Car shut off while driving, now cranks but will not start

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Since you lost spark, I think there is a better chance the crankshaft position sensor may have failed.

Take a look at this link:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-crankshaft-sensor

What I suggest is this. Get your hands on a live data scanner. Often times, parts stores will rent one to you. Plug the scanner is and go to live data, RPM. Crank the engine and check if the RPM's increase. If there is no signal from the sensor, you will not get an RPM signal. With that in mind, chances are the sensor has failed, is out of adjustment, or even a piece of dirt getting in it can cause this. If you can confirm this, I would start with the sensor.

Here is a general link that shows how to replace a crankshaft sensor:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/crankshaft-angle-sensor-replacement

Here are directions for testing the sensor itself. It requires the use of a volt meter/multi meter. Here is a link that shows how that is done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-use-a-voltmeter

How to test wiring:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

Here are the directions for testing the sensor:
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RESISTANCE INSPECTION
1. Disconnect the CKP sensor connector. See picture 3

2. Measure the resistance between CKP sensor terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.

Specification: Approx. 550 Ohm

- If not as specified, replace the CKP sensor.
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Here are the directions specific to your vehicle for replacing one. The attached picture correlates with the directions.

CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
CAUTION: When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect the engine control. Be sure there is no foreign material on the CKP sensor when replacing.

1. Disconnect the CKP sensor connector.
2. Remove the undercover.
3. Remove the CKP sensor installation bolt.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Tightening torque
7.9 - 10.7 Nm (80 - 110 kg.cm, 69.5 - 95.4 in.lb)

5. Reconnect the CKP sensor connector.

CAUTION: Do not forcefully pull the wiring harness of the CKP sensor. Doing so will break the harness.

6. Adjust the air gap. (Refer to CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR ADJUSTMENT.)
See: Crankshaft Position Sensor > Adjustments

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Here are the directions for adjustment of air gap.

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Adjustment
CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR ADJUSTMENT

1. Loosen the CKP sensor installation bolt.

2. While moving the CKP sensor, adjust the air gap between the CKP sensor and the plate teeth on the plate using a feeler gauge.
- If not adjusted within specification, replace the plate behind the crankshaft pulley or CKP sensor.

Specification: 0.5 - 1.5 mm (0.020 - 0.059 in)

3. Tighten the CKP sensor installation bolt.

Tightening torque
7.9 - 10.7 Nm (80 - 110 kg.cm, 69.5 - 95.4 in.lb)

Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

Welcome back:
If you are using the same ECM, there should not be an issue with disconnecting it. Just make sure to reconnect it prior to reconnecting the battery.

As far as the scanner issue, check the DLC wiring to make sure none of the pins are pushed in or damaged.

Let me know if you need anything,

Take care,
Joe

That is good news. Honestly, the fuse may have been old. However, it powers the main relay and transmission. I attached a section of the schematic for you to see. Other than that, a bad ground, the relay is going bad, or a short.

Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe