1996 Pontiac Grand Am

1996 PONTIAC GRAND AM
147,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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JEP2009
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ive changed my spark plugs, my starter, my oil filter and my car still wont start....i also put in a new computer but it still wont start...it turns over like its right about to start and then it dies back down again as soon as i let go of the key...it sounds like it has full power but just not starting all the way...
Feb 22, 2010 at 4:22 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Cranks but no start condition: Do below

Fuel and Spark:
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.
Feb 22, 2010 at 6:52 PM
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