Cranks but won't start

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WALTER LARSEN
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Can't remember if it was blinking before. Now it only blinks after you try to start the car. The back-up lights work. There is nothig at all when you turn the key.
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Monday, November 12th, 2018 AT 3:59 PM (Merged)
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I have a 203 Alero. I have never had a problem with it. I just tried to start it but it will not start. It turns over and over (gets plenty of fire), but will not start. Can someone help me. Thanks, Tim Parker
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Monday, November 12th, 2018 AT 3:59 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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Tim:
If you have spark, then you must be missing fuel. See if the car will start with starting fluid. If it does, you're not getting gas. At that point, you need to check fuel pump pressure. If you do, many parts stores will lend or rent the gauge and here is a "How To" video that will help you do it:

https://www.2carpros.com/dia/test_fuel_pressure.htm

Let me know what you find.

Joe
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Monday, November 12th, 2018 AT 3:59 PM (Merged)
Tiny
MATHIASO
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The theft- warning system use a series of simple switches as senosrs
But I do not know if the alarm is triggered when disconnecting the the old battery for the new one.
When disconneting batter, allways plug a memory saver into cigarette lighter socket to keep computer memory alive, for alarm, for your radio setting and the clock, it cost 10 buks at auto part.
Now let talk about the no starting issue.
As I said b4 the theft- warning system use a series of simple switches as senosrs.
Check door switches at the door jam of each door.
Door key cylinder switches, check if someone did not force the door, try to open it.
Check the hood switch
trunck switch
door lock actuator switch
ignition key switch, check ignition cylinder for losenss.
Or have forced the key in the cylinder many time trying to start the car.
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I have changed the battery twice before and car was ok. All door locks are working smoothly, as well as trunck lock, hood latch works ok. The ignition works smoothly and always has, no forced entry noticed.
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Tiny
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I figured it out. Just had to leave key turned to on position for 10 minutes, then turn off and start car. Was the passlock system.
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MATHIASO
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I do not what security system you have on your vehicle.
I'm glad you figure it out.
Thanks
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The engine will turn over But will not Start
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Check your fuel pressure and connections.
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LEGITIMATE007
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https://www.2carpros.com/car_repair_video/test_fuel_injection_pressure.htm

check this out for fuel pressure
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You might want to check for ignition/spark also
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https://www.2carpros.com/car_repair_video/test_engine_ignition_system.htm
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We have an 03 Olds Alero. Engine cranks but won't start. Have good fuel pressure at rail, good spark. We spray ether in throttle body and engine starts and runs. Will restart the rest of the day until engine gets cold(overnight) Will not start without ether. When hooked up to scanner and cranking engine there is no cam sensor signal. Once started on ether, signal is present. Help?
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What is the fuel pressure reading?
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Monday, November 12th, 2018 AT 3:59 PM (Merged)
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When initially turning on key, fuel pressure is 60 psi. Once pump is done priming, pressure will drop off to 54 psi. When cranking motor, pressure goes back up to 60 psi.
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If you have a scanner look at the CTS annd AIT temps before starting it and see if they match each other.
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Monday, November 12th, 2018 AT 3:59 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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The temp reading on the one is 50 degrees and the other is 52 degrees.
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Does that match the temp outside at the time?
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Don't know for certain but would be a good probability. It was a cool morning.(42 Degrees at 7:00am)
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You have good fuel pressure and good spark. That only leaves injector pulse. You'll need to get a noid light and check the injector pulse when cold to see if you are losing it for some reason. This could be dirty fuel injectors but I kinda doubt it.
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