My car has the phantom ghost in it. It has a hard start every time. I have to give it gas before it starts. I turn the key it just sputters. Once its cranked it runs and idles perfectly.

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Asked by Libra_God May 10, 2014 at 07:59 AM about the 2001 Pontiac Bonneville SE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I have replaced the...
Spark plugs
Wires
Fuel pump
Mass air flow sensor
Fuel pressure regulator
Fuel filter
Crankshaft position sensor
No traces of gas leaks in gas line.
Fuel line just wont hold pressure after
car is shut off.

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Throttle body was damaged. Replaced it and Problem solved!

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