2001 Pontiac Grand Am engine cranks but wont start

Tiny
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  • 2001 PONTIAC GRAND AM
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 109,000 MILES
I took my car in cause it wouldn't start and a friend of mine said it might be the fuel pump. I CAN hear the pump turn on or whatever when I turn on the ignition though. When I took it IN it started right up for them. I drove it for about two weeks and it is now doing the same thing. Any ideas would really help
Thursday, June 3rd, 2010 AT 7:27 AM

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Tiny
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  • 700 POSTS
When the problem occurs, if it cranks good but won't start. Have a helper crank it while you visually check for spark at the plugs. If you have spark everywhere, use a gage and check fuel pressure. Some of the national brand auto stores used to loan out a fuel pressure gage, if you don't have one.

To check for spark, pull a spark plug wire loose, use a known good plug or spark tester in the plug boot. Ground metal part of plug/tester to metal part of engine, engine cranking, watch for spark. Start with the basics.
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