1997 Chevy Blazer Starting problems

Tiny
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Engine Mechanical problem
1997 Chevy Blazer Four Wheel Drive Automatic

Have a 1997 blazer that will not start. It cranks and gets spark. The battery is good and has fuel in tank. Any solution.
Saturday, February 7th, 2009 AT 2:40 PM

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Tiny
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Hi:
If you are getting spark, you need to check for fuel pressure. The pump may be bad or have a clogged fuel filter. Go to this site:

https://www.2carpros.com/dia/test_fuel_pressure.htm

It is a video from this web page that explains how to check fuel pressure. You should be able to rent or borrow a a pressure gauge at most nationally recognized parts stores.

Let me know if this helps.

Joe
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Friday, January 29th, 2021 AT 12:49 PM
Tiny
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That was what I thought too but the fuel pump is good and there is plenty of fuel pressure.
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Tiny
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If the fuel pressure is good and you have good spark, then you either have low compression or the timing is out. If you haven't performed a pressure test, it may be low enough to cause the problem. Also, if you spray starting fluid in the throttle body, will it start and run for a few seconds?

Joe
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