Will not start up

100,000 MILES • 2.7L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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WENDY HELMS
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Replaced fuel pump it still won't start. sprayed starter fluid and it started but wouldn't run.
Mar 20, 2022 at 9:30 AM
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SQM
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Hello,

If you are able to start the engine for a little bit with starting fluid, it points to fuel delivery issues.
Are you able to verify that the pump is turning on?
A faulty relay will keep the fuel pump from working.

If there is not enough fuel pressure the engine won't start.
Which could be due to a clog in the fuel line or a bad fuel pressure regulator.

This vehicle should have 58 PSI (+/- 5 PSI) of fuel pressure with the key on and engine off.

Here is a guide on how to test the fuel pressure:

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

Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.
Mar 20, 2022 at 4:26 PM
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