Fuel pump

1994 FORD TEMPO
80,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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I was driving my car and it stopped accelerating. I can drive short distances but after driving for awhile it just starts going down in speed and eventually stalls out. I changed the fuel filter but do I need to change the fuel pump? After it sits for awhile it will start back up. I can hear the fuel pump kick on.
Oct 6, 2018 at 10:10 AM
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DANNY L
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Hello, I am Danny.

It's possible your fuel pump is weak/failing. I would suggest performing a fuel pressure test. If you do not have access to a tester your local auto parts stores have a tool loaner program and can rent you one. I have attached a tutorial showing you what is involved. Your fuel pressure should be listed on the chart I attached. You did not specify your car's engine displacement so I attached all. The abbreviations mean KOER-(Key On Engine Running) and KOEO- (Key On Engine Off). Hope this helps and feel free to ask any questions if needed. Thanks for using 2CarPros.
Danny-

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator
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Oct 6, 2018 at 8:19 PM
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Thank you. I will check into this with my local auto parts store. I will let you know how it goes.
Oct 6, 2018 at 9:53 PM
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DANNY L
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You are welcome!
Thanks again for using 2CarPros.
Danny-
Oct 6, 2018 at 10:27 PM