2001 Saturn SL2 Will not start

Tiny
BNEIHART
  • MEMBER
  • 2001 SATURN SL2
  • 4 CYL
  • FWD
  • MANUAL
  • 89,000 MILES
The engine turns over but does not start. I can hear the fuel pump when I first turn the key. What do I start with.
Saturday, October 17th, 2009 AT 11:05 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Do below

Disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs, coil's resistances, cap and rotor /distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, ECM, Ignitor camshaft and crankshaft sensors- Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it

If both fuel pressure and blue spark is present-check the valve and ignition timing, this will lead you to problems with compression and valves opening and closing at the wrong time/broken or jumped timing belt/chain
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Saturday, October 17th, 2009 AT 11:13 AM

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