It won't start, I check fuel pump and fuel line and there is pressure. It also turns when starting, but it just won\'t start. Any advice?
Just got it fixed. It was the coolant temperature sensor. car starts like it should. before had to pump gas several times and maybe it would start. at other times it wouldn't start for anything. dealer wanted to charge me a grand for a transmission bundle and sensor. what a crock. get your own mechanic dealers are trash. told me I would destroy the trans. btw, the trans shifts like it should. my Mechanic said several codes showed up. but only one that would stop car from starting was coolant sensor. car thought it was too hot to start, so it would allow it to start. the other codes were old and didn't affect anything now.
If you have checked fuel pressure with a gauge and the pressure is normal, are you getting spark to the plugs ?
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THE DEALERSHIP HAS TO REPLACE PCM.BECAUSE THE PCM HAS TO REPROGRAM BEFORE CAR WILL CRANK.YOUR CRANKSHAFT SENSOR AND THEFT SECURITY SYSTEM HAS TO BE REPROGRAM THATS WHY CAR WONT CRANK.
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I just had the same problem, the shop could put 12 v on the fuel pump and it would work. They found that the fuse block was shorted and caused ECM to have burnt components. Had to replace the fuse block and the computer.
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WoW...There is an intelligent person out there!!! Most posts say "My car...its broke" Looks like you have really done some comprehensive testing. As you observed though, The problem you revealed may have more in common with a delay in starting. My first thought is that though you have pressure etc. Have you tested the fuel for contamination? Water (from condensation etc) can give you similar problems.You mentioned that you just filled the tank I wonder with what? Also how good is the spark, and is it firing when it should? Though I'm inclined to think less of that idea.
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Well then if no pressure at fuel rail then go to pump and in line filter as the in line filter might be the main problem but the pump pressure can also be faulty if filter is bad so check it out and let me know how you get on. Ron
Testimonial: "thanks but the fuel filter was changed a month ago. and theres fuel up to the regulator. i'm thinking bad regulator or passlock sercurity issue again"
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Change the crank position sensor
Testimonial: "Thanks for the possible solution. I'll give it a try."
Your problem may be one of the following:
First check or just replace the fuel filter. Usually located under the car in front of the rear axle, drivers side.
Next, the fuel pump may be worn out. Usually they get loud or stop working (running).
Next, check the fuel pressure regulator. Usually located on the front fuel rail, drivers side.
Is the vacuum line attached? Not leaking or rotted?
Also, do you smell a strong fuel odor when it won't start? May be one or more stuck-open injectors, or the coil pack is bad.
Checking these in the order listed will more than likely fix your problem.
The clicking noise indicates the battery can no longer run the starter, which also means the fuel pump won't run either.
It could be a fuel issue. How old is the fuel filter? Can you hear the pump run for a few seconds when you turn the key on? Try turning the key to ON without trying to start engine three times waiting for the pump to stop running each time. Then try to start the engine. If it starts, Its a form of Vapor lock caused by the extreme heat we have had lately, and a weak fuel pump.
If none of this works, try a new fuel filter first. From there have someone check the fuel pressure regulator and then the pump. If you are in need of a new pump, take my word for it and spend the money to get one from a Dealer, and not from your favorite parts store. Most parts store parts are made in China and they are JUNK.
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Your problem may be one of the following:
First check or just replace the fuel filter. Usually located under the car in front of the rear axle, drivers side.
Next, the fuel pump may be worn out. Usually they just stop working (running).
Next, check the fuel pressure regulator. Usually located on the front fuel rail, drivers side.
Is the vacuum line attached? Not leaking or rotted?
Also, do you smell a strong fuel odor when it won't start? May be one or more stuck-open injectors, or the coil pack is bad.
Checking these in the order listed will more than likely fix your problem.
The clicking noise indicates the battery can no longer run the starter, which also means the fuel pump won't run either.
It could be a fuel issue. How old is the fuel filter? Can you hear the pump run for a few seconds when you turn the key on? Try turning the key to ON without trying to start engine three times waiting for the pump to stop running each time. Then try to start the engine. If it starts, Its a form of Vapor lock caused by the extreme heat we have had lately. VAPOR LOCK
If none of this works, try a new fuel filter first. From there have someone check the fuel pressure regulator and then the pump. If you are in need of a new pump, take my word for it and spend the money to get one from FORD, and not from your favorite parts store. Most parts store parts are made in China and they are JUNK.
Have you hooked a scanner to the computer and checked the oxygen sensor(s)? If they are bad they could lean out the engine.
Check the following:
Cooling system working properly including fans.
Under hood fuel lines touching coolant or heater hoses.
Fuel lines under vehicle close to or not shielded from exhaust pipe, converter, muffler. Fuel lines pinched or crushed.
Fuel filter changed recently.
Fuel pump pressure.
Cheap(Bad) gas.
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