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Why does my 1998 Chevy Silverado not start?

Why does my 1998 Chevy Silverado not start?

Battery is good. It has good compression, fuel, and fire to the engine. Checked all these last night. still wouldn’t start. Starter is good and fuel pump does engage. Did a tune up on it last year. New spark plugs, wires, distributor cap, rotor button. Changed the fuel filter last week. I am completely stumped on what to try next.

What to do if your Vortec won’t start?

96 Chevy C1500 5.7L Vortec Truck won’t start, Replaced Fuel Pump, Filter & Has Spark. Hey everyone, I have a 1996 Chevy C1500 with a 5.7L Vortec, I got the truck recently and was told it just needed a Fuel pump, I replaced the Fuel pump, and the Filter, also the pump turns on and there is fuel up at the rail, I pushed the pin and it shot right out.

What kind of engine does a 1998 Chevy Silverado have?

I have a 98 Chevy k1500 with the 5.7 350 vortec. I have tried everything to get the truck to start. Battery is good. It has good compression, fuel, and fire to the engine. Checked all these last night. still wouldn’t start. Starter is good and fuel pump does engage. Did a tune up on it last year. New

What does hard start on 98 Chevy 5.7L mean?

We can turn the key and wait for it to energize before cold starts. It sounds like the fuel pressure regulator to me. If it has to crank when cold but not when it’s warm, it sounds like it is bleeding off fuel pressure while it sits for a while. How many miles on the truck?. It sounds like the fuel pressure regulator to me.

96 Chevy C1500 5.7L Vortec Truck won’t start, Replaced Fuel Pump, Filter & Has Spark. Hey everyone, I have a 1996 Chevy C1500 with a 5.7L Vortec, I got the truck recently and was told it just needed a Fuel pump, I replaced the Fuel pump, and the Filter, also the pump turns on and there is fuel up at the rail, I pushed the pin and it shot right out.

Is the 1998 Chevy Silverado 5.7L hard to start?

Hello all, My 1998 chevy silverado 5.7L Vortec used to start as soon as you bump the key, and now it is hard to start (mainly when its cold) it takes several cranks of the engine to start and after truck warms up its okay, usually in the morning or if the truck sits for several hours after running. (i.e.

Why does my 97 Chevy truck not start?

97 Chevy truck won’t start when it gets cold?? When ever it gets cold my truck will not start. Seems to be fuel pressure but can’t smell any gas like it was flooding. It does’nt even fire like it wants to start.

What kind of truck won’t start when it gets cold?

The last cold spell I plugged it in and I could get it started but no luck this time. Any input would be great. 97 5.7 vortech chevy pickup 4×4. Thanks

What to do if your Chevy 1500 won’t start?

The passlock sensor voltage reading has changed & you can relearn it to the PCM & you can start the truck again. To relearn, turn the ignition key to the on position for 3 10 minute cycles, turning the key to the off position for 5 seconds after each 10 minute learn.

Why does my Chevy C / K 1500 not start?

FYI – If the pass lock isn’t working properly, the computer will not keep the fuel pump on when the key is turned to start and released. 72 people found this helpful. Note: If the battery dies or is disconnected, or the computer is disconnected, this procedure may have to be repeated.

Why does my 96 Chevy Express van not start?

Also had a similar issue spin and no start with a 96 Chevy Express Van with the 5.7L. This vehicles issue turned out to be a shorted pink wire in the wiring harness that runs up the passenger side of the block. The vehicle had died while driving several times and wouldn’t start. Then, finally after blowing a couple fuses, would start at all.

What kind of fuel pump does a Chevy Silverado need?

It turned out the pump I put in was for a 96 C1500, which has a throttle body system and the pump only produced 20-30psi. The Fuel injection in the Silverado needs 55-65psi. Be very careful you didn’t put the wrong fuel pump in!!

What to do if your truck won’t start?

Ok very weird. I pulled the spark plug wire off the 6th cylinder, plugged in an old spark plug for testing, and had my wife crank it over. It sparked, but also the truck started normally. I turned it off, reconnected the wire to the newly installed spark plug, and cranked it back up – no problem.

Can a 1997 Chevy c1500 5.7L start?

1997 Chevy C1500, 2WD, 5.7L won’t start – cranks fine. No codes – good fuel pressure ( 60+ psi – new pump), good spark, 1997 Chevy C1500, 2WD, 5.7L wont start – cranks fine. No… It will not start. I changed the fuel filter and fuel pump It will not start.

Why does my 1997 Chevy Suburban not start?

1997 1500 pickup at low throttle engine is missing to the point were I had it full throttle and no power and engine died. Still won’t start … read more Vocational, Technical or Tra… i have a 1998 chevy suburban. It was running fine when parked, but 3 days later will not start. It cranks fine, but sounds as though it wants … read more

Why does my GM 4.3L engine not start?

No Start Condition Basics There are three very basic components that the engine, in your GM vehicle, needs to start and they are: Air, Fuel and Spark. When your 4.3L, 5.0L or 5.7L GM vehicle cranks but does not start, it’s because one of these components is missing from the mix.

What to do if your car won’t start with starter fluid?

Check for spark with a spark tester. If spark is present at all 8 cylinders, the next step is to see if the engine starts with starter fluid. If spark is NOT present at all 8 cylinders, then the Passlock system is not the cause of the no start condition. Start the engine with starter fluid.

What should the fuel pressure be in a 1998 Chevy Silverado?

Fuel pressure should be 56 to 63 lbs. Also just let it sit there once the fuel pressure has built up. Watch the gauge to see if it drops. Should not drop more than 5 lbs. in three min. This is done with the key off. 1 people found this helpful.

Battery is good. It has good compression, fuel, and fire to the engine. Checked all these last night. still wouldn’t start. Starter is good and fuel pump does engage. Did a tune up on it last year. New spark plugs, wires, distributor cap, rotor button. Changed the fuel filter last week. I am completely stumped on what to try next.

I have a 98 Chevy k1500 with the 5.7 350 vortec. I have tried everything to get the truck to start. Battery is good. It has good compression, fuel, and fire to the engine. Checked all these last night. still wouldn’t start. Starter is good and fuel pump does engage. Did a tune up on it last year. New

Why does my Chev 350 Vortec not start?

Cold air is dense and spark goes through it harder. Give big ass GM gaps spark plugs and bingo, all secondary spark is crap. Guy came back today with his truck. Busted a brake hose, but he says gas mileage got better since tune-up and injector cleaning. Gas filter was done at tune-up also.

What is p / n 10456607 on a Chev k1500 350 Vortec?

If this code is stored, the Crankshaft Position Sensor, P/N 10456607, MUST be replaced and the remaining components inspected for damage (engine block at the starter boss, the starter drive housing, and the engine flywheel starter ring gear). Hi guys I am back look at that it has been a year.

Why does my Chevy Silverado turn over but not fire?

145 people found this helpful. Have a 99 Chevrolet 4×4 Silverado with 5.0 it was hot wired by previous owner. It did crank but replaced the steering wheel column with new wires and now it will turn over but won’t start. The fuel pump is connected directly to the battery.

What causes a car to stall while driving?

Dan Ferrell writes about do-it-yourself car maintenance and repair. He has certifications in automation and control technology. A number of systems in your car can cause stalling issues when you least expect them. Photo courtesy of Robert Couse-Baker on Flickr. When Is Your Engine Stalling?

Why did my truck engine shut off going down the road?

That was because the top started to rust out, not from failure. When it went in my 98, I was out hunting and it died driving down the road. Replacing it on the truck wasn’t bad, I didn’t even attempt it on the Yukon. Try crawling under the truck and whack the fuel tank with a rubber mallet while someone tries to start it. Click to expand…

Why does my Chevy Silverado truck not start?

The starting problems of a vehicle can be different. In some cases the truck starts at least sporadically and allows its owner to drive independently to the nearest specialist workshop. In other cases, the truck won’t start until the underlying problem is solved. The nature of the starting problems depends on their cause.

Why does my car stall when I Turn on the engine?

If your fuel pump quits or isn’t working properly, then your engine won’t get the fuel it needs to run, which results in the engine stalling. You won’t be able to restart your car if the fuel pump quits. 4.

What to do if your Chevy Silverado shuts down while driving?

If it is, you’ll want to start with whatever trouble code you get from an OBD2 scanner. Parts stores can scan it for you if you don’t have access to a scanner. But we don’t recommend driving anywhere until your Silverado is fixed, since dying at the wrong time can cause a collision.

Why does my Chevy Silverado run out of fuel?

Another common reason that your Silverado may be starving for fuel is a bad fuel pump. The fuel pump is responsible for sending highly pressurized fuel to the fuel rails. The engine can die if the fuel pressure is not high enough to properly atomize the gasoline properly.

What happens if you run a Chevy Silverado Hot?

The Chevrolet Silverado is a rugged truck that is made for a tough workload. Coolant system failure can eventually cause major engine damage as running the truck hot can lead to head gasket failure or loss of power eventually causing the motor to stop running.

What happens if you run your truck too hot?

Coolant system failure can eventually cause major engine damage as running the truck hot can lead to head gasket failure or loss of power eventually causing the motor to stop running. Troubleshooting your coolant system, when the problems are minor, will save you time and money in the long run. Allow the truck 30 minutes to cool down.

What makes a truck crank but won’t start?

Has good fuel pressure and spark. Engine will crank and run if you pour gas in the throttle body. Injectors will click when checked with a 9 volt battery but won’t spray has into throttle body. It ran good after replacing intake but three days later it cranked and shut off after a few seconds and wouldn’t crank back.

What causes the fuel pump to not start?

The fuel pump is running and delivering normal pressure to the engine But, with all that working your engine still will not start. So, the most likely cause, is that the fuel injectors are probably not opening. The (PCM) uses the trigger signal from the crankshaft position sensor; and/or camshaft position sensor to pulse the injectors.

Has good fuel pressure and spark. Engine will crank and run if you pour gas in the throttle body. Injectors will click when checked with a 9 volt battery but won’t spray has into throttle body. It ran good after replacing intake but three days later it cranked and shut off after a few seconds and wouldn’t crank back.

Can a Chevy C / K 1500 run without fuel?

Also I haven’t fully checked the Spark, but the Truck run’s fine when you spray Starting fluid into the Throttle body. Any suggestions on why the truck isn’t accepting the fuel, it cranks fine, just wont run without starting fluid. these trucks have to have between 55-65psi of fuel to run.

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