Obie Posted May 11, 2020 Share Posted May 11, 2020 My LX470 has been sitting un started for several months. When I went to start it it turns over fine and attempts to start.It then appears to starve out and stops. I changed the fuel filter and nothing changed.Can the fuel pump fail after setting a long time? I put a can of engine mechanic in the gas tank in an attempt to eliminate any water build up in the tank. Could this be a source of the problem? Any Thoughts out there for next attempts?. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RX400h Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 I think this is what you should've put in the tank before the hibernation period: https://www.walmart.com/ip/STA-BIL-22214-Storage-Fuel-Stabilizer-for-All-Gasoline-Engines-32-fl-oz/16645039 You may have to have the tank drained and refilled. As a general rule of thumb, before many months of storage: * Pour a bottle of Stabil in the gas tank. *Disconnect the battery or connect a battery tender to it to keep it topped off. *Change the oil and filter. * increase tire pressure to max listed on tire to prevent flat spots. * Leave the windows down or throw some desiccant packs in the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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