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Jun 23, 2013 | 08:33 PM

gary096

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Fuel Issue

Sometimes my 96 Vette wont start, but then if I loosen or take the fuel cap off, it starts right up. Is this a sign of the fuel pump going out?

Jun 24, 2013 | 04:46 AM

JMelton

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When you take the cap off, can you hear a big inrush of air when this happens?

You might try cleaning the cap, or replacing it. The vent could be plugged up.

Jun 24, 2013 | 12:17 PM

davewhtt

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Originally Posted by JMelton

When you take the cap off, can you hear a big inrush of air when this happens?

You might try cleaning the cap, or replacing it. The vent could be plugged up.

Jun 24, 2013 | 12:42 PM

bac22

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Originally Posted by gary096

Sometimes my 96 Vette wont start, but then if I loosen or take the fuel cap off, it starts right up. Is this a sign of the fuel pump going out?

Fuel pump is a likely suspect, but do the basics first like changing the fuel filter. If the cap was bad I would suspect you'd have a check engine light on. How is your fuel milage? Have you noticed a drastic change? Also see if you ECM is holding codes.

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