Going down road hit bump it shut down will not start

Tiny
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Stopped running after hit bump.
Friday, March 16th, 2018 AT 7:35 PM

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Tiny
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Good morning.

It sounds like some connections may have been disturbed when it hit the bump. Look at all the connections under the hood. Also, look under the car as well by the fuel tank to see if any connections have been disturbed.

Roy
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Saturday, March 17th, 2018 AT 5:01 AM
Tiny
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I was wondering if the ECM fuse went. Puzzled.
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Saturday, March 17th, 2018 AT 8:38 PM
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Did it bottom out when it hit or was it just a hard bump? If you try to start it what does it do? Nothing (no noises or clicks)? Turns over but will not start? Tries to start but does not run? Have you tried shifting it into neutral and see if anything changes?

It could be many things. From a connection coming apart, bad battery or battery cables. Even something like a relay coming loose. I would check all the fuses with a test light (hard impact could have physically broken a fuse) as well as reseating all the relays.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-test-light-circuit-tester
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 9:20 AM
Tiny
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Driving down a road hit a bump truck shut down while driving.
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 12:14 PM (Merged)
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Good afternoon.

Did you check what I suggested by checking all connections?

Roy
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 12:14 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Yes, it just keeps cranking over but does not seem to get any fire.
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 12:14 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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I am thinking the timing belt went out if so would it be worth fixing? I live off SSI so not a lot of cash. Respect your opinions. Going to work on today what can I do to know for sure it is the timing?
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 12:14 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Okay, if it is the timing belt, you can confirm with a compression test. Remove one spark plug and insert the tester and crank it over. If you do not have a tester, you can rent one at a parts store.

You need around 140 lbs of compression.

Roy
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 12:34 PM
Tiny
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I decided to spray starting fluid in air filter started right up changed filter did not work. Pump kicks on no gas coming through. Any suggestions? Thanks
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 1:50 PM
Tiny
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Okay, the fuel pump can work but not produce pressure. You need to check the pressure. If you do not have a tester, you can rent one at a parts store.

Let us know the results.

Roy
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 1:53 PM
Tiny
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I am cashed out. But when I get the money to rent it I will sure let you know. Been a great help thanks.
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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 2:19 PM
Tiny
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You are welcome. Keep us updated.

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Sunday, March 18th, 2018 AT 2:43 PM
Tiny
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Hello
BERT1964,

Thank you for visiting 2CarPros. Here is a helpful link to an article from this site with step by step instructions and pictures explaining the process of checking the fuel system pressure, regulator and fuel pump in less than fifteen minutes:

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

If you need further assistance please come back to the site we are always happy to help.

Kindest regards,

Renee
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Monday, March 19th, 2018 AT 11:32 AM
Tiny
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I have code reader 1767 bus comminaction error can I fix this
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Tuesday, March 20th, 2018 AT 10:50 AM
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Code readers will usually only read codes for you to view. They do not give you read outs of different sensors. You need an advanced scan tool to get that information.

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Tuesday, March 20th, 2018 AT 11:26 AM
Tiny
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I put new start test lighted it getting power then I turn on key test light it again an all power is gone what the hell im stumped can you help please
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Friday, March 23rd, 2018 AT 4:12 PM
Tiny
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Could somebody please give me some idea what's going on with this truck I mean you got power without the ignition on but when the ignition is on all the power suck from it what can it be
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Saturday, March 24th, 2018 AT 8:45 AM
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Ok, sorry, was traveling today.

When you tested with a test light at the starter, were you on the big cable from the battery or the little terminal at the solenoid?

Roy
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Saturday, March 24th, 2018 AT 10:43 AM
Tiny
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Big wire at start
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Saturday, March 24th, 2018 AT 12:35 PM
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Ok, if you lose voltage when you turn on the key, check the battery connections and see if they are clean and tight.

Check the ground on the negative cable to be tight and clean.

Do you have a voltmeter to check actual battery voltage?

Roy
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Saturday, March 24th, 2018 AT 12:48 PM

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