Will not start

Tiny
HARRY P
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Right. That's why I suggested borrowing the pressure tester from auto zone. Yes, you'd put a deposit down, but you would get every penny of it back when you return it. It's really the only way to check the pump reliably. Any other method is just guessing. And you could do it without touching the tank
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Saturday, September 2nd, 2017 AT 1:22 PM
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CARRIE GRINDE
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I'll do that first thing I can get a ride, ty for being so patient with me on this matter. I really do appreciate all your help.
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Saturday, September 2nd, 2017 AT 11:04 PM
Tiny
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No problem
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Sunday, September 3rd, 2017 AT 6:06 AM
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Hi guys, i'm back had other things to take care of, anyway you had put a link on here for me on how to use the pressure gauge and stuff to check my fuel pump, the link you sent says page not found? Wondering if you can send me something so I know what i'm doing would like to go get the gauge today or in the am if I could, thanks for all your help
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Wednesday, September 20th, 2017 AT 1:11 PM
Tiny
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I fixed the link sorry about that.

Here it is https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

You will need to do an in line tap but the fuel pressure test kit should have the adapter you need.

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Thursday, September 21st, 2017 AT 10:11 AM
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Thank you, I went to go rent/loan one and it has to wait till payday but on the link you sent on steps 6-7-8, it's says with the car running, Ummmm, my car is not running won't start, so don't understand what to do there?
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Thursday, September 21st, 2017 AT 11:21 PM
Tiny
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Just turn the key to the on position and the pump should run enough to build pressure.
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Friday, September 22nd, 2017 AT 10:19 AM
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Very cool, i'll be in touch around the first week of oct and i'll let you know how this lady is doing with it lol
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Friday, September 22nd, 2017 AT 12:14 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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Good to see you doing the repair, everyone that drive should know how to work on their car :)
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Saturday, September 23rd, 2017 AT 11:35 AM
Tiny
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Thank you ken, that makes me feel good, and I agree.
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Sunday, September 24th, 2017 AT 9:33 PM
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I'm with Ken on that last statement. Basic mechanics should be a part of the license test. If nothing else, you should be able to put the spare tire on, check your oil and other fluid levels, and know how to check fuses. But if we required all that, then 90% of drivers currently on the road wouldn't be able to keep their licenses.
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Tuesday, September 26th, 2017 AT 8:00 PM
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That's funny lol
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Tuesday, September 26th, 2017 AT 8:07 PM
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CARRIE GRINDE
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Hi guys, I just wanted to give you an update. My sidekick is up and running thanks to you guys and your help, it was indeed the fuel pump, the very last thing on the list you gave me to check, and of course the most expensive. But the point is that I did it all by myself, starting with trying to find out what's wrong to finally finding out to having a friend come over and not do it for me but help me take the old one out and the new pump in, while my dad taught me the basics of cars, and if I have a manuel I can pretty much do anything, but I had nothing until you guys. So thank you so so much and appreciate all your help could not of done it without you guys, and thanks for your patience with me.
Carrie
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Wednesday, December 13th, 2017 AT 11:21 AM
Tiny
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Hey Carrie that's great to hear! We're very glad to have helped you out here. Fuel pumps are very common among just about every car, and usually a total pain to replace. I'm glad that you stuck with it and did it yourself. It's a very satisfying feeling when you take on something like that and get it done, saving fistfuls of cash. Please feel free to come back to this forum in the future, we'll be here ready to help as much as we can.
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Wednesday, December 13th, 2017 AT 6:15 PM

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