Car wont start

Tiny
GMORRILL
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  • 2000 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE
  • 156,000 MILES
It is a 3.8. How do I go about checking for losing spark when it starts and where is the crank sensor at?
Sunday, September 11th, 2011 AT 4:42 PM

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Tiny
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Hi:
I think I answered your last question. If you refer to our home page, there are directions on how to check for spark under the DIY section. Follow the directions and see if the spark stops after it stops. As far as the crank sensor, it is behind the harmonic balancer. I attached a picture to help you locate it. It is at the bottom front of the engine.

Let me know if this helps.
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Sunday, September 11th, 2011 AT 4:47 PM
Tiny
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Thanks for your response gives another avenue to look at.
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Sunday, September 11th, 2011 AT 5:06 PM
Tiny
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I hope it helps. Let me know if you have other questions. It's harder when I'm not there, but I will do my best to help.

Joe
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Sunday, September 11th, 2011 AT 5:19 PM

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