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2003 Dodge Caravan - Hard Starting Cold - Worse when Hot

 
glosterhage glosterhage
New User | Posts: 1 | Joined: 08/09
Posted: 08/03/09
05:47 AM

I have a 2003 Dodge Caravan 3.3L  When cold, revs for 2 to 5 sections to start.  When hot, revs for 10 plus seconds, sometimes doesn't start at all.  Dealer replaced wires and plugs, full tune up - still have same problem. Up to 2 weeks ago, started as soon as key turned.  Seems if - when cold - pump peddle three times and then hold half way - starts right away 50% of the time - but not always.  Any help would be appreciated.  Dealer said can't tell - no codes indicated.  

 
waynep712 waynep712
Enthusiast | Posts: 652 | Joined: 10/08
Posted: 08/03/09
06:09 AM

change the fuel filter...    see if its clogged....

you should not have to touch the gas pedal to start the motor...

blocked fuel filters can cause this.. they can also damage the fuel pump....  

 

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