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1998 Oldsmobile Aurora Repair Question


Topics covered: Spark, Engine, Fuel pressure.
Mileage: 150,000 miles.

Asked on March 14, 2013

Oldsmobile Aurora Spark Problem

My car just stop on me in the middle of the road and wouldnt start back up i wont to know wat caused it
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Replied on March 14, 2013

Go to this walk thru link: http://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on March 14, 2013

If it cranks good but wont start, have a helper crank it while you visually check for spark at the spark plugs. If you have spark everywhere, use a gage and check fuel pressure.

To check for spark, pull a spark plug wire loose, where applicable. use a spark tester in the boot. Ground metal part of tester to metal part of engine. Engine cranking, watch for spark to jump the tester gap. Your local autostore should sell a spark tester, doesnt cost much.

Check for applicable trouble codes. At the least, you need an obd2 code reader to check codes. Your local autostore should have one.

Tiny Answered by JDL (expert)
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