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Sometimes the fuel pressure will drain down overnight and not build up quickly enough when you turn the key. Next time that happens, turn the key off completely. Let it sit for about 10 seconds, turn the key to ON for a couple seconds, THEN try to start it. In general, most people don't consider it enough of a problem to find and replace the affected parts. BTW, it would probably be either the fuel pump or the pressure regulator. First question to you is, does it do it when it is real cold/ warm outside? Does it try to turn over or does it just click? If it is just clicking then you prob have a bad cell in your starter. You can have your starter check I think at most auto stores. I had a van that did this, and changed the starter now it is just fine. Hope this helps.

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Q: What would cause a 2000 Grand Am to not start cold then start normally 15 min later Cranks normally when not starting runs normally when started Happens once every 1-2 weeks?
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