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Will not start?

Tiny
KYROCKDAD
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  • 1987 MERCEDES BENZ 190E
  • 2.3L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 100,000 MILES
I bought the vehicle listed above that was sitting for 3-4 years. Thought it wouldn't run because of the fuel pump. So, I replaced it along with the filter and fuel pump relay. Still won't start! Can someone point me in the right direction to fix it? It runs if I put gas into the air meter valve under the hood but shuts right back off.
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Sunday, June 11th, 2023 AT 10:10 AM

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Tiny
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Hi,

Have you confirmed the new pump is running and producing the pressure needed? See pic below.

Also, is this a 16v engine? The pressure specifications below are for that engine. Let me know if that is incorrect.

Next, because of the model year, I have very little as far as wiring schematics. If the pump is working and producing what is needed, the next thing I would check is if the injectors are getting power.

Here is a link that explains in general how to test the injectors:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-a-fuel-injector

If the engine is starting when you put gas into it, the ignition system isn't the issue. It certainly is related to fuel.

Let me know.

Joe

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Sunday, June 11th, 2023 AT 5:58 PM
Tiny
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The pump is working but there is no pressure. It is a 16v, no injectors are working. The fuel isn't making it to the fuel rail.
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Monday, June 12th, 2023 AT 4:37 PM
Tiny
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Hi,

If the pump is working but the fuel doesn't make it to the fuel rail, you may have a faulty pump. Are you able to check for fuel at the fuel filter?

Let me know.

Joe
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Monday, June 12th, 2023 AT 9:30 PM

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