1997 Chevy Malibu Won't Start

11,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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ANDREW234
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Car will turn over but won't start. Any ideas of what it could be. I'm trying to fix it myself. Thanks.

Andrew
Nov 3, 2008 at 7:04 AM
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RENAUDTN
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First thing you need to determine is what's missing: spark, fuel, compression.

Check for sparks with a tester. Check your fuel pressure.
If you have sparks and fuel, check your compression.
When your engine cranks, does it crank fast, slow, normal?

Also, scan your pcm in case you have a DTC.
Nov 4, 2008 at 1:15 AM
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