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Crank but will not fire

Tiny
ANTHONY THOMAS2
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  • 2004 NISSAN MAXIMA
  • 3.5L
  • V6
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 179,000 MILES
My wife was driving, and the car made a noise and it started dinging and now it cranks but won't fire. I've replaced both cam and crank sensors now the battery drain every night. What would make this happen?
Thursday, March 10th, 2022 AT 6:14 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 108,310 POSTS
Hi,

What is the best way to describe the noise she heard? Also, if it won't start, try this. See if it starts for a couple of seconds using starting fluid. If it does and then stalls, it's a fuel-related issue. If there is no change, then it's likely an ignition issue. If that is the case, check for spark to the plugs.

Here is a link to check for spark:

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

If it is possible, record it cranking and upload it for me to hear. Hopefully, that will tell me where the issue is coming from.

Take care,

Joe
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Thursday, March 10th, 2022 AT 7:43 PM

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