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Old Jul 27, 2025 | 01:57 PM
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Default 99 XJ dying while driving, SOB to restart

Feels, and acts like a fuel flow problem, but the fuel pump assembly is brand new. Coughs, sputters, surges and will just flat lose all mechanical power while driving. Changing plugs, wires and distro cap. Still thinking it may be the injectors?
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Old Jul 27, 2025 | 08:18 PM
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Will it run it run with starting spray? If so, then it's definitely fuel delivery.
Do you have spark?

Does it restart after cooling down? If so, I would look at the crank position sensor. The injectors are pretty simple and I would not expect them to all fail at the same time. Have you checked the fuel pressure at the rail when it won't run/start? Should be ~50 psi.

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Old Jul 27, 2025 | 08:46 PM
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Originally Posted by dzywicki
Will it run it run with starting spray? If so, then it's definitely fuel delivery.
Do you have spark?

Does it restart after cooling down? If so, I would look at the crank position sensor. The injectors are pretty simple and I would not expect them to all fail at the same time. Have you checked the fuel pressure at the rail when it won't run/start? Should be ~50 psi.
CPS appears to be the general consensus from everything I have found, so that is ordered and will be replaced tomorrow. Don't have a way to run a PSI Test.
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Old Jul 27, 2025 | 10:20 PM
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Could be clogged or failing fuel injectors. Also check the fuel filter, pressure regulator, or a weak ignition coil. Even with a new pump, bad fuel or debris could cause issues.
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Old Jul 28, 2025 | 07:06 AM
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Originally Posted by Docwest8404
Feels, and acts like a fuel flow problem, but the fuel pump assembly is brand new. Coughs, sputters, surges and will just flat lose all mechanical power while driving. Changing plugs, wires and distro cap. Still thinking it may be the injectors?
Crank Sensor. Cam Sensor. Could be vapor lock in fuel rail?
Need more info. Fuel pressure should be tested.
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Old Jul 28, 2025 | 10:19 PM
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For the CPS, make sure you get MOPAR or Echlin (NAPA brand). I wouldn't bother with one of the super cheap ones you see.
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Originally Posted by Docwest8404
CPS appears to be the general consensus from everything I have found, so that is ordered and will be replaced tomorrow. Don't have a way to run a PSI Test.

Most autoparts stores will sell a pressure test kit. It would be a good investment.
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