2002 Oldsmobile Alero wont start

2002 OLDSMOBILE ALERO

100,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

MIKENIESEN09

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I got up this morning and started my car without a problem. Then about two hours later I tried to start it again with no sucess the first two times. the third time it started and i drove off. about a half a mile down the road it cuts out on me and starts to buzz at me while i'm stopped at a stop sign. the buzzing stopped and i cranked the car up again without a problem. i drive to work without it shutting off again. Then when i go to leave it wont start. Ive checked fluid levels, fuses, and the battery. Do you have any ideas as to what might be causing it? my radiator overflow was empty when i checked it and their was no fluid in the hose that connected to the engine.

Apr 1, 2010 at 3:18 PM

TWOSTEPPER

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I'd start by adding coolant. If it cranks good, but won't start, have a helper crank it, while you visually check for spark at the plugs. If that is ok, use a gage and check fuel pressure. Got to start somewhere, might as well start with the basics.

If your losing a lot of coolant, you need to find out, why.

Apr 1, 2010 at 4:22 PM

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