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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 12:44 AM
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Cool Cranks but hesitates to start

Hey everyone,

My Dakota will crank but it takes a few times for it to fire up. It got better when I replaced the power steering switch and replaced the old spark plugs.

However, it still has the issue..... just reduced.

Anyone know what could be causing this? Thank you.

 
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 05:23 AM
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What year, engine and trans?
 
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Old Oct 19, 2016 | 04:02 PM
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if it runs fine after you do get it to run, then your check valve is shot in the fuel return line, basically you need a new fuel pump..i would do a fuel pressure test to verify..
 
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