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Originally Posted by thekidinbuff
(Post 1624855)
Crank position sensor. They are known to go bad on the 3800s.
One way to tell is as you are cranking(and wont start), Is it showing any RPMs or none? If none, then its the crank sensor. It should be showing a few hundred RPMs as the motor turns over. |
Next time it does it, gently hold the accelerator open while cranking. I mean a "TAD" open. If the engine begins to start sluggishly, gently vary the opening of the throttle while it attempts to start.
If it seems to be hunting for a stable idle, I suggest replacing the IAC valve on the throttle body. (Idle Air Control) |
Originally Posted by Tech II
(Post 1624893)
Forgetting the possible resistor issue, havbe you done the basics when it won't start?
Check for spark, fuel pressure, and injector pulse? Need a spark tester.... F/P gage.... noid light....... I have not yet had a scan tool put on the engine. Once this is done, if any issues with the fuel injectors, there will be a code show up, p1200 is what I was told. Today, I am checking the ICM. I saw a post that the ICM may not be making full contact at all times. |
Originally Posted by Tech II
(Post 1624893)
Forgetting the possible resistor issue, havbe you done the basics when it won't start?
Check for spark, fuel pressure, and injector pulse? Need a spark tester.... F/P gage.... noid light....... When I hooked up the battery again, then just slightly turned the key to start, it started right away. After weeks and weeks of it sitting around due to not starting, and all it was was corrosion. I have learned a good lesson here. Hope others learn from it too. I did not replace the ICM, but at this point, I am not. And I am going to continue to track down the cause of the boost that shows up on the gauge. I don't think the corroded ICM and block is the cause for that. I plan on fueling the car up, and going for a long drive later on to see how it runs. |
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