what may be the cause of my sonata not starting?

2002 HYUNDAI SONATA
240,000 MILES
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JANETMCD
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my car stalled on me in a drive thru. It wouldn't start back up for a few minutes, but it eventually did. I got it down the road and it stalled again and wouldn't start up @ all. the battery is good, lights & radio working. car is turning, but just doesn't start. i initially thought it may be the fuel pump, but there were no signs of problems during idling or starting up. i just need some suggestions.
Apr 1, 2012 at 5:16 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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you may be correct with the fuel pump. you need to get the pressure verified before condemning it.

Roy
Apr 1, 2012 at 5:24 PM
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JANETMCD
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Thank you for your quick response. found out it was the fuel pump fuse! huge relief. probably just an old fuse
Apr 1, 2012 at 9:32 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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i doubt it. they blow for a reason. i think you are going to need to replace the pump very soon.

Roy
Apr 1, 2012 at 9:37 PM
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JANETMCD
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if I have a diagnostic test done on it, would that tell me?
Apr 1, 2012 at 10:18 PM
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ASEMASTER6371
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it will give you an idea of what is failing. a fuel pressure test and a amp draw test on the pump will be needed to make sure the pump is ok.

Roy
Apr 1, 2012 at 10:57 PM
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