Will not crank and fuel smell outside the car

2003 BUICK PARK AVENUE

100,000 MILES

SHELLYNJAMIE2015

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I recently changed the fuel pressure regulator and it started right after I changed it. The next day I went to start it and the car wouldn't turn over. You can also smell gas outside of the car. What could the problem could I be having?

Apr 5, 2021 at 8:15 AM

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ASEMASTER6371

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Good morning,

This sounds like you have an external leak. You need to check the lines from the rail back to the tank.

I would also check the actual fuel pressure to be sure the pump is working correctly.

Fuel Pressure (Key ON Engine OFF) .................... 364-405 kPa (53-59 psi)

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

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

Roy

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Apr 5, 2021 at 9:23 AM