Cranks won't turn over. Ruled out fuel pump and alternator

Tiny
SUSANMYERS
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  • 2003 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
  • 2.2L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 197,000 MILES
Cranks won't turn over. Ruled out fuel pump and alternator. Battery, bypass worked two times. Sometimes need to be jumped. Theft lockout related to a solenoid. I've tried everything. Should I spend money on a fob? I do not know what to do anymore.
Monday, December 16th, 2019 AT 10:06 PM

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Tiny
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Good morning,

You need to test the actual pressure from the fuel pump to the injectors. You can rent a tester at a parts store.

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

Fuel Pressure .................... 53 - 59 PSI

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

You need to test for the spark to be sure the plugs are firing.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

You need to check compression to be sure the timing chain is correct. You should have 140-160 pounds.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-engine-compression

Can you hear the fuel pump run when you turn the key to the on position?

Roy
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Wednesday, December 15th, 2021 AT 4:52 AM

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