Engine cranks no start

Tiny
BONNEVILLE85
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  • 1993 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE
  • 3.8L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • 150 MILES
Car trying to turn over but won't start.
Tuesday, December 10th, 2019 AT 7:40 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
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Hi,

Have you checked for spark and fuel to the engine? The easiest thing to do is see if it starts for a couple seconds using starting fluid. If it does, then we can assume it is a fuel related issue. If it still doesn't start (even for a couple seconds), then we can assume it is ignition related.

Here are a few links you may find helpful:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

Let me know what you find or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe
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Tuesday, December 10th, 2019 AT 8:14 PM

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