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Car will not start

Tiny
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  • 2008 CADILLAC CTS
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I changed the starter on my car but it’s not starting. It sounds like it’s going to start but won’t start.
Saturday, October 12th, 2019 AT 8:25 PM

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Tiny
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Welcome to 2CarPros.

If the starter is turning the engine but it refuses to start, chances are either there is a fuel or ignition spark related issue. Lets start by testing for both.

First, here is a link that explains in general the most common causes of a crank no start condition:

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

Here are the links explaining how to check for spark and fuel to the engine:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

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

If it is at all possible, upload what is happening. If I can hear it, I may be better able to recognize an issue.

Let me know if this helps or if you need help.

Take care,
Joe
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Sunday, October 13th, 2019 AT 8:58 PM
Tiny
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Found out the problem. It was the engine need new engine.
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Friday, November 8th, 2019 AT 6:42 PM
Tiny
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Glad you could get it figured out. Use 2CarPros anytime, we are here to help. Please tell a friend.
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Friday, November 8th, 2019 AT 6:43 PM

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