Engine cranks no start

Tiny
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  • 1997 NISSAN SENTRA
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
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  • 172,777 MILES
Engine turns over but won't fire to start? Worked fine the day before has fuel. Checked the fuses under dash left side in car.
Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 AT 4:22 PM

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Tiny
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Hi,

Chances are either it is a fuel related issue or ignition. What I want you to try is this. See if it starts for a couple seconds using starting fluid. If it does and then stalls, we know it's fuel related. If it doesn't make a difference, then it's likely an ignition problem.

Here is a link you may find of interest. It explains the most common causes of a crank no start condition. Take a look through it and see if anything helps.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

If there is no change with starting fluid, here is a link that explains how to check for ignition spark:

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

Start with these things and let me know what you find. This will help us identify on which circuit or system to focus.

Take care and let me know.

Joe
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Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 AT 8:13 PM

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