1997 Chevy Truck Hard to Start

1997 CHEVROLET TRUCK
103,000 MILES • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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CRAZYDAVE
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Having trouble getting my truck to start. It cranks like crazy, but won't start. If I turn the key off and on a few times, sometimes that helps. Had it in the shop, they replaced the basic tune-up stuff (cap, rotor, plugs & wires) and it didn't help much. Once it starts, it runs fine. After they did the tune-up, the check engine light came on; they say that is the catalyic convertor, which I replaced a couple years ago. They're gong to warranty that, so it won't cost me anything, but I don't see how that relates to the starting problem. The fuel pump was replaced about 3 years ago.
Sep 15, 2009 at 4:57 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Do you hear the fuel pump come on for a few secs? if so do below if not check the ECM B fuse and test the fuel pump relay

Check the fuel pressure with a gauge to verify the fuel pump is producing the correct fuel pressure if okay test the coolant temperature sensor.
Sep 15, 2009 at 5:31 AM