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Cameron Redland Posted on Apr 02, 2014
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I just replaced the fuel pump in my 2002 Pontiac Montana and I can hear the fuel pump working but the van still will not start. What else could be causing it?

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The fuel pump may not have been the problem? You are not getting a spark (ignition) and/or firing due to timing, retardation, plug gaps need setting and cleaning, plug wires may be bad as insulation may crack, peel, split, or water and oil got on the contacts. The there is FLOODING is too much fuel prevents Air from entering the chambers. So many reasons, it needs a technician with test equipment to search for the sources.

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SOURCE: 2002 pontiac montana van ''service engine soon'' light

Diagnostic Aids

  • Low system airflow can cause an intermittent complaint. Inspect for the following conditions:
    • Any restriction in the exhaust system that may produce back pressure
    • Pinched, kinked, restricted, or leaking pipes, hoses, or fittings
    • A restricted pump inlet hose, duct, or filter
    • Pinched, kinked, restricted, or leaking vacuum lines
    • Heat damage
  • A short to voltage in the pump relay control circuit can result in the AIR pump running continuously with the ignition OFF by back-feeding to ground. This will eventually result in pump failure.
  • An AIR pump that had become inoperative and had shown indications of having exhaust gases in the outlet port would indicate check valve failure.
  • Notice Do not operate the AIR pump for more than 60 seconds. Continuous operation of the AIR pump in excess of 60 seconds will damage the AIR pump.

    If the DTC cannot be duplicated and is determined to be intermittent, reviewing the Failure Records data can be useful in determining when the DTC was last set. Also refer to Intermittent Conditions

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SOURCE: 2002 pontiac montana passanger pwr window

I beleive you need to change the Power Window Switches Module in the drivers side door panel, as these connections are interlinked within this module and it is usually the first part that fails. Especially that you already changed the switches & motor in the passenger door and it still does not work. Once you remove the dual switch module in the driver's side door, you will understand what I mean. Plus it is really easy to access. Good luck! I have the same model, Claude

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