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What may be the cause of my Sonata not starting?

Tiny
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  • 2002 HYUNDAI SONATA
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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.
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Sunday, April 1st, 2012 AT 5:16 PM

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Tiny
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You may be correct with the fuel pump. You need to get the pressure verified before condemning it.

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Sunday, April 1st, 2012 AT 5:24 PM
Tiny
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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
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Sunday, April 1st, 2012 AT 9:32 PM
Tiny
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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.

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Sunday, April 1st, 2012 AT 9:37 PM
Tiny
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If I have a diagnostic test done on it, would that tell me?
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Sunday, April 1st, 2012 AT 10:18 PM
Tiny
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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
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Sunday, April 1st, 2012 AT 10:57 PM

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