Cranks but will not start?

2002 PONTIAC GRAND AM
158,000 MILES • 2.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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NICOLA2020420
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I'm having problems with it starting; if someone can please give me a list of any possible things that can go wrong with that car I will gradually appreciate it. I bought a new fuel pump and I'm hoping that I got it in there right.
Jul 2, 2023 at 11:05 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

In most cases a crank no start condition is the result of a loss of fuel or ignition spark to the plugs.

Try this. See if the engine starts with starting fluid. If it does and then stalls, we know it is a fuel-related issue. If there is no change, I need you to check for spark to the plugs.

Here is a link that explains how to check:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

Try this and let me know the results.

Take care,

Joe
Jul 2, 2023 at 3:30 PM
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