Was running until I parked it now it will not start

2000 PONTIAC GRAND AM
200,000 MILES • 3.4L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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BOYWONDER_88
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Car was running good went to the store shut it off come out would not start. I don't hear pump coming on but i'm hard hearing anyways and have nobody to help me. Where is fuel pump and what else could problem be?
Jul 1, 2021 at 12:35 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

The easiest way to determine if it is a fuel-related issue is to see if it starts for a couple of seconds using starting fluid and then stalls.

If it does, then we know it is a fuel-related issue. Other than that, you can check fuel pressure.

The fuel pump on this vehicle is located in the fuel tank. The tank needs to be removed to replace it. I attached a pic below showing the pump.

If you want to check fuel pressure, here is a link that shows how it's done. You will need a fuel pressure gauge, but most parts stores will lend one to you.

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

Also, here is a link that covers the most common causes of a crank no start condition. Take a look through it as well to see if it helps:

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

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,

Joe

See pic below.
Jul 1, 2021 at 4:19 PM
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