2003 Mustang will not start only cranks

Tiny
WADAMARINE
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  • 2003 FORD MUSTANG
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 77,000 MILES
I have a 2003 mustang convertible 3.8 that will not start. The engine cranks normally as it should when it normally starts but fails to start. The onset of this event was sudden without warning. Parked the car overnight in the garage and the next morning failed to start. I checked the fuel reset button in the trunk and it required no resetting.
Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011 AT 1:27 PM

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Tiny
BMRFIXIT
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Check for spark
check for fuel and fuel pressure
let us know what is missing
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Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011 AT 7:22 PM
Tiny
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I have a fuel and fuel pressure. Spark is bright blue on all plugs. Battery is fully charged. I checked the coil packs in accordance with the service manual. Proper volts and ohms according to specifications. I also checked the MAF sensor in accordance with the service manual. Proper volts and ohms according to service manual. I'm leaning towards an emissions problem or the PATS (passive anti theft system) has been activated. By the way, there are no DTC's.
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Wednesday, March 23rd, 2011 AT 7:24 PM
Tiny
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I misspoke about fuel and fuel pressure. I had no fuel pressure. Turns out the fuel pump was the culprit. Thanks for your assistance.
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Wednesday, March 30th, 2011 AT 4:07 PM

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