help, I think the fuel pump died on my 2000 celica Gt

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tagurit73 - 05 Mar 2007 04:30 GMT

I’m not sure but I think it maybe the fuel pump but today I got in the
car and as long as my foot was on the accelerator it was ok then take
my foot off and the car dies? Please help

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Ray O - 05 Mar 2007 07:13 GMT

> I'm not sure but I think it maybe the fuel pump but today I got in the
> car and as long as my foot was on the accelerator it was ok then take
> my foot off and the car dies? Please help

I doubt if the fuel pump is bad.

By any chance, does the car have a K&N or other "high performance" air
filter?

Check the MAF sensor - if the tube that protrudes into the air stream
appears to be oily or greasy, carefully clean the inside with carburetor
cleaner.

Check the idle air control valve to make sure it moves freely.

If both the MAF sensor and IAC valve are both gummed up, I would bet that
the car has an aftermarket air filter and/or has a problem with the PCV
valve.

If the MAF sensor and IAC valve are OK, then temporarily disconnect and plug
the vacuum hoses to the EGR valve and see if the problem clears up. If it
does, the EGR valve may be stuck open. You can try cleaning the inside of
the EGR valve or just replace it.

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