Engine cranks but does not start

1998 DODGE RAM
200,000 MILES • 5.2L • V8 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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CARLOSWOODS
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No power to coil, and the fuel pump not kicking on. The truck ran great until my lady backed into a telephone pole impact was rear bumper right on driver side frame.
Jun 16, 2022 at 3:36 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Hi,

This vehicle has an automatic shutdown which is designed to shut down fuel and ignition if the vehicle is in an accident. I don't know how hard it hit the pole, but that is where I would start.

I attached a pic below and highlighted a fuse to check and the ASD relay. Confirm the fuse is good first. (Fuse 6) Also, confirm there is power to and from it. Here is a link you may find helpful.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

If the fuse checks good and has power, remove the relay and switch it to a different one in the box that has the same part number. If there isn't one, here is a link that explains how to test one:

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

Let me know what you find.

Take care,

Joe

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