99 Ford Taurus cranks over but won't start

Asked by PresherGuruBHNRC Jan 03, 2019 at 09:53 AM about the 1999 Ford Taurus SE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have a 99 Taurus that cranks over but doesn't start. I have had a few
instances recently where this occurred but after letting it sit for some time it
eventually starts. It been 2 days now and still doesn't start.

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On an aging car, it could be anything. Fuel filters are to be replaced every 30K miles. Scan for codes but I'm thinking a failing fuel pump. Listen for it to "prime up" when key is turned on. Check for pressure/flow while filter is off, being replaced. It's 55 psi pressure.

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