2001 Chevy Camaro Died While Driving

175,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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ND2FXMC
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While driving in town, my engine died. It cranks, but won't start. I'm praying it isn't the fuel pump. I'm a starving student with a part-time job. I'd love to be able to donate, but can't right now. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
Mar 23, 2010 at 3:33 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Did you have a check engine light come on or has flashed prior to this problem and when was your last tune-up?

Do below to determine whether it's fuel or spark problem:

Cranks but no start condition:

Fuel and Spark:
Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine at least 3/16 away from ground -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,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it.
Mar 23, 2010 at 5:01 PM
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