Fuel problem, cranking but no start. Battery draining.

Tiny
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I have a 1991 Buick Century 3.3L V6 w/ 180k miles on it. I bought it used in 2002-03 with @ 141k and had the fuel pump & strainer, injectors, pulsator assembly, O2 sensor and filter replaced (was reamed on charges). I'm positive the fuel pump is ok because I hear the humming sound described by mechanics. I hear it when gas gets low also, the car whines until I fill up. I have tried spraying carb/choke cleaner in the TBS(?) And starting with no success. My main problem with troubleshooting is finding the exact location and/or descriptions of parts to inspect and/or test. I cannot afford to have it towed again so I have an auto manual to assist but find it difficult and risky to go further into the fuel system not knowing exactly where the fuel pump relay, fuse, TBS and all the sensors are. Could you tell me how to locate the parts or provide a diagram specific to the '91 buick century? Picture and possible donation to follow.
Wednesday, January 24th, 2007 AT 1:40 PM

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Tiny
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Sounds to me like the Timing Chain Broke. Be sure to check that you have compression in all cylinders and the battery is fully charged. I had a 1989 olds Toronado and the timing chain broke and I had the same symptoms as you do.
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Wednesday, January 24th, 2007 AT 7:12 PM
Tiny
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Um, could you possibly explain how to check compression in what cylinders? From what I read, replacing or even checking the timing chain is a complicated procedure. If I'm incorrect, could you give me a good start as to how to do it?
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Thursday, January 25th, 2007 AT 12:30 AM
Tiny
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To check compression you need to go to the autoparts store and rent a vaccuum guage. Tell them you want to check compression in your cylinders. Then you disconnect the fuel pump, Remove cylinder 1's spark plug wire and connect the guage to the cylinder and crank the engine. The guage will tell you how much compression you have. You may need someone else to help you when doing this procedure. In regards to replacing the timing chain you need to consult a chilton or haynes service manual. You can get them at your local auto parts store or library. Hope this helps you out.
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Thursday, January 25th, 2007 AT 9:47 AM

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