2003 Chevy S-10 Engine won't start

2003 CHEVROLET S-10
85,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SYLVON
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Sometimes when I stop my enging and try to start it again it won't start, when I turn the key the dash lights up and the stereo and hornworks but when I turn to start it is dead and nothing happens, some times it will start after leaving for a while but sometimes it takes until the next day, however a few days ago it shut off while driving and now it wont start at all but the dash and stereo still comes on. Thanking you in advance for your response.
Aug 28, 2010 at 8:12 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Pick your symptom:

**Cranks but no start condition:

Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine at least 3/16 away from ground -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it.


**No crank at all/nothing/nada when key is engage to starting position

Could be the starter, starter relay,park and neutral switch/transmission position switch and ignition switch assuming the battery and connections are good. Note:If it doesn't apply disregard.
Aug 28, 2010 at 12:23 PM
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