97 sunfire motor turns over no start - Cars & Trucks

https://www.autozone.com/repairguides/GM-Cavalier-Sunfire-1995-2000-Repair-Guide/ROUTINE-MAINTENANCE-AND-TUNE-UP/PCV-Valve/_/P-0900c1528003c9f7 .

Hope it helps.

Replace the bad thermostat you bought.

I don't believe you will be able to use that motor, the only one that will work would be one from another 1999 or a 2000.

As long as the 96 one looks the same as the 97 and fits properly.

test the crank sensor

sounds like a starter solenoid went bad which it is easier to replace the whole starter assembly then just the solenoid and you can get one with a LLT Limited Life Time warranty.

96 sunfire - press horn and you hear the relay neer the glove box but there is no horn noise. I can't even locate the horn. Any suggestions?

I am having the exact same problem with my 97 sunfire! LOL Help! I heard it might be the coil pack or the fuel pump? I hope not the fuel pump. It got towed today...

Try this.... Turn key on but dont start.. leave switched on for 30 mins.. Then switch off.. Then try to start it..

If your timing is off you will have no power.check and make sure all timing mark's are correct.Some engine's are contact motor's,which mean's if your timing is off you could cause damage to valve's or piston's.Also you should do a compression test to be sure each cylinder has adequite pressure.Hope this help's.