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I had the same symptoms with my '04. It turned out to be the fuel pump. When gas tank was full, it wouldn't stall, only when fuel got low. Also started hard. Took about 3 time turning over to start. Replacing fuel pump is super easy, takes about 30 minutes for someone familiar with car repairs. Remove rear seat, turn 3 tabs on cover with screwdriver or 10 mm wrench. Unplug wires to pump and set cover aside. Pinch fuel line clip and remove fuel line. Remove 6 bolts (8 mm) and retaining ring comes off. Pump can now be removed. Installation is reverse of removal. Pump is spring loaded a little.
Not sure about this, but you might want to find your fuel "reset" button for the fuel pump. It's usually located in the trunk.
You say that it's getting fuel to AND from the filter (?); there might not be enough pressure to get to the injectors.
Try turning the key on for a about 5 seconds, but don't try to start it. This actuates the fuel pump.. Do no pump the gas pedal. Turn the key off, then try to start it.
If it doesnt start, turn the key on but don't try to start it. Pump the gas pedal 2-3 times, then try to start. You usually should not pump the pedal, but in this case it might just need a little "kicker" to get gas through the line.
If it doesn't start repeat this procedure. Hopefully it starts.
Note: Never crank a car over for more than 4-5 seconds. It's hard on the starter and will wear your battery down really fast.
This most probably is an issue called "drowning" by some mechanics. There is too much fuel inside your carb and not enough air that is why when you push the pedal all the way it starts. When you step on the gas more air is let through to match the fuel. Remember, do not pump the gas pedal because it also pumps more fuel into the carb even when not running, this will cause starting issues.
It will take it a little bit to get fuel pumped back up to the engine. When you run out of gas you have a lot of fuel line to fill up before gas ever gets back up to the intake.
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