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Engine not starting

Tiny
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It came on and car did not wanted to start. Then I waited, then crank it the second time nothing happened. Then on the third crank came on. I would like to know what is the problem? ABS light on Thank you
Tuesday, October 31st, 2017 AT 10:48 AM

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Tiny
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The ABS should not have anything to do with starting. I would recommend having the computer scanned to determine if there are any trouble codes and what they are. Start there. The ABS light usually results from a bad connection or sensor at one of the wheels.
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Tuesday, October 31st, 2017 AT 7:23 PM
Tiny
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Okay, thanks.
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Tuesday, October 31st, 2017 AT 11:57 PM
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KEN L
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Now when you say crank and start does the engine not crank over or crank over and not start?

Cheers, Ken
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Thursday, November 2nd, 2017 AT 11:28 AM
Tiny
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Cranks over not start. But, now it is working fine. I do not know what is the problem cut on for two days straight no problem.
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Thursday, November 2nd, 2017 AT 11:45 AM
Tiny
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Just want to know why it is doing that?
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Thursday, November 2nd, 2017 AT 11:46 AM
Tiny
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If it is working properly again, I would suspect a corroded connection at the battery. Make sure the terminals are clean and tight.
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Thursday, November 2nd, 2017 AT 6:45 PM
Tiny
KEN L
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When the engine will not start we must see if it is fuel related or spark? Here are two guides that will help us see whats going on. When the engine will not start do you hear the fuel pump in the tank going?

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-test-an-ignition-system

and

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

Please let us know what happens so it will help others.

Cheers, Ken
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Friday, November 3rd, 2017 AT 1:10 PM

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