Over heated now it will not turn over

check battery for condition including load test if you have another key try that not a new key it may be a bad key setting off anti theft.

Here is a guide that will help

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

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No start situation, engine cranks but will not start. Changed ignition module and fuel pump.

Have you checked to determine if there is both spark and fuel getting to the engine? Simple trick... see if it will start for a few seconds using starting fluid. If it does, there is a fuel problem. If it fails to start, then you have an ignition problem. At least that will help point you in the right direction.

One other thought... Since it has the OBD2 system, if you can get your hands on a scanner, check to see if there is a signal from the crank sensor. That can cause the same issues if it's bad.

Engine Mechanical problem
1989 Buick Lesabre 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 389000 miles
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Hi,
Just replaced the timing chain, sprokets, magnet, camshaft sensor. Car will now crank but stops running after a few seconds. Everything was done following the instructions in my Haynes book for my car.
What do I do now?
thanks in advance,
Dave

Check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel pressure regulator and the fuel pump. If the fuel system is okay-

Check the mass airflow sensor, idle air control valve and throttle position sensor-

All three check out ok. I cranked the motor and left the starter running and as soon as let the key go back to the on position, the engine shut down making me think it is an electrical problem within in the ignition switch. Does this sound right?
thanks,
Dave

Sounds like the ignition circuit of the ignition switch is gone. What's powering it is the start circuit once you let go-it will die out No power to coil.

[quote="rasmataz"]Sounds like the ignition circuit of the ignition switch is gone. What's powering it is the start circuit once you let go-it will die out No power to coil.[/quote

another thing to ck is your crank sensor, and I believe its in your front crank pully, since you did all that work in that place of orgin

I adjusted the ignition switch module (the rectangular box where the rod comes down from the locking cylinder) and the car started and ran perfectly. Thanks for all your help. I'm new at doing major jobs on my car. This was my first time for anything this big.
Thanks again,
Dave

idles smooth cuts out when stepping on the throttle tested fuel presure it was good checked air filter and spark both ok engine was warm up when checked

fuel pressure must be checked with a gauge 41-47 psi

The first step is to read and record any diagnostic fault codes. Check this page for the procedure:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/buick-cadillac-chevy-gmc-oldsmobile-pontiac-gm-1983-1995-obd1-code-definitions-and-retrieval-method

Check the fresh air tube between the mass air flow sensor and throttle body to be sure there's no leaks or loose hose clamps, and check the vacuum hoses and other signs of a vacuum leak. If there aren't any fault codes, the next step is to connect a scanner so you can view live data. That usually takes an experienced engine performance mechanic to interpret, but you can look at the sensor data to see if anything is obviously wrong.

Hi Hmac300. Didn't mean to butt in to your conversation.

Engine Mechanical problem
1989 Buick Lesabre 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 180,43 miles

when car warms up,starts to die check engine lite turns on-smile-then dies --starts up fast

Have the computer scanned for code/s-you have a problem within the engine management system that caused the CEL to turn on-This is your starting point of diagnosis,finding out what's going on.

Engine Performance problem
1989 Buick Lesabre 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 77000 miles

My Lesabre stalls after running for about 10 minutes maybe more. It mostly happens when at an idle or slow speed. It has happened on the expressway also, though when maintaining a constant speed and rpm.

I checked the fuel pressure and it was exactly within specs. The check engine light said the code was for a bad crank position sensor. I replaced the sensor. Next code that came up said it was the ignition control module. I replaced that and the coil pack. The car continues to stall but now it stalls somewhat slowly where before it would just stop.

I have also replaced the cam position sensor and had the catalytic converter checked to see if it is plugged.

Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Just another suggestion
clean throttle plate and body
clean idle air control valve
disconnect battery and reconnect start and let it idle for few minutes and than take it for a ride
hope this help if not done it already
good luck

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I cleaned the valve and throttle body but the problem still persists. I was able to get a new code 027 which is the quad driver module (2nd gear). How would i test what caused the fault? I don't want to put a new ecm in and have it happen again

STANDARDIZED ECM TROUBLE CODE DEFINITION
Code No. Circuit Affected
12 (1) No RPM reference pulse
13 Open oxygen sensor circuit
14 CTS signal voltage low
15 CTS signal voltage high
16 System voltage high (3.3L & 3.8L)
21 TPS signal voltage high
22 TPS signal voltage low
23 MAT sensor signal voltage high M/C solenoid voltage low
24 VSS circuit
25 MAT sensor signal voltage low
26 Quad-Driver error
27, 28 & 29 Gear switch problem (3.8L)
31 Wastegate error (turbo) Purge solenoid voltage high (carb.) Park/Neutral switch (3.8L)
32 EGR vacuum control signal
33 MAP sensor signal voltage high MAF sensor signal voltage high (PFI)
34MAP sensor signal voltage low Pressure sensor circuit MAF sensor signal voltage low (PFI)
35IAC Idle speed error
36MAF sensor burnoff (5.0L & 5.7L) Closed throttle airflow high (2.3L)
38Brake switch (3.3L & 3.8L)
39TCC (3.3L & 3.8L)
41No distributor reference (carb.) C(3)I ignition - cam sensor loss Cylinder select error (MEM-CAL)
42EST circuit open or grounded
43ESC retard signal too low
44Lean exhaust indicated
45Rich exhaust indicated
46Anti-theft fault (5.7L) Power steering pressure switch (3.3L)
48Misfire diagnosis (3.8L)
51Faulty PROM, MEM-CAL or ECM
52Faulty/missing CALPAC or MEM-CAL
53Faulty alternator, voltage high EGR system malfunction Anti-theft circuit fault
54Fuel pump voltage low MC solenoid voltage high (carb.)
55Faulty ECM
61Degraded O2 sensor (2.8L & 3.1L)
62Gear switch error (2.3L)
63EGR flow error (3.8L)
64EGR flow error (3.8L)
65Fuel injector current low (2.3L) EGR flow error (3.8L)
66A/C press. sensor voltage out of spec. (2.3L & 3.3L)
(1)Code "12" should be displayed only when no reference pulses are received by ECM (engine not running).

Engine Performance problem
1989 Buick Lesabre 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic 215K miles

Upon leaving my driveway my Buick decided to die on me. This problem has occurred a few times in the past, however I was able to start the engine back up with no problem and go on my way. This time however, no go. The engine would turn and turn but wouldn't start. I left the car alone for around half an hour and tried to start it up. It started so I decided to take it out for a spin to McDonalds. While idling in the drive through, the car died. I waited a second and the car started back up. On the way home however, the car died once more while driving at a low speed (around 20mph). After a few failed attempts to start, the car had to be pushed home.

Do below to determine if its fuel or spark problem

Disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors- Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it

Engine Performance problem
1989 Buick Lesabre 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 250000 miles

my car stalls at stop signs and traffic lights when i try to proceed from a dead stop. then kind of hesitates when i restart it and get going again.

How long since a tune-up? Any applicable mil codes? Clean the throttle body and check the iac.

thanks for the info, just bought the car and of course everything ran fine when we bought it. will take you up on the tune up hope it works

Wont start yeah.. I have a Buick Lesabre that starts ..purrrs...then dies....then cannot start again for days...then start..Purr....die.. Its getting fuel to the intake.... 140k 3.6 please help

Same answer as your other thread.

Check fuel pressure while the engine is running and when you can't start it. Also check for spark when it won't start.

Car just shuts off when driving. But if you wait a few minutes it starts up.

This could be several things. First, the vehicle has the OBD1 diagnostic system. Locate the port and jump ports A and B using a paper clip. With the ignition key in the run position, the check engine light will begin to flash. Count the flashes to determine the trouble code stored. With that information, hopefully you will narrow down the problem. To me, it could be a couple things. A bad fuel pump, bad ignition module, crank sensor. There are many possible issues, so the trouble code should point us in the right direction.