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What you've described is an issue with either the fuel pump, fuel filter, or fuel pressure regulator. Vacuum leaks can be an issue, you should eliminate that possibility by inspecting all of your hoses and connections.
I would change the fuel filter first since it needs to be replaced regularly, that is, if that hasn't been done in quite a while.
Beyond that, if you have high mileage you may want to go ahead and replace the pump before you have to replace it after getting a tow.
Look for a black box like plastic cover with a round accordion hose connected to it, two clips released opens the top by lifting. It is above the backside of your battery
Check the fuelcap first for clogged breather holes. The tank could be sucked vacuum while driving. Problem gets worse when fuel tank is full.
Second is to check the ignition system - loose/damaged lines, sparkplugs blacked out etc (assuming its not a diesel engine). Might run on less cylinders because of irregular firing. Exhaust might smell like fuel.
Third check fuel filter - might be clogged and might need replacement. If it's been changed recently, make sure there's no airpocket in the filter housing. Bleed the filter housing properly to get rid of air pockets.
remove the spark plugs disable the fuel pump and ignition system crank the engine to clear the combustion chamber remove the fuel tank and replace clear the fuel lines and replace the filter
speaking of filters, don't forget the air filter too
by then you might be ready to reassemble and try to start but first....change the oil and then cross your fingers
it is dirt trapped by the filter and yes it is normal, work for a Ford dealer see this all the time, would suggest you change gas stations or bring it to there attention that thier fuel is dirty. Make sure you change the filter at least every 30,000 miles, use a Motorcraft factory filter, they are by far the longest lasting and best at filtering.
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