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My 1996 Buick Skylark Limited won't start

Tiny
DAMZEL84
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I went to fill up with gas the other day and when I came out from paying the car would not start. We tested the spark plugs and they work fine, the fuel injectors all have power being sent to them, replaced the fuel pump and car still would not crank, all fuses are working, had to replace one that went to the computer. When use starting fluid the car will start up fine for about 5 minutes. Took the computer out today to try and get it tested but said they couldn't test it without it being on the car. The computer smelled like it had been burnt. I was wanting to know if you think the computer is my problem and if not what else could it be.
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Thursday, March 16th, 2006 AT 1:09 PM

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Tiny
PEPPERMRJ
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A burnt computer is not a good sign.

Good link. https://www.2carpros.com/first_things/car_cranks_but_wont_start.htm

Are you getting fuel to the injectors? Check the fuel filter and lines. A injector firing test would also be appropriate.

Good luck and let us know. :)

Try reposting in the GM section of the forum for more advice.
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Friday, March 17th, 2006 AT 8:43 PM
Tiny
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Bump** moved to GM forum
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Saturday, March 18th, 2006 AT 1:25 AM
Tiny
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It turned out to be my computer after all. Got new computer installed and reprogrammed and car started without any problems.
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Wednesday, March 29th, 2006 AT 1:52 PM
Tiny
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Thanxs for the update.
Happy motoring. :)
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Wednesday, March 29th, 2006 AT 3:42 PM

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