A 2000 chevy astro van with 98,000 miles has become almost ...

Does it seem to crank forever before it actually starts?

yes, very extended crank time if at all

Are there times when the car will not start at all?

Yes

When it will not start do you notice if your anti-theft light is blinking?

I dont believe this vehicle has that eqipment. But no i havent noticed

You can go to the vehicle and turn the key on and see if you see a security or anti-theft light. When the car won't start how long does it take to restart?

This vehicle does display a security light with the ignition on. It may not start at all. i have used a starting fluid to restart.

Edited by Customer (name blocked for privacy) on July 12 2006 at 11:57pm

When it does not start and you use starting fluid, it will start with no problem?

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A 2000 chevy astro van with 98,000 miles is difficult to start. once it starts it runs without problems. It will start with starting fluid.

Edited by Customer (name blocked for privacy) on July 14 2006 at 5:44pm

These engines use a high pressure fuel pump and are very criticle to fuel pressure. A loss of only 2 PSI can give the the symptoms you describe. I suggest you test the fuel pressure using an accurate fuel pressure tester. It requires a minimum of 55PSI to start.

Just for your info, you do have a theft deterrent system in that vehicle and there should be a security light there somewhere.

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The fuel pump was replaced 6 months ago, would you suggest replacing the fuel filter?

No, I would suggest checking the fuel pressure as I stated before.

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