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2002 Dodge Ram Engine will turn over but will not start

Tiny
FUNBOBBY
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  • 2002 DODGE RAM
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 110,000 MILES
I try to start my truck and the engine will crank over and over like it wants to start, but it just won't catch. I don't know if it is the starter or the ignition coil or the spark. I just drove it yesterday and there was no problem, but today it won't start. Will I do damage if I crank it constantly for 5-10 second bursts? Then the abs light comes on as well as the light showing that the brake is engaged. Any advise would be greatly appreciated! Thanks
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Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 AT 2:21 AM

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Tiny
RASMATAZ
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Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine atleast 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
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Saturday, May 22nd, 2010 AT 11:58 AM
Tiny
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Also check your map sensor.
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