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My engine cranks but will not start up?

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JDL
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What type security system? When it fails to start, is the security lite on the dask, on or flashing? One some models, a start and stall, might point to a problem with the security system.

Don't wonder about the fuel pressure, use a gage and check pressure. Some of the national brand autostores used to loan out a fuel pressure gage, if you don't have one. You can call and ask.
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:26 PM (Merged)
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The cars security system is factory. Its the Passlock system. My battery is dead I will charge it then try the 10 minute reset to see if that works. We went out of town and car was fine sat for a few hours at a concert came out and car wouldnt start. It does turn over but immediaty dies. I did not know about the reset I did research and will try it. If that doesn, t work any sugestions would be helpfull. Thanks
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:26 PM (Merged)
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JAKE JENNINGS
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  • 2004 CHEVROLET MALIBU
  • 6 CYL
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When I try to start it, it turns over and fires but won't stay started. Like it's not getting fuel, but everything I've checked says it is getting fuel.
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:26 PM (Merged)
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Hi,

Have you checked fuel pressure? If it is low, this can happen. Also, prior to this happening, was the check engine light staying on while the engine was running?

Here is a link that explains how to test fuel pressure. If you haven't done this, try it and let me know the results. You will need a fuel pressure gauge, but most parts stores will lend one to you for testing.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-fuel-system-pressure-and-regulator

Here are the fuel pressure specifications:

Fuel Pressure (Key ON, Engine OFF) .................... 384-425 kPa (50-60 psi)

Also, here is a link that explains the most common causes of a crank no start condition. Take a look through it as well.

Once we confirm fuel pressure is within the manufacturer's specs, then we can move on. However, it sounds like that could be the problem.

Let me know

Joe
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:26 PM (Merged)
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JAKE JENNINGS
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Well, I think I failed to mention that this happened after I programmed a new key for the car. So I think it may have something to do with the computer, but I can't figure out how to reset it.
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:26 PM (Merged)
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Is the anti theft light flashing or staying on?
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:26 PM (Merged)
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JAKE JENNINGS
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Hey I wanted to thank everyone for there help. I ended up having to keep my battery in charge while I did the programming for the new key. After I did the, leave key on for 10 minutes until the anti theft light goes off then cut key off for 5 seconds three times while my battery had plenty off charge. It started right up. Thanks again for everyone's help.
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:26 PM (Merged)
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You are very welcome, and thanks for letting us know.

Take care and let is know if you need help in the future.

Joe
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:26 PM (Merged)
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I have a 2004 malibu classic that won't start. Will turn over and over but not starting, also somthing strange when this occurs, when you move the blinker left or right the flasher buzzes and the lights do not flash. It does this when driving down the road or when it is just sitting, most of the time I seem to be able to move the turn signal switch around till it acs normal then it will start, now I can't get it to work, any ideas.
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:27 PM (Merged)
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Do you have a security light on and or blinking
leave key in ON position for about ten min
and then try

possible ignition switch
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:27 PM (Merged)
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FISCHERJ00
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Light comes om but when you try to start it is goes out and dosn't ccome back until you turn the key to the off position
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:27 PM (Merged)
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Light comes on but when you try to start it is goes out and dosn't ccome back until you turn the key to the off position
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:27 PM (Merged)
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2nd step is to scan for codes

check for spark check for fuel

(you may check the video on how to )
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:27 PM (Merged)
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Why does the blinker buzz when this problem ocurs but when the blinker goes back to normal it will start, found it easyer to start when I turned the four ways on
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:27 PM (Merged)
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The only link I can think of is the BCM (body control module )
u need a scanner to access it
OBDII reader will not
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:27 PM (Merged)
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LUSCH
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Electrical problem
2004 Chevy Malibu 4 cyl

the car cranks but does not start, it will momentarily start with starting fluid. It has fuel & pressure at fuel rail. This problem appeared in morning after running fine the night before. The anti-theft light is on but we don't recall it being on before, it has stored no codes, we disconected battery for hours then reconected, still no start.
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Wednesday, January 27th, 2021 AT 5:32 PM (Merged)
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Have u had the fuel system tested for the correct pressure just because u have fuel at the rail u have too have the correct fuel pressure ( 38-45 psi ) be careful with starting fluid as u can do damage too the engine by useing it too much, hope this helps lsauto
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