Why does my GMC Sierra 1500 have no power?
Why does my GMC Sierra 1500 have no power?
I have a 1995 gmc 1500 truck.. Trying to find out why not getting power. Changed to a new battery and it started fine. Next day tried to start it and nothing. No power at all. I have no idea how to check if it’s my alternator or not.
What causes a car to not start with no gas?
Problem may be at wiring connector on top of fuel tank (hard to reach!). No gas in fuel tank (Check the fuel gauge, and keep in mind the gauge may not be reading accurately). Bad gas (Contaminated with water or too much alcohol or diesel fuel). If you just filled up with gas and now your car won’t start, suspect bad gas.
Why does my car have no fuel pressure?
Many people recognize this sound every time they start the car but don’t realize it is the fuel pump running. If you “DO NOT” hear the buzz of the fuel pump; then your engine has no fuel pressure, and we need to see why. The first thing you want to do is check the fuse panel to see if the fuse is blown.
Why does my fuel pump fail when I restart the car?
So when you restart your car, the pump runs hot and un-primed until it can refill the fuel chamber. Over time this will burn out the pump motor. This is why many pumps fail right after shutting off the car and restarting it while it is hot.
Why does my GM pickup engine not start?
How To Test The Fuel Pump On GM TBI Fuel Systems (for throttle body fuel injection fuel system equipped vehicles). A failure in one of the Passlock system’s components will cause the engine to start and then stall after a few seconds. This is due to the fact that the PCM, in your GM pickup or SUV, has disabled the fuel injectors.
Why does my GMC Sierra suddenly stop running?
Truck suddenly stops running, acting like it’s out of fuel. There is fuel in the gas tank and, I can hear the fuel pump when I turn the ignition on. Is there a fuse, or relay that is maybe causing this to happen?
How to troubleshoot the fuel pump on a GM 4.3L?
Troubleshooting the fuel pump (GM 4.3L, 5.0L, 5.7L) (for ‘Spider’ fuel system equipped vehicles). How To Test The Fuel Pump On GM TBI Fuel Systems (for throttle body fuel injection fuel system equipped vehicles).
Is there a fuel problem with cranks but wont start?
yes unless you can get your hands on a lift and drop it out that would be much easier. If its the first time its been changed it will prob be a bit a of a job. Especially if you drop it and u have a lot in the tank. And when your removing the actual pump be real careful nothing falls inside or u will have bigger problems. Re: Cranks but wont start.
How to fix many GM Truck / SUV electrical problems?
This fix addresses several electrical issues with Silverado / Sierra, Tahoe / Yukon, Denali / Escalade Trucks and SUV’s. This fixed ABS light, Brake light, Service Brake System Message, Traction Active Message, Traction Control Off light, Chimes constantly dinging and the speedometer jumping. Loading…
What causes bad ground connections on a car?
When checking ground connections, make sure the terminals attach to a non-painted surface. You want to connect to bare metal. Paint, corrosion, greasy surfaces, frayed or broken wires, and loose connections are the main cause of bad automotive grounds.
How can I find out if my engine ground circuit is bad?
There’s some unwanted resistance in the ground circuit. To locate the problem, continue with the next steps. Move your meter’s red lead to the main ground terminal, engine end side. Have your assistant crank the engine while you take a voltage drop reading.
Are there any electrical problems with my GMC Sierra?
Other Common Electrical System related problems of GMC Sierra Problem Category Number of Problems Electrical System problems 101 Instrument Panel problems 38 Wiring problems 27 Dash Wiring problems 12
What happens when you have a bad electrical ground?
A bad electrical ground may affect one or more electrical systems because it forces current to search for other easy paths back to battery ground. This may cause all kinds of trouble for lights, sensors, modules and other electrical and electronic components. Often, bad grounds are relatively easy to diagnose and fix, usually in minutes.
Why does my GMC Sierra 1500 not start?
Ihave a GMC 1500 series 1988 sometimes while coasting it dies then doesn’t want to start it just clicks or don’t make no sound at all I tap on the battery terminal and most of the time it will start right up and run great I replaced the battery terminals started up and ran great for about two days now same problem again.
Why does my 93 GM 3500 box truck not work?
I have a 93 GM 3500 Box Truck, it is a van chassis. Fuel pump quit working, now headlights aren’t. Battery has 13.1v in it. Cranks over and starts with ether, but no gas. I thought fuel pump was out so I bought a new one but haven’t tackled dropping the tank. Watched a youtube video about weak battery causing fuel pump to not work.
