Car cranks but will not start, after engine repair?

SAINTHOMMES

MEMBER
2000 NISSAN MAXIMA
V6
AUTOMATIC
36,566 MILES

My car was smokey and oil shortening so bad, so I took it to the mechanic to change the piston rings and gaskets, not it's all done fixed, but the car won't start. It cranks continuously, but will not come on, I mean, then engine won't start. Please help me with possible troubleshooting and solution to get it working again. The timing chain has been checked and placed in appropriate positions, but still won't start. Please any possible help?

Tuesday, February 7th, 2023 AT 8:53 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
110,176 POSTS

Hi,

When you have a crank/no start condition, it is usually the result of not getting fuel or spark at the plugs.

Now, you say the timing was done correctly. Does the engine sound the same when cranking it? Can you record it cranking and upload it for me to hear? That may be very helpful.

Next, try this. See if the engine starts with starting fluid. If it does and then stalls, we know there is a fuel-related issue. If there is no change, then I need you to check for spark at the plugs.

Here is a link that explains how to check:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-for-ignition-spark

If there is spark and using starting fluid doesn't change things, we either have a timing issue or low compression. I can usually tell by listening to the engine cranking.

Let me know.

Joe

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Wednesday, February 8th, 2023 AT 1:35 PM