Shut off while driving, engine cranks but will not start?

2003 GMC SIERRA
192,797 MILES • 4.3L • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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JULES1777
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There is spark, fire and no start. Cranks and Cranks. But no start. Stalled out while driving.
Mar 1, 2023 at 10:01 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

In most cases, either fuel or ignition spark is lost. If it does have spark at the plugs, try this. See if it starts using starting fluid. If it does and then stalls, we know it is a fuel-related issue. Even if you hear the pump actuate and there is fuel pressure at the fuel rail, the injectors may not be getting power.

Try this and let me know what you find.

Also, here is a link you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced

Let me know.

joe
Mar 1, 2023 at 12:30 PM
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