I had to force it to turn the car off now the key will turn but car won't start.
May 17, 2022 at 3:55 AM
Ignition will turn but it will not start
1997 BUICK LESABRE
ROBERT MINARD
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Hello,
Just to clarify the question, the engine will crank but not start? Is this what you are experiencing?
Generally speaking, an engine will need spark, fuel and compression to start. So, to figure out what is going on you will have to check each of those.
First of all, do you know if the fuel pump is turned on when the key is in on position? Typically, you should be able to hear the fuel pump run for a few seconds with a humming noise, when the key is at on position.
Also need to verify if there is spark to the plugs.
Here is a helpful guide:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced
Let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
Just to clarify the question, the engine will crank but not start? Is this what you are experiencing?
Generally speaking, an engine will need spark, fuel and compression to start. So, to figure out what is going on you will have to check each of those.
First of all, do you know if the fuel pump is turned on when the key is in on position? Typically, you should be able to hear the fuel pump run for a few seconds with a humming noise, when the key is at on position.
Also need to verify if there is spark to the plugs.
Here is a helpful guide:
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-not-running-advanced
Let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
May 17, 2022 at 2:16 PM
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