Car will not start

TEREE ALBERTSON

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1988 MERCEDES BENZ 190E
2.3L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
1,000,000 MILES

I parked my car, next day it wouldn't start. I am a woman, and have to attempt to fix it on my own. Where to start. I believe it might be the fuel relay or pump, maybe filter. I just filled it before I parked it. Just thought I'd ask someone to help.

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

Is the starter engaging and turning the engine? Do me a favor. Read through this link and let me know if anything helps:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

If the starter turns the engine, see if the engine starts for a couple seconds and then stalls using starting fluid. If it does, then we know it's fuel related.

Don't worry, we'll figure it out.

Joe

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Sunday, May 31st, 2020 AT 6:22 PM

TEREE ALBERTSON

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Thanks Joe. Yes it will run for a few seconds with starting fluid.

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Friday, June 5th, 2020 AT 2:12 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

If that is the case, it indicates there is no fuel getting to the engine. Suspect the fuel pump has failed. To confirm, we need to check fuel pressure. Have you checked to make sure there are no fuses blown? Also, here is a link that explains how to test for fuel pressure. Since it starts with starting fluid and then stalls, this needs done to see if it is a pump issue.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Joe

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Friday, June 5th, 2020 AT 8:59 AM