Engine cranks over and don't start

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MONSTERMIKE1
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Hi my 2004 Honda civic 1.7L cranks over but won't start I put new battery in and still just cranks over and dont start. I dont hear the fuel pump kick on or even if you are supposed to hear it at all.
Mar 24, 2015 at 11:38 AM
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SQM
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Hello,

There are several factors for an engine not to start. Usually if the engine cranks over but not start, it can be either the engine is not getting fuel or not getting the spark. Which could lead to bad ignition component or faulty fuel system component.
Have you checked to see if it getting spark?
Did you usually hear the fuel pump come on before the issue? Some cars you can hear it come one very easily, others not so much.
Here is a guide to help diagnose a typical no start issue:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

Here is a helpful video:

https://youtu.be/dCjmRL3p4Cs

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Jul 13, 2021 at 3:30 AM
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