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car won't start. turns over fine but won't fire up. please list the *possible* causes.

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Old 04-15-2008, 07:49 AM
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car won't start. turns over fine but won't fire up. please list the *possible* causes.
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Old 04-15-2008, 07:53 AM
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Crank position sensor
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this is possible as there is a strong smell of fuel. how to correct?
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Pull ze plugs and let her sit. Make sure to re-torque properly, don't just go by feel.
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Long shot... check valve on fuel pump
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Default understood, but don't own one and don't want to bother a local if a *possible* easy fix
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