1989 GMC Sierra wont start

1989 GMC SIERRA
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TONED2010
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1989 GMC Sierra V8 Four Wheel Drive Automatic 57k miles

89 gmc 3500 4x4 cranks but wont start however it will run when u use starter fliud then dies when the starter fluid burns up,, i checked the coil, fuel filter, fuel pump relay, and fuel pump ,,, i noticed that the parking lights arent going on when i try to turn them on,,, the head lights go on when i pull the switch all the way out but no parking tail or marker lights ,,
i also noticed when i turn the key on the ck engine light doesnt come on ... i wonder if that has anything to do with the truck not starting?
thanks
Tony
Apr 1, 2010 at 12:53 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Tony:
If it starts with starting fluid, it is a fuel related problem. Have you checked fuel pump pressure to see if it is producing? Here is a how to video if you need directions. Check that and let me know what you find.

https://www.2carpros.com/how_to/how_to_check_fuel_pressure.htm

Joe
Apr 3, 2010 at 3:26 PM
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