Will not start?

JASMINE12378

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2005 NISSAN ALTIMA
2.5L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
350,000 MILES

My wife drove it for about a mile after I replaced the crank shaft sensor and when she parked it, it just turned off. Haven't been able to get it running since. But it sounds sluggish, and I replaced the fuel pump and still nothing. Before it started this, I had the starter replaced. I'm running out of ideas.

Tuesday, September 20th, 2022 AT 8:28 PM

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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110,176 POSTS

Hi,

Hang in there. We'll get it figured out one way or another.

Here is what I need you to do: See if the engine starts for a couple of seconds and then stalls using starting fluid. If it does, then we know it is a fuel-related issue. If there is no change, I need you to check for spark to the plugs.

Here is a link that explains how that is done:

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

Let me know what you find. This will narrow things down, so we know which direction to go. Also, I am basing this on it won't start. You confused me when you said it sounds sluggish. If it does run, good or bad, let me know.

Take care,

Joe

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Tuesday, September 20th, 2022 AT 9:04 PM

JASMINE12378

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Yes, it won't start. It sounds sluggish when we turn the key.

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Friday, September 23rd, 2022 AT 5:53 PM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Is it possible for you to record it cranking and upload it for me to hear?

Also, did you try starting fluid or check for an ignition spark at the plugs?

Let me know.

Joe

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Friday, September 23rd, 2022 AT 8:44 PM