
2) Test for injecter pulse using a small bulb called a noid light.
3) Use a fuel pressure gauge to test for correct fuel pressure.

Once you have determined which of these functions has dropped out,
you will know which system is having the problem.

Here's what the noid light looks like. You won't be able to do this part of the test if you have the VORTEC engine.

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