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Old 01-18-2008, 11:57 AM
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Ok well my car was running fine last night and just sat overnight maybe 10 hrs but now will not start up. I have half a tank and it turns over just won't fire up. This is just a bolt on car(headers intake stall etc). I checked all fuses and no go. Thanks in advance for any advice.
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Is it cranking at all?
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security lite on?
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It does not sound like it is trying to fire up at all and I did not see a security light on but ill check again.
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Cranking but not starting can be several things - can you hear the fuel pump prime when you turn the key on? Maybe this will help: www.gearchatter.com/viewtopic8794.php
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Thanks i unplugged the maf and tried to start and didn't hear my fuel pump whine like it usually does so i'm thinking that is it. Is it common for this to happen for a car with only 55k mi?
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Could also be a neutral safety switch or maybe the starter going out!
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I tried to turn on the fuel pump with my diagnostic program and it just clicks isnt it supposed to whine when it primes?
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Don't know, maybe relieve the pressure at the fuel rail then try again? Would be easier if you could get your hands on a fuel pressure gauge.
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Originally Posted by 2001NBMZ28
Don't know, maybe relieve the pressure at the fuel rail then try again? Would be easier if you could get your hands on a fuel pressure gauge.
I tried to relieve the pressure with the key turned on but nothing came out. Do you think I should still try the fuel pressure gauge?
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if u had the key on and hit the pressure relief and nothing happened its not getting fuel

now is it your pump or a relay/wiring on the way there idk




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