Engine not starting

2001 PEUGEOT 306
95,000 MILES • 1.4L • 4 CYL • 2WD • MANUAL
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BRI/BRI
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Engine was running good turned it off when came back to start it engine turns over but will not fire. no petrol getting to injectors and no spark. tried spare battery to pump terminals and pump started to work, so pump is okay. I just not sure what is stopping pump and spark.
Nov 9, 2017 at 2:51 PM
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This sounds like a classic crankshaft angle sensor that has gone out. Here is a guide to help you see what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

and

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

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken

Nov 13, 2017 at 11:15 AM
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BRI/BRI
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hi thanks for reply will try a crank sensor and let you know
Nov 13, 2017 at 2:59 PM
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Sounds good!
Nov 14, 2017 at 10:00 AM
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hi the 306 I had problem starting I have sold on,the chap who got the car said it was an earth wire to the fuel cut of switchat back of battery box that had failed in the harness,the switch with the red button you can press,car now running ok cheers.
Nov 24, 2017 at 3:28 PM
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Glad you could get it fixed, that kind of problem can be tough. Please use 2CarPros anytime we are here to help

Cheers, Ken
Nov 24, 2017 at 5:18 PM