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S104LIFE
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  • 1995 GMC SONOMA
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Was sitting at idle and it shut off and would not start up. Number four plug fouled and injector leaking on same cylinder.
Monday, April 24th, 2017 AT 6:48 AM

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KEN L
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Hello,

I would replace the injector and plug and try it again.

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:41 AM
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SEALEAUTOPARTS
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Electrical problem
1995 GMC Sonoma 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic

1995 gmc SONOMA turns over but won't start
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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When you turn the key to the on position without cranking the engine over can you hear the fuel pump run in the tank for 5 seconds?

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

Please run down this guide and report back.
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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WIBCOWDOG
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The motor turns overbite it dose not start I put a new fuel pump in will not start. Spray starter fluid in breather and it runs till the stater fluid is gone.
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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KEN L
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Can you check for power at the pump, it could be the fuel pump relay needs replacement,

Check this information and get back to me

http://old.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Check for power right at the pump as well, does the system have fuel pressure?

look a this guide

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

Please get back to us so we can help
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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MIKEMACKENZIE
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Engine Mechanical problem
1995 GMC Sonoma 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 123000 miles

My truck cranks but wont start. Fuel pump turns on, sounds healthy, sometimes I try it a few times over the course of 5-10 minutes and it starts roughly and chugs like its running outta gas and then stalls. Then sometimes it cranks right over and fires up and runs fine. When im driving I put it to the floor and it kicks down like its supposed to but then skips and hesitates. But if I ease the pedal down slow. It does somewhat ok. Also. There is a lack of lowend power.
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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JSTU60
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Fuel pump comes up and I have replaced fuel filter also. I have spark but engine still won't start. Could this be timing belt if I am getting spark or maybe a module?
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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You got spark -check the fuel pressure if its within specs and also check if the injectors are pulsing-start here
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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WRENCHING4GOD
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Electrical problem
1995 GMC Sonoma 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Automatic 122000 miles

If someone could help me while chasing my tail - that would be awesome!

Here's what I have

95 Sonoma 4.3 TBI Crank No Start -

replaced, fuel pump, sending unit, both injectors, ignition coil, spark module, pick up coil, ecu - no change @ all

I am thnking electrical at this point when I checked coil both sides had power coming from it. I think at this point being overwhelmed annoyed whatever has me running in circles -

any suggestions, solutions would be great

thanks!
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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WRENCHING4GOD
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Thank you for response !

Injectors do not pulse, there is no spark, there are no codes, ecu is Good, and replaced numerous other components, I feel like I am over looking something very small. Looking @ ignition switch now, and behind the cluster and pointers would be great.

Thank you again
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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ROBERTO CORDERO
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Engine Mechanical problem
1995 GMC Sonoma 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual

truck sometimes starts and sometimes wont
engine always turns
what could be the problem
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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RHALL77
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Hot or cold? What engine do you have?
Could be a faulty fuel pump, ingnition module, dis. Cap, spark plugs.
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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ROBERTO CORDERO
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Its a 1995 GMC SONOMA 2.2 engine 2 wheel drive manual the engine turns but won't start some times I try to start it and it does and I do that a couple of times and it stars but I leave it alone and go back to it and it won't start I haven't been able to drive my truck for 2 months now
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:42 AM (Merged)
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JHCHALLIS
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Electrical problem
1995 GMC Sonoma 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 140000 miles

I have a 1995 Sonoma, 2.2l 4cyl, Manual trans, 2WD that I am having trouble starting. Initially I had a problem when driving that I would lose all power and the engine would die. I would nurse it to the side of the road and let it sit for a few seconds and it would start back up, as long as my dash lights came on (if they didn't, it would not start). I found that the battery cable to the starter was loose and tightened it. I had no problems for about a month or so.

Last night, it did the same thing. It started back up and ran fine, but when I got it to my house it will no longer start. Today I checked the starter wires and they were tight. I removed the starter and had it and the battery tested, both were fine. I replaced the starter cable to the battery. I conducted continuity tests on all wires leading from the starter, alternator and into the dash and all seems fine.

The current symptoms: it will turn over fine, but will not start. The dash lights come on very dim (barely able to see) except for the seatbelt warning light, which comes on bright. All accessories work fine. It has OBD-II, but I cannot find a scanner that will read it (I guess the dealer will have to do it at some point). Any ideas?
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:43 AM (Merged)
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I have the exactttt same problem right now. I have a 95 sonoma, 2.2 2wd, with roughly the same miles, and im having the same problem right now.
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:43 AM (Merged)
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CZUBBYDO
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Transmission problem
1995 GMC Sonoma 4 cyl Four Wheel Drive Automatic 19 miles

Tranny engaged in Park but does not start. Started only in reverse, and now will not start at all. Is there an electrical override switch or some electrical problem? It is shifting normally, however will not start, as it does not think it is in park, but it is.
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:43 AM (Merged)
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RASMATAZ
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Best check the park and neutral position switch if its starting in reverse.
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:43 AM (Merged)
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I have changed plugs, wires, fuel filter, and coil packs. I have used starting fluid. The motor turns over but will not start. I can hear the fuel pump turn on.
Thanks
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:43 AM (Merged)
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FIXITMR
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What motor?
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:43 AM (Merged)
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Whoops! It's a 4 cylinder.
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Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 AT 9:43 AM (Merged)

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